Rainiers and Oaks Ready for Opening in Seattle
Opening Coast League game set for 3 p m at Rainier Valley park with Seattle Rainiers vs Oakland Oaks. Festivities start 12 30 p m with parade led by Mayor Ole Hanson, practice at 2 15 p m, and a pregame flyover. Roster notes and park upgrades highlighted.
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Hoppe Forfeit for Title Set in New York Match
Milwaukee report states a $2500 deposit was posted to guarantee a 1500 point billiards match at 182 Dilliards with Welker Cochran or Jake Schaefer. The contest is slated for New York City.
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Dope Is Upset in First Prep Baseball Tilts
Franklin prep squad capitalized on Lincoln infield misplays to win 4 3 at Lower Woodland Park. Cole drove in two runs as Franklin led early and held on after Lincoln tied it in the seventh. Mount Baker’s late run produced the final margin.
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Seals Rally in Win Over Solons in Wild Frame
In San Francisco the Seals topped the Solons 10 to 7 after using six pitchers in the opener. San Francisco outfielder Fitzgerald led hitting as the Bolons struggled with eight walks issued by six Seals hurlers. The box score shows mixing runs and errors across the innings with numerous players named.
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Angels Take First Game From Bees In A Close Contest
Angles defeated Salt Lake City 9 to 4 in a home game as Spencer hit a bases clearing triple in the eighth tying the score before the locals pulled ahead in the final frame. The Bees outhit the Angels but could not maintain the lead. Caldera and Spencer led Angel offense in a win that improved their run tally.
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Celebrities At Center Of Season Opener In Rainier Valley Park
Oak Land owner Cal Ewing arrives with his ball team for the season opener at Rainier Valley Park. Seattle figures include league president Al Baum, team manager Clymer, pilot Del Howard, and players Brewster Mains Falkenberg plus others. Photographs show the squad at King Street Station after their arrival.
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Chicago Sox Make Deals With Minors
Enaien Pru no Haas and George Runge were released to Milwaukee by the White Sox. Haas, a former naval aviator, sought an outfield role with Gleason's team, while Runge is a Chicago semi pro. The transfers complete the Kerr deal, with Milwaukee slated to receive three players for Kerr.
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Chi golfer Rautenbusch wins AEF 36 hole championship
April 23 report from New York and Chicago notes Seret William Rautenbusch of Motor Truck Co. 412 winning the AEF golf championship over Lieut James W Hubbell 6 to 6 after 36 holes. Hubbell, Harvard alum with Des Moines home, won the 1916 Intercollegiate title.
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Brown Wins Main Event At Vernon Boxing Show
In Los Angeles on April 23 Young Brown won the four round main event by decision over Harry Bramer. Alex Trambttas defeated Alfred McManus by decision. Chet Neff knocked out Gene Watson in the first round.
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Gene Watson
Tigers to Host Indians in Sunlit Detroit Opener
A large crowd was expected at Navin field as Detroit hosts Cleveland in the opening game. Covaleskie was named Cleveland’s pitcher, while Detroit planned to start Jennings with either Ehmke or Boland in relief.
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Get Under Way in 1919 American Association Race
In Chicago on April 23 the American association began its 1919 season. President Hickey stated teams were ready for the race, with Toledo despite financial troubles having acquired seasoned players. Many clubs have overhauled their lineups as the season opens.
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Major Open Ball Season Opens With National and Giants
Washington opening day features Walter Johnson for the Nationals against the Philadelphia Athletics at 3 p m. Scott Perry to start for the visitors. President Wilson and war chiefs attend as wives and officials gather. Philadelphia hosts Metraw and Giants aim to start strong with Penton or Barnes on the mound. Chicago sees Cubs versus Pirates with a parade atmosphere as Vaughn faces Cooper.
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Northwest dentists offer free examination for dread disease
Exclusive dental specialists in the Northwest advertise free examination and estimate for a serious dental condition. They promise special care for children and a reasonable discount to Union men and their families.
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Hartford to Box Madden on Thursday
Hartford to Box Madden in Tacoma as the main event on a card staged by Matchmaker Shanklin. The Seattle foe Lloyd Madden challenges Tacoma’s Jack Hartford in a welterweight bout seen as the strongest matchup. Other contests include Frankie Murphy versus Morgan Jones and Heinie Schumann versus Lee Morrissey.
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Braves Open Season With Brooklyn Dodgers Revenge Game
Boston April 23 The Braves aim to begin their season with a win against the Brooklyn Dodgers to avenge last Saturday's double defeat. This opener draws large crowds amid favorable baseball weather.
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Round Coast League Bases Round Coast League Bases
Ten thousand witnessed the parade at Recreation Park as Seattle beat Sacramento 10 to 7. Eldred and Mulvey earned home run honors amid wild pitching and errors by Bill Rodgers' club. Hack Spencer opened the Bees scoring with a threebagger in the eighth. The Angels rallied for the winning run in the ninth while Seattle led the rest of the coast teams not playing.
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White Sox Open Season Against Browns in St Louis
In St Louis on April 23 the Chicago White Sox prepare for their season opener versus the Browns. A large crowd is expected at the American League park as spring weather forecasts hold. Williame or Cicotte starts for Gleason, while Davenport will pitch for the Browns.
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Bar Jess Willard in A E F Doughboy Editor Says
Paris April 23 three years ago Australian Les Darcy left Australia for the United States to box. Darcy was hailed as a great heavyweight but died in Memphis amid slacker controversy. The piece contrasts him with American champion who made a $100 000 purse and kept silent on Red Cross service. The Doughboy editor argues boxing must be cleaned up or face legislation. Thousands of A F E boxers return home with renewed ideals for clean sport.
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Gibbons Fights to Stay in San Francisco Area
Boxing fans in the bay district urged Mike Gibbons to stay after a scientific exhibition last night. Hartfield or Bartfeld impressed local fans but Gibbons showed speed and power against the New Yorker in a rugged backhand exchange.
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Niehoff and Land Given Blue Slip by Seattle Nine
Bert Niehoff loses his Seattle roster spot after a leg injury slows him. Grover Land also exits the club as expected, while Schang of Indianapolis has purchased by Seattle moguls but not signed. Jerry Coleman and Ritchie will handle mask duties until arrival.
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Seattle
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