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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1906
Page
2
Edward McLaughlin, ref in the Hoppe match, advocates spotting the 18.2 balls at freeze to improve the game. He argues it preserves interest, prevents dull runs, and invites players to rethink strategy, enhancing spectator appeal and mental challenge.
Multnomah Athletic Club yesterday canceled its football date with Stewart of the local high school. Stewart plans a replacement game with Bellingham high school youths to keep his team from staling. The Automobile Club of America announces a four day commercial vehicle test in New York City from November 7 to 16 with awards based on cost per ton mile.
In Beattie last night, two five game bowling matches drew a large crowd. Sam Shuman defeated N H Warren by 185 pins after leading on the Monarch alleys, with Shuman posting a steady finish. The second match saw Monarch state’s Paul Morgan and partner defeat Coraeeb Hux ton and Silent Joe Lyons by 58 pins in a tight contest featuring notable splits and strong play.
Detroit will receive improved roads as the Michigan good roads bill passes by a large majority. The state will pay one thousand dollars per mile for macadamized roads built to specifications, under the guidance of Highway Commissioner Horatio B Earle.
The text discusses proposals to change the Herkomer Touring Cup rules to exclude all non German cars. It notes possible drama as a vehicle carrying a patient is en route to a hospital, and mentions rumors of altering competition conditions.
A steamship arrival brought new produce to market though prices drift and buyers hesitate. Lettuce shelves show strength while meats poultry dairy and produce largely hold steady with minor shifts. Shipping logistics, onions citrus and fruit prices listed with varied quotes and mentions of creamery butter and live poultry.
Illinois Athletic Club announces the third annual Marathon race to be held September 28 1907 and titled the American Marathon. Bam Fitzpatrick once known as the Australian Comet, who has matched top fighters, believes he can rally heavies to give Jack Johnson a chance. Ham Johnson seeks matchmaking gains, Myer Prinstein is cited as one of history’s greats, nicknamed Hob Fitzsimmons of the Cinder Path for ongoing championships since 1892.
Prinstein shows no sign of a breakdown and jumps well enough to defeat his man each time. A Metoxen a Carlisle back refuses to play for whites preferring farming life. Dr Frank R Carson offered three year Boston American league management at 7000 dollars. Walter Steffen of Chicago promises to become top man under Coach Stagg and equal Eckersall, after impressive Chicago university season.
Advertisement for Ed White the tailor at 208 Collins Building promoting carefully tailored suits with a perfect hang and master cutting skills.
The article notes Corbett Terry McGovern resuming reception until the 16th of the current month with the match awarded to the club offering best inducements. It reports California and Nevada clubs expected to bid and a Davenport Iowa 16 round fight between Jimmy Gardner and Jack Dougherty in the second week of November. It discusses boxing ethics and the need to avoid settling old grudges in the ring.
In the first race over three-fourths of a mile Vetaniat ridden by Lee won at 11 to 6 over Tudor and Baringo with a time of 1 15 1 6. The second race over three-fourths of a mile featured Judge White with Examiner style notes and an unspecified outcome. Elliott and McGregor listed at 1229 Second Ave.
Fragmentary race results list multiple events including winners and placings. Names such as Herman Feld, Behotlery, Donne, Vepper, Harry Baylor, Owen, Nichols, Mulwark, Chippewa and The Haracen appear with times and odds, but many details are unclear or garbled.
The summary lists results from several races with winners and times. Notable victors include Jigger 11 percent in a four-furlong sprint, Caper at about 112, Red Thintie and Noel placing in later heats, Meadow Sreere and Der contending in intermediate miles, and Tobowman leading Whippoorwill Matador in a five race card.
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