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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1922
Page
3
Manuel Cueto Seattle’s new third baseman excites fans in a Rainier Valley workout with boundless energy and solid all around play. He hits well, runs smart, handles third base with range, and plays for the love of baseball rather than money, stunning coast league watchers.
A large crowd was expected as the Vernon club opened the baseball season at Rainier Valley. Indians and Tigers lined up for first inspection with Cueto, Adams, Connolly and Schulte drawing attention in early workouts. Managers announced infield and outfield plans as gates were widened for faster entry.
Seattle's trio of leaders Jazz Richardson, James R. Boldt, and Walter McCredie directs the opening of Seattle baseball as the season begins, with Richardson acting as secretary, Boldt as proxy, and McCredie newly in charge.
In New York last night Heb Simmons defeated Jack Reeves while Putsy Martin stopped Louis Hamlin in San Francisco. Dave Shade won a 46 round decision over Bud Logan in Kansas City. Archie Ammons beat Hoy Corney in Marshalltown and Mondt beat Max Orlando in straight falls in San Francisco wrestling.
Promoter touts Perfection Insect Powder as odorless and harmless to people while killing roaches bedbugs ants and chicken lice. Tested in warehouses bakeries and hotels in Washington DC with sanitary economical results. Available by parcel post for $1.00 per pound or nominal coin price from B C Slattery Seattle Washington distributor.
Jim Boldt expresses pride in team harmony and striving for top status in the Pacific Coast League. He notes Seattle’s improved strength, collective motivation among players, and expects a successful year with fan support and club leadership guiding the Coast to prominence.
Dodgers hold a nine win edge in 12 coast regattas over 14 years and face Washington and California in the annual race. California and Washington present green crews with similar weights, but Washington shows stronger power yet inexperience. Veterans McMillan and Brown row for California while Ingram Murphy and Shaware sail for Washington. Bishop Nicholas Castle of the United Brethren in Christchurch dies at Philomath Oregon.
Heat and midsummer strain threaten St. Louis clubs as the Cardinals rely on strong early pitching from Sherdell, Doak, and Haines to stay in front. The Browns face tougher odds as Cleveland’s early form challenges the three leaders, while Speaker’s Indians loom as serious contenders.
Connie Mack builds players for cash and John McGraw is famed as a top trade maker. McGraw’s career includes 92 players involved in major deals with Herzog as his most traded asset. From 1909 to 1918 he swapped Herzog multiple times among Boston Cincinnati and New York, including Becker Pridwell Gowdy Beacher Doyle Barnes and others.
The Pacific coast intercollegiate baseball race kicks off Thursday at Denny Field with Washington vs Oregon. Mayor Caldwell will throw the first ball. Dean Padelford will receive. Games Thursday and Saturday feature Washington, California follows Friday. first game at 3 30, second at 2 30. Oregon is not expected to contend strongly. Washington aims for the pennant. Lineup hints include Setzer or Harper on the mound and Maloney catching with Barrett Westa Torrance Bakke infield and Gardner McMahon Lewis or Marriott in the outfield.
Yesterday Everett Scott hit two doubles a single and a sacrifice helping the Yankees defeat his old teammates the Redex 10 to 6. The Athletics sent Walter Johnson to the showers after scoring 18 hits for 24 bases in a 17 to 2 win over Washington. The Indians rolled 17 to 2 as three Brown pitchers were wild. The Pirates swept the series by beating the Kets 4 to 2 after Carlson was knocked out. Freeman sheltered the Cubs who beat the Catde 7 to 6. The White Sox edged the Tigers 2 to 1 as Cole faltered late. In Regina Anton Kancira is released from prison after serving three years for tying tracks.
In Tacoma a six round main event pits Hobby Michaels from New York against Oakland veteran Frankie Byrne. The show also features Kyrne against Michaels and a comeback bout for Jimmy Rivers with Bud Pitererald, plus two four round preliminaries.
When a base runner is called out for running out of line or for interference, axixta should be credited to every player who handled the ball prior to the umpire ruling the runner out. Only one aanaist is given to each player, no matter how often he handles the ball.
Lew Tendler, the Philadelphia southpaw, says he is the new lightweight champion and will prove it by meeting all challengers. Benny Leonard remains a top 135-pounder but has not invited Tendler, who accuses him of avoiding a bout. Tendler cites international boxing politics and Walker rules in arguing his case.
Pat Williams defeated Joe Nessman of Vancouver in four rounds by referee's decision after knocking Nessman down in the final round. Eddie Billings outboxed Noodles Knox, dropping him in the first round and again in the third as the crowd urged a stoppage. Basque women of Spain shave their heads as a beauty practice.
The Rose Giants meet West and Wheeler Liberty Park at South Park Saturday at 3 p m if possible. Managers must contact the sporting editor Thursday morning to arrange. Sunday schedule and changes will be published in Friday’s Star.
Gordon McKay easily outboxed Marty Foley in four rounds at the Arena, crowding the Tacoman and preventing Foley’s offense. The card, staged by Cascade A. C., featured a mixed results slate with Sutton–Black draw and Gardeau over Biddle among other decisions.
Queen Anne edged Broadway 8 to 7 as 11 Tiger errors aid the upset. Ballard downed Lincoln 4 to 0 behind Fox pitching and a fifth inning rally. Garfield crushed Franklin 13 to 5 with a ninth inning burst breaking a tie. Grazulus hurled for Garfield, delivering seven hits allowed.
Meeting discussion on organizing the Star Junior Swimming Club occurred last night but Crystal Pool did not attend. Plans cannot be published until the Pool sanctions them. Announcements will be made within a day or two.
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