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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1919
Page
4
Lew Tendler pursues the lightweight title as rumors and contenders swirl. The Coast League notes irregulars surpassing 250 main hits, while Oakland struggles with pitching injuries and rising rivals threatening its first division hold.
The Seattle Chamber of Commerce starts the promotion for the Rainiers and Seals opening series with San Francisco on July 2. Organizers aim to set a league attendance record exceeding 1,200 as San Francisco's only series in Seattle this year draws strong local enthusiasm.
The Seattle team dominated early against Line ix, taking the first two games of the series last week as part of a seven game block.
The Portland series shows the Ver non Tigers closing the gap while Los Angeles must accelerate to defend the league lead. The Tigers display strong form and top-tier pitching, keeping them in pennant contention.
In San Francisco on June 26 the Seattle Siwashes overcame a three-run Oakland lead to win 6 to 5. Oakland opened with three runs in the first inning on bunched hits and an error by Gieichmann. Seattle answered with two in the sixth and one in the seventh, then three more in the eighth to seal the victory despite a rally by Oakland in the ninth.
Florence Sutton and Mrs. Henry of Los Angeles defeated Carmen Tarilton and Mrs. J. C. Cushing 6 4 6 4 in the women's doubles at Berkeley. Sutton also routed Mayme MacDonald of Seattle 6 0 6 0 in Pacific Northwest title play.
The column hints at a Dempsey Willard clash near Toledo after July 4 with fans buying $40 opera glasses and hoping for a big turnout. It notes Willard has slimmed down and places the arena four miles from Toledo, with $10 seats halfway to the action.
Sports writer Fred Turbyville argues Toledo should name the referee for the July 4 heavyweight title fight between Jess Willard and Jack Dempey. He notes Tex Rickard, boxing boards, Gov Cox, and local officials all influence the final choice and urges a prompt, incorrupt referee selection.
In Oakland on June 26 Kayo Kruvosky tired after round two and was mauled by Battling Ortega who won the decision. It was the third meeting of light heavyweights following two hard fought draws.
Sam Crawford, Angel slugger, leads the Coast league with a 367 average. Bil Ramier sits second at 363, while Pete Compton new outfielder star is at 351. Other locals include Diz Cunningham at 333 and French at a strong pace. Killefer heads runs with 67. Pinelli leads steals at 28. Griges 21 two-base hits. Fournier 11 three-base hits. Sheeley 14 homers. Kenworthy 19 sacrifices. All Comet league 260 hitters follow.
Junior trapshooting championship announced for the Grand American Handicap in Chicago August 11 to 16. The event, first its kind for boys under 18, will be held on August 13 with one trap. The American Trapshooting Association promotes youth participation to boost the sport.
Betty Brown vocally anticipates covering the July 4 boxing duel between World champion Jean Willard and challenger Jack Dempsey. She plans to observe daily workouts and report from ringside as the event unfolds for eager readers.
San Francisco defeated Salt Lake City 7 to 2 in Salt Lake City on June 26 securing a second straight win for the visitors. Batteries were Scott and Baldwin for San Francisco with Markle and Spencer catching.
Sacramento June 26 The Angels won the second game of the series from the Solons 4 to 2 in ten innings. Schults and Fittery combined on the mound for Los Angeles while Boles Larkin and Fisher supplied offense and defense.
June 26 report from San Francisco states John ny Schauer and Young France lightweights will clash in the main event at Dreamland tomorrow night Frankie Dennie and Bill Ehmke meet in the semi windup.
In Boise, Harry Gillum the Boise middleweight knocked out Frank Kruvosky of San Francisco in the second round of a 12 round scheduled fight. Seattle, staving off trouble, won a game against the Oaks in late innings, showing resolve and fan backing.
Detroit and St Louis game postponed due to wet grounds. Weather causing delays at the Detroit venue on June 26.
Vernon hit for power in a 8 to 3 victory as the Tigers defeated the Portland Beavers in Los Angeles. W. Mitchell, a former Detroit pitcher, debuted for the home club and kept the Beavers in check throughout the game. Batteries: Oldham Sutherland Reppy Baker for the Beavers and W. Mitchell De Vormer for the Tigers.
Salinas Jack Robinson defeated Rex Morris at the Association club last night in San Francisco.
Benny Leonard the world lightweight champion faces a planned stock market related move as he weighs retirement amid a Philadelphia event promoter's tease. The piece notes his title defense history since beating Freddie Welsh two years earlier and his complex public image.
The article notes promoters underestimated Tendler as Leonard refused to box if Tendler challenged. Over 15 000 fans paid one to three dollars to attend, with Leonard's gate share exceeding seven thousand. Billy Gibson faced a large side bet of ten thousand as wagers swirled around Tendler.
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