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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1919
Page
3
In Vernon, fans and referee agree Jimmy Dundee Barbour held a draw after three rounds. Barbour then landed a powerful fourth round blow that left Dundee floored as the bell rang.
Puget Sound Steamers announce Kingston to Port Cambie service with onward landings at specified points. Passengers pay up to 100 dollars for wear and ticketing options. 160 pounds baggage allowance. rates exclude heat charges. schedules and tickets available at Colman Deck ticket office Main 3993. service details to be mailed or wired as needed.
Jeas Willard declares he can defeat Dempsey or any foe in any length bout. Tex Rickard reports Willard’s serious training under way with plans for conditioning in Kansas, Hot Springs, and mountains before a 20 round possible title fight. Rickard weighs venues in New York, Colorado, and Texas while eyeing a July 4 show.
Nashville February 5 Pal Moore the Memphis pugilist who recently defeated Jimmy Wilde the English featherweight champion has been matched to meet Jimmy Walsh here February 14 in an eight round bout.
Hal Chase, the first baseman charged with gambling, was to learn his fate today from John Heydler president of the National League, with the decision expected at league headquarters after a week of deliberation.
Pepper Bill Shriver longtime catcher for major and minor leagues and later a minor magnate enters the oil field as head of a company planning an Eastern Kentucky pipeline project with a goal of earning a million. He is praised for his lifelong loyalty to baseball and his supporters say he deserves success.
Jack Miller known as Dota Miller writes from a French sea port guard duty. He left the St. Louis Cardinals and a chance to manage the team to enlist in the marines. His unit protects a warehouse and has not seen real combat. He says the men are anxious to return home to civilian life. Miller’s Cardinals utility role would allow release from military service if secured. he hopes for an assistant manager position upon return.
Manager and vice president Meethan of the New York Giants shows interest in reorganizing the Newark International league club. He told Tom McCarthy he would assist as possible including stock subscriptions and potential player releases to McCarthy.
Catcher Steve O'Neill plans a big season with the Cleveland Indians and has begun training early after leaving his railroad shop job in Scranton last week.
Oscar Felach agrees to meet Charley Cominkey halfway and plans to return to the White Sox. He aims to forget grievances and demonstrate his value in the outfield under Kid Gleason.
Trambitas and Vngilie clash in a quick bout with both fighters trading power late. Trambitas uses a rally but Vngilie answers, edging ahead at the final bell in a high tempo showdown.
George Ingle used a hard right to edge Portland lightweight Alex Trambitas in a four round mix at Crystal Pool. A third round knockdown helped Ingle, whose win drew fan applause as promoters eyed potential headliners for next week amid a smoking ban.
Seattle boxer Rob Harper trains at Austin and Salt's gym aiming to defeat Tacoma light weight Harod Jones at the Elks club Friday. Harper's right hand uppercut and clever left are praised, with a hum dinger touted as Jones pursues a rapid pace.
Memphis boxer Pal Moore claims the bantamweight crown after beating Jim Wilde in England and says he will defend the title against all challengers. He cites a meeting with the Prince of Wales and notes rivals like Kid Derman also claim the belt, urging examination of the record.
The Bronkie case shows tangle between leagues as St Louis Browns claim him after Cardinals took him then Association closed. Browns face Indianapolis over ownership while other St Louis prospects Webb Conley and Mark Hollacher seek Texas league trials with Dallas and San Antonio.
Wholesale prices list vegetables fruits and poultry with live and dressed weights. Includes hogs beef veal mutton milk butter eggs cheese and feed from multiple regional creameries and suppliers with unit prices and per ton or per cwt figures.
The Seattle Metropolitans host the Victoria hockey club at the Arena hoping to regain first place after Victoria’s win last Friday. Manager Muldoon vows a strong attack with Cully Wilson back at right wing and Foystch returning from shoulder injury as Morris, Walker, Rowe, Rickey and Holmes bolster the defense. The Victorians lead the ice race and seek to extend their margin, while Seattle players aim to reverse the standings and force a .500 balance across the league.
In Oakland on Feb 5 fans may see Leonard and Roach in a four round bout. Leonard, chafed by being underestimated after a recent bout with Joe Benjamin, promises a classy hitting display for Coast fans. Roach reportedly takes offense at the banter over the Benjamin fight.
San Francisco February 5. Pacific Coast league owners finalize opening arrangement with April 8 games set Seattle at San Francisco Portland at Los Angeles Vernon Salt Lake and Oakland. Northwest games April 22 Seattle versus Vernon Portland. Management to use double umpire system and pay scales, Cliff Blankenship rumors for 1919 manager role.
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