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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1909
Page
2
Yale University and the University of Pennsylvania face off in a four mile rowing race on the Bohuytkit river. Both varsity and freshman crews compete with strong training and high hopes as about 8600 spectators are expected to attend.
Rain interrupted play as the Duglets lost to University of the same name. Mike Lynch pitched for the winners, delivering a quick, strong delivery while Rose and Hickingbotham contributed key plays. Aiken, Ray mond, and Bennett advanced runners, with a sixth inning Score noting a run on Mikes long drive and an error by Mrs. The game moved to a second scheduled clash at 5 o clock.
Iowa City reports on University of Iowa coaches noting Merle Alderman and other regional athletes from Marton high school and Lake Forest. The text mentions a 192 feet 10 inch world mark at Ann Arbor and other event metrics including a 174 feet hammer throw and 48 feet 19 inches shot put at the Lincoln open meet.
A 1910s-era dispatch reports backlash against women in polo with protests over dress codes and formalities. Eleanor Sears notes women’s attire is cited as a barrier, while Jennie Crocker and Beare push for riding in masculine clothing.
Ham Langford of Boston dominates Jack Wille of Philadelphia with a sharp right to the jaw in the second round. Wille falls flat, unable to rise before the count, as Langford takes the aggressive lead from the opening bell. Wille is helped to his corner and counted out.
Chicago April 10. Hat Concedes Wright to a man to mat in very few hours as Nelson seeks to appear sincere in his bid to be decent to all contenders for the lightweight crown. McParland and others discuss concessions amid tense negotiations before the New York departure.
A garbled report recounts a two year bet by Crowley to walk from Too to Ghia, starting October 25, with $2006 at stake and a brief rest today in Hoquiam. The account mentions a half mile tramp and a wager involving a single cent prize.
Medford April 18 local game devolved into a free for all after insults toward Patti Cooney. A melee erupted as Garthela struck the largest man. Mayor Cannon ordered a later attendance and Cooney was fined fifteen dollars for abusive language.
In New York on April 16, outlets seek a round robin event to crown a challenger for Jack Johnson. Leading contenders include Al Kaufman Stanley Ketchel Jim Barry and Philadelphia Jack O’Brien with Kaufman seen as the strongest rival. talks of a real fight selection follow.
The University nine struggles at shortstop and in the field as Mucklestone Aiken and Howe commit errors. Thompson’s speed early in the game helps the Wreck Cats, while Belford and Lynch show strong pitching as the match unfolds.
Fragmentary OCR notes show Cofforth securing Kelly and Papke for an event. Mentions promoter, dates April 10, and interactions with Ketchel, Sylvie Fertier, Fran, and Jack Johnson in a scene of arranging terms and participants.
Dance event announced for Saturday at Leecis Park pavilion. Free admission for gentlemen and independents with an informal social gathering and music to close the evening.
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