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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1921

Page

2

New Shortstops Head Coast League For 1921 Season

The Coast League opens 1921 with many new shortstops across clubs led by San Francisco and Los Angeles. Players named include Jimmy Smith, Harry Lunte, Joe Angeles, Jimmy MacDonald, Roy Corhan, K White, and Ernie (last name unclear). Portland and Salt Lake also list new shortstops as clubs rotate talent and trades shape rosters for the season.

Leo H. Lassen P. C San Francisco Los Angeles Immy Smith F Lake Harry Lunte Joe Angeles Jimmy Macernon Roy Corhan Oakland K. White Franciseco Jimmy Smith Seattle Cincinnati Reds Fd Collins White Sox Smith Indianapolis Portland Salt Lake Spranger Wes Kingdon Ernie Chicago Wto Harry Lante A. L Lante Billy Orr Francisco Maveney Johnny Mitchell New York Yanks Roy Corhan Ils Tigers Akland Hit Rochester Jimmy MacCauley MacCall Ernie On

Connolly Mulls Move as Manager Seeks Outfielder Fit

Connolly, the young Francisco outfielder, may be available as Manager Graham shows interest in a new addition. Early promise faded and his market value remains uncertain. Speculation places him as a potential fit with Salt Lake, should a deal materialize.

Connolly Francisco Graham Salt Lake

Vernon Tigers Hire Ham Hyatt as New First Baseman

Hyatt joins Vernon after a stint with Northwesters to Vancouver in 1908 and later Toledo. He played for the Newark Americans before being sent to Vernon to fill the first base hole left by Babe Bor. The veteran slugger brings power at the plate and Seattle fans recognize his prior pro experience.

Tigers Hyatt Vernon Tigers Babe” Bor Seattle Northwestern Vancouver Bleshow American Associaion Toledo Newark Americans Ernon Johnny Mitchell

Keen race for base stealing honors in Conat league

Rod Murphy a 1920 champion returns to the fold joining a field including Marty McGaffigan Babe Pinelli Billy Lane Dixie Carroll Brick Kidred Red Kille fer and Merlin Kopp in the base stealing race for this season.

Conat Rod” Murphy Marty McGaffigan Babe” Pinelli Billy Lane Dixie’ Carroll Brick” Kidred Red Killefer Merlin Kopp

Proud Reds Pay Price for Poor Temperament

The Cincinnati Reds, once a world champions ship, are dismantling after failing to repeat the win. Garry Herrmann offers players for broadcast to other clubs as trades proceed before the team heads south. Team unity and effort are cited as lacking.

Cincinnati Reds Cincy Reds Garry Herrmann

Bowling Match Results From Local League Scores

The Telephone League divisions split games with Motor Vehicle and Installation Department taking the odd game. Nelson led with 223 and 599 total. Henediet 108, Webah 214, Prowse 215 in the double centenary class. Mr and Mrs Lake won by five pins over Le Hiond and Reichert. Reichert led women with 463 and Soule topped men with 661.

Nelson Henediet Webah Prowse Lake le Hiond Reichert Mr. Reichert Mr. Soule Pfiefer Dempeey Bradiey Dawe Grant Ant Jackson Netterbollad Wren OEE Welton Kiderman Ace Groeft Bveg Essavcqnecsess Sie Jackson McCoubrey Anderson Tewn Winebott le Wland Heichert Boul Take

Sieger and Defoe Box Draw in New York

Sammy Sieger of New York and Billie Defoe of St. Paul boxed a fast 15 round draw last night in New York. Defoe had a two pound weight advantage. Earl Baird of Seattle boxed a 10 round draw with Freddy Jacks of Brooklyn. Both fighters weighed 126 pounds.

New York Sammy Sieger Billie Defoe St. Paul Defoe Earl Baird Seattle Freddy Jacks Brooklyn

Claude Hendrix Granted Unconditional Release

Chicago Feb. 16 Claude Hendrix a pitball pitcher for the Chicago Nationals has been given his unconditional release. President William Veeck announced Hendrix’s name had been mentioned in a fixed game between Philadelphia and Chicago but said the incident did not affect the release.

Chicago Claude Hendrix Chicago Nationals William Veeck Hendrix Philadelphia Veeck

Texas Oklahoma league formed with 140 game schedule

Organization of the Texas Oklahoma league is complete with C. W. Battles of Sherman as president. The season opens April 19 with a 140 game schedule and a salary unit of 1800 dollars per month outside managers. Franchises will be in Corsicana Cleburne Paris Denison Bonham and Ardmore.

Denison Tex Texas Oklahoma League C. W. Batsell Sherman Texas Cities Oklahoma City Corsicana Cleburne Paris Bonham Ardmore

Tulane Names Myron K. Fuller as Head Coach

New Orleans Tulane university announces Myron K. Fuller as head football coach after Princeton approval of Fuller, the ex-Yale star.

New Orleans Tulane University Myron KE. Fuller Bill Roper Princeton D Fuller Yale

The Secret of Youth Charm Ad

A charming young woman is highlighted as an example of feminine charm centered on dressing well. The answer directs readers to Cherry's at 207 Rialto Ridg on Second Ave between Madison and Spring for pretty items with a weekly payment promise.

Cherry's Rialto Ridg Second Ave Madison Spring

Lincoln High Opens Lead With Big Win Over West Seattle

Lincoln high school defeated West Seattle 33 to 13 in their last home game, featuring fast passing and tight defense. The win puts Lincoln atop the city high school cage standings as West Seattle battled hard but lacked practice.

Lincoln High School West Seattle Lincoln Lincoln Scrubs Weat Bee Scrubs Linecoin Notion Newhirk Bassford F. Mradford Menketh Frasier Kindred Lincoln- Anderson Baseford Basford Anderson

Cardinals Win From Cougars Pullman

Stanford University basketball team defeated Washington State 42 to 37 in Pullman to strengthen their bid for the Pacific Coast Conference title. The Cardinal led 26 to 9 at halftime and held the Cougars scoreless in the second half. They meet again tonight on the same floor before traveling to Seattle for a two game set with Washington at Beattie Gym.

Pullman Stanford University Washington State College Cardinals Cougars Stanford Beattie University of Washington University Gym Cardinal Seattle

Bears Defeat Oregon Aggies In Close College Game

In Corvallis on February 16 the University of California men’s basketball team rallied in the final minutes to edge the Oregon Aggies 24 to 19. Jap Symes led the Bears while Stinson shone for the Aggies with long range shooting.

Corvallis Ore University of California Oregon Aggies Symes Stinson Aggies

Sports Bring in Big Coin for UC in 1920 Season

Berkeley reports total athletic receipts of 52 thousand 928 dollars for 1920. Football accounted for the largest share, with other sports contributing a smaller portion to the year's income.

Berkeley Cal University of California

Skykomish High Five Triumphs Over Index 51 to 16

Skykomish high school defeated Index high school Friday night at Skykomish by 51 to 16. Fournier and the Maloney brothers starred for the winners while Skykomish guards Miles and Smith held down the visiting attack with tight defense.

Skykomish High School Index High School Skykomish Fournier Maloney Brothers Miles Smith

Ridley Defeats Harrahan In Bremerton Boxing Night

Bud Ridley coasted to a four round decision over Seattle featherweight Joe Harrahan. Ridley controlled every round with sharp right hands and left hooks as Harrahan crouched inside and failed to gain traction. The evening also featured Red Gage drawing with Roy MacCasalin, Spike Carney knocked out by Ernie Daley, and Winters defeating Sailor Bozarth in four rounds. A large Seattle crowd attended the Elks staged event with March 19 set for the next smoker and Elk's Temple dedication.

Bremerton Wash Joe HarrAhan Seattle Bud Ridley Coast Tudley Harrahan Ridley Wind Joe Dud Bud Gage Roy MacCassalin Bremerton Miller McCanalin Atyre Schloesberg Ernie Daley Toupee Spike Carney Dreamland Carney Daley Winters Sailor Bozarth Patsey Clace Oscar Benson Benson Patery Claco Nd Schadt the Elks Pat Scott Elk's Temple Casey

Brennan and Martin May Punch in New Orleans Match

Promoter Dominick Tortorich negotiating to stage Brennan versus Martin in New Orleans. Captain Bob Roper to face Jim Griffin Pacific coast champion here Friday night while Brennan and Martin clash in New York.

New Orleans Dominick Tortorich Bill Brennan Bob Martin Bob Roper Roper Jim Griffin Brennan Martin New York

Boldt's French Pastry Ad Promises Fresh Treats

An advertisement urges patrons to have Daddy bring home Boldt's French Pastry. It highlights a selection of pastries and suggests convenient or timely pickup.

Boldt

City Cage Leaders Face Hard Battle In City League

Two key City League bowling matches highlight Thursday card at Ideal alleys with Eagle versus Denby Truck and Elks No 1 versus Bike No 3. Denby Truck sits third after a strong surge while Elks and Bike feature in another matchup. The basketball slate lists MacDougall Southwick against Rosy Sound Paper Box at the Elka Club with Stanley Staatz added for the Box and other games including Elks versus Rainier Noble and Northern Life versus Silent Frates.

Eagle Denby Truck Elks Denby Ideal Alls Eike Kagiee Denby Bg Orpheumes Ve Farooka Chenety's Hippe Geeeve Kube Union Tallore Va Lambermen MacDougall Southwick Rosy Sound Elka’ Club Northern Life Outfit Stanley Staatz MacDougall Ce Se Wipley Preayn Vander Las Pumber Toner Hleckett Rainier- Noble Post Northern Life Silent Frates

Bagshaw to Address University of Washington Alumni

Enoch Bagshaw, new UW football coach, will address the UW Alumni at the Bon Marche lunch room Thursday at noon. He will discuss 1921 football prospects while Hek R Edmundson reviews track and basketball, and Jim Arbutnot speaks to wrestling. Tickets available at the Bon Marche Thursday noon.

Enoch Bagshaw Univerity of Washington University of Washington Alumni Association Bon Marche Hagehaw Hek” R Edmundson Jim Arbuthnot

Four Clubs in Pacific Coast Territory Plan

Tacoma and Yakima in Washington state plus Vancouver and Victoria in British Columbia form a four club circuit. The Pacific International league skips Portland and Seattle this year after Pacific Coast league permission. Bubbles Margrave comments on salary talks with Garry Herrmann.

Tacoma Pacific Coast League Portland Seattle Pacific International League Yakima Vancouver Victoria British Columbia

Swimmer Langley Aims for World Plunge Record

Kieth Langley of the Seattle Crystal Swimming Club plans to attempt the world plunge for distance record at the AAU meet in San Francisco next summer. Langley recently set the Pacific Coast mark with a 61 feet five inch plunge at the Crystal Pool and is pursuing the world standard of 61 feet nine inches. Don Vickers, Crystal coach, is in Eugene, Oregon, with no definite word yet on the formal effort.

Kieth Langley Seattle Crystal Swimming Club San Francisco Mins Langley Pacific Coast Crystal Pool Don Vickers Crystal Swimming Club Eugene Ore

Bresnan Mud Hen team to Augusta for training camp

Roger Bresnan plans a March 10 trip to Augusta with the Mud Hens squad. He aims to have all his warriors in action at training camp to plug holes in the lineup.

Toledo Roger Bresnahan Roger Augusta

Tennis Bills Are Home Again Exhibition in San Francisco

The two tennis Bills, Bill Tilden and Bill Johnston, arrived in San Francisco after winning the Davis Cup in Australia. They will play an exhibition match tonight. Tilden leaves for Philadelphia tomorrow, Johnston stays at home. The Davis Cup trophy remains in Australia for now, with plans to ship it to the United States soon. The pair arrived aboard the liner Ventura.

Ban Francisco Bill Tilden Bill Johnston San Francisco Australia America Tilden Philadelphia Johnston Ventura

Victoria Pack Men Aim For Fourth Straight Win

Victoria's hockey team hosts Seattle tonight at the Arena aiming to extend a streak to four in a row. A Seattle victory would push the locals behind Vancouver for league leadership while a Victoria win would narrow the Mets' lead. Intermission entertainment features Ralph Alcock nicknamed Chaplin of skating. Game time is 8 30.

Victoria Seattle Arena Aristocrats Victoria Seven Mets Vancouver Au Torm Ralph Alcock Charlie Chaplin Beattie Yowler Woria

Daughters May Help Vickers In Crystal Pool Club

Ray Daughters who taught swimming at the naval training camp may assist Don Vickers in coaching the Crystal Pool team next season. Rutherford appointed director of physical education and athletic coach at O. A. C.

Ray Daughters Ming Nay Don Vickers Crystal R. B. Rutherford

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