1919 Promises a Banner Year for All Sports
A forward-looking piece argues 1919 will revive American sport after war time. It predicts fresh talent from veterans returning to civil life, boosts in baseball football boxing and college sports, and a surge in interest across professional and amateur leagues with new champions emerging.
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Sports Thrive in 1918 Despite War Measures Northwest notes
In 1918 Northwest sports flourished despite war limits. Baseball waned in leagues but thrived in semi pro play. Washington’s football teams earned praise for brief practice periods. Tennis led with state and Northwest tournaments in Tacoma. Seattle won baseball, and Vancouver claimed hockey. Boxing saw Harold Jones dethrone Muff Bronson, while Kruvosky took the light-heavyweight crown.
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Future of sports rosier after war says Hamilton
United Press reports H C Hamilton predicts a bright 1919 for sports especially boxing as returning soldiers bring demand for high quality contests. He notes soldiers gained appreciation for clean, exciting athletics in camps and expect to witness championship bouts and broader fan support once civilians resume peacetime life.
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KING IN TRAINING AND BOXING NOTES IN TOWN
Mick King trains for his bout with K O Kruvo next week at Austin and Salt gym. Jim Mason recovering from flu, plans return to ring soon. Jack Martin wants a bout with Steve Reynolds and claims he can trim him. Curley Valencourt to box Lon Dillon at Elks smoker Friday and to appear at Crystal Pool and Tacoma next week. If Bob Harper beats Joe Hill, a bout with Harold Jones may follow in Tacoma.
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Austin & Salt
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Steve Reynolds
Jack Martin
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Lon Dillon
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Tacoma
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Joe Hill
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Harold Jones
Rowland Released as White Sox Manager
Clarence Pants Rowland, manager of the Chicago White Sox, has been released by President Comiskey. He will be replaced by William F. Gleason, longtime I club coach. Rowland lost control of players according to Comiskey, ending his managerial tenure.
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Johnny McCarthy to Meet Miller in Oakland Tonight
Joe Miller the Camp Lewin welterweight will battle Johnny McCarthy in Oakland Wednesday night. Miller showed here twice again at Harry Anderson, losing the decision both times. McCarthy who lost a verdict to Miller a short time ago is going out after a knockout tonight per reports from the Golden Gate.
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Marines and Great Lakes duel for national service title
In Pasadena on New Year’s Day the Mare Island Marines meet the Great Lakes naval training station for the national service title. The Easterners are reported in first class shape while the Marines face injury woes from recent dents. Great Lakes expected to play straight football. Marines likely to use an open attack.
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Gillum Set For Go With Jim Darcy
Harry Gillum of Salt Lake in top form for a middleweight bout with Jim Darcy at the Elks club smoker Friday night. Darcy, fighting under Valley Trambitas, is rising in middleweight circles. Joe TT vs Bob Harper also on the card with Harper improving and Hill to test him. Martin aims for Reynolds match with Steve ready for the bout battler.
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Mitchell Eyes Return After Seattle Absence
Sid Mitchell, Australian middleweight, trains in Mitchell training camp and could headline in the North. Sol Levinson will handle McCarthy Hoppe Kruvosky when the California contingent arrives, with McCarthy facing Herman in Portland on January 8 and Hoppe likely paired with a strong welterweight here.
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Crack Mets Ready for Millionaires in Seattle Arena Showdown
Seattle fans expect a sold out Arena as the Vancouver Millionaires visit the Seattle Metropolitans for the season opener. Starters include Happy Holmes in net, Jack Walker on defense, and Bernie Morris at center. Vancouver counters with Tay lor Harris Stanley MacKay and goalie Lehman.
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Smokey” Harris
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