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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1922
Page
2
Seaburn Brown reports Washington to regain prominence after a long dormancy. The piece recalls the 1917 setback at Berkeley, notes a rebuilt squad led by strong backers and Dobie’s influence, and predicts 1922 material with renewed team spirit driving early-season success.
The New York Americans reaped opportunity as Al De Vormer rose from a late start to a standout rookie. After a shaky beginning, he seized his chance in late season action, proving his catching and hitting earning a high regard among major leaguers. The club traded Hawkes, French, and Doyle to Vernon for De Vormer.
Three Star league basketball contests are scheduled. Collins playfield hosts Collins Colts vs Wilson’s Modern Business at 4 45 pm while Stacy Shewne meets the Heys at Hiawatha at 4 30 pm. Washington park star Bob Griffiths leads Junior Star League players with Hill starring in multiple sports for the Washington team. Herm Anderson joins Stacy Shawn hoping to bolster the lineup.
The Scottish cup soccer tournament opens January 23 with 64 entries listed for the event.
The Knights of Columbus basketball team, riding a 12 game win streak, meet Northern Life tonight at the K of C gym. Knights will be shorthanded as Jack Davidson is out of town and Cat Rice has left for the East. Lineups include Maring, Bonney, Munson, Gand, and Kertia against Frayne, Smith, Gustateon, and others.
Hob Shawkey, the Yankees right hander, will stay with New York this season. Earlier reports suggested a trade to Detroit for Bob Veach, but Shawkey remains a steady part of the pitching staff when in form despite a lean 1921.
The National Boxing Association opens its second annual convention in New Orleans on January 16 and announces affiliations with Australia France England and Canada.
The Metropolitan association of the A A U may stage its annual track and field championship in the new million dollar Pelham Bay Stadium still under construction.
The Seattle Mets and Victoria clash in a Coast hockey matchup at the local Arena tonight. Seattle aims to steady its form behind a veteran lineup while Victoria sticks to a revised roster after recent adjustments.
Harry Wills of New Orleans defeated Sam Langford of Boston and the East by a comfortable margin over 10 rounds at Milwaukie arena last night. Eddie Richards of Portland beat Rube Finn of Seattle, Wille St. Clair beat Soldier Woods of Seattle, and Frankie Ritchie drew with Alvin Landon of Seattle in the curtain-raiser.
Stanislaus Zbyszko defeated Ivan Linow in 32 minutes to defend his world heavyweight wrestling title in Canton, Ohio last night. The match ended with Zbyszko throwing Linow for the decisive pin.
Broadway team surprise West Seattle 16 to 4 as Queen Anne tops Ballard 16 to 9. Franklin nips Lincoln 13 to 17 while Washington defeats Oregon Aggies 39 to 30 in two game series. Referree Ralph Coleman lists substitutions and lineups.
INCENT RICHARDS is highly likely to join this year’s defending Davis Cup team. At nearly 19, he ranks third among U S tennis players and could become the youngest American to compete in the Davis Cup, aided by early coaching from Alexander and Tilden.
A rehearing is planned at The Star on Friday night for the Washington Park Hawthorne Junior soccer est. Referee Hilly Waller and Alex Rose will reopen the case at 7 p.m. Sam Ticardo of South Park is emerging as a league star. Washington Park has leveled Fddle Costa, replacing CUI Reese who is out of town. Managers are reminded to telephone lineups and goal scorers after Sunday games.
Fred Kelly, a high hurdle champion at the last Olympic Games, has been signed by the University of California to serve as an assistant track coach.
Major league magnates will hold their annual meeting in New York, opening February 14. Executives from the league's nine clubs will discuss scheduling, financial matters, and governance during the gathering.
The Star announces its third annual ice races may be canceled if entries do not arrive by Saturday. Amateur skaters can enter by letter to the sport department or Arena office, with finals set for twelve laps and a preliminary requirement. Prizes include a silver rowing cap and other awards for runners up.
Seals plan a stronger 1922 pitching staff after recalling EFTY O DOUL to the Yankees. They acquire Coombe Mitchell and Geary from Cincinnati Alten from Oakland via Detroit and a rookie Davis from Sioux City. Gillenwater is expected to replace Couch if he leaves.
Duffy’s dazzling one handed work and footwork wow the crowd as he outboxes Pinkman in three rounds despite a rope issue in Tacoma. Oaklan der debutant shows class while O Dowd defeats Kid Sharpe and Red Gage extends a win streak in a strong card with Ad Schacht refereeing all bouts.
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