Spokane Wrestling Eyes Return as Prohibition Looms
Widespread talk of bringing back prize wrestling in Spokane follows Prosecuting Attorney Barnhart’s edict banning prize fights in the county. Promoters eye matchups including Joe Heinrich, Dutch Wagner, and Blubber Irby backed by Richie Quinn, with possible cards after Thanksgiving at the Spokane Amateur Athletic Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atteorney
R. M. Barnhart
Spokane
Duncan McMillen
Jack O'Neill
Jank Goteh
Joe Heinrich
Wagner
Heinrich
Northwest
Coales May Be The Champion
William Coales of Thrapston England is hailed as a future world long distance star after winning the three mile handicap at the South London Harriers meet. He started at 60 yards behind and finished strongly, clocking 14:47 for the race with strong support from his English friends as his family legacy in distance running grows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Coales
Thrapston
Eng
South London Harriers
Guy Holdaway
Coates
Holdaway
Shrubb
England
Coales
Terme
Fred Coales
Alpine Harriers
Thoroughbred Racing card with six events and times
Saturday races feature seven runners per event with times and payouts. First race 107 yards, Judge White won in 1 15, second Killochan, Racine, Retay Binford. Second race 1 1/16 mile Racine 144 won by Racine 144, Retay Binford 104. Third race 1 mile Welbourne 7 Walsh won, Selon Shingle 107 second. Fourth steeplechase Captain Hayes 149 won Frank Somers 145 second Rathoven 150. Fifth race 1 mile Racinel 224 Wright won Bulwark 149 second The Cricket 152. Sixth race 1 1/8 miles Grevella 3 Englander won Ivanhoe 108 second Lemon Girl 96. Seventh race 1 1/16 mile Lady Vincent 69 Hagen won Beldino second Laura A 104.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge White
Killochan
Johnson
Racine
Retay Binford
Welbourne
Walsh
Selon Shingle
the Clown
Capt Hayes
Frank Somers
Rathoven
Racinel
Wright
Bulwark
the Cricket
Ivanhoe
Lemon Girl
Lady Vincent
Hagen
Beldino
Laura A
Beau Brummel 101 Wins First Race at Mile Distance
In the opening race Koerner’s Beau Brummel 101 led three quarters of a mile and held on to win. The Golden Bird 161 finished second and Tanbark 97 was third. Time not specified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Koerner
Seattle High School Triumph Over Bellingham 6–0 in Muddy Showdown
The Seattle High School football team defeated Bellingham 6 to 0 on a muddy field. A fumbled punt by Wheeler of Everett early in the second half allowed Seattle end Mackey to run for a 1 yard touchdown, with Coyle kicking the extra point. No further scoring followed as Seattle edged a tighter game. Next week Lick High of California travels north to challenge Ball Seattle for the Pacific Coast ship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
Bellingham High School
Bellingham
Beattie
Wheeler
Everett
Mackey
Coyle
Lick High School
California
Beattle High
Pacific Coast
Ure Plum
Gans Expects to Retire After One More Year in Ring
In Indianapolis November 13 Joe Gans the light weight champion now with the Empire predicts retirement within a year after one final title defense He at 32 has held the lightweight crown since 1902 after knocking out Frank Erne in one round He claims he may follow Jeffries example and quit boxing He seeks another bout with Battling Nelson and will consider all challengers including Kid Herman Marty Lewis Charley Neary and other public requests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Imanapolis
Joe Gana
the Empire
Hie
James J. Jeffries
Gane
Frank Erne
Hattling Nelson
Kid Herman
Marty Lewis
Charley Neary
McGarey Deshler Fight Ends in Draw at Boston
Amby McGarey and Dave Deshler battled to a first round draw in Boston. Spectators felt McGarey controlled the action with a sharp body punch, while Deshler avoided damage and landed cleaner blows though ineffective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amby McGarey
Dave Deshler
Boston
McGarey
Deshler
Destrier
McGiorey
Hin Bering
Seattle Teams Edge and Fall in Local Soccer Showdowns
Seattle clubs endured mixed results as the Thistles defeated the Seamons 4 to 2 in one match while the Wanderers and Tacoma beat by the City of Downton band. Goals and lineups were listed for both games, with Seattle’s late rally noted as creditable despite the early setback.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thistles
Seattle
Forbes
Conroy
Boyle
Coleman
Atkins
Lemon
Pillings
Robinson
Jamie Won
Walker
Tacoma
Geal
Dow
McDougal
Whiteton
Putallo
White
Mauer
Bell
Lee
Thompson
Brown
Wanderers
Oal
Metcalf
H. Beeks
Wytle
Campbell
R. Beeks
Dickson
Bweetland
J. Beeks
Caldwell
A. Reeke
H. Leamey
Washington and Willamette play to a scoreless exhibition
A large crowd watched a no score gridiron game between the University of Washington and Willamette. The car service was poor and three quarters of an hour passed before the first car left the university end. Next Saturday Lick High School faces local highs in a championship rematch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Washington
Willamette
Lick High School
Igeant
Lick
Market Notes on Grapes Oats and Produce Prices
A steamer with grapes arrives this morning to be distributed among commission men. Cranberries quoted at 1.26 to 11.56 per unit. oats rise to 26 to 27 per ton. Meat and dairy prices unchanged from Saturday. Eggs and other produce show mixed movements with regional price points and deliveries anticipated in coming days.
Grand Opera House Hosts Nelson Gans Fight With Faulty Camera
At the Grand, Nelson fights Gans while a malfunctioning Vitascope camera disrupts the exhibition. The operator battles a balky device as Nelson delivers hard blows and the audience cheers the conclusion despite the faulty footage. Manager Reid vows to fix the camera for today’s final showings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson Mehtat
Managor Reed
Hut
Gans
Nelson
Reid
Company L Wins Macleay Trophy Shoot in Orillia
In heavy rain and mud the Company L team of the Second Washington Infantry defeated Troop B First Washington Cavalry in the first Macleay trophy shoot at Orillia Seattle range. Final score 11 to 912 with a post event dinner and trophy presentation by L Macleay, a former Troop B lieutenant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Company L
Second
Washington Infantry
Washington Cavalry
Macleay
Orillia
Seattle
L Macleay
Troop B
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tobomman Lt
Keerner
Auditor
Salvage Tit
Shining Star
Austin
Hadar
Pirate Polly
Baltimore
Latonia
Ster Beccia
M’garey - Deshler
Oriental Baths
Regal
THI First Avenue
Telem
Carhartt
Seattle Teamo
Attle Ando Wanderers DE
Sport Dope
Dave Appien
Canital Bon
Epries
Valencie
Mares
Thei
Fen Joan
Pete Hier
Pete Age
Maj Brant
Stanford
British Columbia
Elliott & McGregor
Cowens University Park
Chas. Cowen
Lewis
Becend Ave
M. Thayer
Derr Piret
Ind
Hunter Baltimore
Keystone Liquor CO
First Ave
Seneca
The
Wwe
National Dentists
People’s Savings Bank
Second and Pike
Garvey-Buchanan Company
of Washington
YOO
Asc
Asc Lesoard
Craretty
Isc
Asc Packer
Aoc
Rogers
Landers
Fray & Clark
Garvey-Buchanan Co
Second Avenue Lumber Exchange
Jack
Loggers’ Supply Co
Cotman Cook
HOPKING @ avenue BROKERS
Columbia Canal CO
U. K
Loose
Gen’s
Marlon Bidg
Washor
Attalia
Walla Walla Co
Geattie
Novelty Skirt Mfg. Co
Second Ave
Wath
Union Tailors
James St
Ragley’s
Chickering Piano
la Scala
Milan
Italy
Grand Opera
Messrs
Cort and Kronberg
Leoncavalla
Zaza
I'Pagliacci
John Cort
Chickering
D.S. Johnston CO
Second Avenue
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!