Seals Face Pitching Woes Amid Injury List
San Francisco Seals struggle as injuries and slumps thin their pitching staff. Regulars Sam Agnew and Willie Kamm sit out, while Johnny Couch, Sam Lewis and Herb McQuaid lead a fragile rotation. Lefty Schroeder departs Portland to pitch in California for the rest of the year.
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Golden Gate
Detroit Tigers
San Francisco
Herb McQuaid
Jordan
Jim Scott
Los Angeles
Reed Agnew
Seal
Sam Agnew
Willie Kamm
Charley Graham
Lefty
Schroeder
Portland
McCredie
Seri
California
Bantam Champion Bud Ridley Shines in Coast Ring Return
Bud Ridley coast bantamweight champion returned home to headline at Liberty Park, drawing with Karl Baird in a fast-paced main event. Ridley used a sharp left jab and body hooks, while Baird edged ahead in the fourth round. Jim Flynn defeated Steve Reynolda in the semi windup, Eddie Moore impressed, and Roy Mason topped Moore in a 16-pound weight swing. The boxing commission scrapped the judge system, pleasing the crowd with Ad Schacht officiating.
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Karl Baird
Liberty Park
Ridley
Baird
Dad
Pornto
Bud
Jim Flynn
Pueblo
Steve Reynolda
Reynolds
Jim
Steve
Eddie Moore
Bud Manning
Centralia
Roy Mason
Tacoma
Kid Lavigne
Joe Wopp
Bud Oliver
Chanley Davidson
Boxing Commission
Ad Schacht
Locals Take Third Tilt 5 to 4 In Close Series Game
Seattle won a third game of the series by 5 to 4 after a late Oaks rally fell just short. Eldred, Hite and Knight delivered key hits as Arlett, Walter and Lane contributed in the ninth inning. Pitching featured Seibold and Holling with several walks and stolen bases by Middleton and Walter.
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Oaks
the Oaks
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Arlett
Milae
Eldred Hite
Knight
Lane
Baldwin
Hite
A. Arlett
Walter
Balle
Sei
Holling
Seibold
Rane
Middleton
Kenworthy
Murphy Phyle
Fason
Angels Do Well in Salt Lake Baseball Note
The Angels perform well in Salt Lake with long hits and solid pitching. Buck Weaver of the White Sox is praised by Swede Risberg for hitting and fielding excellence. The Indians and Yankees are mentioned as top contenders for the American League title.
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Salt Lake
Los Angeles
Utah Park
Buck Weaver
Chicago White Sox
Swede Risberg
White Sox
San Francisco
Weaver
Saya
Cleveland Indians
New York Yanks
Alex Alexander Noted For Wild Pitch Theory With Cubs
Umpire Charley Rigler suggests Grover Alexander's enhanced speed and sharper curves boost his effectiveness for the Cubs this year. He says Alexander's control is looser than in 1915, turning wild pitches into strategic unpredictability and possibly the best year of his career.
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Grover Alexander
Cubs
Charley Rigler
Alex
Detroit Tigers rally loyal fans despite spring woes
Umpire George Hilderbrand credits loyal Detroit fans for supporting the Tigers during a rough spring. He says the fans’ steadfast attendance is the city’s biggest advertisement, even as the team endures a lengthy losing streak.
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Detroit
George Hilderbrand
Tigers
Boxing talk swirls around Fulton Dempsey and other stars
Veteran trainer Chet Metnt discusses Fred Fulton versus Jack Dempsey in potential rematch scenarios. He notes Fulton’s power but fragile defense, compares him to Thompson, and mentions plans for Bud Manning, Tiny Herman, Andre Anderson, Johnny McCarthy, Travie Davis, and Sergeant Bunker. O'Dowd Ortega and Wilson are also in focus as title implications loom.
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Fred Fult&h
Minnesota
Jack Dempsey
Bud Manning
Liberty Park
Fulton
Jack Thompson
Portland
Thompson
Fred
Tom O'Rourke
Big Fred
Dempsey
Tiny Herman
Tacoma
Andre Anderson
Hector
Clay Hite
Herman
McIntyre
Hite
Johnny McCarthy
Travie Davis
Everett
Sergeant Bunker
San Francisco
Anderson
Bunker
Bevo Kruvosky
Mike O'Dowd
Ortega
Rose City
O'Dowd
Johnny Wilson
Mike
Wilson
Tennis Glory Drives Beattie Tennis Club Meet
Frederick & Nelson sales manager vf Mergen has donated a trophy for the state tennis championships opening next week at Hemmit and Madison. The tournament begins Monday June 1 with finals late in the month. Williams, 1918 titleholder in women singles, may defend though matches depend on entries. Noted players include Anderson Haven Cheencey, Rabaham, McCormack, Callum, Alien, Apelde, Crawford, MacInnis, Marian, and young Ram Russell teaming with Cap Pringle in doubles.
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Cheencey
Rabam
Bret Rocket
Seattle
Lake Washington
Roerie
A. B. MacInnis
Playfield
Arman Marian
City
Marian
Bathie Mashy
Ram Russell
Cap Pringle
Beattie Tennis Club
Russells
Leonard and Tendler in contention for title clash
Renny Leonard seeks a rematch with Lew Tendler as Billy Gibson offers 67.5? to back a bout at 11 rounds with a 10 decision. Gibson compares terms to Leonard's prior earnings against Welch and Welsh versus Ritchie, signaling negotiations for a championship fight.
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Lew Tendler
Billy Gibson
Tendler
Gibson
Leonard
Tencher
Welch
T Welsh
Willie Ritchie
Landen
Good Ball Tossers Tie Up in Terre Haute
Mordecai Crown laments lack of first class players in Terre Haute Indiana and says clubs across the country hold onto good talent. Uncle Nick Altrock jokes about aging and coaching while vowing to keep in the game as lines blur with age. The piece ends noting the US population and land share.
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Ind
Mordecai Crown
Mordecai
Nick Altrock
Nick
No Smarter Ball Now Says Clarke
Clarke criticizes modern baseball saying players lack interest and hustle, comparing today’s teams to early eras. He argues big salaries and distractions have not produced smarter play and laments the changing lineup and personalities versus the old days.
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Clarke
Fred Clarke
O11
Wred
Chance
Cubs
Giants
McGrad
Parl Caddock Takes Up Golf After War Weariness
The wresting scene notes Parl Caddock catching the golf bug for rest and revival. He plans a spring return after time off, seeking diversion and exercise to cope with fatigue from wartime work and recovery. Benny Leonard is mentioned as a potential influence.
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Parl Caddock
Karl Eaye
Benny Leonard
Ballard Beavers Sign George Fraser for Interbay Clash
The Ballard Beavers enlist former Ballard high school pitcher George Fraser for Sunday's game against Interbay Juniors at Mercer Field. Fraser aims to fill the gap left by Burgh and MeLaughlin, who joined Bumson mill team. Ballard seeks a fourth straight win to stay level with Mt. Baker Juniors.
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George Fraser
Ballard High School
Interbay
Mercer Field
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Burgh
Melaughlin
Bumson Mill
Fraser Ian
Thallard
Mt. Baker
Cobb and Jackson Duel For Hitting Pace In Local Play
Ty Cobb is described as faster than Joe Jackson while Jackson relies on power. The piece notes Cobb’s speed and hitting, with Jackson aiming to lead in hitting yet favoring team success. Sunday games feature Feliz club and Tailored Ready at Lincoln playfield, with other matchups at B F Day and Alki.
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Ty Cobb
Joe Jackson
Jackson
Joe
Cobb
Ballard
Mr. Baker
Feliz Club
Tailored Ready
Lincoln
Felix Club
Bob Thorburn
Don Hunter
Clothiers
City Cubs
Greenwood Cubs
Spartan A. C
Alki
Shamrock Club
Rainier Valley
Madison Park
Cavalier
Sporting of the Star
Ruth hits 19th homer in Chicago
In Chicago on June 18 Babe Ruth hit his 19th homer of the season off Claude Williams a Chicago left hander. Ruth swung at a fast ball in the fourth inning sending it over the right field wall and driving in two runs as his club led the game.
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Chicago
Babe” Ruth
Claude Williams
Babe
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