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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1906

Page

2

Chicago Eleven A Husky Bunch Arrives For Big Game

Chicago Eleven A Husky Bunch arrives with North Division High School in Chicago for a big game against a local high school next Tuesday. Coach Wally Steffen and his players, under Coach Connibear of the state university, are profiled amid training, practice at Lincoln Park, and a Savoy reception.

Wally” Steffen Chicerme Chicago Seattle Connibear The State University

Gray Ghost Handicap Sparked Nostalgia For Gray Horses

The article recalls the Gray Ghost Handicap and the era of gray racehorses led by Horace Egbert in California. It highlights notable gray ties, the decline of gray stock since the Civil War, and mentions horses like Faraday’s line, Brian Scott, and Lisette, with a vivid memory of the 1999 season and a vivid starter Phil Dwyer.

California Thor Oghbredsa Horace Robert New California Jockey Club Emme Don Domo FE. M. Mrat Taim Long Island South Lightning Lightning Jr Imp. Hengeford Planet Gabriel Nellie G. Green Una B. Bons Ortflame Freda Leora Galindo Paraday John Treat Grandes Craybaret la Retra Sir Richard Paul Griggs Josephine Faraday Kentucky Pierney Soehrieber Missouri Brian Scott Brian Scot Helen Scratch Grayhurst Rice Oxford den Domo White Fry New Orleans Horace Egbert Phil Dwyer Hi. Pettingill

Dutch Beau Brummell of Coney Island Narrates Quick Weight Trick

Atlantic racing crowd recalls Conrad Stubenbord Jr known as the Dutch Beau Brummell of Coney Island. He jokes about Father Catchem and a balloon weight trick that failed when jealous rivals tampered with the balloons. An angry Los Angeles buyer confronts him before stamps of luck return.

Atlantic Coast Pacific Comrad Stubbenbord, Jr Bit Father Catchem Beau Brummell Coney Ieland Sr Stabenbord Ascotes Los Angeles Conrad Stubenbord Stubbenbord

Soars Like a Balloon But Falls Like a Dub

The article recounts the rise of Mike Conley known as the Ithaca Mike who learned boxing in Ithaca and trained under Prof John Clarke in Philadelphia. Clarke promoted Conley as a world beater after he defeated many opponents in four rounds during the winter of 1893 54, though the boxing game remains uncertain.

Pugiliem Mike Conley Ithaca Ithaca Ing Philadelphia John 8. Clarke Clarke Conley

See the Battleships at Bremerton

The Wisconsin and the training ship Philadelphia along with torpedo boats and destroyers are featured. Boats depart Pier 2 at 16 11:26 am 115 pm and 430 pm with an extra at 226 pm Sunday round trip.

Wisconsin Palladelphia

Conley Faces String of Fatal Blows in Ring

In New York City Mike Conley fought Frank Herald known as the Nicetown Slasher and lost after a punch. later he met Joe McAall and Billy Weeds in New Orleans, each bout ending early. Conley’s brief career ended after a second round count, yet he saved money to start his own business.

New York City Mike Conley Matek Frank Herald Conley Jitf Herald Billy Weeds New Orleans

Seattle Athletic Club Eleven Heads to Portland for New Years Day Game

The Seattle Athletic Club football team travels to Portland to face Multnomah on New Year’s Day. Coach Oliver Cutts has the squad in prime condition with improved teamwork and strong forward passes. Kern misses the lineup, possibly replaced by Thomas. Dowd may play if cleared after a facial injury. Officials listed as Bruce Shorts referee.

Seattle Athletic Club Portland Multnomah Oliver Cutts Kern California Thomas Abbott L. T. Hooper L.o Place Woodland R. G. Cutts EB Dowd Cole Barry McDonald Dowd Hunter Bruce Shorts Eis Swhelltater Dancan Inverartty Burt

Seattle Athletes Ready for Portland Meet New Year Eve

The Seattle Athletic Club sends Jack King Lennie Austin Dr Roller and trainers plus Supt. William M. Inglie to Portland for the New Year’s Eve meet. Boxers include Chester Brown at 156 pounds Edith Hope 130 pounds with Hope to face Dranga and Walsh of Multnomah. Wrestlers Fresh Vance Dennis Tilley weigh ins set with Vance at 140 and Tilley at 164.

Seattle Athletic Club Portland Jack King Lennie Austin Dr. Roller William M. Inglie Chester Brown Edith Hope Lennle Austin Hope Dranga Walsh Multnomaheed Vance Homer Tilley Dennis Tilley King Holley Chip Gans

Rumors of a Pacific Northwest Baseball Reorganization

Rumors suggest a reorganization of the old Pacific Northwest league with D B Dugdale in charge, affecting both Coast and Northwest leagues. Rose Hall may take over the Butte franchise in the Northwestern league, with talks underway though not finalized. Dugdale reportedly controls Seattle’s scene, while Hall has yet to secure backers. Russ Hall and S Quinn travel to Butte, Montana, amid move discussions.

D. B Dugdale Coast Northwest Rose Hall Butte Hall Dugdale Talruass Conat Seattle Duxdale Yesler Russ Hall Quinn Spokanean Mont

Races Yesterday Feature Fast Times and Upsets

Five thoroughbred events raced yesterday. Winners included Bascamado at 2 to 1 in race one, Bushthorpe at 9 to 2, Manposal at 21 to 6, Tony Faust at 3 to 1, and Meada at 26 to 1. All six races posted times from 1:11 to 1:46 for the mile and longer distances.

Thoroughbred Racecard Summary from Local Meet

In the first race over three quarters of a mile Caruthers driven by McDaniel won at 4 to 1 with Betey and Bails following. The second race also three quarters saw Succeed ridden by Riley win at 10 to 1, Revolt and La Gloria placed. The Prolific led the eleven sixteenths mile dash with Frascuelo second and Dr. Crook third. The fourth race over one mile and 60 yards crowned J B Domohue ridden by Harris at 6 to 1 with Muskoday in second. Time records notations appear for each race.

Caruthers McDaniel Betey Bails Succeed D. Riley Revolt la Gloria Koerner Frascuelo Dr. Crook J. BF. Domohue Harris A. Muskoday

Motels Are Rubber Says Nelsons Dad

In a San Francisco tale narrated by Bat Nelson, his father visits an Ace Hotel and indulges on the American plan. He eats heavily, then learns the bill must be paid, prompting reflections on price and youth. A separate note recalls a past purchase, a 75 overcoat, poking fun at parental spending.

Father Catchem Con Stubeatherd George Mr. Stabenbord Nelson Ace San Francisco Father Olly Prisco Mat Wwell Battier Bat Daddy Nelson

Racing Recap With Finishes and Times

In the fifth race over three quarters of a mile Pateano 108 ridden by Kent won with Happy Rice finishing third and a time of 2.18. In the sixth race over one mile Wooedthorpe 107 ridden by Preston won with Viena 10 second and Adonis 104 third, time 1.45.

Bascamado McBiride Hersain Marie H Bushthorpe Knapp Johnny Lyons Cheers Manposal Willams Lord Nelson Santa Ray Tony Faust Miller Col Jeseup Licaro Meada Graham el Chihuahua Yellowstone Anvil A. Wright Hooligan Ray S Carey Pateano Kent Wen Mitchell Happy Rice Wooedthorpe Preston Viena Adonis Dime

Jeffries Squires Signing Sets Queeensbury Title Fight

San Francisco December 16 Rough details confirm William Delaney for James Jeffries and BF Taylor for the Rhyolite Athletic Association align for a world title bout. William Squires of Australia to contest under Marquis of Queensbury rules with five ounce gloves. The purse stands at 6008 with winner taking a major share while the lower portion goes to the loser.

Star San Francisco William Delaney James Jeffries BF. Taylor Rhyolite Athletic Association of

Markets and prices in the Western ar te region

The report lists commodity prices and markets including sweet potatoes, carloads from California, ranch prices in Washington, and shipments in transit. It notes storage, livestock, wheat, corn, and hay prices, with multiple firms like DMG and Biglow & Co referenced amid an old newspaper market column.

Transit & Co California Olling Washington Price & T W. Bigiow & Co

Wanderers Meet Tacomas At Woodland Park In Rivalry Clash

Tomorrow the Wanderers and the Tacomas face off at Woodland Park in a long standing rivalry. A good game is expected between the two teams.

Wanderers Tacomas Woodland Park

Ore Gea C and Allee Invest in Osteopaths Health Exchange

Oregon area investors tie up a health services project described as osteopathy focused. The notice mentions permanent alterations, property implications, and a payment plan, highlighting real estate and business interests. The fragmented text references a specific address and legal terms but lacks clear dates or names beyond the parties listed.

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Sports world notes and rumors from the era mix of boxing cycling and betting

The column blends sports snippets from 1907 era culture. Mentions bronze keepsakes for New York admirers, jockey Danny Maher earning 36000 yearly, Hiang Wagner’s Pittsburg team nod, Nelson’s abroad boxing, 34 baseball games scheduled by Yule, questions about a colored jockey, Kid Herman’s stock windfall, Tierman vs Gana rounds, Mike Schreck fighting again, Jerry Hogers boxing schedule, Gotch’s retirement plans, guessing the 1907 pitching star, and German swimmers heading to Jamestown exposition aboard steam baths of Oriental Baths.

Visitors to Seattle Text Fragment

Fragmentary note describes maritime views near Seattle and Bremerton with references to airmoet case and navy yards. Mentions boats and training in Philadelphia and Oregon and schedules with times like 11:00 and 2:30 pm. Includes unclear terms and weekend note.

Navy Yard Mremerton Mammoth Ronmo Oregon Philadelphia

Notice to Subscribers from The Star

Notice to subscribers requests that you deliver your copy to our main office at 1060 Independent 1128 by 6 or 7 o clock and we will deliver your copy at once. If you miss it more than once please phone us each time you notify us to deliver it.

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