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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1909
Page
2
R. B. Walker, known as the South speed machine, equalized a prior 825 second 100 yard time on level ground and may set new records. He also ran 120 yards in 11.25 seconds, challenging existing amateur marks and potentially displacing Dan Kelly’s 93.6 second 100 yard benchmark.
Clif Blankenship, former catcher for two seasons with the Seattle Coast league team, was reinstated by the National Commission after playing with Freane in the California outlaw league. A fine of 200 dollars accompanies the reinstatement. Washington Americans are linked to Blankenship, who is married to a Seattle area woman. The Cincinnati session granted Eastern league and American association representation on the national commission, with the Pacific Coast status restored to Double A and serial rights to be decided today.
The board of control will elect a manager of student activities tomorrow night to succeed W F Rasmussen who has resigned. Arthur and Otto Albers and Victor Zod are named among the candidates, with the newspaper man involved in the selection process.
The Eagles swept to three straight strikes at the A C bowling alleys. The Bagler and Ravene both posted three consecutive marks, with Frank Molland tying the season record of 244 for a single game. RL Re
Lincoln aims to clinch the northwest championship with a crucial game against Olympia. Coach Allen stresses effort, planning a Saturday evening matchup at the Lincoln gym. In billiards, L W Renee and W H Morrie contended for Class A, while M B B Crane won the Class B diamond cue trophy and Brundage resumes play after returning from California.
Will Gring reports that Eastern teams managed by Mareid Stewart will be brought to compete with Washington during the exposition. The Met will present the plan to the board of control next month.
A swift South African athlete known as 8 Walker set a new 130 yard record at Johannesburg clocking 12.3 seconds. The performance highlights sprinting strength for the national team and may influence upcoming events.
Promoter Mike Millar faces a $600 forfeiture and $1,000 side bet as heavyweight contender Freddie Welch and McFarland back Hudson in a planned 123 pound bout. Auburn-haired, Chick Hudson is pegged as the clever challenger while Milla manages the event. The match is set with a firm clock and high stakes for the 15 round contest.
Beginning Tuesday January 5 all Navy Yard and Port Orchard route steamers will depart from Col men dock at the foot of Columbia Street.
Grand Rapids, Jan. 2. Middleweight champion Ketchel declares willingness to meet Jack Johnson only after Langford defeats fighters Ketchel has faced. He accuses Langford of lacking a win over his opponents and says he will not fight any other Black fighters, citing Johnson’s status to justify his readiness to fight Johnson.
Kansas City report notes Jan 6 chatter that Chicago Nationals catcher Utingey A Kiley could move to the Cubs, stirring speculation about a players trade and lineup changes for the team.
The coach is pursuing an ownership interest in the Kansas City club for the upcoming season, aiming to secure a financial stake and influence within the organization.
Special offers on mahogany dresser with serpentine drawer fronts and brass hardware. Oak dressing table with quarter sawed wood and waxed gold finish, plate mirror and curved stand. Oak dressing chair with quarter-sawed wood and rigid frame. Misses' oak rocker in gold finish with carved seat and spindle back. Also some Early English pieces.
Readable details show mahogany dining chair with a dull finish and a well made end. An arm rocker priced at 4.50 features quarter sawed construction, golden finish, saddle shaped balance, and a refined mahogany look.
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