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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1919
Page
4
In Sacramento the Rainiers were blanked 3 to 0 by the Senators. Seattle offense struggled while the Senators pitcher struck out eight. Seattle’s third baseman starred with three stolen bases and two runs saved by strong defense.
A sharp shooter broke a local trap record at the Tulare Hod and Gun Club as the California Nevada prep season preparations continued. The marksman hit 900 targets straight, establishing a new record for the grounds.
Edward of the Pinkman tribe faces Richie Mitchell in a Milwaukee lightweight main event. The bout headlines Arena amoker Friday with high hopes for a dramatic ring clash.
The Los Angeles crew beat Vernon 6 to 4, taking an early lead and holding on as Vernon stayed within reach. Shick and Driscoll hit triples for Los Angeles, while batteries were Pertica and Lapan for Angelom and Houek and Cook for Vernon.
Portland fell 3 to 1 to Salt Lake City Bees in Portland yesterday as Markle pitched well for Salt Lake. Sheehy Mulvey and Spencer each had two singles for the Bees, while Lukanovic started for Portland and was relieved by James in the seventh.
San Francisco April 17 The Oaks defeated yesterday by a score of 5 to 4 with Willie and Murphy leading the Oaks to victory. The win moved the Oaks into second place in the standings. Battery and infield details include Kantiehner Smith McKee Brooks Arlett Kremer Eliott Mitze.
Joe McGowan won a six round decision over Young Carter of St Paul in Leavenworth. He was immediately matched to meet Jack White of Denver on May 6 back in the ring.
Toledo Ohio April 17 Robe Zeider veteran major league infielder will sign today as manager of the Toledo American Association team. President Mitchell of the Chicago Cubs granted permission for the move. Hoger Greenhan remains club president as Bree nahan retires as field leader and Zelder has no role in workouts.
Chicago April 17. The great Cub pitcher Alexander, said to have advanced rapidly from the Benmet, was due to enter Chicago early today with William Wrigley Jr and Mrs Alexander. He planned to stay a day or two before heading to his Nebraska home to visit his mother. He is expected to join the Cubs at the opening of the season here.
Norman Ros unattached but with Illinois Athletic Club is tipped to be a top swimming sensation in the East this year. He lowered the world half mile record from 11 54 1 45 to 10 55 2 5 at the IAC pool in Chicago and set seven intermediate marks while competing with a deep field. Representing the Winged O, Ros also set records on Pacific coast meets in pools over fifty yards. His strong turns and endurance boost his prospects in the Eastern tanks and he may continue lowering records through the season.
Lincoln high school nine will play the University of Washington freshmen at the ravalty field this afternoon. Sandel will pitch for Lincoln, while the frosh have not announced their pitcher. On Saturday Broadway high meets the freshmen on Denny field with Marquis set to start for Broadway and Conners possibly pitching for the collegians.
Oklahoma City April 17 Mitchells Cubs chase another victory after their first win over the Oklahomans. They scored nine runs yesterday while the Western leaguers tallied three.
A postwar roundup notes 95 000 baseball players returning to the United States from France with the American Forces newspaper. Pro ball experience was rare among the group, and positions range from catchers to pitchers. Other items cover European regatta plans on the Seine and anecdotes about athletes Hank Gowdy and Hane Braun, with Braun reported killed on armistice day in a WWII style clash.
San Francisco first baseman Koerner led the league in batting with 12 hits in 21 at bats. Wade Killifer sparked Portland with eight stolen bases in Los Angeles. Pete Lapan and Ralph Pinelli delivered key hits in Sunday games against Portland and Sacramento.
Lioyd Madden and Jack Hartford, welterweights, have fought two of Seattle's fiercest bouts and meet again on the Arena show tomorrow night to settle their differences. Harrah an vs Young Thomas of Vancouver is another bout. Eddie Quinn-Harrahan was canceled.
Jack Dempsey appeared in Canton Ohio in a four round session prior to active training for his title bid with Willard. He faced John L Johnson two rounds and Mickey Sullivan two rounds. Dempsey knocked Sullivan down in the first round.
Richard Dungan explains start importance in swimming and dives for different race distances. He cites George Cunha of Oakland Athletic Club as example of a fast short dash dive and details posture, timing, and entry technique for various race lengths.
In Portland, Jake Abel and Kid Herman headlined a weak card with Herman earning the decision after six rounds. The event featured several draws and close bouts, including Gorman losing to Frush and Nelson versus Schauer, while Albany lawmakers passed the Walker boxing bill creating a state athletic commission under military oversight.
Eddie Pinkman trains with Richie Mitchell in a four round session at the Northwest Athletic Club, showcasing fast feet and a sharp left. Promoter Hite hypes the arena show with a main event likely ending in a knockout, while Pinkman eyes a potential hospital donation if Mitchell shines.
Michie Tait of Tacoma will be the main event referee at the Arena Friday night. The write up hints at dissatisfaction with judges and suggests the promoter may import a referee due to perceived bias and a rough build up to the bout.
ST LOUIS MO April 17 with the count 2 to 1 against them the Cardinals begin the fourth game of the spring city series in their park today weather permitting
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