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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1915
Page
7
The matchup between Flynn and Smith is set for a Juarez bout on March 6 as promoter Jack Curley plans the world title fight. Ike Cohen, jailed, visits the sporting editor and speaks on the event.
Promoter Jack Curley replaces the Johnson Willard championship clash with a Saturday fight at Juarez race track between Jim Flynn and Gunboat Smith. Curley says the gate proceeds go to Flynn and Smith, aiming to placate cowmen at El Paso convention. Ike Cohen, jailed on manslaughter charges in the Ludwig Anderson case, comments on his condition and future in boxing. He criticizes promoters and forecasts no return to the ring, preferring a safer money-making plan.
At the Victoria Island A C event in Victoria last night BATTLE Athletic Club fighters dropped all three bouts by close decisions. Karl Baird vs Al Davies fought to a four round verdict with Davies edging in the final stanza. Stanley James edged Charley Sontag for three rounds and won. Fred Pinkman beat Scott Cropper in two of three rounds but Cropper won the decision overall.
President Charles Weeghman of the Chicago Federals says the league maintains an emergency reserve near $100,000 to cover legal fights. He notes a sizable portion may be spent soon, though details on the recent New York National contract by W. D. remain unclear.
In a 1908 Springfield Missouri game against Hutchinson Kansas Jay Andrews of Hutchinson managed and played third base. Pitcher Atchison clashed with catcher Butch Freeze as Springfield hitters misfired past Jay. Freeze voiced frustration and Jay taunted Raleigh the pitcher while defending his gum use.
Arrangements are made for a Sunday afternoon match at Woodland Park between Carbonado and Wood land Park Juniors. Carbonado claims state class championship and a fast game is anticipated. Tie playoff between Carbonado and Seattle Thistles for the McMillan cup is not yet set.
Pol Perritt a former St Louis pitcher, signed with the Feds, as federal officials face pressure from cases involving Walter Johnson Ivy Wingo and Jimmy Austin. The $100,000 fund could be used to settle the court fight over moving the Kansas City franchise to Newark New Jersey, with a Monday Chicago postponement.
Seattle and Elsewhere notes mention attorneys asked to aid destitute Belgian lawyers in England. Federal Judge Cushman designated for a two month term in New York City. The rest lists events: Scenic Hot Springs film shoot by Seattle company, Ziegfeld Follies actors attending the Press club ball on April 12, Phi Delta Theta founders day March 13, Steamer Glengyle expected Monday, People's Chorus rehearsals, H N Cottle Elks Shrines death, Dr J E Crichton nurses talk, Home Consumers league Thursday Henry building, Amaryllis club concert at Ballard field house.
Colorado governor signs prohibition bill and pledges aid to families harmed by mining troubles. General Scott seeks a peaceful settlement with Piute Indians. Mellish comet brightens per Harvard observations. Sligh implicates Alfred Sells in Vogel murders at Fruitvale. Congress approves ambassadors medals for U S Mexico mediators. January exports rise per Commerce Department. Titlow notes 10 percent dividend for defunct National Bank depositors. Grays Harbor reviews winter rainfall below average. Ohio court blocks B and O Southeastern insurance fund. Divers may probe Clark Lucas death at Mirror Lake. N P headquarters in St Paul notes travelers favor Seattle routing to the fair. Col Lawson resigns Oregon State Penitentiary superintendent. Everett jitneys push streetcar line expansion on Colby and Broadway. Homer N Lockwood wills 5000 to Whitman College. unknown institution. Washington building at San Francisco fair dedicated Thursday.
Advertises The Ohio Method for replacing missing teeth with artificial ones that feel natural. Examinations are free, estimates provided. 12 years guarantee. Prices include 25 dollar set of teeth 15 and 10 dollar crowns or bridges 4 dollar fillings and other options.
In Olympia on March 4 Representative Robert Grass amended his bill to require school boards to open school buildings at night for citizen meetings. He said the changes address protests that socialists or radical groups could exploit the law and allow boards to set rules for non-partisan non-sectarian groups. Grass backed the measure at the urging of Seattle women’s organizations.
Olympia reports March 4 that Captain Clarence Blethen notes an appropriation bill includes funds for the Coast Artillery Corps maintenance. The move is seen as allowing members to spend summer vacations in good moral surroundings at state expense.
Boston fans and sports writers see strong chances for both the Red Sox and the Braves in the 1915 season with Boston favored to lead. The Braves are considered top contenders with the addition of Sherwood Magee, though Poorest and Bill James pose uncertainties that could affect the pennant race.
A collage of sports musings cites Freddie Welsh, Goeben repairs, and the uneven life of magnates. Frank Noel may referee the Juarez fight, while Ty Cobb and Eddie Collins loom for a smooth summer. Harvard bars dancing to avoid brutal tango in football terms.
Pittsburg March 4 Hans Wagner veteran shortstop signed a 1915 Pirates contract worth $10 000 per year. It is his 16th deal with the Pirates. Twenty five Pirates under manager Fred Clarke plan to depart Saturday for spring training in Dawson Kentucky.
Washington State College basketball team, once hopeful for the Northwestern conference title, dropped their third straight defeat on the Oregon trip, losing 26 to 20 to Willamette University in Salem where the Bearcats led throughout.
Whitman College announces its athletics general manager Clarence Thom is ill and must leave school to recover in Lebanon Oregon. Donald Clancy, a member of last year’s football team, will fill the position temporarily during his absence.
Prices shift modestly with sweet potatoes advancing half a cent and Wottom at 2c rising a quarter. top price increases from Se to take. The page lists varied produce and livestock values, including Cal onions, cucumbers, cabbage, and Rhubarb with scattered figures corrected daily by J. W. Godwin & Co. White River.
Prominent driver Louis Chevrolet plans a comeback at the Indianapolis 500 on Memorial Day. He last raced in 1910 at the Vanderbilt event where his car capsized and he was thrown about 60 feet but escaped with no serious injuries.
George Rublee pending nomination to the trade commission is reportedly set for a recess appointment Friday as the confirmation remains unresolved.
The note lists selling prices and commodity names for pork, hay, and grains. It references manufacturers and regions including Bradner Co and Puget Sound areas. It mentions alfalfa timothy oats barley and various feed ingredients with corrected pricing details.
Thomas H. Bolton was greeted with a five minute ovation by over 400 union men at a Central Labor Council meeting on Wednesday night. Speakers included EFP Marsh, EB B Ault, Martin J Flyzik, James Duncan and others. Bolton pledged loyal public service and kept his Bakers' union post but will not resign as CLC president since the role is unpaid.
The miscellaneous column in Star Want Ads summarizes quirky listings, small notices, and brief notices. It captures odd jobs, yard sale hints, and fleeting postings that populate the paper's classifieds page.
Whippet hounds named as pacemakers for Indiana University track athletes. Charlies Heddon of Dowagiac beat Corwin Huston in the Class A billiards national championship at Philadelphia 400 to 325. R. M. Lord defeated Edward Gardner 400 to 200 in an evening game. Jimmy Duffy beat Frank Callahan in a ten round boxing match in Buffalo. Willie Beecher has recovered from illness and resumed training. Anacortes Elks plan a strong baseball schedule beginning April 4 against Battersby & Smith.
In Helena on March 4 a controversial reform movement sweeps Montana as a racing game dies under scrutiny. Officials report no further details available about the incident or its aftermath.
Illinois A C, three time AAU champions, meets Washington at University gym after a long road trip. Washington, Northwestern league title holder, has not lost at home in over two years and aims to extend streak. Referee Tracy Strong slated as official with 7 45 start.
Dowling singles led by Shu man 917 and Marshall 873 at Imperial alleys. Bismarck results show Lowe 990 Boston 853 Webster 963. 8S A C at Markle a 916 Hulette 1047. Elks House league Capt Calohn’s No 7 beat Capt McBreen’s No 6 2655 to 2280 with Brown posting high 235 and high average 206.
Gov Stew art Virtually ends racing by signing the bill that prohibits race gambling. He also approves a measure requiring saloons to close at midnight and not open before 6 a.m.
Snohomish high school girls basketball edged Edmonds 10 to 9 in a tight contest here last night, winning in the final minutes as the teams stayed neck and neck throughout the game.
Dr. Herbert H. Gowen will address the Queen Anne Congregational Church Thursday evening on The Drama League Its Object and the Work of the Seattle Center. Mrs. C K Bliss will read a short drama The Open Door. Public invited.
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