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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1917
Page
7
Paul Purman argues batting averages fell 21 points in five years as pitching strengthened and defenses improved. He cites 1916 averages around .247 versus .268 in 1912, urges rule changes such as eliminating the spitball, limiting fouls, balk rules, and plate width to restore offense without drastic changes.
Seattle defeated Portland 8 to 3 at the Arena in a hard fought game. Frank Patrick officiated with Si Griffin as judge. Portland delayed start and raised crowd unease before Seattle pulled away. Final score Seattle 8 Portland 3.
The piece discusses agitation to handicap pitchers with rule changes. Leaders like Percy Haughton and John J. McGraw push for a three-ball base on balls and only one foul counted as a strike, aiming to favor batters. Ban Johnson voices caution, preferring stability. The article also previews John J. Barry taking over the Red Sox, inheriting a strong club but facing high expectations.
Kansas City report says Kid Williams, ex bantamweight champion after losing to Pete Herman, arrives with manager Dave Wartnik to train for his 15 round bout against Benny McNeil on January 30.
A Seattle officer writes about mush as both food and metaphor. He notes mush is common in pantries and minds, praising its value as nourishment and warning it should be reserved for meaningful affection and future marriage prospects.
Les Darcy, Australian middleweight champion, demonstrates unarmed defense against a revolver. In the sequence he disarms the assailant with a left to disarm and a right to the jaw, as staged for The Star.
Washington State College defeated the University of Washington 31 to 24 on the local gym floor, clinching the Northwest Conference title for the Pullman squad. The article notes stronger performance by WSU and provides player names and scoring details from the game.
The article notes Leonard and Richie Mitchell as top 135-pound contenders likely to challenge Freddie Welsh within months. Leonard is described as the era’s most dangerous lightweight with a strong punch, while Mitchell is a rising two handed fighter. Johnny Kilbane is mentioned as the dangerous bogie against Welsh and Mitchell.
The Skinner and Eddy football club meet Seattle Construction Co. at Dugdale Park Sunday afternoon for a McMilland cup clash. The two sides have drawn previously in a narrow tie.
Chicago reports that Charley White and Freddie Welsh could meet in a 30 round bout if Havana promoters offer a suitable purse. Harry Pollok, White’s manager, confirmed the potential bout to Nate Lewis, Welsh’s manager, before White sailed East.
The summary notes a question of whether Lowe Simms fell or was shoved during last night’s events. Eddie Pinkman states he is now in banking, mentioned without a laugh. Leo Houck argues with a film figure over Pinkman’s clash with Neff, while Jack White maintains fitness through daily workouts at Austin & Salt's.
In New York last night Willie Kohler outpointed Red McDonald over ten rounds. Sailor Grande stopped Cleve Hawkins in five. Willie Shafer of New York defeated Benny Myers of Philadelphia in three.
A lighthearted note highlights the value of perusing the Star newspaper’s advertisement section for deals and notices, suggesting readers may uncover helpful listings and classifieds.
Broadway and Ballard won in yesterday's high school league games. Broadway defeated Queen Anne 26 to 19 to take top place, while Ballard beat Franklin 39 to 20. Scorers included Munson 10 of 18 foul shots and Danielson 9 of 12 for Queen Anne, with other listed players and 20 minute halves under referee Chamberlain.
The article tracks a weekly ranking of top sportsmen with Ralph Junker Gene Hatton Joe Walsh and Charlie Hulen among leaders. W. W. Barton also climbs the list as polling continues with results to be printed in Monday’s paper. C B Paulson remains in the lead.
Seattle’s representative in the Steamboat Yard league hung up their first win last night as Charlie Hulen defeated George Latshaw 250 to 1 in 60 innings. It was a close game throughout.
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