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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1909
Page
3
A discussion on football excellence notes the coach earns laurels more than the team in football, contrasting with baseball where managers are valued by wins. The author cites Michigan and cites a remarkable play as a highlight of football excellence.
An observer recalls a pivotal 1907 Mid-Pennsylvania clash against Penn, detailing a last minute trick play. He notes Penn State’s strong defense led by Mehulz and Wasmund’s decisive call as the crowd of about 14 900 held its breath.
A damaged OCR passage mentions a loss to Vanderbilt and an unnamed game and officials. It references Thompson of Cornell and claims about officiating and confidence in the play. The fragment lacks clear names, dates, and outcomes.
Lincoln high faces Spokane high in a 20 minute half inter scholastic football game on the university campus Seattle this afternoon. Lincoln hopes to rebound from a loss to Tacoma while Spokane seeks a needed win to stay in the race with Broadway and Lincoln. Officials include Referee Carver Umpire Place and Goodfellow as head linesman. Durant.
Coach Lewis leads Broadway to Everett to face the fast Everett squad coached by Enoch Bagshaw. Broadway faces key injuries with captain Lewis Warren and Dalton out, while Abbott strengthens at fullback. Everett hopes to ride home crowd support and strong play to upset the Huskies.
Tokoguro Ito defeated George Braun in Seattle with the Okurieri strangle and Dakikubi hold, winning in under a minute. The bout drew American and Japanese supporters, with Ito earning praise and a noted ovation as he defended Japan’s honor and belt.
Sporting columnist recounts a storied Jiu Jitsu bout and a public dispute over coverage and profit. The piece references Japanese and American fighters and a dramatic ring moment with Ito and Brain as tension builds toward a decisive confrontation.
A Seattle crowd watched Ito defeat Braun in a jiu jitsu exhibition praised for business appeal but criticized as a sporting mismatch. The Eastern racing season closed with Western owner Sam Hildreth atop the earnings list at 165277, followed by Keene and Bedwell. Papke drew with an unknown Kingse, while Zbysco challenged Gotch in wrestling and a Havana bull fight was postponed for baseball.
In Seattle the winter bowling tourney fired off with a rush as club drives showed perfect condition. Players blamed for “poodies” missteps draw reactions, making the scene lively and entertaining for spectators.
The piece describes chaotic bowling scenes in Seattle with players like Ito Braun and Pro Ito, pin boys fleeing from Frank Gardner, Emil Koch handling coins at the Bismarck alleys, and a growing presence of women achieving scores around 160. It notes respect for the foul line and hints at Northwest telegraphic meets versus Portland Spokane and others.
The write up recalls Joe Morrin, Beattie Howling Association president, once a standout bowler. It notes his past national success at Denver and a 679 three-game score, while contrasting current indifference to the sport with the griping about alley damage from reckless throwing.
Wisconsin and Minnesota meet in Madison this afternoon for the western championship. Both teams have shown strong play this season and are expected to deliver a hotly contested game.
California and Stanford prepare for the annual rugby clash with large crowds expected. California’s team trains under strong backs Cerf Eliott and Dwigetns as crowds back odds toward even money. Stanford forecasts a close game and plans for the largest turnout yet.
Victor M Place former Dartmouth star and coach now practicing law in Seattle argues Notre Dame is a top class football program not a fluke. He cites past two seasons scoring 826 to 20 and notes Notre Dame defeated Penn and Michigan among others. He asserts Washington and Minnesota also strong and backs Notre Dame as elite nationally.
United Press reports in Cincinnati that Frank Herman of the California State League and Garry Herrmann of the Cincinnati Baseball Club discussed terms for California to join the national organization. Herrmann urged protecting major league clubs over contract jumpers, citing pitcher Stricklett valued at 6000 dollars and Brooklyn's stake in him.
Incomplete excerpt describes silver spoons and heavy silver items. Mentions cost per item and conditions over years, noting their heaviness and intended function of the setting. No clear event or persons identified.
In Kansas City on November 12 Thomas A. Hueston defeated Johnny Kling 197 to 179 in the final block of their 800ball match. The series total stood 800 to 653 in favor of Hueston. This marks Hueston’s third pool championship.
OCR unreadable text shows names and places but lacks clear events or dates. Summary unavailable due to damaged readable content. no coherent action or outcome can be determined from the fragment.
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