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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1917
Page
7
Freddie Welsh enters retirement plans in July after a tough loss to Renny Leonard in New York. The Briton aimed to retire undefeated and invest in a New Jersey health farm, but his ring decline and Leonard victories undermined the dream.
New York June 1 Ty Cobb fails to hit above .300 for the first time since becoming a regular with the Tigers. He collected one hit yesterday and dropped below the .300 mark marking a rare dip in a storied career.
Report says the Western Golf Association plans drastic changes including redefining amateur status and abolishing the stymie in match and medal play. The move challenges the USGA and could spark a split affecting national championships with Francis Ouimet invited as an amateur by the Western body and Chick Evans wavering toward Eastern rules.
The Seattle hired hands defeated Spokane 14 to 2 as Daniel Edward Dugdale’s squad overpowered pitcher Fitzpatrick in Spokane yesterday. The Northwestern league shows strength this season, challenging perceptions of minor leagues and sparking interest in a potential end-of-season interleague showdown.
Market report fragment shows prices around 106.08 with scattered notes. No clear entities or events readable.
The writer recalls a hard fought twenty round bout between Jimmy Britt and Young Corbett with Eddie Graney officiating. Britt, 146 pounds stripped, was cut to around 130 in three weeks of training, preserving speed and strength to win despite impressive weight loss and toughness from Corbett.
International baseball all leagues face setbacks as Ed G Barrow, Inter national League president, warns parks may close for a season to weather and war. He notes two Canadian clubs hit by the war spirit and cites North Carolina league dissolution while promising to finish this season if possible.
Jacinto Calvo, last season with Vancouver, warmed up for batting practice in San Francisco as Bill Steen urged him to bear down. Calvo pitched with terrific speed, drawing cheers from fans as his chest swelled with confidence.
A new voice replies to Jocko with a sharp remark about his pitching. The remark challenges his hitting and implies he may struggle against pitchers.
Vancouver defeats Butte club in a 3 12 23 match. Hunt, Kafora, Hoffman, Rus sell and Cadman credited with key plays in a high scoring contest.
Great Falls defeats Tacoma Tigers by seven points in a tighly contested game. Clark Pyler Harrington Bonner and Stevens starred for the victors as Great Falls improves its record.
Tommy Murphy of Kansas City Athletic Club proved the right man for the 135 pound national amateur crown. He defeated Eddie Quinn of Broadway High and Charley Parker of the Los Angeles Athletic Club, both toppled by Murphy's rough tactics. The meet crowned winners across weight classes with Murphy also claiming the 145 pound title after three fights. The event drew smaller crowds and athletes prepared to depart for home.
Record indicates Oregon will stage athletic events for 1917 18 similarly to normal terms. President issues a proclamation outlining plans and organization for the season.
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