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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1915
Page
3
Hugh S. Fullerton counsels fathers to discourage a 19 year old from chasing pro baseball. He cites the life as unsatisfying with temptations and poor long term pay, noting most players fail to save, rarely earn big incomes, and often end with little future after a short career.
In Hammond Indiana a saloon crowd debates Willard Johnson boxing plans and Willard’s title draw while baseball finances and bids surface. The piece notes Gunboat Smith replacing Johnson if needed and questions white fighter prospects against Langford amid legal feuds.
Broadway faces Franklin on the Franklin floor while Lincoln travels to Ballard and Queen Anne meets West Seattle in fourth week games. In Leschi Park league action First Baptists beat Queen Anne Methodists 49–15 and University Methodists shut out Green Lake 29–0.
A New York stage girl in The Debutante at the Knickerbocker Theatre has sparked a fad by wearing a diamond butterfly pinned to her shoulder blade. Reportedly, a small surgical incision and cauterization keep the gem in place, drawing gasps and curiosity from audiences and social spectators.
In Star Ant Ads, readers find several vacant rooms advertised with brief descriptions. Listings include locations, approximate rent, and contact numbers for potential renters seeking immediate occupancy.
Olympia January 20. Admirals and supporters rally as the public morals committee agrees to vote favorably on the Wray ten round boxing bill. Sen Wray claims 24 votes in the senate indicating likely passage though house and governor positions remain uncertain. The measure would legalize 10 round no decision bouts under a state athletic commission supervision.
In Brown and Hulen's billiards hall, Charley Hulen edged Jimmy Loveland 195 to 181 to force a deciding finish after a tense 38th inning. Pete Klineschmidt dominated D L Stevens 200 to 92 with high runs of 21 16 and 23. Tonight Klineschmidt faces Hogue as the city title bout nears.
A measure in the Missouri legislature proposes reviving horse racing in St Louis and Kansas City using parimutuel betting. Charlies Dooin signed a two year Reds contract at 6000 dollars annually. The three cushion billiards handicap tourney at the Elks Club featured a high run of six by Lou Curtis. Reds beat Whites in A C bowling 2603 to 2546. Conover bowled high score 244 Edwards high average 201. Perry McGillivray retained the Chicago AAAs 440 yard title in 6 26 1 5. National doubles racquet champs Gould Potter defeated Brooke Cassett 15 11 15 12 17 16 15 12. Ban Johnson to convene AL owners in New York to set 1915 schedule. Gunboat Smith and Carl Morris signed for a 15 round bout at Joplin Mo. US Revolver Association standings show Seattle sixth eight wins three losses Spokane seventh seven wins three losses.
The Hub Clothing Company at 615 First Avenue opened a big One Third Off Sale attracting a huge crowd. Key items include Holeproof Sox 17c, Monarch shirts 67c, Regal and $15 suits cut to 10, 13.35, or 16.65, and all regular stock reduced by a third. The upstairs shop features the famed Regal line with broad discounts. The store promises ironclad money back guarantees and extended evening hours Saturday.
The first six day bicycle race in Chicago in 20 years opened last night at the International Amphitheatre with 14 teams from several nations. Mayor Harrison fired the start gun as favorites emerged among riders including Ivor Lawson, Eddie Root, Egg, Verri, Smart, and Dupuy. Frank Kramer preceded the event.
Mrs J B Saunders of Wenatchee praises Boston Dentists for painless dentistry using anesthesia and relief from sensitive teeth. She mentions sending a patient last week and asks if she arrived, wishing the office a Happy New Year. The note ends with a promotional jab about Reston Dentists saving money and pain.
Manager Hogan plans to start the season with the lineup he has, unless he acquires one or two pitchers from a major league club. The Vernon Tigers will feature a brand new infield when they take the field for the opening game of 1915.
In East Orange New Jersey the runner from East Orange defeated Ivor Lawson of Chicago in a one mile race finishing in 2:32. This result highlights the competitive field and marks a notable performance against a strong rival.
The National Baseball Commission elevated the American Association and the International League to major league status by removing their draft power. The move prompted protests from other minor leagues still under the draft rule. The commission has not finalized action but may withdraw the draft clause for the American Association, enabling entry into the current league cities. Details on future territorial expansion and transfers were not released.
Guides and spellers who will staff the Panama Pacific exposition in San Francisco began organizing a union as of January 29. The move signals collective bargaining for workers expected to operate at the fair.
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