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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1910
Page
3
New York fans laugh at Tom Sharkey's boast he will be present at the Jeffries Johnson fight and that the winner may face Sharkey in a 10 round challenge. He claims to be 34 and in training after feeling better than ever, while others doubt his comeback bid.
The article describes Jeff’s first gym appearance since arrival in California at Bun Lomond. He debuts in gym wear, impressing observers with a trim, athletic physique. Report notes his stamina in early training, including base running and field work, signaling near-peak condition ahead of a hoped match with John Arthur Johnson of Galveston Texas.
James McElroy confirms tentative dates for The Meadows racing meets in Seattle and nearby towns, with 40 days planned beginning in August or June 18, and preparations underway in California. Dan McMahon travels to finalize arrangements as local horsemen express strong support for a successful Northwest campaign.
Reported in San Francisco that interstate race fixers allegedly tapped the wire to steal about a million dollars by paying out on a fake Redeem win at Oakland. Investigators link the scheme to known wire tappers from a resort area, with a $106,000 payout in Philadelphia.
Heavy rain spoiled the scheduled game with Seattle yesterday as both teams faced soggy fields. Turks prepared in uniforms for the first time in three days while two new pitchers Mike Dickinson and Ht. Mains joined the staff and showed promise.
Ballard Athletic Club announces a boxing and wrestling smoker tomorrow night led by manager Fitz. Featured bouts include Kin-126 vs Ve. Hall 195 and Boyington vs Johnson 135. Referee Wingstead will oversee fights with Jimmie Kelly asking attendees not to smoke. The club quartet opens at 7:40 with arrangements for a large crowd.
J D Kinnard, attendant of Edward Payton Weerton, claims the veteran traveler is insane while walking from the coast to 6 comet. He says Weston is a walking maniac given to violent fits of anger and that he is not cared for when a crowd surrounds him.
Norwalk Ohio April 12 Md Payson eston on his way Los Angeles to New York ed at Bellevue 16 miles pest two hours lest evening leaving 7 30 for Norwalk where he wi dl the night Weston will arrive in Cleveland tomorrow night.
Milton Harnden and M Matsuda wrestled three hours without a fall near the Bellingham pier. The Jap expert and Harnden finally agreed to a decision after a strenuous contest. Great Western handicap shoot will be held in Des Moines May 24 to 14.
The article profiles Knockout Brown, a young New Yorker who surged through 26 fights with 25 knockouts. It recounts early struggles, rapid rise, and his disciplined life, noting his focus on training and personal conduct as he pursues boxing prominence.
A fragment discusses money and influence, contrasting desires to smoke and drink with healthier habits. The speaker suggests a father figure should avoid cigarettes and alcohol, implying better behavior for a boy growing up.
Jeffries weighs down in heavy clothing as clouds lift at Rowardennan training camp in Ben Lomond California. He fights through road work and indoor gym drills despite rain and deteriorating weather. Fans from the amateur circuit linger hoping to catch a glimpse of the former champion.
Detroit players vow to solve Falkenberg fadeaway. Princeton abandons intercollegiate rowing meet in June. Syracuse Hike plans baseball team under Al Ruckenberger. George Honey Boy Vane to award caps to top batters in major leagues. Ty Cobb leads in later era. Silver engraved trophy measures four inches.
San Francisco April 12 Spectators will be denied entry with any weapon for the Jett versus Johnson fight on July 4. Pinkerton ushers will search attendees and confiscate contraband, with no liquor permits and a firm pledge to maintain order. 200 Pinkerton guards will work entrances to prevent crowd trouble and limit venders at the arena.
In early season moves Brooklyn shifts Behrim to Buffalo while Agentech sidelined by typhoid. Wagner trains in spring, Hummel cements Brooklyn second base, and Griffin’s squad touts a rising phenom pitcher. Shifts and bench changes unfold as teams prep for opening games with prospects Devore and others in contention.
Wille Hoppe and Ora Morin faced Morningstar in a brisk exhibition at Bikehall. Hoppe captured both afternoon and evening matches with steady precision, totaling 490 in the afternoon and 460 in the evening across multiple racks, while Morningstar posted top totals of 261 and 104 in the two sessions. The crowd roared for Hoppe as he clinched the faster pace and long strings, with partners Brown and Hulton receiving credit for the event’s smooth play.
St Louis April 1 Ed J Reulbach of the Cubs is seriously ill at Bishop here He is suffering from throat fever and left training camp to be with Wigdas ter who was stricken with the illness Shortly after arriving he also became unfit The doctor refused to state condition but said two months may pass before he can rejoin the club
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