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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1906
Page
2
Berger and Kaufmann prepare for the first elimination trial in the grand heavyweights in Frisco. Tickets are high and a packed new pavilion awaits. Referee Jack Welsh. odds favor Berger at 10 to 4.
Rumors swirl over the weight title scramble for tomorrow's bout. Kaufmann, seen after months of inactivity, arrives West in decent form. Some whisper that O'Brien arranged a longer bout with Berger for greater earnings, though such claims remain unconfirmed.
The market report notes shipment arrivals of sweet potatoes and cranberries from Oregon Westernay and 1600 crates of grapes. Prices show grapes firm at 125 to 156 per crate and 126 for other varieties. pumpkin shortages feared. Pork births reported. eggs firm at ten to twelve. Various produce and meat prices listed with mixed quality notes.
The Star urges readers to call the main office at Sunset Main 1060 or Independent 1198 between 6 and 7 PM if the paper fails to arrive by 6 PM each evening. Repeated misses should be reported by telephone to ensure a perfect service.
The 8 A football team unanimously selected Oliver Cutts as captain for the season. A Hart-Belt battle arrangement at Kalamazoo collapsed as the men failed to meet. News from San Diego reports boxer Johnny Wichie killed while hunting yesterday.
Freshmen at the university picked material for entries for the meet with the Bophe Thursday. Coach Place is dedicating extra time to the university football squad to get the players in shape.
Emeryville riders prepare for winter meets with many top jockeys and strings. Notables include Cherry returning to ride with Trotter, J Finn likely to mount, and Sam Mildreth sending a 22-strong stable led by Willis Knapp. Other entries include Logintitia's group and several older sprinters as plans shift from New Orleans to Emeryville.
Percy Cove and Frankie Nell have not come to terms in Frisco yet. Negotiations stalled by a rival offer and wired bets show Cove ready to bet 2000, Nell seeking side terms. If no agreement arises, Billy Roche may push Cove to match with Bernah as plans loom around James Klein.
Recap of yesterday’s program with six races including winners Grand Duchens Emperor of 4 410 and Creasina Belle of Pequest. Times ranged from 1 08 to 1 49 with positions second and third noted for most events.
Report lists multiple races with winners and odds. Alta McDonald won the first race at 104 to 1. Ouard second. McChord won the second race over Balvage and Pepper. J Perris led the third race with a time of 1 41 and 104. Barnes and Moreland appear in later events with winners Sanetion Moccasin Maid and others.
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