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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1922
Page
9
The article cites multiple examples across sports where overconfidence led to defeats. It discusses California football, Centre College, Jess Willard and Jack Dempsey, Willie Hoppe in billiards, and notes Charley Erb’s pivotal role in salvaging California Bears with disciplined defense and cautious approach.
The piece argues boxing faces degradation from fake fights and broken contracts. It cites Wilson and Downey style disputes, calls for a unified commission, and praises Kilbane Buff Leonard Dempsey Britton while urging state boxing bodies to adopt common rules to restore integrity and curb promotional abuse.
The New York Yankees released Roger Peckinpaugh citing prudence and harmony. Everett Beott was acquired from the Red Sox as part of the deal, seen as a steady infielder. Peckinpaugh had openly challenged manager Huggins and questioned the team's leadership.
Bill Tate and Harry Willis are set to fight tonight in Portland, a clash fans hope will restore excitement to the local boxing scene after recent dissatisfactions with top fighters.
Washington enters the Coast Conference basketball season with the same varsity lineup from December practice games under Coach Edmundson. The team opens with Camp Lewis, then schedules Oregon on January 13, while Edmundson plans to keep Nicholson and Lewis at forward Seilh at center and Crawford and Bryan at guards.
Grover Lowdermilk, a minor star, was included in the 11 for 1 deal sending a fleet of players to Columbus from St Louis in exchange for Dave Danforth. He has a world of stuff but limited control, which hinders major league success while excelling in Class AA where hitters rush to swing.
Casey Cage men open their North tour at Leavenworth, then face Caseysa tonight and tomorrow. The Knights have not lost this year, having defeated the University of Washington five to one, and aim to collect more scalps on the trip.
Vancouver puck chasers enter as heavy favorites for a fifth straight win over Victoria. With Frank Frederiokeon and Eddie Oatman in top form and Victoria short on replacements, the Millionaires are expected to prevail in Victoria. Moose Johnson bolsters Frank Patrick's line as Vancouver aims to widen their league lead.
City Loop bowling last night saw all winners take two of three. Alderwood Manor rallied to beat Parisian Chocolates, earning their first evening’s win in many moons.
The Mikedocs won their third of four starts with a 6 to 1 victory over Washington Park. Park led 7 to 6 at halftime but was held scoreless in the second period as Nippons hit three baskets.
Babe Herman and his manager say Bantam Champion Johnny Kilbane dodges Herman, a claim the article frames as flattering vanity. Kilbane is portrayed as dodging top contenders while Herman, defeated recently by Danny Edwards, is not yet a threat to force a decisive title match.
Eddie Daly of Wisconsin faces Gordon McKay in the headliner at the Tuesday Pavilion smoker with McKay favored. Daly, about 15 pounds heavier than his Idaho opponent, works out but lacks the kick and speed to upset the fast rising McKay. Semi windup features Kid John Steon vs George Ingie. Frankie Pantley vs Eddie Neal completes announced bouts as the card fills.
The King County Sportsmen's Association announced the officers for the year led by President T. Watts and Vice President Richard Manafield White. O. W. Marckmann serves as secretary and treasurer with Eugene Miller as assistant secretary and RS Hayes, C. D. Thomas, Joe Pregent, Fred Stattermann and H. A. Patton on the board. The group plans an active campaign to raise membership to 5,000 during 1922.
Johnny Wilson sits under suspension in many states as boxing promoters shun him for alleged unsportsmanlike tactics. A New York wife claims his finances are ruined by Wall Street dabbling, threatening a return to the ring against top middleweights like Harry Greb or Mike Gibbons.
Centre college has been invited to play the University of California in a football game marking the dedication of the new California stadium. Centre is considering the invitation according to university authorities.
Johnny Layton world billiard champion triumphed over Augie Kieckhefer 66 to 53 in a 180 point match ending in Milwaukee after the second block.
Detroit authorities say work will start immediately on a new stadium. The initial phase will add 30 000 seats ready by October with a final capacity of 70 000. This makes the university the latest in the city to pursue a stadium project.
Eddie Roush, star outfielder, will return to the Cincinnati Reds for a total of 54000 dollars over three seasons. He spoke today in Princeton Indiana addressing rumors of a holdout.
West Seattle strengthens top spot in The Star league by edging Ben Paris 15 to 11 at the Keights of Columbus. Arthur Nelson led scoring with five field goals and two free throws as Reggie Bird paced Paris with three field goals and one foul shot.
In The Star 6 Soccer league, the Pace Makers of West Seattle will meet Sunday at Woodland Park upper grounds for a full slate of games. Senior West Seattle vs Maple Leaf, 2:15 pm, refs Billy Broomen. Boeing Aircraft club vs South Park, 2:15 pm, ref Johbany Reeks. Other junior matches follow with various teams and referees.
New York reports say the Yankees will begin spring training in Texas on March 4, the first time since Frank Chance led the club. Brooklyn Dodgers and St. Louis Cards appear on their slate as Huggins' champions face Ebbetts’ men in 16 games across a long circuit.
Georges Carpentier the light heavyweight champion has signed to meet Ted Kid Lewis in London in March. McAuliffe will meet Lewis in London around March 15 for a £1000 side bet and purse.
Chicago January 6 John Weismiller Illinois Athletic Club star set another world record in a special meet shaving 1.5 seconds off the 220 yard mark previously held by Ted Cann of Detroit. Weismiller clocked 2 19 4.4.
Veterans stayed at keystone positions across the Coast League with only a few changes likely. San Francisco may feature Jack Miller at second base as he manages the Seals, while Portland Seattle talk centers on Bill Kenworthy moving to Beavers and Marty Krug to Seattle.
This Speaker's Indians will depart for Dallas Texas to begin spring training around Washingtons birthday marking the start of the season in warm weather.
Washington varsity and freshman distance squads report to Coach Ed Mundson in the university gym for their first workout on Monday. Weight men join Tuesday under Mundson and Gus Pope, with distance men training three days weekly. Freshman John Minor, winner of last fall's cross country, is not returning this quarter, affecting the yearlings in long runs.
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