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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1909
Page
2
Fragmentary plea argues education boosts life prospects while peers labor long hours. The text contrasts wasted effort with opportunities gained through learning, urging action rather than delay in pursuing study and personal growth.
McVeigh, an Little S A C boxer, made his pro debut in a draw against Long at the Tacoma venue. The Seattle standout showed veteran poise, using a sharp jab and head movement, while Long pressed with in fighting and uppercuts. Coached by McVeigh Cool Hand, the young fighter earned crowd praise as amateur era ended and pro career began.
Eagles seize first with .733 winning percentage after a big win over Ravens. Hawks sit third with Cranes and Owls close behind as Pelicans maintain subway leadership. Individual leaders Putnam and Auerbach post strong averages and scores as club rollers chase high marks.
The Timer was in prime form rolling many scores above 250. A 300 count drew a small crowd and after 12 straight strikes spectators realized the Old Timer had joined the ranks of perfect bowlers. A rare feat indeed.
A cable from Eugene Corri representing English sportsmen asks Boston for a world heavyweight bout between Jack Johnson and Sam Langford to be held at the Olympiad in London. They claim a potential purse of 60,000 to 100,000 dollars, with 26,000 capacity, offering the boxer 60 percent plus traveling expenses.
Coach MH B Conibear reports strong turnout with sixty candidates signing up for rowing. Regular practice began on Monday on the barge Nero under close supervision. Max Eakins joins the squad while old crew members prepare for February 16 move to Lake Union quarters.
The boxing world reels as Jimmie Coffroth sails for Europe with his bride, denying financial links to secret meetings. Richard defends his integrity while critics warn the sport faces a dull period, with Attell Webster and other bouts shaping the December schedule.
A lengthy look at the challenges of the third base coach as players and fans blame the coach for costly plays. Examples recount misreads of infielders and outfield throws, with runners sent home on marginal plays and crowd reactions shaping the harsh assessment of coaching decisions.
The text discusses a proposed race between St Yves and Marsh, two top professional marathon runners. It notes potential promoters needed to stage the event and references a prior 15 mile discussion and an indoor 12 mile race in Vancouver where St Yves withdrew due to a leg injury.
Marsh, a determined sprinter from New St. Yveatx, seeks redemption after a Vancouver defeat. He brings a sharp indoor background and quick headwork, aiming to lap St. Yves and dominate a potential six mile race either in Vancouver or here, while Marek also shows strong recent form.
A New York correspondent reports Jack Johnson caused a stir at a Jersey side matinee bid opening. Tex Rickard laid down a table of 16 new $1,000 bills as Johnson seized the prize, displaying comic showmanship and hooting with the crowd. A Kentucky appeals court upheld the state racing board, stifling bookmakers and signaling anti-race track action spreading beyond Detroit.
John D. Marsh, second in the Seattle Marathon, accepts Hebri St Yves challenge for a 15 mile race. The match may occur in this city or Vancouver within two weeks with no promoter yet involved. Winner take all awaits gate receipts and both runners must supply funds.
The six teams return for day two of the series with Thistles visiting Tacoma to face the Tigers while Seattle meets Renton and the Celtics clash with Rangers in a Dugdale Park double header. The Celtic Rangers game starts at 1 p.m. referee Charles Goodenough. Seattle versus Renton follows at 2 46 p.m. under referee Mr. Stroud.
President Johnson of the American league says there is no truth to reports that all club owners favor a 168 game schedule and that the league opposes extending the season. He notes the league would accept fewer games than the current arrangement and expects the National league to prefer a longer season. Canadian pigeon fanciers enter Cincinnati show. Pittsburgh cat show opens with $50,000 worth of kittens on display.
A veteran narrator recalls a 1890s Dawson Alaska boxing tale. In a crowded dance hall, Kid Kelly fought Spider Murphy for a crowd funded bout amid gold rush tensions. The improvised ring, jeering spectators, and a disputed finish created a memorable moment.
San Francisco dispatch notes Ad Wolgast the Michigan lightweight is favored to challenge Battling Nelson after a decisive win over Lew Powell. Wolgast mocks Nelson in speed and aggression, while Powell’s guard and stamina are highlighted as weaknesses. The piece suggests a potential title tilt if Nelson accepts a match, with Willie Lewis seeking a Papke clash in the interim.
Promoter Tex Rickard matches Jimmy Walsh and Digger Stanley for the bantam world title as a prelude to the Jeffries Johnson bout. He says Monte Attell could defeat both in the same ring. Rickard also aims to sign Langford and Ketchel for a pre bout clash a month earlier with Salt Lake as the venue.
A box or exhibition bout between Demarest and Cutler is planned in Brooklyn with a probable bout date around February 1. The article notes Demarest’s relocation to New York and mentions Al Kaufman and Jack O'Brien in related boxing contexts.
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