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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1909
Page
3
Northwestern league leaders threaten an outlaw league to force independence from Pacific Coast dominance. George M. Schreeder of Tacoma warns against Coast league control as Spokane and Seattle feel the mounting upheaval.
Sir Thomas Lipton announced before sailing for Europe that he will renew his challenge for the America's Cup. The next races are scheduled for 1911, with Lipton confirming the plan through United Press.
Coach Gilmore Dobie of the University of Washington says reports of his discord with the faculty and threats to resign are false. He notes a sole issue was a faculty letter about sideline conduct and explains his quiet, secret practice for the undefeated 1909 squad.
Kan sas City franchise owner George "White Wings" Tebeau advocates making slide head first into bases mandatory to reduce spike injuries and speed up play. He argues a feet first slide would be slower and less risky, urging Ban Johnson to amend rules to call sliding feet first out and heavily fine offenders.
Mayor Eakins says he will bid 150000 to land the greatest pugilistic attraction of the century. Kinney plans an arena to seat 100000. Railroads are negotiating to handle vast crowds. Dewitt Vancourt warns he will outbid rivals for the plum.
Chief Jesse B. Cook declares strict enforcement of the anti betting on horse races law. He notes no pool rooms or gambling offices found yet but warns that any attempt will be suppressed immediately by San Francisco police.
The Eagles beat the Pelicans two of three games at the Seattle Athletic Club. Frank Gardiner led with a 214 high game and 187 season average as the team posted strong scores across the lineup. Final lines show Gardiner 214 and 661 series along with solid contributions from Churchill Kuentzel and Grinnell.
An ad touts discounts on silver plated knives and forks from multiple brands. It urges shoppers to compare prices, promises價 values of $2.00 to $3.50, and highlights various set numbers and handles for low costs.
The article discusses unlikely bids to host the Jeffries fight in Nevada or California, notes Oklahoma’s constitutional constraints, and hints at a two man bidding race between Gleason and Coffroth. It weighs Jeffries' current form against past champions like Sullivan and criticizes recent showings in Northwest wrestling circles.
In heavy mud at Pullman the W. S. C. eleven hammered Whitworth 84 to 6. The Tacoma team showed class and fought hard throughout, while Whitworth faced a decisive loss and Whitman’s chances were noted in the postgame comments.
Idaho manager Herb Smith said a $696 check tied to Oregon game was not stolen. Two team members, after warning of a stop payment, presented the check on a silver platter as a joke. They did not expect Smith to react with alarm.
Plans are under way for three UC Rugby games against Vancouver in British Columbia next month with the Cal victory over Branford guiding the trip. The opener may be at Vancouver on Christmas Day and the remaining two games likely in Victoria the following week.
Billy Papke of Kewanee says he will fight Stanley Ketchel at light heavyweight for Ketchel’s middleweight title gap. Papke offers to meet Ketchel and posts a substantial side bet on his chances to win.
Lincoln and Broadway prepare for a Saturday game with similar lineups and aims to match last week’s score against Eastern Washington. Star players Presley and Wilson headline line battles, with both squads featuring new faces at guard and end and a focus on speed and strength.
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