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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1907
Page
2
Henry Bol oman of Seattle, holder of Oregon pool championship for three years and recent three-cushion billiard state champion, faces Ferguson of Seattle in a high level match. Bol oman is noted for composure and a long winning streak, making him a formidable opponent in any contest.
Tonight the Franklin high school sophomores and freshmen face Broadway School fives in a highly anticipated match. Franklin girls hold the city championship after beating freshmen and senior teams, aided by an outdoor court advantage, while Broadway’s players train only at the Armory hall. Also, MC A Juniors meet Parkland Lutheran College juniors at the local gym at 8 o'clock for another matchup.
First race won by Heatherscott ridden by Borel at 26 to 1 with Billy Watkins second and Slater third. Time 48.5. Second race won by Waterthrush with Compay up at 1 to 1, John C. Grane second Black Sam third, time 1 08 3 5. Third race won by Researc at 8 to 2 with Dore 1 second, time 1 21 24. Fourth race won by W B Gatea at 10 to 1 with Harbor second and Geo P McNear third, time 1 45. Fifth race won by Judge at 8 to 1 with Wittman second, time unspecified. Sixth race won by Vox Populi at 4 to 1 with Martinmas second Gateway third, time 1 26 46.
In the first race Bribery ridden by Ross won at five eighths of a mile with LaChata second and Ambitious third. time 1 62. In the second Illusion won by Koerner at five eighths of a mile with Pala dino second and Illusion timing 1 02. In the third race seven eighths of a mile Nothing with Bulwel at 25 to 1 won, Prince Ching second, M Glean third. time 1:29. The one mile race saw Judge Nelson win for Meianiel with Halton second and Norfolk third. time 1:42 1-4. The seven sixteenths of a mile had Orena first, Turnaweya second, time 42 1-2. Sixth race one mile Cotilsion won by Revolt, with Foncasta third. time 1:42 24.
Tonight a major local dance at Lasch Park Pavilion features Wagner's orchestra on an elegant floor. Gentlemen pay, ladies free, inviting couples to enjoy the week’s big social event.
News from San Francisco reports heavyweight contender Hill Squires arriving by March 12 and depositing 95 900 to open matches in America. He backs his claim with a decisive win over Mike Williams and vows to fight any American, challenging James J. Jeffries to return and meet him.
Last night at the bowing alleys the tryout figures list Mahnken Swack Ly ons Lehaman Bandher Tithe Hodges Vinden Mullinger with varied scores. Tonight the final games are scheduled to be bowled on the following list.
Oriental Billiard and Pool Parlor at 1413 Third Ave advertises eight new tables and the citys only 6 by 10 pool table in Seattle. Klein the shoemaker at 217 James offers related services.
Last night at Dreamland rink Hoag led a tight field with Kruse and Eddie Holt in pursuit. A collision sent Joe Farrell from Oaks Portland to the floor, but he was later declared uninjured and will finish tonight. Copeland and Harrison remain in contention as Hoag aims to reclaim a lap and win the final race.
The report notes efforts to defend positions while a crowd could expect a strong race. Management planned a 10 o'clock start to give stores a chance to win. Judges D. Mesera, R. W. Badwards, and T. KR. Smith oversaw the night. The distance was 10 miles and about 8 laps with Hoag, Holt, and Kruse leading. Farrell ran two miles and 18 laps before an accident occurred.
Tommy Ryan proved he could comeback against Dave Harry in five rounds at Hot Springs. The sports page notes rumors of management shifts, boxing matchups, and baseball chatter including Yale players in training and Beattie High School preparing for the Pallenen meet.
The market shows uneven eggs and produce prices with some buyers stocking up while others sell. California and eastern eggs fetch similar Washington prices as hay stocks rise and warehouse piles grow. Potatoes and apples hold firm with lime, cement, and building materials quoted. nuts and peanuts appear among fluctuating items.
Rich coal deposits on Admiral ty Inland in the Juneau mining district bring Charlie Wella, southeastern Alaska political manager for Delegate Cole, to Seattle aboard the Cottage City. Bond expired after years, Wella negotiates with guests to open the property. Wella, veteran prospector, last visited Seattle twelve years ago, led the Cole campaign in hard rock camps and scored a clean victory.
In Olympia on February 16 the supreme court restrained Judge Maell from hearing the sanity case of Cheeter Thomypeon. Prosecutor Mackintosh and Thomas M. Vance argued for the state while Will H. Thompson represented the relator Maurice Thompson. The restraining order directs Judge Bennet to take no action until the supreme court decides related questions.
Tense stalemate in Butte as the Butte Publishers' Association rejection of a pressmen proposal leaves the city without daily papers. Publishers blame printers for incompetence, while the strike cuts off job printing and spares no easy resolution.
The Hatnier nine reorganized by James H. Ryan signs many old players for the season. Manager Tigan adds several new eastern players who plan to make the city their future home. Mr Ryan will announce favorites and set headquarters at 717% Secondary South to receive correspondence from other managers.
Workmen dig foundations in a deep trench for the Trustes building on Thirday between Marion and Columbia. Four men raise earth through a multi platform shovel system as dirt is hauled up. The steep grade and ongoing digging require the trench to extend below the present ground surface with heavy timbered supports to prevent collapses.
We offer the same grade and quality instruments at one third to one fourth of other prices. This is why we sell over half of all pianos on the coast.
Members of the National Guard in Seattle celebrate passage of house bill 292 with a 10 000 appropriation for a city armory. The armory site at Waterway Way and Lenora is owned by the county and leased land adjoining for nine years. Kerr Rogers designed a three story stone building to be built on a 240 by 140 foot lot with Western avenue access and an unobstructed view. The completion aims to secure Seattle as the armory campment against Spokane and Beattie rivals.
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