18 Feb 1916
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1916
Page
1
A movement to stage a major middleweight wrestling tournament in Utah aims to prove the true champion. Promoters list European champ Wang Ketonan and other noted wrestlers among potential entrants, with plans to run like York and Orton events and split proceeds to boost local fan access.
New York reports W C Grant five time title holder and A M Mandr former champion advanced to the semifinal round of the national indoor tennis championship. Abraham Daw ford Je nearly toppled by close passing shots from Cornell’s star. George King Columbia champion also moved on. Doubles upset as A I Lavibond and Dr William Rosenbaum defeated Dabney and partners in a rapid exchange of aggressive drives.
Preston sees a hard fought victory as Oneida academy edges Montana Agricultural team 26 to 20 in a tense game. Art Rynearson, ex Utah athlete, starred in guiding Oneida to the upset while Montana Coach Pred Henmons watched a late rally by Oneida seal the win. Crowds celebrated into the night as locals filled the streets.
The body of Tom Seymour, former National League baseball player, was found on a trail from Long Valley west to the mountains. He started from home ten days ago to go to a mine he was interested in. Death was due to exposure. He was 57 years old and had come to Idaho that year.
Kilonis aims to prove his ability by beating Cyclone Workman of Preston at the Grand Thursday and then force Yokel to the mat after a win at the Young Lazar event. The card features Yokel facing Jack Harbertson as the centerpiece in a Utah title claim, with betting and fan interest high. Warhop signs with St Louis.
Contention over the sale of Joe Gedion to the New York Yankees heats up. Clark Griffith backed by Washington and Phillies officials clash as Gedion shifts among Baltimore and Philadelphia talks. The piece recounts offers, grasps, and later regret as critics assign blame for Gedion’s moves and lost opportunity.
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