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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1917

Page

6

Ed Hills Comment on Sports Seattle Boxing Set for September Show

The piece notes a September 2 Victoria boxing card featuring Joe Bayley defending his Canadian lightweight title against Chet Neff in a 10 round bout. Promoter Davies bets Seattle attendance, with Moy facing Joe Harrahan on Labor Day weekend and Billy Mascott sidelined by a hand injury. It mentions Willard and Morris discussions and possible bouts with Fulton.

Seattle Victoria Davies Joe Bayley Chet Neff B. C Pacific Coast May California Mascott Northwest Portland Moy Joe Harrahan Har Billy Mascott Acto Rose City Bennett Pendleton Pobby Evans Billy

Promoter Urged to Stage Pinkman Grudge Match

Joe Bemish writes from Seattle urging promoters to match Edward Pinkman against Charley White or Leonard, following Johnnie Tillman’s six round upset over White. He argues the boxing public deserves a true marquee bout and criticizes coast fighters as insufficient opponents.

Sir Johnnie Tillman Charley White Chicago Edward Pinkman Pink Tillman Leonard White Seattle Joe Bemish

Alfred De Oro Wins World Billiard Championship

Alfred De Oro defeats Robert Cananefax in a decisive match to claim the world billiards title. Final score 169 to 148 as the Seased Wire reports from St Louis on September 6.

Alfred de Oro United Press ST. Louis Robert Cananefax

Douglas Grant Defeats Jack Neville in California Championship

United Press wire report states Douglas Grant defeated Jack Neville yesterday in the California golf championship semi final at Monte Del. Paving phenomenal golf by Grant and Neville’s strong play marked the notable semifinal match.

United Prem Monte Sept Louelas Grant Jack Neville

Brilliant Ehmke falters as Tigers hope fades in spring

Detroit fans recall Howard Ehmke once pegged as an ironman pitcher with blazing speed and sharp curves. Despite early seven inning strength he struggles late, with records showing a 7 inning tendency and rising runs in final frames. Analysts debate whether overconfidence youth or mental factors drive the slump.

Howard Ehmke Detroit Ehmke Mike Tigers George Mullin Wild B. Donovan Elmke Hughie Jennings Hughie Navin Park

Ross Wins in Hawaii Sets World Half Mile Record

Norman Ross becomes holder of the world half mile swimming record with an 11.27 time at the Honolulu carnival, surpassing Lady Langer. Duke Kahanamoku won the natlogy 100 yard championship in 54 seconds, while Misa Claire Galligan of New York claimed the quarter mile title. Dorothy Burns of Los Angeles was second and Frances Cowells of San Francisco third in the event. Burns also won the 60 yard dash.

San Francisco Norman Ross Honolulu Ross Lady Langer Duke Kabanamoku Misa Claire Galligan New York Missa Dorothy Burns Los Angeles Frances Cowells Misa Burns

Browns Players Sue Owner for 50000 Damages

Shortstop Levan and Second Baseman Pratt of the Browns sue club president P. D. Pall for 50000 each. They claim an interview in a St Louis paper contained slanderous statements charging them with unfaithfulness and poor play. Wall denies the charges. Richie Mitchell, a lightweight contender, had nasal surgery recently for breathing trouble.

United Prere St, Louis Levan Pratt Browns Ault Agameat P Wall Richie Mitchell Mitchell

Futurity at Belmont Faces Rainy Track Caper

The Futurity for two year olds at Belmont is the richest race of the season aside from the Hopeful stakes. Papp starts as favorite on a muddy track after heavy rain at Saratoga. The Sam mies in France plan daily 1000 word briefings for the World Series coverage.

Ty United Press New York Aaratoga Track Belmont Track Papp

White Sox Stars Drive Toward .300 Batting Promise

Chicago’s Joe Jackson and Eddie Collins push toward the .300 mark as Jackson nears .292 and Collins .281 in latest averages. Ty Cobb leads NL hitters with .385 while Satchel Paige, no, the report notes others like George Sisler and Tris Speaker in the high averages. Pitching leaders show Sallee with 17 wins and five defeats, with other key pitchers listed across the majors.

H.C. Hamilton New York White Sox Joe Jackson Eddie Collins Chicago Jackson Collins Ty Codb Pigurea George Sisler Speaker Hader Boston Roth Felsach Russell Lewis Chapman Cleveland Veach Detroit Bodle Philadelphia Rice Washington McInnis Eddie Rousch Hornaby St. Louis Groh Cincinnati Kauff Wheat Brooklyn Wilhoit Fischer Pittsburg Burns Carey Cruloe St. Louisa Klepfer

Tough Tussle Slated in Shipbuilders Race

Duthie and the Skinner Eddy teams of the Shipbuilders league were set for a hot fracas this afternoon at 15th and Jefferson park. Half a game separates them in the pennant race. Ames and the Dry Dockers also meet.

Duthie Skinner & Eddy Shipbuilders’ League Jefferson Park Ames Dry Dockers

Fourth Social Dance at Leech Park Pavilion

Social event at Leech Park Pavilion on a Saturday evening Sept under Seattle Lodge No. 51 Knights of Pythias. Music by the Band Ticketa and Extra Lady 2fe advertised as the evening program.

Leech Park Pavillion Seattle Lodge Knights of Pythias Ticketa

Sample Pack Offered For Digestive Ailments By Bellingham Co

Advertisement notes heart burn gas belching and fullness after meals in two minutes. Mentions free sample package from The Bellingham Chemical Co of Bellingham Washington and advises asking your druggist if unavailable.

THE Bellingham Chemical CO Bellingham, Wash

Minor Leagues Bow Before Ball Storm

The United Press reports growing strain on minor leagues as war demands and dwindling crowds shrink schedules and threaten seasons. The Pacific Coast, International, and other circuits face declines, with Toronto and Montreal noted as strong minor league hubs. Ed Barrow remains optimistic, urging coordinated league action to weather the war impact.

United Press WEW York France Pacific Coast League San Francisco International League Federal League The International Canada Toronto Montreal Ed Barrow Barrow

Baseball Standings Overview With Results By League

National League show New York, Philadelphia, St Louis and Brooklyn leading with varied win totals. American League leaders include Boston, Cleveland and New York with mixed results. Coast League shows Los Angeles and Portland in top spots with other clubs competing.

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Music and Dancing Dinner at Hotel Butler Ad

Refined atmosphere and menu aligned with your pocketbook promise an affordable dining and dancing experience at the Hotel Butler. Wedding of mood and value in one stylish evening presented as an advertisement.

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