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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1910
Page
2
Pugilism fans weigh Wolgast and Moran matchups as reports hint at referee control and possible end positions. The piece notes Chicago and Cuba games, Nelson talk, and Sporting News editor R W Lardner from Niles Michigan, while lampooning skits on old era fashion and boxing debates.
San Francisco December 10 Gay Lee of Portland challenged Willie Ritchie for the Coast lightweight title in a four round bout. Ritchie dominated with sharp jabs and was awarded the decision after the final round.
The Gophers defeated the Wildcats two games to one at the Bismarck alleys last night in a three game set. Individual scores or details were not disclosed in the available text.
Rumors say Billy Clymer will stay with Wilkesbarre as manager rather than coach Montreal. Johns Hopkins aims for a dual track meet with Columbia on May 6. Conrad R. Koegler of New York City is elected captain of Rochester’s 1911 football team.
Harrisburg report says four Lancaster officials state every Tri State franchise except Trenton and Lancaster are for sale. A softened note adds interest in new, modern turned rooms at low prices with a contact address in Virginia near Weatlake Ave.
The Vancouver Argos clash with James Bay AC on the university campus this afternoon. A large crowd is expected to attend and the game will proceed on schedule whether it rains or shines.
Green Lake school girls faced five Walla Walla high school players in a tightly contested game halted at halftime due to darkness. Green Lake led 6 to ? after the first half as the visitors mounted a late push.
Tip Wright column notes Moran as the leading lightweight contender after knocking out Battling Nelson and beating Frankie Neil and Tommy MacCarthy. Moran is described as 122 to 126 pounds, likely to challenge Ad Wolgast, with Wolgast still the champion and Knockout Brown a danger. Also mentions Lincoln High basketball results and a wrestling challenge from Dr B F Roller to Geo Hackenschmidt in Pittsburg.
Dr J H Dwight of Des Moines claims a novel set of golf clubs modeled after human teeth will revolutionize golf. He says the driver, mashie and putter are shaped like jaws and bones to maximize driving power and accuracy with less effort. He notes his clubs drive 20 yards farther and his putting is accurate though he plays near bogey.
Cincinnati December 8 Larry McLean Reds catcher vows a new salary contract tied to drinks refused next season He would be paid 26 cents for each drink he declines and plans to hire someone to accompany him to ensure accurate counts He says the plan may seem foolish but is serious about his gates contract and will have it drawn up soon.
The boxer Kid McCoy writes he is in a camp in Northern Maine after a hunting trip where he is seriously ill and has lost thirteen pounds. The note comes to partner John Kennedy. Likewise, boxing and baseball news fill the column with contract talks, retirements, and upcoming meetings.
A Seattle newspaper man credits the Neal Institute with freeing him from alcohol after 15 years of excess. He calls the cure safe quick and thorough and offers to share his experience while noting patient anonymity. The institute promotes a three day withdrawal and invites contacts at East Howell Street and 6th Avenue.
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