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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1917

Page

3

Robins Star Cadorete Coombs Impress in Exhibition

Hot Springs Arkansas April 2 The Robins pitchers stole the show in an exhibition against the Red Sox Jack Coombs delivered four innings of two hit ball including a home run and Cadore a rookie right handed hurler impressed with calm delivery and a solid arm Cadore with control and variety kept the visitors at bay as the veterans and newcomers matched cool steady pitching against their former World Series opponents

Hot Springs Ark Robins Red Sox Jack Coombs Coombs Iron Man Robinson Cadore Brooklin

Big Ote Breaks Into Big Show With Class

In Oklahoma City on April 2 the Chicago Cubs defeated the local team 22 to 2, but the crowd cheered as Big Ote Bruckar debuted on the payroll, signaling a notable breakthrough in his career with the club.

Big Ote Big Oklahoma City Chicago Cubs Bruckar

Jack White Hurt in Ring and Loses Mix

Chicago lightweight Jack White broke his hand in the 14th round against Joe Galindo in Mexicali and was forced to quit a scheduled 25 round bout Saturday. The injury ended the fight early and left Galindo the winner.

Jack White Mix Mexicali Chicago Joe Galindo

Temperamental Ty Cobb to Stay With Giants Tigers

Ty Cobb has decided to remain and assist the Giants and Tigers in their exhibition series after threatening to leave the team. His absence would have canceled the series, but he will stay to help complete the games in Dallas on April 2.

Dallas Tex Ty Cobb Giants Tigers Herzog

Eight hundred fans shiver as Cubs rout Bears 10–0

In Denver on April 2 the crowd endured cold as Cub rookies defeated the Denver Bears ten to zero in the opener. The icicle encrusted grandstand hosted about eight hundred loyal spectators.

Denver Cub Denver Bears

Brinker struggles as UW faces Vancouver series

University of Washington's baseball squad, left to Vancouver for a four game set with Bob Brown's Canucks, plans announced Tuesday. Brinker undecided on final travel roster. infield listed with key veterans, outfield contenders jockey for spots, and coach praises Beem's fielding while noting light hitting overall.

University of Washington Vancouver Bob Brown Dode Brinker Brinker Ross Wil Altho Ralph Smith Roy Taylor Varsity Nine

Fulton to Face Morris in Gotham Title Reach Bid

Fred Fulton meets Carl Morris this week in New York in a scheduled ten round bout. The result could determine if Fulton earns a shot at Jess Willard. Morris claims a knockout win in their first meeting, Fulton contends he was counted out too quickly. If Fulton wins, he advances toward challenging Willard with Curley hinting at Willard ringside support.

United Press New York Fred Fulton Jess Willard White Hope Carl Morris Fulton Morris Oklahoma Willard Jim Coffey Frank Moran Crowna Jack Curley Joan Willard

Dick Wells Seeks Rematch After City Stopover

Cincinnati boxer Dick Wells arrived from Wallace Idaho and watched Ray Campbell defeat Sid Mitchell Friday night. Wells, who has fought Mitchell, is eager to square off with Campbell in the near future.

Dick Wells Cincinnati Wallace Idaho Ray Campbell Sid Mitchell Dreamland Wells Mitchell Campbell

Leo Houck Faces Ray Kirke in Los Angeles Lightweight Clash

Seattle lightweight Leo Houck reports from Los Angeles that he will box Ray Kirke, an Eastern lightweight, tomorrow night in the Southern city, replacing originally chosen opponent Young Ketchell.

Leo Wouck Seattle Los Angeles Ray Kirke Young Ketchell

Sailor Kirke to Box Wallace in Denver Fight

Otto Wallace of Milwaukee trains for a 15 round lightweight bout against Sailor Kirke of California at the National Athletic club in Denver tonight.

Sailor Kirke Wallace Denver Otto Wallace Milwaukee California National Athletic Club

Washington oarsmen begin estuary workouts for big regatta

University of Washington oarsmen started first workouts on Oakland estuary in Berkeley to prep for the April 14 Washington California Stanford regatta. Coach Conk Bear led 20 men with 11 in varsity crew arriving aboard the Governor Sunday.

Berkeley Cal University of Washington Oakland

Leard and 12 Players Arrive in Seattle for Training

Seattle manager Bill Leard will lead a 12 man squad to Seattle this afternoon aboard the S S Presi dent for training starting Tuesday at Dugdale manor in Rainier valley. The group arrives late today and begins practice soon after.

Bill Leard Seattle 12 Strong S&s Dugdale Manor Rainier Valley

Val Sontag and Earl Baird Set for A. A. U. Boxing

Val Sontag former amateur middleweight champion teams with Earl Baird in a Seattle linked entry for the national A. A. U. championships in Boston. Baird, a crack 125 pounder, is scheduled to box tonight while Sontag now boxes in New York and will accompany Baird.

Earl Baird Seattle Boston Val Sontag New York Baird

Skinner & Eddy Defeat Dry Docks 1–0 in Rain

Skinner and Eddy edged Seattle Construction and Dry Dock 1 to 0 as the stormy season end came on Sunday. The match ended in rain with Skinner and Eddy claiming the victory.

Skinner & Eddy Seattle Construction and Dry Dock

Jones and Fleming Lead Harbor Island Trap Shoot

Hugh Fleming and Pd Jones topped Harbor Island traps with 48 of 69. Fleming led the 100 target event with 96 of 100.

Hugh Fleming Pd Jones Harbor Island Fleming

Dobie Leaves for Detroit U of D Football Job

Gilmour Dobie former U of W coach packed up his record and boarded a train to Detroit Michigan He will coach the University of Detroit football Huskies this year The Dobie led team has not yet lost a game.

Gilmour Dobie U. of W Detroit Mich University of Detroit Dobie

Three Tie for First at Green Lake Trap Club

Geo, Scripture, C. W. Bandy and W. B. Taft led at the Green Lake traps Sunday with 47 of 50 targets. Scripture also headed the 100 target event by hitting 93.

Geo, Scripture C. W. Bandy W. B. Taft Green Lake Scripture

Fishermen Flock to First Trip Despite Bad Weather

Hundreds of anglers left Seattle on Sunday morning for preferred fishing holes. River conditions due to bad weather limited reports of large catches, but participants still turned out in strong numbers for the opening trip.

Seattle

William Leard Returns as Seattle Giants Manager

Edward Hills notes William Leard once dubbed Bad Bill by Pacific Coast League crowds has come back to Seattle as Giants manager, bringing recent calm and sharp leadership. The column also touches on boxing figures Ad Wolgast, Mouff Bronson, and local bouts, plus Henry Gleason returning to Beattie and plans for upcoming shows.

William Leard Seattle Bill Beattie D. E. Dugdale Giants

Haynes Repair Ad Urges Watchowners to Online Service

Advertisement promotes online watch repairs at Haynes with a nod to Liberty theatre as a tag line. The brief copy suggests immediate access to repair services and emphasizes convenience for customers seeking quick fixes.

Haynes Liberty Theatre

Classy Unies to Be Wported by Beavers This Baseball Year

Vancouver Beavers plan new gray road uniforms with red trim and a red V on the left breast for away games, white home uniforms trimmed in red with a red V on the chest, and gray coats with red trim. Caps, stockings, and belts will match each livery. Byron Houck has Beavers players in new apparel.

Beavers Vancouver Baseball Club Bob Brown Seattle Canucks

Market Report Prices for Fresh Produce and Grains

A lengthy market list shows per crate and per pound prices for vegetables like cabbage carrots cauliflower celery corn and peppers plus dairy items batter eggs cheese and various meats. It also lists wholesale prices for alfalfa Timothy wheat and other feeds with regional references to Washington Oregon California and Eastern Washington markets.

Oregon

Baseball Results From St Louis and Other Cities

Rain interrupted several games as rain affected schedules across leagues. Scores include Americans 6 over Nationals in six innings at St Louis, and 10 innings in Fort Worth where Chicago Americans defeated a Texas league club. Other matches were postponed due to rain.

St. Louis Nationals Kansas Ciity Boston Americans Brooklyn Nationals Cincinnati Washington Americans Cincinnati Nationals Fort Worth Chicago Americans Ee Nationals Denver New Oricane Phisberg Nationale Cleveland Americans Dellas New York Nationale Detroit Americans

Second Hockey Melee on Tonight in South

SAN FRANCISCO April 2 The second post season hockey game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Seattle Metropolitans will be held at the Winter Garden tonight. If Montreal repeats last Friday night’s win it will take down 60 percent of a $5,000 purse for the series.

Bronson Sally Salvatore San Francisco Joe Flanigan Joe Mouff Seattle Eddie Pinkman Portland Montreal Les Canadiens Seattle Metropolitans Winter Garden Montreal

Wrestling match to be staged Thursday in Bellingham

One of the best wrestling matches ever made in Bellingham will take place Thursday as M. Holjer, light heavyweight champion of the Northwest, meets OC Terry, Canada’s light heavyweight champion. The bout promises a high level of skill and intense rivalry between the two titleholders.

Bellingham M. Holjer N. W Terry Canada

Snowy Baker Debuts New Boxing Class

Australian promoter Snowy Baker promotes a new boxer class called grease spots weighing about 76 pounds. The remark hints at future, unusual development with boxers emerging from incubators.

Snowy” Baker Snowy

Shell McCool Debuts in Seattle Arena Fight Card

Shell McCool, the Portland featherweight, makes his Seattle debut Friday night at the Arena against Ear Con ner of Tacoma. The Metropolitan Lumbermen's club presents the show with Chet McIntyre vs Willie Meehan and Sammy Good vs Geo Ingle as the double main event. Special summer prices announced by Secretary Culver.

Henry Gleason Beattie Gleason Chet MelIntyre Chet Willie Meehan San Francisco Metropolitan Lumber Sammy Good Seattle Willie Hoppe George Ingle Shell McCool Portland Ear Conner Tacoma McCool Geo. Ingle Culver

Former Seattle Maid Sets Three World Records in Oakland

Frances Cowells, a former Seattle girl swimmer, established three world records in Oakland California on Saturday. She clocked 6 44 45 for the 440 yard, 4 34 for the 300 yard, and 2 55 for the 200 yard events.

Frances Cowells Seattle Oakland Cal

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