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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1912
Page
2
Kling indicated he would likely receive consideration for next season's work. The Boston club discussed last June and regraded the trade as the most important in organization history.
Fragment of an advertisement urges readers to choose a genuine one ounce syrup over patent medicines. Warns against imitations and touts rapid effects from a noted remedy, mentioning an ounce package and home delivery. Distorted OCR limits precise names or dates.
James W. Coffroth of San Francisco arranging with James Johnson to bring English lightweight to California next month for a 20 round elimination series against One Round Hogan Tommy Murphy and others. The winner will face Ad Wolgast.
In San Francisco on January 6 Jack Britton of Chicago won a decision over Al Rogers while Babe Picato claimed a six round verdict against Lee Johnson. The bout quality was described as lacking and the result not a draw.
At the Philadelphia National baseball club offices today the two men discussed…
Cincinnati report clears both New York Nationals and Americans of collusion with ticket scalpers during the 1911 world series, finding charges unjustified.
Chicago January 6 reports Jack Johnson and Jim Flynn of Pueblo will sign articles for a championship bout this afternoon. Each fighter reportedly posts $10,000 as evidence of good faith. A date hinges on Hugh Mcintosh’s Paris staging decision for Johnson McVey. Jack Curley guarantees Johnson $20,000 plus a third interest in the Paris match aimed for the Grand Prix night.
In San Francisco on January 6 wrestler William Demetra the heavyweight champion Greek grappler, accompanied by his manager, announces he is open to meet any challenger except Frank Gotch and would wager a substantial side bet to secure a match in the city.
Spokane magnate Joe Cohn recounts a story about Al Manning and a Kansas City club several seasons back. Cohn toured Mexico and admired three players Jimmy Williams Pardee and Pardee impressed Manning with Williams becoming St. Louis’ standout second baseman. A wire promised a suit of clothes if three more players of equal quality were sent.
The writer praises President Fielder Jones for questioning the Dugdale umpire picks and promoting his own team’s interests. Names like Tommy Sheehan and Charley Schmitts surface, with hopes for players such as Poll Grimms and Frank Duncka to shine at the Stockholm Olympic games.
A brief piece discusses public perceptions of medicines and warns against assuming a drug alone can cure all ailments. It urges readers to consult doctors for personalized guidance and to consider side effects and interactions in treatment decisions.
Springfield memories recall Jack Johnson's rise from shine stand porter to boxing champion. Johnny Connors, a former rival and saloon owner, paints a vivid portrait of Johnson's early days, struggles, and later wealth while recounting local shows and tough battles in the era.
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