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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1917

Page

3

Locals Facing Vancouver Test in Puget Sound Hockey Race

In a Pacific Coast Hockey Association clash Seattle risks dropping to a tie for last if they lose to Vancouver tonight. Seattle missing Cully Wilson due to an injured ankle. Jimmy Riley fills in and shines as Muldoon predicts a win. New referee George Irvin officiates, with Vancouver leading scorers Roberts Mackay and Stanley prominent.

Pacific Coast Hockey Association Seattle Vancouver George Irvin George Spokane Roberts Mackay Stanley Pee G Teen Lehman Patrick Carpenter Griffis Walker Irene Mackay Morris Stanley Foyston

Elks Quintet to Meet Knights at YMCA Moor

The Elks basketball team seeks revenge tomorrow night as they face the Knights of Columbus quintet at the YMCA Moor. The Knights have already defeated the PF in two games.

Elks Knights of Columbus Y. M. CA Knights

Campaign Contest Opens as Vance and Hatton Lead

Frank Vance and Gene Hatton step into the limelight as mail is opened and candidates’ standings emerge. The contest runs until January 30 with many chances to enter and win the tin medal.

Frank Vance Gene Hatton

Five Votes for Seattle's Most Popular Sporta Man

A compact ballot reports five votes for a local figure titled Sporta man, reflecting humorous or editorial pride in Seattle's favorite pastime. The brief item notes community interest and playful nomination within the city.

Alting Mover Barry to Be Playing Manager for Boston

Barry, a longtime Athletic and member of Philadelphia’s famed $100,000 infield, moves to Boston in 1915 as second baseman and player manager. He aims to guide the Red Sox with stalwart fielding and gentlemanly conduct, joining a broader reshaping of the club’s future.

Barry Athletica Philadelphia Collins, Baker McInnis Holy Cross Red Sox Charce Boston Mero Sporsman

Bride Returns From Six Year African Hunt

Mrs. Bewall returns to the United States after a six year honeymoon in Africa during which she hunted big game including lions and elephants.

Mrs. Bewall United States Africa

Fulton to Get Chance at Willard by Moran Test

Chicago January 12 Fred Fulton appears set to challenge heavyweight champion Jess Willard if he defeats Frank Moran. Tom Jones manager said a Milwaukee promoter Tom Andrews will likely secure the bout for his club after a conference in Milwaukee.

Chicago Fred Fulton Jess Willard Rochester Frank Moran Tom Jones Tom Andrews Milwaukee Andrews

Bill Steen Forecast as Seal Pitcher May Depart

San Francisco report says Bill Steen, a strong pitcher, is unlikely to return to the Seal lineup next season. Wolverton plans to replace him despite not yet mailing contracts and expects salaries near last year. Tony Savage becomes president of a local basketball officials group aiming to standardize play. first meeting held last night.

San Francisco Bill Steen Seal Steen Wolverton Tony Savage

Chet McIntyre to Fight Love Simms in Portland Benefit

Chet McIntyre the noted boxing instructor will box Love Simme in a Moore theatre bout on the 18th. The match is a benefit for the 8 A C with McIntyre aiming to boost his club by showcasing his public ring skill. Simme holds the Northwest light heavyweight title claim after defeating Kendall, a former Moran camp fighter, in Portland.

Chet McIntyre McIntyre Lower Simima Portland Moore Theatre Simime Frank Kendall Kendall Frank Moran Jens Willard

Baseball strike threat and player expulsion roils the Fraternity

Dave Fultz expelled Sam Sallee from the players fraternity for signing a 1917 contract and threatened a strike by major and minor leaguers if owners fail to negotiate. Ritter, Sanborg and Witterstaeter have signed, though only Witterstaeter is in the fraternity. Fultz vows to press the issue. President Johnson of the American League says there is no ground for complaint and calls for fair treatment of players.

New York Dave Fultz Sam Sallee Fultz Sallee Ritter Sanborg Witterstaeter League Chicago Johnson American League

Washington Five Loses First Mix to W. S. C. Quintet

Pullman January 12 The Washington University basketball team was defeated 37 to 25 by Washington State in its season opener. Fouls were numerous as U W and W S C players shared scoring duties.

Washington Five Pullman VU. of W Washington State U. of W. Ww Beth Teak Opeland Riggig Glover Sorenson Moss Davidson Riddle Smith Price Berenson Baehler Mose Copeland Bohler Hinderman Spokane

Two High School Basketball Clashes Set for Today

Franklin meets Lincoln in a key league clash as Balford or Ballard battles Queen Anne in another matchup. FranklinLincoln contest aims to tighten top standings while Ballard Queen Anne contest shapes standings.

Franklin Lincoln Ballard Queen Anne

Bowling technique for a right corner split

The instructions describe hooking the ball from the right corner of the alley to lightly hit pin 4 on the left side. Use speed so pin 4 slides across to knock down pins 9 and 10, with the ball then continuing to strike 7.

John Gengler

Bayley Returns to Form in Training With Baird

Canadian lightweight Joe Bayley nears old pace after weeks with trainer Earl Baird. Baird reports Bayley showed renewed speed and energy in recent workouts, suggesting strong preparation for upcoming competition.

Joe Bayley Joe Earl Baird Baird Earl Bayley

Northwest to Get Its Own Tennis District

The Northwest may be mapped as a distinct district by the U S Lawn Tennis Association. If approved, the region would become a stronghold for the association with Oregon and portions of Idaho and Montana included.

N. W Northwest U. S Oregon Idaho Montana

St Louis Tops World Fur Market With Raw Pelts

St Louis receives more raw furs from trappers and traders than any other fur market worldwide, reinforcing its status as a premier center for the fur trade and related commerce.

St. Louis

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