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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1910
Page
3
Experts at Jeffries camp say “Big Fellow” Jim Jeffries is in peak form and faster than ever, with two weeks to train for the July 4 match. A veteran observer notes Jeffries is in splendid condition and could enter the ring ready to win, denying any decline after his layoff.
Tacoma beat Zackert 3 to 1 as Bert Hall pitched effectively for the Tigers. Zackert showed flashes butSeattle defense and timely Tacoma hits led to the outburst. Scoring came on a Zackert lapse and a single by Emil, with Seattle leaving runners in scoring position.
Pete Muldoon the Northwest amateur light heavyweight won a close decision over Steve Reynolds of Everett at the Phoenix club in Arcade hall. The bout showcased speed and grit with Reynolds showing fight but edged by a stronger opponent. A rematch is likely June 1 at Ballard Athletic club.
Kirkland defeated Bon Marche by a strong defensive effort after Woodruff pitched a superb game from the mound for the Lakeside team. The clash Sunday afternoon at Kirkland featured sharp fielding and solid team support backing Woodruff.
Spokane saw Rusty Wright struggle as the Beavers edged the home team 4 to 3 in a tense contest. Erickson pitched seven effective innings for Beavers, while Ryan allowed seven hits and two dangerous lapses that produced Vancouver’s two runs. Umpire Wright worked a stretched 1 hour 45 minute game as Spokane stranded runners and Wright’s misplays loomed over the outcome.
Claude Roseman former Tiger first sacker now plays substitute first base and outfield for Columbus AAA. His weakness is slow throw. Charley French ex Ne and later Boston Red Sox purchased by Comiskey as utility infield. Jiggs Donahue ex White Sox first sacker leads team in Chicago City league. In 1890 Alonzo Stagg, then Yale pitcher, starred for Yale beating the Elis.
San Francisco June 7 Jack Johnson ends ties with George Little claiming the contract is void and that Little cannot block fights or claim earnings. He says Billy Nolan may advise but Johnson will run his business and train hard. Hart reported as pavilion ticket taker involved in the fallout. Johnson weighs 210 pounds and plans light training today. Richard and Gleason seek permits for a large grand stand and ring at Central Park for the Jeffries Johnson bout.
Chicago dispatch reports former manager Nelson, returning from Washington, criticizing Billy Nolan as a potential successor to George Little as manager of Jack Johnson. He says Nolan is not a star manager and dismisses the notion.
Humboldt Iowa June 7 Frank Gotch world champion wrestler will take charge of the Jeffries camp at Rowardennan today according to a statement. Gotch says he will arrive and begin preparations for the challenge match rumors say.
In BEN LOMOND CALIFORNIA a Star correspondent publishes statements from Jim Jeffries guides and peers including Jack Jeffries Noreen Cornell Corbett Choyneki Burns and Armstrong. They unanimously believe Jeffries is on edge and capable of a wide range of endurance and speed with training from Frank Gotch to sharpen clinch and power. The author asserts Jeffries will win with proper conditioning and mental composure.
The article previews a boxing match at the Grand featuring McVeigh and Marino, each confident they will defeat the other. Marino is lighter with superior skill while McVeigh relies on rugged strength. both expect a standout bout with preliminary fights between Joe Emery and Pete Reiger. Seats go on sale tomorrow morning.
Gotch declares he will oversee Jeffries training and diet to ensure proper regimen while not usurping the head trainer. He notes Moriarty, a humorous chap, complains of being hit by pitched balls and jokes that pitchers hit him more often than he hits them.
Tom Collins a New York based Irish American runner from the L. A. C. travels to Ireland where he will meet O Neill the English 10 mile champion who recently won that title.
Jack Curley, manager of Dr. B F Roller, rejects claims of a fixed bout and asserts the Zbyszko Roller match at the Grand Opera House will be decided on the square. He says the best man will win and notes wrestling’s rising popularity and gate receipts.
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