Burns Bids to End Johnson Battle with Quit Message
Tommy Burns declares in a September 23 letter that his December 26 Sydney bout with Jack Johnson will be his last pro fight win or lose. He says he aims to force Johnson to quit like a coward and discusses earnings, venue crowd records, and promoters seeking Jeffries to referee.
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Tommy Burns
Jack Johnson
Sydney
Australia
C. Harrison Green
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Johnson
Washingtonians Home From Nippon
The University of Washington team returned home after a ten week visit in Japan. They played 16 games, winning six, with 70,000 in attendance. Manager Howard Gillette praised play but noted arm soreness limited performances. Japanese clubs showed superior fielding and agility.
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Waseda College
Keto University
Belief Challenging Fights as a Thing of the Past
James J. Corbett in his dressing room after Facing the Music predicts limited round boxing could return countrywide. He cites cleaner sport, pledging today’s fights meet higher public standards and recalls past betting on long-ago Jackson bout. He foresees punishment bouts fading. The Seattle tournament bid for 1969 is under discussion by officials.
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James J. Corbett
School Children Eye Care Advertisement
School Children eyes given special care and attention by our specialist Schuchard Optical Co. 1267 Second av. If you suspect trouble with your child's eyes we can advise you.
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Schuchard Optical Co
Washington Eleven Defeats Whitman In Close Score
Washington wins 6 to 0 after a tense game where Whitman defense stifled scoring for most of the match. Wee Coyle breaks through late with a kickoff return to set up the goal, as Babcock shines in guard around formations and Whitman struggles to adapt to Washington’s play.
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Ramblers Lose After Rainier Heights Beats Them
Rainier Heights defeated the Ramblers at Wood yesterday with two early touchdowns set up by onside kicks and a forward pass. Gepner scored both Rainier Heights scores and added one goal as the second half saw a tighter contest and Ramblers improving despite the loss.
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Broadway Triumphs Over Ballard in High School Football
Broadway high School defeated Ballard 27 to 14 on Saturday afternoon. The Shingleweavers showed grit, Broadway led 14 to 0 at halftime, Ballard rallied with two touchdowns and a late kick, Cunningham Cubesick starred for Ballard, while Smith of Broadway appeared among those present.
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Seattle Soccer Club Defeats All Stars at Dugdale Park
The Seattle United football team defeated the All Stars at Dugdale Park in a hard fought match. Archer starred in goal and referee Charlie G. contributed to the victory as Seattle looks ahead to a rematch with Ladysmith next Sunday, signaling growing local interest in the sport.
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Lou Nordyke Causes Trouble in Baseball Talk
The piece reports fans Hamiet and others debating who Lou Nordyke belongs to as Oakland drafts Lou amid prior drafts of Sugden and Mundorf. The text hints at a potential loss for Oakland and references a “weeping willow” stunt.
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Portland takes two in Coast League doubleheader
Portland won both ends of a Coast League doubleheader on October 24 in San Francisco. The morning game ended 6 to 1 with Portland piling hits for a decisive win. In the afternoon Garrett scored on Frambea hit to seal the victory in the last inning. Umpires Perrine and Flynn. Los Angeles beat San Francisco 4 to 2 in seven innings. Gray and Megan with Kilifer or Hogan noted in line.
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Taxation Amendment Opposed by Ministers Across Denominations
Ministers from Methodists Presbyterians and Baptists rallied against a constitutional amendment taxing church property. They warned a tax could surpass church funds and salaries, risking institutions like Whitman College the M C A university campuses and Paget Sound University. Clergy proposed taxing only external church and school property to avoid religious strife.
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Daniel L. Rader
Portland
Pacific Advocate
Presbyterian Ministerial Association
Rocky Mountains
Whitman College
University of Paget Sound
G. H. Lee
Lee
Youth Shot and Killed by Younger Brother in Gate City
In Gate City on October 26, KR. A. Patton, 15, son of William Patton, was shot and killed by his younger brother from a roof using a 38 caliber rifle. Police will hold an inquest. the shooting is described as accidental. The Patton family had seven children. the father worked in a logging camp nearby.
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United Press
Gate City
KR. A. Patton
William Patton
William
Olympia
Minck Hills
Money Bets On Taft Victory Across Multiple States
The state beican central committee by 608 to bet that Taft will be elected, carrying orade, Con Jent, Lilliots, Iowa, Idaho, Maine, chusetts, Michigan, Minnecota, Hampshire, New York, Mew 5 North Dabots, a Birooney" vania, Mhedeleland, Washing ton, Wicconein and yoming. are ie also a chunk of money on hand that Taft carries Indiana, Nebraska, Kan wae, Maryland and Delaware. Odds are wanted on this wation. The money has been left with Secretary Lysone by local business men. Local democrats are beginnt to gtow couspicious over pe ton of judges for election republi canes have fet turned in that vot, and the democrats the plan is to tet thieve wnt the feet minute and then equeese the demo crate out of representation. County democrats are planning the hottest campaign week in the history of Seattie, beginning to da ere with the three tracks loaded with three "heat on the streets at night, des meetings in the lowin, Auburn, Mattern hall fg gn Mt View belie'e hall, Rainier Beach, Pallard, Weat Seattle, Youngstown, South Park, Sherrick's hall, iita, Arcade hall and Renton. Richard Pearson Mobsen and gestas . Cotter are to peak in t during the week Tenth ward democrats will hold
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Betrayer Exposed at the Altar during Mary Chadwick Reagan’s Wedding
Mary Chadwick Reagan, a newlywed, faced a dramatic revelation at her wedding to banker Charles J Reagan. A veiled woman entered with a child claiming paternity and left, leaving Reagan alone with the child. Reagan then departed the city, destination unknown.
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Divorce Suit Alleges Violence and Farm Strife at Redmond
Kate Pobler files for divorce from Charles H Pobler in the superior court claiming years of coercion and violence on the Redmond farm She says he refused to work except peddling produce she gathered, kept the money, and seeks $500 and division of property.
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Be. BK Morrie Appointed Receiver Amid Claim
A court appointed Morrie as receiver for a company amid a filed claim for a sum of money. The case involves the de Hotties entity and related assets, with creditors presenting formal claims for repayment.
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Congregational Ministers Meet Discuss School Issues
At this morning’s Congregational Ministers meeting, school concerns were discussed. Rev. Ward Lincoln Smith read a report raising questions about school affairs.
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Dress Fabrics Offer New Weaves and Rich Shades
A store highlights new dress fabrics with lustrous satin-like weaves and a broad range of shades for afternoon and evening wear. The Directoire vogue shows special favor for these fabrics, emphasizing their beauty and variety.
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Silk Fabrics Directoire and Other Silks Offer Wide Range
Seattle distributors advertise Silk Fabrics Directoire satin finish 36 inch width at $2.00 per yard with numerous colors including ivory e light blue apricot corn Copenhagen blue navy brown peacock raspberry amethyst taupe and black. Electra satin finished 20 inch width at $1.00 per yard with black white and cream. Ottoman Silk Cord heavy weight 27 inch width at $2.00 per yard in taupe brown peacock and amethyst. Sahib Pongee 27 inch width black cream light blue pink tan reseda Copenhagen navy or brown at 75 cents. Black Taffeta Silk 36 inch width at $1.00 per yard.
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Silk Suit Patterns Offer One of a Kind Styles
Silk suit patterns feature a unique graduated block design with a small waist and larger lower skirt in messaline priced at $25.00. A second 48 inch pattern uses a heavily patterned chi finished taffeta silk for the skirt with prices from $27.50 to $30.00.
New Broadcloths Arrive in Town for Display
New broadcloths arrive this week offering a comprehensive assortment of staple and fancy shades including black. Material is of excellent quality with prices at 3.25 dollars per yard. Other broadcloths of good quality in black and colors range from 1.25 to 2.65 dollars per yard.
Dressy Waists In New Styles With Lace Braid Details
White and cream tailored net waists and dressy models priced from 4.95 to 8.75 feature all over tucked bobbinet, high pointed collars, Marie Antoinette frill downs, lace ruching, and long sleeves with cuffs. Some waists show pre fashioned net with ribbons and shaded blue tones.
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