Oaks Hammer Indians in Coast league clash for third
Oakland’s Oaks walloped the Seattle Indians to pull even for third place as Los Angeles Vernon and Angeles press the pace. Portland and Sacramento battle for position while Oakland’s Harry Gardner and Alien contribute solid pitching and power as the Coast race tightens.
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Nebraska Ring Law Popular
A new boxing law effective July 25 allows bouts with six ounce gloves and requires licensing for clubs in cities under 100,000 population. Clubs pay 25 or 50 dollars, plus a 5 cent gate tax, with supervision by the department of public welfare. Referees must be licensed and physicians certify competitors within three hours of match start.
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Yost to Lead Athletics at Michigan Amid Praise
Fielding H. Yost, famed for the speed and success of his football teams, is named dean of all athletics at Ann Arbor. Since 1901 his teams have dominated, earning the nickname Hurry Up, and he aims to expand his drive to all Michigan athletes while balancing coaching with business interests.
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Pacific Coast
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Should Johnson Fight Debate Sparks Dempsey Johnson Clash
Readers urge a Johnson versus Dempsey fight while debating race and past records. Contributors argue for Johnson challenges, Dempsey decisions, or pre fights against other contenders. Public sentiment centers on whether the champion should fight Johnson now and under what terms.
Letter J Stays With The Champs In Heavyweight Line
The piece notes a curious pattern among world heavyweight champions under Queensberry rules all have names starting with J except Bob Fitzsimmons. It lists John L Sullivan John L Sullivan later champions and notes Jim Corbett, Robert Fitzsimmons, Jim Jeffries, Jack Johnson, Jess Willard, Jack Dempsey as J-named titleholders.
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Jim Corbett
Robert Fitzsimmons
Jim Jeffries
Jack Johnson
Jeas Willard
Jack Dempsey
Star Champs Beat Woodmen 17-1 in Class A clash
The Three Brothers Dye Works team secured a decisive 17 to 1 victory over Woodmen of the World. George Setzer pitched a three hit game while Harry Speidel and Poynter led the offense for the champions.
Georgetown Cubs Defeat Kennydale 7-4 On Slugging Ninth
The Georgetown Cubs of The Star league beat Kennydale 7 to 4 yesterday at Kennydale. Heavy eighth inning hitting secured the win for Georgetown.
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Richards Wins Tennis Title in Indianapolis
Vin cent Richards of Yonkers New York defeated Walter Hayes of Chicago former holder to win the Western tennis singles championship in Indianapolis by scores of 61 64 6 2 yesterday Hayes took the second set but Richards shook off the challenge to claim the title at the tournament venue in July.
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Franklin backed turkey as American national bird
The article notes Benjamin Franklin preferred the turkey over the eagle as the United States national symbol. It discusses his views on the bird's traits and his suggestion during the founding era.
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Billiard Players to Meet in Detroit to Form National Association
Hundreds of billiard enthusiasts will gather in Detroit on July 25 to establish a national billiard association governing both professionals and amateurs. A national commission will be named, likened to baseball’s model, with a chief commissioner potentially as powerful as Judge Landis. Possible candidates include Reed Landis and John K Tener.
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Banfield to Attempt Cross Bay Swim From West Seattle
Banfield, noted long distance swimmer, will attempt a cross bay swim tomorrow morning. He plans to begin from a dock in West Seattle at 10 50 a m and aim for the Virginia street dock with a rowboat pilot from Crystal Pool.
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Crystal Pool
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Pacific Indians Open Big Gun Shoot at Fort Lawton
The Pacific Indians begin their big gun shoot at the Fort Lawton grounds of the Seattle Gun Club today.
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Portland Club Changes Hands in Coast League Sale
John P. F. Kelly of San Francisco announced he acted as agent in purchasing the Portland Coast League baseball club for 125000 dollars, with the sale reported in Portland on July 18.
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John PF. Kelly
San Francisco
Portland Coast League
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Big crowd eyed for Pacific coast smoker at Arena
A large local and statewide audience is expected at the Arena Thursday night for a card headlined by Battling Orega versus Jimmy Darcy for the Pacific coast middleweight title. The semi main features Frankie Rodgers against Clare Hromeo, with top heavies Bill Bethel and Johnny Hogan in a special attraction. Also on the bill are Frank Pantiey versus Dick McGafferty and Owen Roberts versus Young Browne.
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Jimmy Darcy
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Jimmy Malone
Frankie Rodgers
Clare Hromeo
Rodgers
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Young Browne
Baseball News From The Leagues In Various Trades
Outfielder Cooper of Oakland set a record with ten put outs in a game against Seattle, a Cemst league mark, while Shorten of Province ected held 153 put outs in 1915. Joe Rehepter of Louisville collected 13 chances without an error in St Paul, tying major league third baseman records. Holden of Baltimore quit the Orioles after salary dispute. Perrin of Michigan signed by Boston Red Sox for a tryout. Giants bought pitcher Proctor from Columbia club of the South Atlantic league. Cocklin of Columbia Moose signed by the De-. St Louis Cardinals tryout shortstop Beau ben Cohen, who changed his name to Ewing, showing promise as a ball player.
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Beavers and Vernon Tigers Split Doubleheader in Los Angeles
The Beavers and Vernon Tigers split a July doubleheader with Portland winning 4 to 1 in the opener and Vernon taking the nightcap 9 to 6. Batteries featured Coleman Quissenberry Johnson Baker and Mitchell Dell Murphy with lines showing varied runs and fielding.
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Ingraham Captures Oregon Title in Singles Final
Will Ingraham of Oakland Rhode Island defeated Phil Bettens of San Francisco to win the Oregon state singles championship in Portland. Mrs Bragdon and Miss MacDonald won the women's doubles, while Mrs Bragdon and Wallace Scott took the mixed doubles crown.
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San Francisco
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Womep
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Indians May Play Vancouver Beavers in Canadian City
The Beadte Coast League team may face the Vancouver Beavers in Vancouver on August 1 as part of an open date for the Indians. President Bob Brown of the Vancouver club oversees workouts for the potential game. A large crowd is expected if the game is played in the Canadian city.
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Bob Brown
George M Cohan Turns To Baseball After Theatre Feud
New York report says George M Cohan has quit the theatre over a dispute with Actors Equity, calling his future a baseball venture. He reveals he almost bought the Giants years ago and insists he will own a club but not run it. He criticizes the closed shop clause and predicts a forthcoming strike from actors while planning a vacation abroad.
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Actors’ Equity Association
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Frisco Takes Pair of Games in Coast League Doubleheader
San Francisco topped Sacramento 6 to 0 in the opener and 14 to 6 in the nightcap to widen its lead in the Coast league pennant race. Crumpler and Yelle pitched the first game with Shea and Cook behind the bats. in the second, Scott and Agnew, Fittery, Kunz, Penner and Elitert led the attack.
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Highland Park In Play Off In City Junior Baseball
Highland Park forfeited a playoff game against Highland Park White Star Athletic and surrendered a shot at the Star Cup round robin. Eckart Cigar Co Three ers Dge Works Cubs Gear Cubs and the White Stars will compete in the round robin. managers meet at The Star office at 7 p.m. to arrange playoff plans.
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Yale Swimmers Defeat Olympic Club at Idora Park
Yale University swimmers beat Olympic Club by 93 to 17 at Idora Park in Lou Oakland on July 18. Team performance showcased strong pace and dominant lanes. Local sports observers highlighted Yale's clear victory and wide point margin.
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U. University
Idora Park
Ridley Off For Canada In Pacific Coast Freight Championship
Bud Ridley, Pacific coast freight champion, leaves tonight for Vancouver where he will meet Edwards of Oakland in the smoker day night event.
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