Crosstown Boxing Notes Show Heavyweight Struggle and Local Prospects
Fulton the Minneapolis heavyweight battled Morris the Oklahoma giant in a hard bout that locals felt Morris could have finished Fulton earlier. The Havana Willard Johnson clash is recalled with Wheeler stating Johnson was not knocked out. Fans eye O Leary, Pinkman and Gibbons as Seattle bouts loom with Sommers Ortega vying for chances on the Pacific Coast circuit.
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Rocky Kansas defeats Red Dolan in ten round decision
In Racine on April 13 Rocky Kansas of Buffalo overpowered Red Dolan to win a ten round bout. Kansas grew stronger as the match progressed and earned the decision over Dolan.
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Spokane County Wild War on All Varmints
Spokane county game commission will launch a spring and summer campaign to rid the county of birds of prey, blamed for the scarcity of songbirds in the area.
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Thirty two Federals Now in the Majors
Thirty two players from the Federal league have secured regular berths in the two major leagues this season. The National League has 23 and the American League nine.
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Giants edge U W in tough baseball tussle at Dugdale Manor
University of Washington baseball club battled Seattle Giants at Dugdale Manor. Lefty Md Klein and Paul Strand pitched for Seattle while Coffman went for U W. Despite limited offense, Seattle won 2 to 0 as Clark Voldt and Vernon Ayaule contributed defense and steals. The squads meet again today and tomorrow.
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High Schools Open Ball Season With Early Matchups
The opening high school baseball schedule features Lincoln vs Franklin, Ballard vs Broadway, and West Seattle vs Queen Anne. Ballard is tipped as top contender with seven returning players and a three year battery duo Merrill and La Fray. Franklin and Lincoln are closely matched with Lincoln slight edge, while Queen Anne is favored over West Seattle.
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Chalk Marks in Gym May Win Him Title
Trainer Jimmie Dunn uses chalk marks on the gym floor to teach Kid Wolfe footwork and defense for the bantamweight title, pursuing the approach that molded Johnny Kilbane. The method places Wolfe’s foot placements and sidesteps precisely, shaping his timing to counter top contenders.
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James May Sues Braves Over Contract Renewal Clause
James May threatens to sue the Seattle based Braves and Boston Nationals alleging a three year contract expired last year and required renewal on the same terms or unconditional release. He argues the Boston club failed to renew under the contract terms.
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Three More Colleges End Intercollegiate Athletics
Whitman college the University of Oregon and Colorado college vote to abolish all intercollegiate sports as the VUS engages in war. Military training replaces athletics at these institutions.
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Brick Eldred Sold to Milwaukee Club Amid Squabble
Giants trade dispute prompts transfer of outfielder Brick Eldred from Seattle to Milwaukee's American Association team. Milwaukee manager Danny Shay seeks resolution with the national commission as the deal stalls over terms and acceptance.
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Spokane Wins Doubleheader Over Oregon Nine
Spokane N W league club defeated the University of Oregon baseball team in Eugene with scores of 13 to 3 and 10 to 0. The games were played yesterday and showcased Spokane strong offense and pitching.
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Two athletes bid for Seattle Giants outfield spot
Standing Goldie and sitting Boldt challenge for a role in Seattle Giants outfield as coaches evaluate performance and fit.
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Coming Mayor Tries Greeting Home Run Baker
In Macon Georgia April 12 a Dublin crowds outing led to a 26 person delegation seeking Home Run Baker. The famed athlete handled the moment with humor before retreating to his room as teammates teased him. Baker’s World Series fame and nickname drew the attention of locals.
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Casey Loses Go in Tacoma As Pinkman Prepares
Harry Casey Seattle welterweight dropped a four round decision to Sammy Good of Sacramento. Al Ross lost to Frank Farmer for the Canadian middleweight title as Wing and Morris staged a lively clash. Eddie Pinkman trains for next Tuesday’s Seattle bout with Johnny O Leary, expressing confidence in facing the rival.
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Sammy Good
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Frank Farmer
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Sammy Morris
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Burns Seeks Six Round Bout With Chet Merntyre in Butte
Butte reports Tommy Burns former heavyweight champion offers to box Chet Melntyre in Butte on a six round route. He would donate a share of proceeds to the Belgian relief fund of the American Red Cross. Burns aims to raise a Canadian American fundraising company and follows Jack Monroe's trench service.
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American Red Croes Society
Big League Results From Yesterday
Yesterday’s major league scores show Philadelphia beating Washington 6 to 2 in Philadelphia. New York lost to Boston 1 to 6 in New York. Detroit defeated Cleveland 2 to 1 in Detroit. Chicago faced St Louis with rain in St Louis and the standings list Chicago and Philadelphia near top.
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Kilbane Targets 20 Round Bout With Freddie Welsh
Johnny Kilbane may fight Freddie Welsh in Cleveland soon with talks to open Saturday between Harry Pollok Welsh's manager and Promoter Matt Hinkel and Kilbane's Jim Dunn. If Cleveland fails to host, Hinkel may move the bout to Cedar Point.
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Leonard Posts Forfeit for World Title Bout
Milwaukee April 14 Benny Leonard the aspirant for the world title posts his $1000 forfeit for weight and appearance in the Auditorium ring with Ritchie Mitchell next Thursday.
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Benny Leonard
Ritchie Mitchell
Bigbee to Take Wife in Eugene After Season
Carson Bigbee of the University of Oregon, now with the Pittsburgh club, has announced his engagement to Grace Bingham daughter of State Senator Bingham of Eugene. The couple met at college and plan to wed when Carson returns after the major league season ends.
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Giants open season with six runs in opener
Navy Robertson paced a big day as the Giants started scoring early, while the Yankees were edged by a port sider. Speaker had three hits in four appearances and Wertman added three in three as the Senators were hit 12 times. Connie Mackle continued revamping his staff by giving three pitchers major league work. The Reds stayed in the 1,000 class as Long snagged McKechnie’s fly.
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Coast Results From Oakland San Francisco Vernon and Portland
Coast results show Oakland and San Francisco at Vernon with scores 4 and 7. Salt Lake and Los Angeles faced rain delaying events.
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Interclass Track Meets Replace Conference Competitions
Track men continue daily workouts at the University of Washington as interclass meets replace previously scheduled intercollegiate conference events this year Vander Veer notes the change will not affect team plans. Students train each evening following the established habit with meets held each Saturday.
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Only 18 Holes Now on Our Golf Links
The Pacific Coast Golf and Motor reports that Oregon and Washington courses now have only 18 holes each with the nineteenth outlawed. The move ends debate over extra holes and standardizes play across the two states.
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War and golf advance in Vancouver Burnaby course to open May 24
Despite the war the Vancouver golf scene continues with Burnaby’s full 18 holes to open May 24. A. E. McKenzie serves as president of the local club.
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Charley Wallgren Victor in Brown & Hulen Three-Cushion Match
Everett cue star Charley Wallgren defeated Johnny Gilroy 35 to 22 in a three cushion billiards tournament at Brown and Hulen's last night. Wallgren wore a soldier suit.
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Billy Mitchie Knocks Out Nelson in Sixth Round Fight
Pete Mitchie of Vancouver knocks out Billy Nelson of Spokane in the sixth round of a ten round bout at the post gymnasium in Vancouver Washington last night.
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Muff Bronson Injured, Out 10 Days for Northwest Title Fight
Portland lightweight Muff Bronson suffers rib injuries in San Francisco workout and will miss action for 10 days. He remains slated to meet Eddie Pinkman for the Northwest lightweight title at Rowe City club on April 24.
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Only 28 Players on Washington Payroll
Washington’s roster confusion leaves 28 players counted on the payroll with only two set to face limits. Manager Griffith must release three men to meet the American League requirement.
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Knights of Columbus Ball Team Seeks More Games
The Knights of Columbus ball team seeks additional games. Contact team manager at the Knights of Columbus clubhouse, East and Harvard, by writing or calling.
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