Seattle Metropolitans topple Spokane in 4-2 hockey battle
The Seattle Metropolitans defeated the Spokane hockey club 4 to 2 at the Arena in a fast furious midweek clash. Bernie Morris scored twice more as Seattle maintained pace atop the Coast circuit with Portland’s 11 to 7 win over Vancouver providing a boost in the title chase.
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Plen and Everett Matchup Sparks Billiards Duel
In Brown and Husen billiard parlor Jare Charles Hulen of Seattle faces Wall Gren of Everett in a 250 point Steamboat billiard clash. Gren, undefeated in the series, holds one game advantage over Hulen as the regular match nears 8 oclock.
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Kid Williams Returns to Top Form in Bantam Bout
Kid Williams, the Baltimore fighter, outboxed Benny McNeil of Bristol in a 15 round no decision bout in St. Louis. Williams dominated after the 10th round, signaling a rise back toward a championship, with Billy Haack of Memphis officiating.
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Wagner to Join Giants Next Season Likely
NEW YORK Jan 31 It is believed that Joe Wagner veteran Cincinnati infielder will be a member of the Giants next season Waivers were asked on Wagner by Manager Mathewson and Manager McGraw is reported to have refused
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World's Champion Ice Skater Oscar Mathieson On US Tour
Sweden born world champion Oscar Mathieson is touring the United States. He has performed in New York and Chicago and is likely to extend the tour before facing American champions in competition.
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Grand Rapids Aims for Record in Bowling Meet
Grand Rapids expects a record national bowling tournament with over 800 teams from Detroit and Chicago joining about 100 local entries. Last year Toledo held the record with 756 teams and 224 from Toledo. Grand Rapids forecasts a sharp rise to surpass that mark.
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Fear Anti Betting Law Bids to Close Michigan Tracks
Detroit horsemen fear a proposed Michigan anti betting law will end grand circuit racing. The circuit spans Detroit Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo with stakes in Detroit and other cities at risk, risking a major reduction of the national harness circuit and high level competition.
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N. W. Tossers Suffer Cuts in Salaries
Three former Northwest League athletes now in California hold out on their clubs for 1917 salary terms. Walter Mails of the Brooklyn staff unsigned his Dodgers contract after a $700 cut. Earl Sheely of Spokane sent back Salt Lake’s papers, and Dutch Reuther won't discuss with the Chicago Cubs.
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Market report notes strong potato market and scarce onions
Market notes show potatoes firm with strong demand and minimal impact from recent snow. Onions are scarce and priced high while apples and green vegetables gain firmness. Butter may rise. daily consumption outpaces output and prices for various vegetables and fruits are listed.
Willie Ritchie Ventures into Bantamweight Management
Former lightweight champion Willie Ritchie announces a new role as bantamweight manager and trainer for George Thompson of San Diego. Ritchie plans to promote Thompson toward the bantam crown, eyeing a possible move for himself to challenge welter titleholder Jack Britton within a year. He predicts Thompson can defeat top bantams and intends to box in New York and other eastern cities next month.
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Western league pushes young players into baseball ranks
Denver January 31 The Western league adopts a rule to foster youths by requiring each of eight teams to keep six players never above Class B on rosters. Each club may carry 15 men and up to five pitchers two must be youngsters. For players to outgrow the youngster class thirty infield and outfield games 15 for catchers and ten for pitchers. Managers who cling to old players risk forfeited games until they comply.
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Tener Seeks Wider Plate and Three-Ball First Base Rule
New York Jan. 31 John K Tener in an interview urged allowing a batsman on three balls and backing a plate width increase from 17 to 18 inches. He argues batting would rise with the wider plate and three-ball first base option.
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Most Popular Sportsman Contest In Seattle
The city awaits the outcome of Seattle’s Most Popular Sportsman race as vote counting proves difficult and delays the final tally. Candidates such as Charlie Hulen, Gene Hatton, Ralph Junker, and others gathered strong support, with many friends urging proud displays of community backing.
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Indictment Reversed as Doctor Jordan Regains License
On January 7, 1915, Doctor J Eugene Jordan was arraigned for license revocation by the State Medical Board over a contested advertisement. The Superior Court, led by Judge Walter M French, found evidence supporting Doctor Jordan and restored his medical license, signaling greater vindication.
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