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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1920
Page
4
Seattle Hockey Seven defeated Victoria 7 to 2 after a strong start by Victoria faded. The Seattle squad pulled away as the game progressed at the Arena last night.
Boxing talk warns that Moran’s upset of Beckett and Dempsey’s Brennan affair raise doubts about Carpentier facing a tough obstacle before the main bout. Wilard looms as a potential challenger. both fighters eye another chance at the title in a high stake championship.
University of Washington officials consider Enoch Bagshaw, former UW player and current Everett high coach, for the next football coach. Bagshaw would need inducements but is within 60 miles of Seattle and could bring strong fundamentals, avoiding an Eastern hire. The Star notes potential success if Bagshaw leads the team, while acknowledging no guaranteed coast title. Seattle ice skaters are reminded The Star ice races open to amateurs next month with preliminaries and entry details at the Arena office.
The Star will publish further race details and Arena office information as races for the cup develop. Pocket billiards entrants for Pope Sibley’s next month tourney are urged to enter. a 50 cent fee covers trophies with two divisions Class A and Class B for skilled and lesser players.
Everett high school football team travels from San Francisco after a game with Long Beach high school to play Cleveland East Tech in Everett on New Year’s Day. Superintendent Arthur Wilson reports the Cleveland team left Ohio for the trip, with East Tech due to arrive December 30.
Bob LeGendre, highly regarded on the football field, is praised for equal speed and talent on the basketball floor in Princeton New Jersey. His All America status and wide popularity highlight his athletic versatility.
Al Walker and Felix Villamore, San Francisco bantamweights, fought a draw in the main event of a benefit boxing show in Sacramento. Bobby Ertle of Oakland defeated Jimmy Roche of San Francisco.
Detroit eyes Ty Cobb as potential manager of the ball club. The Georgia star, famed for temperamental clashes, would mix leadership with outfield play. If Cobb gains managerial power and protects a pitching staff, Detroit could return to form.
Joseph Aloysius Lynch, a New York truck driver and local idol, defeated Pete Herman by decision after 15 rounds to claim the bantamweight title before 15,000 fans. Lynch broke Herman’s jaw-like defense and led throughout with 11 rounds to 4 in his favor, with receipts totaling $74,481 and tickets ranging from $2 to $10.
The Elka basketball team shows improved prospects with new additions Tramp Murphy from Phoenix and George Smith from Washington. Murphy is a strong guard and scorer, while Smith adds height and experience at center. Guards Tim Burke and Maris remain solid, with Harvey Mores likely supported by new partners as forwards are decided.
Harry Schuman outpointed Joe Benjamin after a rough 10-round match at the Milwaukee arena. Schuman was knocked down twice in round two and twice more later but recovered to win several rounds while Benjamin earned the decision.
Cleveland bantam Carl Tremaine will face Chicago's Joe Burman in a one round rematch on January 19 in Cleveland. promoter Matt Hinkel announced the debut bout will be the deciding third meeting after each fighter has one win.
Babe Ruth and Mrs. Ruth arrive in Key West from Cuba after a display of power. The famed slugger plans to hunt in Maine in early January and celebrate Christmas at home.
The league adopted a new rule banning players who are coaches or tied to any league under the national baseball commission, or who receive compensation to play. Officials elected include A. C. Pelton as president, Paul Fry as vice president, Harry Cook as treasurer, and T. O. Hoagland as secretary treasurer. Season opens January 3 with teams practicing.
Fans in Salt Lake City predict Gavvy Cravath will crush homers next season as Old Wooden Shoes favored Philadelphia’s park but Salt Lake’s fences seem even tighter.
The city bowling league features a top clash as Elks No 1 Sunday leaders host the Eagles who sit fifth. On Ideal alleys Rube's Cafe faces Cheasty five while Elks No 3 and Orpheum squads also compete. Other matches include Hippe's Cafe vs Orpheums and Elks No 2 vs Union Tailors with Denby Truck vs Lumbermen on the same pairings.
The Northern Life team of the City basketball league lost to the Knights of Columbus five on the K of C floor by 45 to 17. The game was fast but the Casey defense and pressure dominated throughout.
Donovan takes over as Phillies leader amid a weak roster and mounting debt. The club faces a talent drought after 1920 minor selections and awaits new funds to buy players. Donovan’s past with Detroit pennants and Jersey Skeeters remains a contrast to current financial constraints.
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