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Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1917

Page

9

Greb Looms as Gibbons Opponent in boxing scene

Ed Still highlights ARRY GREB as the leading middleweight rival to Mike Gibbons, noting Greb’s dominance and the lack of a compelling challenger. George Ingle returns from San Francisco, Rivers-Pinkman plans, and Miss Elizabeth Tucker manages Frankie Tucker in a Dreamland bout with Chet Neff. A Victoria trip for a Chet Neff Joe Bayley bout is discussed.

Victoria Chet Neff Joe Bayley British Columbia

Infield Showdown Near World Series Start

Analysis compares the Giants and White Sox infield strength with Herzog possibly sidelined. Zimmerman or Lobert may fill second base for the Giants while White Sox fielders Gandil, Collins, and Risberg provide steady defense. Overall, if Herzog plays Chicago holds a slight edge. if not, the White Sox appear stronger in the series prospects.

Giants White Sox Herzog Zimmerman Lobert J. Smith McGraw Baneman Gandil Holke Indians Pletcher Collins Young Risberg Weaver Gveat Groh Gardner Chicago

Giants and Yankees Consider Shortened Schedule in pennant chase

New York reports two days may be shaved from the major league pennant races as the Giants seek to finish October 4 and the Yankees discuss ending the season next Saturday in a double header. Phillies may also move final game into a double header with the Giants.

New York Giants New York Yankees White Sox Phillies Philadelphia Clarence Rowland Rob Russell Boston Williams Rowland Danforth Williams

Music and Dancing Dinner at Hotel Butler Ad

Advert shows refined atmosphere and dining at Hotel Butler with music and dancing. It emphasizes affordability and pocketbook friendly options for guests seeking entertaining evenings.

Meney

Browns Chief Phil Ball Views White Sox World Series Hope

Phil D. Ball president of the St Louis Browns visits Seattle between trains and discusses drafting Byron Houck with Fielder Jones leading. He comments Branch Rickey’s departure hurting deals but backs Bobby Quinn, predicts the White Sox will win the next World Series and praises Welder Jones as a strong leader.

Phil D. Ball The St Louis Browns Seattle Byron Houck Ball Fielder Jones Branch Rickey Bobby Quinn White Sox Jonea Hedges Park St. Louis Welder Jones Fielder

Joe Jackson Granted Army Exemption for Dependence

Chicago September 26 Joe Jackson White Sox outfielder has been granted exemption from the national army due to having a dependent wife.

Joe Jackson National Army Chicago White Sox

Kid Herman Out of Shape Cancels Bout in San Jose

San Francisco dispatch reports Kid Herman cannot fight due to poor condition and cancels his scheduled Thursday night bout with Frank Barreau in San Jose. Barreau remains ready to fight and no new date is announced.

Kid Herman San Francesco Frank Barreau San Jose

Herman Offers U S Business Proposition to Uncle Sam

Bantamweight champion Pete Herman who must report for army duty on November 15 plans a bid to gain exemption by proposing to donate half of his ring earnings to the Red Cross during World War I. He travels from Philadelphia to New Orleans to approach his local draft board.

United Press Philadelphia Pete Herman National Army Sam Herman New Orleans Red Cross

Sailor Laddies to Mix in Ball Melee at UW Station

A baseball game between the sailors of the University of Washington training station and the Bremerton lads is part of Wednesday's sport carnival at the UW station. A rowing race and other events are on the program. No admission charge, and a large crowd is urged to attend.

U. of W Hremerton

First Woman Boxer Manager Takes Ring in Dreamland Card

In Seattle tonight Elizabeth Tucker, managing her brother Frankie, leads a four round bout against Chet Neff at Dreamland at 8 30 p m The card includes Jimmy Lewis vs Charlie May Bert Forbes vs Joe Gorman Joe Hill vs Johnny Moore Frank Pete vs Charley Davidson and Lonnie Austin as third man in the ring The piece notes debate over a woman as boxing manager and the manager’s aim to train a future heavyweight champion while earning money for street kids in need.

Chet Neff Elizabeth Tucker Frankie Dreamland Chet Noff Frankie Tucker Jimmy Lewis Charlie May Bert Forbes Joe Gorman Johnny Moore Joe Hill Frank Pete Charley Davidson Seattle Elizabeth Tucker Wies Lonnie Austin Frisco Austin Salt Bud Ridley California

Rube Pressler Joins Cincinnati Ball Crew

Rube Pressler, southpaw pitcher drafted from Atlanta, reported to the Reds yesterday in Cincinnati. He likely will pitch against Boston today and be eligible for the Cincinnati Cleveland series.

Cincinnati Rube Pressler Atlanta Reds Boston

Weaver and McMullin Cleared in Roxbury Court

George Weaver and Fred McMullin of the Chicago White Sox appeared in Roxbury court where the assault charge against Augistine K. McNally of Norwood was dismissed for lack of prosecution. The incident reportedly occurred at Fenway Park.

Boston George Weaver Fred McMullin Chicago White Sox Roxbury Augustine K. McNally Norwood Fenway Park

Gunner Smith Trains for Fight in Frisco

Juhboat Smith began training today at San Rafael for a four round bout with Jack Dempsey in San Francisco on October 2. He expects to weigh 178 pounds while Dempsey is likely to scale 190.

George Ingle San Francisco George Ray Campbell Campbell Wilson Ray Bay City Gunner Smith Frisco Juhboat Smith San Rafael Jack Dempsey Dempsey

Star Want Ads Find You a New Home

Local classified notice promotes Star Want Ads as a path to locating a new residence. It emphasizes quick results and broad reach for readers seeking housing options.

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