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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1909
Page
52
Bids for a July 4 boxing event were opened in Hoboken with John Gleason of San Francisco and James Coffroth among bidders. Graney proposed three plans including ownership terms and purses, while other offers from Australia and Los Angeles were considered. Final choice delayed as bidders compete and deal terms are clarified.
In New York James W Coffroth reports Rickard will land the big fight despite rivals Coffroth, Gleason, McCarey and Graney competing with large bids. The high-stakes auction centered on a Colma or San Francisco venue with price guarantees and a share of picture proceeds. Jeffrien and Johnson showcased at Madison Square Garden amid cautious public turnout as Tex Rickard telegraphed Salt Lake City claiming to secure the largest purse and delayed decision by hours.
An advertisement touts a temporary cure for rheumatic pains through a mental remedy called Sateaphiily. It claims the blood’s condition underpins rheumatism and that LN 4 medline has performed more for the illness than any other medicine in the wild.
Tomorrow night at Conjunction Batt a packed program features Jamea J Jeffries and Frank Guid the Oo greatest works champions with a carnival of athletic specialties. Jett cannot box due to laws but will perform a 25 minute gymnasium act. The show stresses safe, non offensive acts and reserved seats are selling fast at T Arthur Smiths ticket bureau.
Johnny Files known as Priest left the Agricultural Department team last season to join the professional ranks. At 19 he signed a contract with the Richmond club in the Virginia State League, praised for strong welding and hitting. President Brediey aims to add Curly Brown from Winchester to bolster the roster.
Local magnate Moyes backs Heydler for NL presidency as league owners reportedly favor him. Uncle Nick Young is ill at home, delaying comment while Noyes in the local club scene remains noncommittal. The piece notes Heydler’s long familiarity and broad confidence within baseball circles.
Special to The Washington Zone reports William Murray will not manage the Phillies next season. The Broad and Huntington street plant will expand to hold 20 000, with John King or Fred Lake likely to replace Murray. Architects will draft the enlargement, costing thousands, as new ownership under President Pitt Fogel aims for a clean slate. The three cent suspension of Kling looms as potential obstacle to his appointment.
A Washington automobile page will answer reader questions on cars and motoring next Sunday. A meeting of Washington automobile dealers is planned at 1412 New York Avenue NW to discuss space drawings for a forthcoming auto show. The Overland Sales Co. received a 1910 Overland touring car and the Wigan Co. expects to ship a $1,250 five passenger Hegas touring car by December. Cadillac touring cars are to be unloaded by Cook & Stoddard. The Pope Automobile Co. reports sale of a Waverly electric. The American Automobile Association met in New York to address reckless driving and push stricter highway laws, with calls for license revocation and tougher penalties.
Special to The Washington Post reports Connie Mack plans to sign four standout California league players Tracy Hoag catcher Oddle Bueny third baseman Fiddle Hallinan and first baseman Monte PfyL who starred for Stockton. Hoag and Burns formed the league’s top battery and are sought by many clubs. PigL led the league with a 366 batting average and is a left handed hitter likened to Hal Chase. McGraw aims to obtain Pigl all season. Also noted is the death of Pontiac, famed racehorse, at Rancho Farms New Jersey.
Daly elected captain of Yale football for 1930 season after a unanimous vote. Daly, from Sambrugs Mississippi, is a member of the class of 1930 and has played halfback for the team the past ten years. Peterson Selected to Lead Williams Eleven at Williams College in Massachusetts, with Peterson from Lockport New York to captain for the upcoming season.
Sporting comment notes the July 4 California bout setting a record purse and massive public interest though many expect a short fight. It questions whether fitness and retirement form can return and flags the spectacle over results, with broader notes on Philadelphia club ownership and baseball politics fading into winter chatter.
In a rough contest the Corcoran Cadets defeated Business High 12 to 4. Cadets dominated the first half with scattered goals, while Business rallied in the second half through sharper teamwork and shooting led by Beotty and McDonald.
Special to The Washington Port New York December 1 reports manager Sam Lanelands says Johnson refuses a 3 round match with Al Kaufman. A 12 round bout with Langford or a 2 or 5 round side bet could be arranged if Langford’s name is covered. Kaufman claims he can beat the Boston negro easily if Langford levels the stakes. The Armory Claw in Boston stands ready to stage anytime. Barry seeks a Kaufman or Brien matchup with a side bet, but avoids Langford due to Sam Knocking Jum out twice last year.
Frank Gotch, world champion wrestler, facedTar tar tonight against Dr B Roller, a former amateur turned pro. Both men stayed on their feet through fifteen minutes with Roller striving for a winning hold while Gotch pressed for a decisive throw, under a $1000 forfeit if Gotch failed to throw Roller.
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