Beattie challengers Former Seattle grappler in Minnesota
Minneapolis sports column reports Redington sources reveal Ordeman seeks a return bout with Roller in Seattle or Minneapolis with a 75 25 gate split and a sizable side bet. Curley shows reluctance, noting Roller is finishing tour with Jeffries Gotch-Roller show and not seeking new matches now. Beattie remains favored by many local fans to settle the old question of supremacy.
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Jack Curley
Seattle
Jeffries
Europe
aOraeren
Roller
Beattie
Ordeman
Seattle Medico
Grand Opera House
Minneapolia Grappler
Beattia
Arthur
Jack
Jeff
Colma
Sunrise
Woodshed
Richard
Gleason
Johnson
Little
Governor Spry
Hypnotic Hunch or Bluff from an Old Hitter
A veteran observer recalls a cub pitcher facing a wry old timer on the mound. The catcher signals, the crowd watches, and the rookie often misses as seasoned minds cast a spell with taunts and hints. Many pitchers admit such pressure shaping their early games.
Lynch After the Rowdies
The National League leader argues there is little remedy for rowdy conduct and threatens to fine or remove players who violate rules. He vows no rowdyism on the field while he remains in office and complains about the leniency toward rule breakers.
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National League
Weeny Line
Eeneroe
Lynch
Chibheum
Bible Readers Too Tough for Lincoln High
Lincoln High School basketball team falls to YMCA Young Men's Bible team in a hard fought game played on the school gym floor. Final score unclear due to damaged copy.
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Lincoln High School
Young Men's Bible
Ines
Acheol
Coe Ieee
MEMSIC-PICATO FIGHT SET FOR LATE JANUARY IN L A
George Mem sic resumes training after a setback from Ad Wolgaast and announces a lightweight bout with Frank Picata scheduled for January 38 at East Side Athletic Club. He vows to become the champion battling kid, continuing his bid in the division.
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United Preas
Los Angeles
Cal
George Memaic
Ad Wolgaast
Frank Picata
East Side Athletic Club
Memere
Kid
Somes
Southern Pacific Railroad Forms Six-Club Union
A Southern Pacific linked organization unites six clubs into a single cooperative. The new alliance coordinates shared interests and activities among member groups to strengthen local railway community efforts.
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Southern Pacific Railroad
Jeffries to Africa for Lions Following Roosevelt Route
Jim Jeffries announced plans to hunt big game in Africa after his July battle with Johnson. He will travel with a party of friends along as near as possible to Roosevelt’s route. A contract with local publishers allows staff writers and moving picture men to accompany the party. Terms were not revealed.
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Fn United Preas
Denver
Colo
Jim Jeffries
T. Roosevelt
Africa
Johnson
Roosevelt
Jeff
T. R
Nairobi
Eaceie
Gladys
University of Washington regatta plan faces funding need
The University of Washington Board of Control approved sending a crew east to row against the University of Minnesota, removing a major hurdle. The trip's financial end remains unsettled, and students must raise about $2,000 to cover expenses.
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Paverabie
Board of Control
University of Washington
Send & Crew
University of Minnesota
Fielder Jones Named Coach for Aggies
Fielder Jones will coach the Agricultural team and deny plans to return to professional baseball. Friends doubt his denial and believe he aims to get in condition for a future major league role, citing his past leadership of the Chicago Americans and a world championship.
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Chicago Americans
Jones
Louie Long Edges Frankie Edwards in Portland
In Portland on January 21 Frankie Edwards of San Francisco fought Louie Long of Tacoma to a six round draw and a late surge nearly produced a knockout. Long survived the closing seconds by fighting back hard and then claiming a further exchange before the bell. Toronto will likely complete a new hockey rink by next fall.
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Portland
Frankie Eewards
San Francisco
Louie Long
Tacoma O Gragey
Long
Cee
Toronto
Salt Lake City Fight Site Rumor Swirl Wild with Promoter Talk
The column chronicles wild betting and rumors over where the big prize fight will occur. Promoters led by Tex Rickard push Salt Lake City as the venue while California and Utah laws loom. Jeffries and Curley dispute plans as press outlets hype every detail.
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