Murphy Returns to Salt Lake in Coast League Talks
President Frank S. Murphy of the Salt Lake baseball club returns from the San Francisco convention where the Pacific Coast league schedule for next year was framed. Murphy predicts a fast, popular season with star signings like Frank Chance, notes Portland's baseball revival, and discusses improvements to Municipal Park to ensure a strong opening April 4.
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Feelera
Frank Chance
Los Angeles
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Bob Tenpant
AU Safortle Park
Galt Lake
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Willard Moran Offer 15000 For Ten Round Bout In New York
Promoters offer Jess Willard and Frank Moran a 15000 purse for a ten round no decision bout set for Friday March 2 in New York. Talks hinge on signed agreements with Willard’s manager Jones and backing from Tex Rickard. Reports indicate Willard would receive 30000 plus 61 percent of receipts. Moran 15000 with a 5000 bonus if conditions are met, with $5000 forfeiture upon failure to sign. Articles of agreement expected to Chicago for Willard’s approval as talks proceed.
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Tex Rickard
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Lagrent
Willard-Moran
Frank Guteh
Joe Stovher
America
Old quarrel and boxing plans stir baseball figures
Connie Mack backs Jack Lapp in a controversial deal as promoter Rickard reveals plans for a Willard Moran bout and a high prize wrestling match. The piece notes possible car barn sites, proposed guarantees from 10 to 100 dollars, and regulatory hurdles under state law for the events.
Tooele Girls Hoop Team Seeks State Title Clash
Tooele’s girls basketball squad meets Jordan High’s Lady Bombers tomorrow as they pursue the state feminine championship. Lineup includes Otelia Shields Violet Shields Maylus Mab Yet Katherine Miller and Man Evans with Anderson Croft Idee Fenton and Waerten on roster. The Tooele team will also host a freshmen game against the University of Utah tomorrow following last year’s 21 to 14 loss and hopes to reverse the result.
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Ett Quant
Man Evans
Tooele Highackoo
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Packers
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Fenton
Waerten
Nelson tops Canadian long jump ski record at 126 feet
During practice at Teevelutoke In British Columbia on January 1 Nela Nelson jumped 126 feet setting a new Canadian record two feet beyond the previous mark.
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Teevelutoke
B.C
Nela ‘Nelson
Champion Billiardist Leads Series in Boston
Alfred Deere worlds champion three cushion billiards leads Lloyd Jevans of Los Angeles at the end of the first block for the title. Deere scored 25 points to his opponent's 46 in the block. The second and third blocks will be played tomorrow and Friday.
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Alfred Deere
Bil Mardlet
Lloyd Jevans
Los Angeles
Mnich
Pritey
Stingatee Bush Ranger Ad Ventures Feature
Reprinted in Isis today, a playful scene centers on Stingatee the Bush ranger in a string of humorous ads. A children’s dialogue from Mabel questions missionary beliefs with a mother offering gentle, cautionary responses about cannibals and heaven.
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Isis
Lightweight Bout Looms Tomorrow in Salt Lake
In Salt Lake City on January 13, training sessions for lightweight contenders Prackle Callahan and Ralph Gruman drew packed crowds at 48 West Second South. Both fighters impressed managers with spirited workouts, Callahan sparking crowds with a sharp display and Gruman claiming a stronger pace, as fans debated potential outcomes without consensus.
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Ralph Gruman
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New York
Tom Crawford
Crawford
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Manhattan
Graman
Proceedings in the police court reveal varied sentences
In a police court session James Murray confessed to a head wound and nerves worsened by liquor after a collision on Twenty Fifth Street, receiving five days’ jail. Minor P T McDonough faced a ten dollar fine or ten days. Several intoxicated men awaiting trains were given suspended sentences. David Van Cleve pled guilty to vagrancy and got ten days. The city v Ray Drowney case was continued to Friday. The Hardy cases were dismissed on motion by the city attorney.
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Pollen Court
Lquor
Ie Tell
Dalay
Lower Twenty-fifth Street
Detectiys Grant Byphene
Walter Martin
Foo Myers
Charles Collina
Poth
Io AO
David van Cleve
Ray Drowney
Haumunk
Renee
Hippodrome Week’s Best Vaudeville Bill Opens
Reserve seats for the Hippodrome week’s top vaudeville show praised as one of the best bills since the Alhambra opened. Prices listed as 10c and 20c.
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Alhambra
Senator Promises Job Blocked by Family Ties
A satirical note features a senator refusing a private secretary bid, claiming he gave the post to his son while the narrator jokes about misreading classified ads and government service. The quirky exchange highlights political favoritism and lampooned public notices.
Assessors Issue Market Value Based Property Assessments
County Assessor L Robson orders deputies to assess property at full cash market value under the 1915 law. Plans call for 28 deputies, with 21 in country districts and 7 in the city, aiming to raise valuations and lower levies, though 1916 rates will cap at 1.80 per 100 dollars. Instructions emphasize obtaining statements, recording improvements, and valuing each building separately while listing farm land classes and livestock values.
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Hobson
Utah
Iawa
Partsea
Therroin
Gas & Electric Building
Denver
Colorado
County Assessor Urges Fair Tax Valuations On Property
James J. Rodgon, County Assessor, instructs deputies to assess cattle sheep bees swine and personal property accurately. He warns to verify breed age and size, use last year tax receipts as guide, and keep clear records with correct names and addresses. Emphasizes equal treatment regardless of religion color politics and to stay courteous and vigilant against deception.
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James J. Rodgon
Sophistication remark at Atlantic City dinner sparks toast
Mayor Riddle replied to the toast to the summer girl noting much of the praise centers on worldly sophistication. He hinted the description may be excessive and cautioned against overstatement.
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Riddle
Atlantic City
Summer Beach Kiss Sparks Teasing Response
A summer girl meets a young man by moonlight on the beach. He admits multiple prior kisses, and she retorts that he still has much to learn, highlighting playful innocence and flirtation in a seaside moment.
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