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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1907
Page
2
The proposed contest between Washington High and Salt Lake High has nearly fallen through with manager Westover out. A replacement may be sought against the California Interscholastic Champions, a late season venture that could be highly profitable if Westover can field a team that defeated other California squads.
The Fort Lawton field meet was dominated by Company G with the top score among the four companies. Star athletes Mira Robinett Winters Ross Sheperd Olesen and Ferguson highlighted the event as Company H and Company F trailed.
Vancouver soccer players defeated the University of California 8 to 0 on a very muddy field. The match featured slippery footing and players slipping into mud puddles as Vancouver dominated with quick, punishing plays.
The High Lifes defeated the Politicians 2482 to 2448 in a three game series at A C bowling alleys. Key scores: Allan 680 for High Lifes and Sands 491, Pianeo 458, Putnam 548 for Politicians. High Lifes led by strong individual totals with Allan posting the top average.
The article reports ongoing controversy between Northwest and Coast leagues over player drafting by California. It notes D E Dugdale's anticipated oration against conspirators, Spokane protests over Wee Coyle ineligible status, and possible year four for Coyle. It also mentions Smithson at Yale, Hulen as future Spokane captain, and players tied to Medicine Hat, Seattle, Idaho, and Salt Lake teams. Dugdale nears agreement to sign players and hold tryouts.
Navy efforts report an unprecedented number of battlesaves, marking a significant rise in protective measures and readiness across fleets. Authorities cite improved protocols and training contributing to the surge.
A historical account describes financiers buying banks and trust companies to control the system. Morgan and his allies crushed the rival groups with help from Secretary Cortelyou, who with $26 million stood ready to defend public credit as investigators expose knavery and looming panic.
The text suggests a shift in public mood that could strip theater makers from their Wall Street haunts and send them to menial labor like stone breaking or broom making, as punishment becomes a societal force across generations.
Raymond Hitchcock, the comedian, has been arrested and arraigned on charges connected to extortion claims against Hugo Voecks. Voecks was arrested last week after Hitchcock accused him of trying to extort $2,000 to avoid publishing a story about Hitchcock’s alleged mistreatment of Voecks’ 12 year old sister.
A young skater from Seattle fell at Dreamland rink injuring his leg. Albert T. Bear was taken to Providence hospital after the accident.
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