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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1917
Page
5
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McIntyre defeated Simms in Portland heavyweight action as Madden earned a decision over Joe claimant of the Canadian title. The card featured gymnastic displays and several hard fought bouts including Wyard over Meefe and Houck over Granger, with weigh-ins matching published figures in The Star.
In a column full of names and rumors, chatter covers Chet Mclintyre as instructor, wonders about Battling Bunker, Lloyd Madden as Canada’s lightweight champ, Purcell’s town stay, Van Nostern’s hunting return, and Doc Thomas missed at last night’s games. Portland plans to quit hockey, Moose boxing show set for Jan 74, and Freddie Welsh hints at 1918 retirement after more fights with Richie Mitchell. Jess Willard advice to Fred Fulton stirs talk of who may sign contracts, as baseball looks to an earlier summer amid child play.
Washington State College basketball, led by Coach Bohler, arrives to face the University of Washington in an indoor series. Ray Loomis, recently added to the squad, may play. Balmer likely starts unless sidelined. Referee Walter Roseburg to officiate. both games set for 7 o clock on the old floor Friday and Saturday.
Waterbury reports Kilbane the featherweight stops Young Drummie City in the tenth round of their bout.
Johnny Tillman of Minneapolis defeats Walter Mohr by decision over ten rounds in New York, closing the bout with clear superiority. Tillman wins on points as Mohr succumbs to the pace set throughout the match.
Three San Francisco and Oakland boxers meet rising Portland stars at the Rose City club next Tuesday night. Harry Pelainger faces Muff Bronson, Jimmy Duffy battles Tuffy Wing, and Sammy Morris takes on Shel McCool in the listed bouts.
Frisco mailed contracts today to 27 prospective Seals including 14 former members. The list gives little clue to this year’s lineup. New pitchers under contract are Ralph Stroud, Dougherty from Wilkes Barre, and O'Doul, a local semi professional.
Frankie Burns and Eddie McLarney major the Moose boxing show next Friday. Ed Die Pinkman faces Chet Neff on the same card. Burns carries a notable win over Willie Hoppe, framing the headline bout.
Portland reports Eddie Pinkman may fight Muff Bronson for the Seattle Elks soon. Joe Flannigan Bronson's manager and George Adams Elks' matchmaker have reportedly exchanged telegrams on the possible bout.
Boxing circles report Lonnie McIntosh, a standout amateur from Pat Scott's S. A. C., is seriously considering turning professional. He is praised as a classy performer and should secure bouts if he makes the switch.
A Seattle baseball club member, whose name is withheld, received a note from Dave Fultz, president of the Players' Fraternity, outlining expectations for minor league players if a strike occurs.
Ice hockey fans expect a heated Seattle versus Portland showdown at the Arena tonight. Officials prepared as teams square off in a high stakes clash with fierce play anticipated.
Sufferers urged to consult skilled doctors for long standing ailments including asthma dropsy appendicitis rheumatic conditions and pelvic diseases. 12 years practice cited with hours and location 208 5 Epler Bldg Second Ave. Portland hockey session aims to smooth Pacific Coast circuit wrinkles as officials disputed and lineup rumors surface.
Eddie Pinkman the boxer will become a cigar emporium owner and headquarter buyer after purchasing a cigar shop on Yesterday. The article notes his handsome image and plans to run the business.
Australia’s Les Darcy, famed middleweight champion, urges Americans to learn basic self defense. He favors rapid, direct blows and stresses avoiding telegraphed swings while using body weight to power hits. He says most bullies back off when confronted and that knowledge of one or two fighting moves suffices for personal safety.
Bremerton writer reports Ted Meredith can make 133 pounds for any Northwest lightweight. The seasoned fighter, described as a classy gladiator, has defeated notable opponents in California and is traveling on U. S. 8 through South Dakota.
Joe Benjamin from Portland asserts his weight at 125 pounds and disputes a 133 pound listing in The Star. The Spokane boxer says he could not exceed 125 pounds and seeks another chance to perform in Seattle, discussing recent form.
Yale plans to play in the West at Pasadena for the January 1, 1918 football game if Tournament of Roses committee proposals succeed. A Yale director's dissent over direct university handling delayed the 1918 decision, while a bid to reclaim the East’s laurels may influence Yale to visit next year.
President Ban Johnson returned to Chicago from New York and said the Players' faction led by Dave Fultz is not strong enough to strike. He declared the major leagues will have no further dealings with Fultz or the Players' fraternity.
Ray Campbell, once a Seattle lightweight standout now campaigning at welterweight, says his injured hand has healed and he is prepared to weigh 138 pounds for fights on the Pacific coast. He trains for a bout with Oakland rival Frankie Burns and seeks forthcoming matches on that circuit.
New York reports Grant Hugh Brown, Cuban race track owner, negotiating for Madison Square Garden lease to stage boxing bouts. Tex Rickard remains hopeful to land the prize and plans for Les Darcy to return to New York to discuss a bout under another promoter. If unresolved soon, Rickard may build his own arena larger than MSG to host championships across divisions.
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