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The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17

Nose LaFontisse, which one of the
six in the ring was he fighting?
THE guy in the CENTER" replied
Nose.
Wade failed Opie when they started
to mix. While Opie kept on fighting,
his mind vas a blank. He had to be
pulled to his corner at the end of a
round and showed out when one began.
In the fifth, Opie knocked Wade
down for a count Of eight. At the end
of the scheduled eight rounds, it was
decided to have the men go an extra
round to determine the winner. Wade
was given the decision.
Heard Result Much Later
Opie dressed under his own power
and accompanied La FontisSe up town
in a hack. The pair went to Rippe's
restaurant on Broadway and devoured
a pair of steaks.
After the meal, Opie emerged from
his stupor and inquired, Who won the
fight?"
La Fontisse thought Opie's strange
manner was a result from losing.
Don't you know who won?" Nose
inquired.
THE last thing I remember" said
Howard, was when I asked you which
of the six guys I should hit"
Nose then told Opie the story of the
fight he participated in from the third
round to its end.
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17
FOUGHT SIX ROUNDS IN DAZE

This is the tale of a boxer who was
knocked down in the third round,
fought six more rounds, dressed, ate
a steak dinner-and was "out" from
the time of the third round knock
down until an hour after the fight.
Howard Opie, Butte lightweight, and
Jack Wade, lightweight. champion OF
Utah and Montana, fought at the Nine
Mile, in the early 1900's. Charley Clark
paid both men $500. It was a private
scrap. Not more than so people wit
messed the bout.
In the third round Opie was knocked
to the floor. He got up at the count
of eight. There was no padding on the
floor. There were no ropes, the spec
tators forming an enclosure. Opie was
groggy from the punch and fall, but
his youth, condition and fighting in
stinct prompted him to get up. When
he did, he confessed to seeing five or
six Jack Wades in the ring. He ran to
his corner and asked his chief second,
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17
PRODUCTS
PRICES BETTER
MEAT, ANIMALS, POULTRY AND
EGGS ARE Uf; GRAIN AND
HAY OFF

Montana farmers received higher
prices for meat animals, poultry
and eggs but lower prices for
grains, hay, potatoes and fruit in
the month ended Aug. Is, COM
pared with a month earlier, .
price survey by Jay G.. Diamond,
agricultural statistician for the bu-
reau Of agricultural economics,
Montana Aug. IS prices, however,
as compared with those on Jan. Is.
still retained most of the gains re-
corded during the spring and early
summer months of this year." Dia-
mond said.
THE declines in case of grains, hay
potatoes and fruits reflect the larger
1887 harvest now moving to markets.
In Ease Of livestock, the outlook for
smaller fall and early winter market
supplies of cattle and sheep compared
with those Of a year earlier has
strengthened prices"
In no recent year has the demand
in Montana for feeder cattle and lambs
atively short supplies have found feeder
buyers bidding up prices to the best
levels of recent years, Diamond said.
Divergent price movement of the
different farm commodities from the
July level as indicated by the changes
in price index numbers are:
Grain, down 20 points; cotton and
cottonseed, down 16 points; fruit, down
% points; truck crops, up eight points;
meat animals, up seven points; dairy
products, up three points; chickens and
eggs, up seven points, and miscellan-
eouS farm products, up Is points.
On Aug. Is this year Montana far
mers were receiving Sill per bushel
for spring wheat as compared with
81 "a in July and 81. % a year ago, the
report said. Winter wheat prices for
August were Sc cents per bushel COM
pared with $1.16 last month and $1.13
a year ago.
Milk cows were bringing an average
of SIS per head this August compared
with SAL last year. Horses averaged
$50 per head or 50 a head more than
last year. Potatoes, at 81 per bushel
this August, were go cents lower than
one year ago.
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17
DENTISTS

A midnight foot race, for a side bet
of 500, witnessed by hundreds, who
didn't know what it was all about, oc-
CURED in Butte 40 years ago this
street, from Main to Dakota. The run
ners were professional men, dentists,
Drs. F. A. Ironside and G. Brown.
Both doctors officed in the Shadair
block. Both had been fleet Of foot on
college track teams. Ten seconds for
100 yards was a record both claimed.
For months they talked of having a
serious about the event.
One Saturday night, the two dentists
and a number of friends were gathered
at Joe Clafke's saloon. The dentists
were kidding about testing each others
skill. Someone proposed that they
settle the matter then and there. It
was midnight. Someone else proposed
that there should be bets and that the
bets should be substantial but confined
to the two dentists.
Midnight Race on Park Street
DR.. Ironside peeled off a 500 bill.
DR.. Brown stepped across the street
to his office, and tapped his safe for
a century note. T. j. Walker was stake
holder and starter. Walker borrowed
an old As caliber revolver from Joe
Clafke. Two men stationed themselves
al U1lC O111C1 VI Z oil d41O OdhOGd d1lO
stretched a tape from sidewalk to side
walk after the race signal exploded.
The report Of the revolver caused a
run for cover on the part Of bystanders
near the starting point. Pedestrians
for a block or more, hearing the noise
and seeing two men stripped of coats
and vests, running in the center of
Park street, became curious and ex-
cited.
Starter Arrested
Jack Lavelle, chief of police, who was
playing poker in the back room of
Clafke's drink emporium, threw down
a busted flush and dashed out on the
street, packing a Colts As and tried
to find the of the gun explosion.
He found himself directing traffickers
to on.
DR.. Ironside won the ace by a scant
margin. AS the two running dentists
walked from the Symons corner back
to Clafke's. Chief Lavelle halted them
and asked why they were coatless and
vestless. They explained that they had
just run a foot race. They admitted
that the race signal was from a dis
charge of a revolver. And, un%wittingly,
told the chief who the gun shooting
starter was. Lavelle arrested Walker
who put up the 5000 bet as bond. The
charge against Walker was creating a
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17
PIONEER OF TWILIGHT BALL

The late Russ Hall who a a home
plate" funeral service at Los Angeles
a few weeks ago, is well remembered
Hall managed the Butte team Of the
Pacific Northwest league in 1907.
Russ developed Indian Jack Meyers,
who moved from the P. N. league to the
St. Paul club, thence to the New York
Giants, where he put in many a CAM
paign for John McGraw.
Twilight league baseball was intro
duced in Montana BY Hall; Prior to
a Tacoma team in the same league.
When patronage wasn't Forthcoming in
the afternoons, in the coast town, Hall
switched to night baseball. The at
tendance improved.
idea Slow to Take Here
Halls Butte team got off to a bad
start and the gate was thin for a few
problem was to follow the Tacoma twi-
light prescription. Fol some reason,
Butte fans wouldn't bolt their dinners
and rush to the ball park. The games
were switched to afternoons again.
Several years after Hall left the Butte
camp, city leagues went in for twilight
baseball. The Mines league also went
the same route. In recent times, more
ball games have been played in Butte
at night than afternoons.
And Russ Hall was the man who in
troduced twilight baseball in this state.
Hall happened to be in Butte a dozen
or more years ago when an old-time
ball player "a being buried. At the
time, Russ told friends that when the
great umpire got around to calling him
"out," he would like nothing better than
to have his funeral service conducted
from home plate of some baseball park.
The idea stuck with him, and his last
request was for such a ceremony.
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17
- Montana
- Sports Tales
w of other days
of other daus

There was a boxing show staged in
Butte on the night Of June 10, 1921.
The winner of the main event was also
a loser; a youngster and an oldster
made debuts; a semi-windup lad stole
the show; a ring veteran hung up his
gloves, and the show announcer was
destined for nationwide prominence.
Earl France and Clonnie TAFT fought
in the main event. The bout went Is
rounds, France getting the nod after
q close fight. The men were light
weights. TAFT, the loser, took down
5 $1,000 while France, who gambled on
a percentage basis, found himself the
owner of less than 500. The show
To get TAFT to fight, France agreed
that his opponent should be paid a
grand; that in the prelimS all the
money remaining, would be divided
as follows: Ninety percent to France
and 10 percent to the Legion.
Walter Rooney, Butte lightweight,
made his pro debut. He O. from Bill
Urem. Walter blossomed into a pretty
good scrapper.
Doc Flynn, ring veteran, made
his bow in a new role. He per-
formed as third man in the ring.
Billy Urem, who lost to Rooney,
announced after the brawl was
v hat he "a through for good.
Ray Rose with Billy Rail, bantamS,
held the semi-windup place or the
card. Rose stole the show. Rose knocked
Rail dow five times in a round and
one-half. His sequence of knockdowns
was stopped when Rails seconds threw
in the sponge.
Frank Walker was the announcer.
At that time the Butte lawyer
wasn't a resident of New York
City; was not treasurer of the ma
tiOnal democratic committee; was
not one of the country's leading
show magnates, and wasn't CO.
ordinator of President RoOsevelt's
alphabetical units.
Cyril Kohn, Butte patrolman now,
but who was a fistic performer in 1882,
wa introduced just before France and
TAFT began their Is round act. Cyril
challenged any heavyweight in the
world. Jack Dempsey was not excluded.
Tally Johns, who one time was
light enough to be a feather, and
fast as creased lightning in the
ring, challenged the winner Of the
main event. Tally was a flashy lad
in 1914.
Paddy OHern ex-lightweight, who
was fighting in Montana rings in 1913
IA, refereed the Rose-Rail bout.
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17

small panic by shooting a weapon on
a busy corner
The purchase of a round of drinks
by DR.. Ironside and a promise that no
further interruption in the chiefs card
game would occur, caused the officer
to turn back the 5000. Walker was re-
leased after he was given a sermon
by the chief.
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17
TO DISCUSS WATER

representatives Of Montana and Wyoming,
acting under the provisions Of a measure en-
acted by the last congress, soon will meet to
discuss terms of a possible compact to cover
the waters of Yellowstone river and its trib-
utaries and of the Little Missouri, which
flows through both states. State Engineers
J. 8. James of Montana and John Quinn of
Wyoming, discussing the matter informally
at Helena. expressed the belief that an inter-
state agreement would deal primarily with
general principles rather thar specific al
locations Of water.
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17

Certain varieties Of tomatoes contain
SO percent more vitamin G than others,
It IS found.
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17

Judges determine good wine by means
of the triple test: appearance, smell
and taste.
The Hardin tribune-herald. [volume] (Hardin, Mont.) 1925-1973, 1937-09-17

That the best seeding date or winter wheat in the northern dryland area Of
Montana is between Sept 20 and Oct $ is Illustrated in the chart shown
Montana agricultural experiment station, the chart shows the average yields
supported by agronomc observations supplemenhng the chart, Mr.. Bell says
to come u p in the fall several times, and the later date seedlings neve, emerged
until spring.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-10-16
Football Season Reaches Its Prime
By DAN PARKER

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The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-10-16
WINNER
 OVER TARELLO
Slam.Bang Bout Winds Up Fine Program at Buck.
 inghanl Hall

For hard-packed action, slam bang knock down and drag compe- tition, last nights amateur boxing show at Buckingham Hall fitted Into 0 section all by itself. Tn the main bout, which featured two knockdowns in the final round, Freddy Pease of Willimantic, who was stopped Thursday night by Un- known Morgan, came back to out- point Nick Tarello of Hartford, one Of the state'S hardest hitters. Each boxer had the other on the floor in the third heat, while PeaSe won the second by quite c wide margin,
 Tommy Ciarlo outpointed and outpunched left-handed Joe Polo- witSer of Windsor Locks in e live- ly-Semi-final. Strong and steady right hand shot to the visitors chin won the bout for Ciarlo is easy fashion. Christ drudzlnski of this city punched out c decision over smiling Maxie Berger of Williman- tic bvt the customers went for the loser in a big way, due to his Su- pcr-politeness and willingness to get off the floor Dula Kovach of Naugatuck stopped Win Doyle, Q scared- looking 200 pounder with e few hard smacks to the head and face. Larry Storm and Chick Gale, both of Waterbury wound Up ali even in Q hardy "science to the winds" bout that saw swinging from the heels, much missing and some connecting that had both boys in trouble within the three round It. nit.
 A much better attendance that a week ago turned out some $50 pay ing customers showing Up on time for the first of the ten bout pro- gram. Other decisions:
 Tony Andreas, i54, New London, decisioned Eddie Germonte, l66, New Britain; Chiofl Harris, l3l, New Britain, decisioned Tommy Tucker, l28, Waterbury: Bob Ha- vens, i53, New London, decisioned Joe Fentz, i49, Windsor Locks; Bob- by Riley, l22, Hartford, stopped Pat Cox, l24, New Britain, 2:2l sec- onds; Chick Gale, l54, Waterbury, drew with Larry Strom, i56, Water bury; Art Gagnon, l36, Willimantic, stopped Little Caesar, l35, Hartford, 1:10, third.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-10-16
YANKEES SET .LAzzERI FREE
 TO TAKE POST
Vet of Worlds Champs to Be Probable Major
 League Manager

New York, October 16. - (Up) - Unconditional release by the New York Yankees left Tony Lazzeri free today to accept c managerial or coaching position with e major league club.
 Lazzeri, Yankee second baseman for the last l2 campaigns and hero of the 1887 World Series, said he wanted a managerial berth several weeks before the season ended. At the close of the series he announced that he was through as Q player.
 His release by owner Jacob Rup- pert came as 0 surprise, however, because Che 33-year-old Italian had paced the World Series batsmen with Q mark of 400. The Yankee office made public Q letter sent by Ruppert which said in part:
 My dear Tony: We have re. ceived word from 0 reliable source that you have @ chance to sign with a major league club either as coach or assistant manager. With this In mind the New York club is hereby granting you your unconditional re- lease. All American and National League clubs have waived claim tG your playing services. While we are taking this step with keen regret, we are doing 1t in keeping with the promise we made to you some time ago in appreciation of your long and faithful service. Please belieV that the best wishes of the Yankee organization and myself will follow you.
 Sincerely yours, Jacob Ruppert.
 Lazzeri has been mentioned as Q successor to Steve O'Neill ct Cleve- land. The managers job of the Bos. ton Bees Is open following Bill Mo. Kechnie's transfer to Cincinnati, and St. Louis still is undecided about keeping Jim Bottomly, who suc- ceeded Rogers Hornsby. But the Yankee office refused to say what club seeks Tony.
 "Poosh- -Em-Up" Tony made hh first appearance in organized base. ball ct Salt Lake City in 1922, and came to the Yankees ct the close ot the 1925 season. Almost immediate iy he became the accepted leader os the New York inEeld, and helped tho club to win six pennants of the New York inheld, and helped the club to win six pennants and five world championships. His best year was in 1929 when he hit .364. Ts lifetime batting average was .207 until last spring, but he slumped to PAP this year. His release leaves Lou Gehrig and Bill Dickey the last members ot the great Yankee teams managed by Miller Huggins in the late 20's.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-10-16

Atlanta, Gla., Oct. l6.-Up)-If Georgia Tech defeats Duke today in the south's most important football game Q homely pair of barbers' scissors and bald head will have to be given the major credit. Be- cause on yesterday, after final prac- tice, Coach William A. Alexander of Tech clipped all the hair from his head in an effort to break jinx which has pursued his team for years--namely, an inability to kick points after touchdown.
 Ever since Alexander started coaching ct Tech, way back in 1920, the Yellowjackets have dropped Q game or so each season because they couldn't get that extra point. Asked why he had adopted such c severe measure, the coach answered.
 Because I have tried everything else without success. Besides, time may prove that l have hit upon Q great football truth. I have known of many teams who missed the ex- tra point who were coached by men with long hair. Therefore, 1t is not
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-10-16
BOROUGH GEMS IN TOUGH TEST WITH STAMFORD
Professional Grid Stars to Clash in Borough To.
 morrow; Good Prelim

Football fans of Naugatuck and throughout the valley are anXlously awaiting the opening whistle as the classy Naugatuck Gems meet the Stamford Pros on the Recreation field in the Rubber Town at 2:30 o'clock Sunday afternoon.
 The Ramblers, another Naugatuck team, made up of ex-high school players will play the Twentieth Gen. tury Club of Waterbury, in the first game starting at 100 D. m. sharp. This will be the first double header staged in the borough in quite sometime. No doubt many fans will be on hand to see the games.
 "Albie" Booth, famous Yale star whose thrilling runs and kicks dee lighted the many fans who saw him In action in the bowl few years ago, will referee both games. Ray" Foley, former Catholic university luminary will assist him as umpire and Johnny Cluney, popular sports editor of the Waterbury Democrat will act as headlinesman.
 The Gems will wear their new jerseys and helmets on Sunday for the first time this season and no doubt they win make Q big hit with the spectators. The jerseys are solid dark orange of 0 jockey satin finish with six inch numbers back and front. They will also wear their new helmets which are reputed as the latest thing In football pro- lection.
 Judge Joseph Talbot announced immediately after Q consultation with Coach Eddie Leary and Stu Clancy at the conclusion of the final practice last night that the team was In excellent physical condition and ready for the opening gun.
 A banner crowd is expected to witt ness the two games and prepara- tions have been made to handle the largest crowd Of the season.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-10-16
Connecticut Football
 Briefs
(BY UNITED PREss)

Trinity colleges football team, undefeated and united, placed its record in Jeopardy today as 1t squared off against Hobart college at Hartford.
 Hobart was the only team to de- feat Trinity Q year ago, 20 to 0, and Coach Dan Jessee's men were ach- ing for revenge. The Connecticut team was ct top effectiveness for the battle.
 Wesleyan, whose only defeat came ct the hands of Bowdoin, 13 to o, entertained Haverford college ct Middletown. The local team was favored.
 Connecticut State invaded W. cester, Mass, for Q tussle with Wor- cester Tech. the Storrs team was given the nod.
 The U. 8. Coast Guard Academy eleven met Norwich university at Northfield, Vt.
 Arnold college of New Haven journeyed to Orono, Me, to battle Maine university.
 New Britain Teachers college and Hyannis played a night game last night an tied, 6 to 6.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-10-16
WILEY SQUAD AT
 BOROUGH TODAY

Naugatuck, Oct. 1e-Coach Peter J. Foley's Naugatuck high footbal, team Is all set for It's game this af- ternoon at 2:30 against the Wilby high eleven of Waterbury. ThS team, after two straight defeats, b determined to upset the dope and trim the strong Waterbury outfit which held Arsonia to 0 one-touch- down margin last week.
 The main problem of Coach Foley seems to be with the spirit of the players. Last week against Derby 0 tumble early in the game led to Derby scoring It's first touchdown after that the Garnet played rather listlessly.
 However, players on the team be. lieve they will be able to surprise the Wilby outfit. The NaugatucR eleven has yet to fulfil the promise showed in It's first game of the sea. son against Gilbert high.
 A large attendance Is expected a, the annual game, and there hal always been keen rivalry between the two schools.