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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1911

Page

2

Leon to meet Gotch in Seattle dream match

Jack Leon traveling from Chicago to Seattle to face Frank Gotch for the heavyweight title on November fifth at Dreamland. Leon and manager Jack Tuoey pressed Klank for a shot after the mousedion affair, earning the Seattle date when allowed to compete on the Pacific coast. Leon boasts a strong physique and vows to test Gotch’s speed, aiming to avoid a quick pin.

Jack Leon Frank Gotch Dreamland Chicago Leon Jack Tuoey Hm Klank Frank Hon Hack Klank Tuoey Pacific Slope Portland Seattle Léon Gotch Hackenschmidt

Street Wants Another Bout With Giles Foe

Frank Street demands a return match before the next smoker at Fort Lawton Athletic Club. He claims he can beat Hubbard anywhere and seeks the call for a rematch with Hollie Giles. Street trained in Edmonds and expects a Thanksgiving date, with Percy Cove joining as trainer and chief second. New York notes Jack Coombe won Giant Athletic game, tossing 128 balls near the platter while Mathewson pitched 115.

Frank Street Hollie Giles Fort Lawton Athletic Percy Cove Street New York Jack Coombe Jack Mathewson

McCredie Critiques Henderson As Beavers Rally

Portland manager Walter McCredie blasts Benny Henderson as unreliable since leaving Portland. Henderson is suspended and out of the Beavers plans, while Bill Steen heads to Portland to care for his wife. The Beavers continue to battle the Scala roster for the week.

Tacoma Broadway Wenatchees Lincoln Seattle Queen Anne Fowler Queen Anne Boys Joe Casey Wenatchee Casey Foster Kirkpatrick Weeks Williams Brandentheler Datton Edwards Baker Atchison Cook Knosher Fagg Ohnick United Press San Francisco Benny” Henderson Pacific Coast Walter McCredie Portland Beavers Portland Bill Steen McCredie The Scala

Boxing scraps spark bids for Forbes McGovern 10-round showdown

Reports indicate an arranged 10 round bout between Harry Forbes and Phil McGovern with a large inducement to secure promoter favor. Sydney arena plans show government involvement in boxing profits under local authority. New York notes Morrie plans a comeback to beat Jim Fynes, while Cincinnati builds a $250,000 plant with a 24,008 seat steel and concrete grandstand. Philadelphia crowns Runt Walsh as top all around player for the Phillies.

Bowling Notes City League Opens With Narrow Scores

The City Boundary league opened with close games at eee alleys last night. Notable scores include Shuman 178 and Miller 161 for MEMS, Smith 174 for Evans, and Peacock 191. Team total reached 2696 as week one action rolled on. Friday features Imperial Cubs versus Wonders. Intercity: Seattle Stars host Tacoma, Auburn visits Renton tomorrow night.

Eee A. L. Halle MEMS Washington Cwee Eeee Shuman Eseess IL Smith Evans O.ccceeees Miller Oveeceeewee Smith Veeveveewes Perry Cowwseeeees AOD Peacock O11 Imperial Cubs Seattle Stars Tacoma Auburn Renton

Do Your Part on the Football Field

A motivational piece urging eleven players to work as a unit, keep spectators in the stands, and seize every opportunity. It emphasizes teamwork, courage, and steady effort against tough opposition, noting one ball carrier needs strong support and praising perseverance.

Langford and Jeanette Set to Fight Twenty Rounds

In October 26, Sam Langford and Joe Jeanette will meet in a planned twenty round bout. Milne, Thornton, Gal-Fane and Agnew of SP 88 are among observers hoping to attend and witness a historic clash in Los Angeles.

Ae Gal—Fane Comerty Sam Langford Joe Jeanette

Constipation Tied to Most Headaches Says Patient Advice

A fragment suggests headaches are largely caused by constipation and asks for a better remedy than Ayer's Pills, advised to consult a doctor.

Ayer

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