Wrestler Gauntlet Sparks Talk Of Jeffries Comeback
The scene centers on Jeffries as fans and rivals debate if Jim Jeffries can return to the ring and challenge modern champions. Figures like Hackenschmidt Gotch Corbett and Gotch loom large as discussions of gloves versus mat bouts unfold, with public sentiment mixed and boxing–wrestling crossovers raised as potential draws.
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Jim Jeffries
Workd
Yewell
Geo. Hackeneschmidt
Jeff
Hackenschmidt Dimaelf
Gotch
Tommy Jenkins
Jenkins
Jim Corbett
Corbett
Jeffriea
Dix
Jaid
Nevada town debates $26,000 battle odds in boxing clash
The write up discusses a Nevada mining town’s expectation of a fight likely between Gans and Nelson. It notes fan fervor, manager Billy Notan’s views, Nolan’s vanity, and contrasts with Tom Alten’s early purses and stubborn ring devotion, recalling historical heavyweight battles and title losses.
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Gans
Nelson
Herman
Billy Notan
Rattling Nelson
Nolan
Himse
Neilson
Tom Alten
Allen
Hamn
Cand Wil
Bird
Jem Mace
Walcott and Choynaki Fight to Historic Lightweight Clash
The article recalls historic bouts in Kennerville near New Orleans and chronicles Joe Walcott’s rise, defeats, and near-mythic status with opponents like Joe Choynaki. It notes multi‑round marathons, betting odds, and crowd reactions, highlighting Walcott’s prowess and Choynaki’s confidence.
Referee Stops Fight After Whittock Admits Peak Condition
Whittock admitted after the bout that he had never been in such excellent condition before in his career. The referee halted the match as the defense failed to continue.
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Whtcott
Wanderers Meet Beatties In Woodland Park Soccer Showdown
Two soccer leaders clash as the Wanderers and the Beatties face off at Woodland Park next Sunday in a fast league contest. The Seattien meet the Victoria team in Seattle the following Sunday.
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Beatties
Woodland Park
Seattien
Victoria
Seattle
Chancellors Challenge for State Title at 126-Pound Weight
The Chancellor football eleven issues notice to rival teams to meet on the gridiron. The team averages 126 pounds per man and aims for the state championship at that weight, listing starters Douglas Connora Gough Martin Donaldson Rock Graham Ellingwood Patten Van Dyke Emmons at key positions.
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Connora
Gough
Martin
Donaldson
Rock
Graham
Ellingwood
Patten
van Dyke
Emmons
High School Junior Football Game Scheduled At Lincoln Park
Two junior roll rooms of Seattle High School will play a late afternoon football game. Both squads have practiced for a week. Players with an eighth grade mark cannot participate. Senior rolls also practice for Friday at Lincoln Park. Higgins challenge Wilsons roll last week. Philip Stewart captain Floyd Way manager. Junior team likely to win against Bentor teams.
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Lincoln Park
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Mr. Wilson
Philip Stewart
Floyd Way
Bentor
A C Practice Sees Players Prep for Seattle Game
Tom McDonald leads extended Everett visit recovery as A C football drills in the gym. Lincoln park outdoor session planned with two hours practice. Harvard and Oregon contacts join the squad plus Beadek hints at future Seattle appearance as Spokane showdown nears.
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the & A. C
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Inglie
Oliver Cutte
Harvard i Geome
Harvard
Ox-Tachie
Willl
Seattle
Spokane
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Frost
Wee Coyle
Sample
Beadek
University of Oregon
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Big Cfty
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Market Prices Fall as Ogee Drops and Salmon Rises
The first drop in ogee prices in three months sinks to 60 cents chosen, with dealers expecting a steady fall toward normal. Steamer goods are cleared, Chinook salmon from Alaska are selling at 10 to 11 cents, and Columbia River fish are expected soon. Hay and feed costs have risen 2 to 6 percent amid vegetable and goods receipts.
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Alaska
Columbia River
Horse Races Report From Yesterday's Meet
Yesterday’s program lists six races at Midmont and Marion Hose. Winners included Minna Gidwon, Peerless Laas, Metla Katha, Lord Nelson, Ralph Young, and Watercure with various place finishes and times noted for each leg.
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A. Brown
Minna Gidwon
Black Sam
Marion Hose
Jarrett
Peerless Laas
Peligrovo
Distributor
Handy
Metla Katha
Soundly
Comislo
McIntyre
Lord Nelson
Rosaro
Orchan
Graham
Ralph Young
Exapo
Atkina
Watercure
Gov. Davia
Thoroughbred race results from a turf meeting card
The program lists five races with winners and times. Tom Co gan (165) wins the first steeplechase beating Wm Parrish (190) and Cazador (142). Nappa wins the five and a half furlongs with J Nelson second and Star third. Sla wins the mile with Keogh’s 107 horse. Uncle Henry second and Ruth W. third. Col Jack wins the futurity. Airs second and Arima third. Bill Curtis and Azora place ahead of Lee Angeleno in the one and one sixteenth miles. Leguies takes the one mile and 60 yards. Bats and Bonnie oe La follow. Steam batha shows 26c and Oriental Baths in the final line.
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Wannecke
Wm. Parrish
Cazador
Tima
Nappa
J. Nelson
Star
Sla
Keogh
Uncle Henry
Ruth W
Col. Jack
Koerner
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Arima
Bill Curtis
Carroll
Azora
Lee Angeleno
Leguies
Singleton
Bats
Bonnie Oe la
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