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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1919
Page
3
A discussion among baseball moguls in New York and Washington centers on a new tax plan affecting admission prices. The plan would apply 10 percent to tickets up to 30 cents and 20 percent to amounts above, potentially lifting a 50 cent ticket by 10 cents. The accord mirrors a theatre tax but faces concerns about wages and employment.
The article outlines Felsch negotiating a return to Chicago baseball, suggesting he could play weekends at a set price in Manitowoc or Milwaukee. He predicts Happy will forget past grievances by summer and rejoin the main team, while he contemplates playing semi pro elsewhere if money remains unavailable.
A crowded reading room at the Star as readers scan want ads for jobs, housing and services. Advertisements showcase local opportunities, prices and listings drawing a large turnout and attention from community members.
An Eastern critic notes six major league managers face scrutiny in 1918 based on past seasons. National league targets are Jack Coombs Hugo Berteke Rickey. American league targets are Kid Gleason Jimmy Burke and Miller Huggins.
Burleigh Grimes, Brooklyn's mainstay right hander and recent Navy release, is slated to anchor the Brooklyn pitching staff next season. Manager Wilbert Robinson expects Grimes to hold the staff together even if Leon Cadore and Sherrod Smith, now in the Army, are available. Grimes refined his delivery under Robinson with strong curves and posted a lengthening streak of wins last season, beating all league clubs except the Giants during a July to August run.
In Seattle at Crystal Pool the main event pits Gillum of Salt Lake City against Kim Darcy of Portland in a tight bout billed by Harry Gillum and Austin Salt. Frankie Murphy meets Bud Ridley in the semi windup while Morrow fights Gorman in a special event and Roy collides with Walker in prelims. The curtain rises at 8:30.
Olympia Jan 28 Eight rounds of boxing will be legal in Washington if the committee recommendations are adopted by the legislature The bill by Wray and King provides for a commission to govern the sport Gov Lister is expected to sign the bill after vetoing a similar measure two years ago.
Cleveland Jan 128 Augie Kleckhofer a three cushion billiards champion is accused of using an electric iron to slick the cloth before world title matches. His recent victory over Pierre Rampone was aided by the slippery table. Challenger Alfredo de Oro Gus Copulos and Rob Canefax plan to protest by ripping cloth at the start if tampering is found.
Seattle's hockey team defeated the Vancouver Millonaires 6 to 3 before 7 000 fans. McDonald and Murray starred for Seattle while Mackay led Vancouver. Seattle forward Wilson suffered a broken nose and is out at least two weeks.
Seattle fans back 22 year old Harry Gillum as he faces Jim Darcy at the Crystal Pool in a rematch after their earlier Elks Club bout. If Gillum wins, a match with Mickey King could follow.
Today’s market report notes prices paid for poultry veal and pork. Industrial buyers and farmers track a mix of fresh and processed goods with regional variation and brief price signals.
Shipyard workers and former Coast league players emerge as potential core for a Seattle Coast league team. Notables include Earl Sheeley in Spokane, Roy Grover, Billi Cunningham, Paul Fittery, Herb Murphy, Jerry Downs, and Boelzie. David E. Dugdale travels to San Francisco to urge Seattle contracts if the city joins.
A group of prominent men acquired the Seattle baseball club and elected James H. Brewster as president with D. B. Dugdale as vice president. Dugdale retains stock and serves as vice president. Officers include Ed F. White and W. H. Klepper. trustees Charley Sullivan Sam Schwabacher Dr. Carl Hoffman. Stockholders list H. C. Henry Charley Davis Stacy Shawn H. C. Hulen George Bouchaert Frank Rippe Eugene Hatton Sol Spring W. H. Brown Monte Carter Tom Miles Bert Swesen Robert Dykes Tom Harris. Brewster and Dugdale plan to attend the Pacific Coast league meeting in San Francisco Thursday.
Boston January 28 Babe Ruth the big ace of the Red Sox has demanded higher pay and a fixed position for next season He says he must play only one position whether pitcher first base or outfield and refuses to be moved around He warns a ballplayers life is short and wishes to avoid being worked to death by constant position changes
United Press reports Garry Herrmann may retire as chairman of the national commission after strong votes against him in both the fean and National leagues. A joint meeting failed to name a successor, with candidates under consideration including I. E. Sanborn, Chicago sports writer.
Puget Sound Steamers announce all local routes depart Colman Dock foot of Marion Street with ticket office at Colman Deck. Contact Main 3008 for schedules and inquiries.
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