Boxing and sports notes from the Northwest arena scene
Gleason and Chet discuss a San Francisco bout as La Rue looms for a Southern state clash while Anderson tops the Northwestern lightweight field in a pro style bout plan. Walter McCredie’s shortstops rise with Hollocher seen as a future big leaguer. Golf rivals Gavin and Sterling headline American England golf war in the Metro scene with Sterling as a dark horse.
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Gleason
San Francisco
Fat” la Rue
Willie Meehan
Seattle
California
Chet
Dee Mecintyre
Henry
Kilbane to Box Benny Leonard in Philadelphia bout
Johnny Kilbane and Benny Leonard will box six rounds in Philadelphia on July 23. The match is set for a six round bout between the two welterweight contenders.
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Kilbane
Benny Philadelphia
Johnny Kilbane
Benny Leonard
Tigers Sell Downey to Great Falls
The Tigers sold second baseman Downey to the Great Falls club. The deal transfers Downey to a new team in the league, with terms not disclosed.
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Tigers
Downey
Tacoma
Great Falls
Dundee to Box Jackson in New York Tonight
New York June 29 Johnny Dundee will box Willie Jackson there tonicht in a scheduled bout. Dundee seeks victory to boost his standing in the lightweight ranks against Jackson at the local arena.
Pirates May Get New Boss
Pittsburg on June 29 reports say Barney Dreyfuss may seek a new manager for the Pirates who sit in the National League cellar. Rumors link Hans Wagner to the job and Jimmy Callahan could be released as fans condemn the club’s brand of ball.
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United Pree
Pittsburg
Barney Dreyfees
Pirates
Hans Wagner
Jimmy Callahan
Callahan
Abe Gordon Not Defeated by Young Harris in Denver
A sports fan writes that Abe Gordon did not beat Young Harris in Denver, challenging Abe's claimed victory. The note questions the outcome of the match and asserts Gordon’s loss or unclear result in the event.
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Abe
Abe Gordon
Young Harris
Denver
Bunny Brief to Join Louisville From Pittsburgh
Louisville dispatch reports Bunny Brief, first sacker, will come here from Pittsburgh on the upcoming roster changes. The move strengthens the lineup as the club seeks to boost its offensive depth for the season.
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Louisville
Bunny" Brief
Pittaburg
Bill Leard Injured In Butte Melee As Giants Fall
The Seattle Giants lost 7 to 3 to Butte as Bill Leard, Giants manager, sustained a shoulder injury during a melee with Rabbit Gharrity. Leard, recently sold to Brooklyn for season end, is expected out. Cliff McCarl’s revamped Butte lineup dominated the game. Spokane toppled Vancouver 5 to 1 and Tacoma led Northwestern standings with a 3 to 1 win over Great Falls.
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Walter McCredie
Portland
Roger Peckinpaugh
McCredie
Peckinpaugh
Cleveland
van Olson
Brooklyn
Dave Bancroft
Phillies
Chuck Ward
Charley Hollocher
Hollocher
Bill Leard
Giant
Butte
Seattle
Cliff McCarl
Giants
Brooklyn Nationals
Rabbit’ Gharrity
Tacoma
Great Falls
Schroeder
Seals Pitcher Red Oldham Missing. Police Search Underway
San Francisco June 29 players note that Charles Red Oldham the Seals pitcher has disappeared. His wife asks police to search after he left home Wednesday evening for Oakland and has not returned. She is described as distraught.
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San Francisco
Charles
Red") Oldham
Seals
Oakland
Duthies Set To Face Skinner & Eddy In Seattle Clash
The undefeated J F Duthie & Co team from Seattle Shipbuilders League prepares for a crucial home game against Skinner & Eddy at the new Seattle ball park. Tensions run high as rivals claim the Duthie leaders show cockiness while others expect a heated, rain soaked showdown.
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J. F. Duthie & Co
Seattle Shipbuilders
Parker
Skinner & Eddy
Charley Schmutz
Burgee
Seattle Construction and Dry Dock Co
Charley Ulmer
Walter Mails
Seattle Ball Park
Duthie Boys
Seattle
P. L
Duthie
Parker and Mails
Fat La Rue to Box Rector in Four Rounds
Fat La Rue will box Battling Rector for four rounds in San Francisco on July 1 under United Press Leased Wire. event date, venue listed with known ring names and match terms.
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United Press
San Francisco
Fat" la Rue
Rector
Fishing to Be Good in July With Favorable Weather
With good weather expected, BAY experts say fishing in nearby rivers and lakes should be very productive on July 4. Local anglers anticipate strong catches and accessible spots across the region.
Woodland Park Meet Draws 100 Players in Fifth Annual Event
More than 100 tennis players have entered the fifth annual Woodland Park meet, highlighting a strong turnout as competitors prepare for this year’s event.
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Woodland Park
Sam Langford Arrested on Trainer Payment Complaint
Sam Langford was arrested after Pete Walker accused him of refusing to pay for training services. Police reported the complaint and detainee status.
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Sam Langford
Pete Walker
Sam
Stacy Shown Club Meets Shaner and Wolff in Ballard
The Stacy Shown ball club plays Shaner and Wolff aggregation in Ballard on Sunday at 3 p m. The matchup features two local teams in a close contest setting.
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Stacy Shown
Shaner & Wolff Aggregation
Ballard
Hoppe Beats Campbell In Four Round Sacramento Bout
Willie Hoppe defeated Ray Campbell in a four round match held in Sacramento. The bout featured Hoppe’s sharp defense and quick counters as Campbell pressed throughout.
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Willie Hoppe
Ray Campbell
Sacramento
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