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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1922

Page

14

Goebel Is Not Likely to Be Here Goebel Is Not Likely to Be Here

Veteran Cub slugger Frank Schulte may handle Seattle right field early in 1923 with Edwin Goebel unlikely to join from Washington. Goebel prefers the East, while Washington may exercise an option at 7500 dollars and may send Smith to the locals. Schulte, once a Chicago Cubs star, hit well in 250 games last season and could anchor Seattle’s outfield if Goebel stays away.

Frank Schulte Seattle Edwin Goebel Indiana Washington Nationals Prise Goebel Goebel Optionington Smith Schulte Chicago Cubs Niko Schulter Fountain of Figurine Billy Lane Brick Harmer Edwin Seattle Mets Jack Walker Vancouver Attie Mets Lionaires

High School Basket Race Climax Friday

Queen Anne faces Franklin in a decisive Friday clash at Franklin gym for high school basketball honors. The undefeated Quay quintet enter as favorites with size depth and team play, while Franklin relies on Greene and Mager to stem long-range shooting.

Queen Anne Franklin Quay Quintet Enoch Shultz Jesse Douglas Clarence Shreeve Burke Gibson Kazis Krauczunas Gordon Greene Johnny Mager Harry Speider Henry Kano Hayward Dare QUAYS Quakers Hillmen Quay Five Greene Mager Kraucsmas Gibson Dave Kono Morrow Broadway Tigers Hill Squad Lincoln West Seattle Ballard Lincoln. Broadway Indians Shingte Weavers

Casey Cagers Clash Renton In Valley League Showdown

The Renton basketball team visits the Knights of Columbus five on their floor tonight. Renton has lost only once this season to Kent, and both teams expect to field their regular lineups. The Knights of Columbus and Y M C A Midget teams contest the 110 pound city title with perfect records so far.

Renton Knights of Columbus Kent Cagers Kent Caseys City Loop Casey Gould Kendall Fon Herbert el Gould Neerer Smith Groeten

Sox Rooters Jubilant Over 1922 Prospects

Chicago White Sox fans and owners express high hopes for the 1922 season. With pitchers Faber and Kerr, stars Eddie Collins and Ray Schalk, and Johnny Evers contributing, the team is seen as a likely first division club despite a few weaker spots.

Chicago White Sox Tomers Warranta Chicago Dispatch Faber Kerr Eddie Collins Ray Schalk Johnny Evers Chisox Altho Gang

Young Eaan Hints at Brighter Swimming Future

The International Swimming Federation lists 139 meets for 1973 signaling rapid growth in the sport. New AAU rule allowing face down rolling for backstroke turns drew mixed reactions with critics calling it unfair and likely to end questions about stalling at starts.

Ite Epert A. A. UU

Pep Young Braces for Detroit Tigers Comeback

The veteran second baseman Pep Young, once noted for fine fielding, faltered last season harming Detroit Tigers defense. He faces a mental hazard from that slump but may regain oldtime form to boost the club.

Pep” Young Detroit Tigers

White Sox release trio to shape 1922 roster plans

The Chicago White Sox released two pitchers and an outfielder as they prepare for the 1922 season. Fred Bratch identified as gardener while Jack Wienecke and Joe Kiefer are the mound staffers who were cut.

Chicago White Sox Chicago Fred Bratch Jack Wienecke Joe Kiefer

Cardinals and Browns stars praised for team focus over self

Branch Rickey lauds Hornsby as all effort, no favors, always ready for signals. George Sisler similarly praised by Bobby Quinn for being a top hitter and infielder with the same modest hat size as when he debuted.

Ogers Hornsby George Sisler St. Louis Cardinals Browns Hornsby Branch Rickey George Sister Bobby Quinn Sister Quinn

Boxer-Walker Strolls Across the Continent on Foot

Herman Silverman reached Seattle on foot Tuesday and has traversed more than 7,500 miles since July 4. He left New York to attempt a 16,000 mile walk in a year, wagering on his feat. Silverman, who calls himself a boxer, fights featherweights along his path. He says the coast-to-coast walk to Seattle took 78 days, a claimed record. From Seattle he heads to Vancouver then plans a return trek to New York.

Herman Silverman Seattle New York Silverman Gilverman Vancouver

Camp Lewis Golf Links Undergoes Quick Improvements

The Camp Lewis nine hole golf course has been improved in the past week and will receive final touches to the greens once frost leaves the ground. Brigadier General A G McAlexander leads the development plan with significant progress at the west end of the parade grounds. Lieutenant Th Lee, aide to General McAlexander, has assisted in preparing the course.

Ninehole Camp Lewis Golf Club A. G. McAlexander On Th. Lee McAlexander

Leaders Lack Left Handers In Major Leagues

Clubs in the two major leagues seek a reliable left handed pitcher though Cleveland and New York, the previous year’s contenders, struggle to find a steady southpaw. Mails and Harper are not favored heavily due to form and consistency.

Cleveland New York Mails Harper

Pirates Hope Sehmidt Returns as Trade Chip

Pittsburg baseball notes say catcher Sehmidt threatens not to return and may be traded. Pirates could gain advantage if he is moved, altering the team behind the plate.

Pittsburg Sehmidt Pirates

Salary discontent hits Mackmen in Philadelphia

Rumor says more than half of the Philadelphia Athletics plan to hold out over low salaries. Connie Mack urges them to take their complaints to Landis. Rip Collins, recently released by Boston, shows no fuss after leaving a club likely to repeat in the American League. Red expresses desire for money and pitching chances elsewhere.

Philadelphia Athletica Connie Mack Landis Rip” Collins Boston New York Fusa Red

Bakers Face Critical Star League Game at Armory

The Bakers take on Battery C in game four of the final Star Junior trophy series at the Armory at 7 p m In a loss to Bon Paria Miliiard the Bakers risk dropping from first division If they win they tie the league race with a victory apiece The final season games include Bakers vs Collins Cuba and Battery C against Ben Paria with referee Hob Morris officiating.

Dandy Baking Co Bakers Battery C Armory Bon Paria Miliiard Uakers Collins Cuba Cubs den Par Serson Collins Battery C Boya Ben Paria Peking C Ripley Ccee Wasson Melaron Geara Bhi Leetad Hob Morris

Schaefer Wins Exhibition Cue Duel at Brown Hulen

Young Jake Schaefer world billiard champion defeated Conti 499 to 346 in a two block program at Brown and Hulen's yesterday afternoon. Schaefer posted high runs of 119 and 104 while Conti reached 112 and 65 as the youthful cue king showed dominant form. The match followed Schaefer’s earlier 400 to 265 first block victory and set up two more 400 point blocks this afternoon.

Jake Schaefer Hower Cent Brown & Hulen Schaefer Conti Hoppe Heremann Fichaefer Himerit Jake Spa

Senators Pennant Hopes Rest on Peckinpaugh Pitching

George Mouraige lauds Roger Peckinpaugh boosting Washington's strength for a pennant run. Mouraige credits the pitching staff and says the club’s success hinges on its performers this season.

George Mouraige Washington Roger Peckinpaugh Nationale George Hie

Danforth Could Lead Browns to Pennant Chance

Dave Danforth can do big things for the St. Louis Browns. A strong year by Danforth would give the Browns a pennant contender. Manager Foh! believes his arrival is finally in place after past majors struggles.

Dave Danforth St. Louis Browns Danforth Browns Foh

Browns Cards Series Cut

Only two games will be played by the St Louis clubs this spring instead of seven. Both teams figure to come north early risking pennant chances as fans expect big showings from both clubs.

St. Louis

Babe Ruth Plays Golf in Hot Springs

In Hot Springs Arkansas on February 23 Babe Ruth, thinner than at the last training camp, played golf and said he had not signed a contract yet but was confident everything would be all right.

Hot Springs Ark Babe Ruth Babe

Seaburn Brown and White Face Tough Route to Leonard Clash

Seaburn Brown, Charley White, and Willie Jackson are staged for a March 17 bout with Benny Leonard at Madison Square Garden. Leonard trusts a hard ride to retire, but White’s upset potential remains and the wider lightweight landscape includes Davis, Schumann, Pantley, Dempsey plans, and a Greb-Gibbons winner aiming at Tunney.

Charley White Chicago Willie Jackson Benny Leonard Madison Square Garden Leonard White Order of

Walter Genin to Play Regularly With Tiger Club

Walter Genin, age 20, will join Tacoma to play regularly with the Tiger Club this season. Coach Walter McCredie says he could become a standout fly- chaser after a notable showing with Portland last year, where he made two of the season’s best catches during Portland's visit.

Walter Genin Tiger Club Walter McCredie Portland Tacoma Genin

America Has Chance For 24 Olympic Games

Henry L. Farrell reports that the 1924 Olympics may be held possibly in Paris with France considering funding options. France faces budget hurdles and possible withdrawal if cabinet action stalls. Britain’s gates are cautious while England and London weigh hosting prospects amid war debt concerns. Los Angeles and Chicago are named as potential hosts if suitable venues are ready.

Henry L. Farrell York America Paria France Europe England Acros Pongland Britain Phities Ton Angeles Chicago City

Knights of Columbus Rally Past Renton 41 to 39

In a tight home game the Knights of Columbus beat Renton 41 to 39. Wesley Tonkin led Renton with 20 points on five field goals and 10 free throws while Jack Davidson scored 16 for the Caseys. Substitutions included Harris for Kiddie and Turner for Keferes.

Knights of Columbus Renton Wesley Tonkin Jack Davidson Caseys Kenton Pos. K. Ef PB. Madings Devideon Middines Bonney Tonkin Cecees Pace Weenees Harris Kiddie Henney Keferes Les Turner

UC Crew Teams Train on Oakland Estuary

University of California rowing squads begin on the Oakland estuary after gym prep. Two varsity and two freshman crews train under Coach Ben Wallis. They aim for a decisive race against a strong University of Washington crew with weeks of early training.

Berkeley Cal University of California Oakland Estuary Ben Wallis Bruing University of Washington

World heavyweight champ Stanislaus Zoyezko defeats Armas Laltinen in Chicago

At the Coliseum Stanislaus Zoyezko the world heavyweight wrestling champion defeated Finnish challenger Armas Laltinen in a one fall affair lasting one hour three minutes and eighty seconds. Laltinen proved tough but could not overcome the champion's advantage.

Chicago Stanislaus Zoyezko Armas Laltinen Lal.tinen

Harper Wins Valiant Bout Over Welling in Ten Rounds

In Oatland on February 23 Hobby Harper outboxed and out punched Joe Welling in ten rounds. Harper dominated early with relentless pressure and accurate in fighting. Welling rallied briefly late but ended with a cut eye and a battered face as Harper claimed the decision.

Oatland Hobby Harper Joe Welling New York Harper Welling Welliner New Yorker

Washington Ties with U of B C

In Vancouver the University of Washington and UBC battled to a 1 1 tie in the intercollegiate ice hockey series. Washington, led by McKenzie, claimed the series win after a 3 2 victory in Seattle, while Ternan tied for Vancouver in a fast rough game with two overtimes. A separate Houston round saw Francis Oulmet lead the qualifying with a 74 amid windy conditions.

Ancouver B. C University of Washington British Columbia Seattle Washington Little Gogi Don McKenzie McKenzie Ternan Vancouver Altho Houston Tex Francis Oulmet Houston Country Club

Edwin 2 Brow Dental Ad at 106 Columbia St Seattle

A prior era dental ad touts value and savings promising quality workmanship at bargain prices. The notice pledges to save customers money with every dollar paid and hints at long-standing service in Seattle.

Edwin Columbia St Seatties

Pretty Good, But Never Quite Good Enough

The piece notes John Pretty Good but Never Quite Good Enough, Akron welterweight Johnny Griffitha, once known as the Akron Flash, was knocked out by Mickey Walter in the East. Griffitha, aging but once strong like Charley White, never claimed the title in his class.

John Johnny Griffitha Akron Ohio Griffitha Akron Flash Mickey Walter East Griffithy Charley White Chicago

Ray Wins Mile Run at Boston

Julie Ray of the Illinois A. C. won the Boston mile at the American Legion games, finishing 50 yards ahead of Jimmy Connolly. Ray clocked 4:26 1-5 on a fast track. Jake Driscoll of Boston College won the Gas on 00-yard dash for the third time, earning permanent possession of the Gaston cup.

Boston Jimmy Connolly Julie Ray Illinois A. C Ray Jake Driscoll Boston College

Yale coach should stay in grand stand ruling

New York Feb 23. Professor C W Mendell of the Yale athletic board proposes that paid coaches be allowed but must remain in the grand stand while captains and players run the game. He advocates this restriction as a solution to the coaching problem.

New York C. W. Mendell Yale Athletic Board Mendel

Italy to bid for Davis Cup debut

Italy will enter a Davis Cup team for the first time in history. The challenge from the Federazione Italiana dei Tennis was received in New York on February 23.

New York Italy Federazinoe Italiana Dei Tennis

Kilbane to meet any rival worldwide for big purse

Johnny Kilbane pledged at a banquet marking ten years as featherweight champion to meet any opponent in the world at any time if the purse is large enough. He announced plans to go to Europe next month to seek top competition.

Kilbane Cleveland Johnny Kilbane Europe

Seattle Mets Rally To Beat Millionaires In Key Playoff Push

Seattle overcame Vancouver in a high effort game to force a two game championship series. Happy Holmes starred for Seattle while Jim Riley Foyston and Morris contributed goals. Fraser was ejected after a clash and penalties were issued by referee Mickeyson.

Happy Holmes Seattle Mickeyson Gordon Fraser Fraser Harris Jim Riley Frank Foyston Foyston Mackay Hap Riley Bernie Morris Morris Skinner Vancouver Lehman

Ravages of Pine Beetle Triggers Greater Loss Than Fires

The article notes that pine beetle infestations are causing forest damage exceeding that of wildfires. It highlights widespread tree mortality and economic impact on timberlands and local communities dependent on forest resources.

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