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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1914
Page
7
Bill James and Bert Whaling teamed up for the first time this season as James pitched a superb game, but Boston fell 1 to 0. Clinclnnat was limited to two hits off the former Seattle star. A walk and a double produced the deciding run for Rede.
Frank Purcell writes to The Star sporting editor defending Seattle lightweight Johnny O Leary against Moy. Purcell says Moy earned a draw only in one of five San Francisco papers and predicts O Leary will decisively beat Moy in a planned 20 round clash at Coffroths.
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Seattle would host the Northwest intercollegiate championship if the University of Washington baseball team wins the Western division. A Washington victory would send Washington State College to Seattle for the deciding game at Dugdale’s field, arranged by Graduate Manager Harr for an afternoon cue when the Giants are on.
San Francisco May 14 report that promoter Sromeeat James W. Coffroth announced postponement of the Tommy Murphy Freddie Welsh bout until late June. Welsh has signed for a 10 round match with Jack Britton in New York on May 29, and Pollock requested the delay.
May 14 report states Chief Battiste the Indian pitcher signed by Portland in the Northwestern league this spring has been sold to the Helena club of the Union Association.
The Boston Americans announced the sale of catcher Nunamaker to the New York Highlanders on May 14.
A discus thrown by a Chinese student from the Lowell school struck Bayliss on the back of the head at Lincoln park, leaving him seriously injured. The incident underscores dangers at athletic events and prompts safety review.
Del Howard former president of the Gentlemen's Club of Kenny watches a San Francisco team in training at Boyes Springs. A pitcher, layered in multiple garments, is told to quit and run to the hotel so he can start again and be undressed by 11:30.
In American leagues Chicago and Washington see postponements while national routes and coast leagues report mixed results. Portland, Victoria and Seattle games produced wins as Portland fans are urged to thank Victoria for keeping the Colts from last place. yesterday Seattle plus Spokane and Tacoma posted scores.
American players in England for June championships show mixed form. Evans arrives improving, Ouimet and Francia struggle with overgolfing, Herreshoff off his game, Travers fair, Hale pressing to peak, Calmet feared. Hilton tops as veteran, favoring Travers and Evans over Culmet in prospects.
Robin Ward owner of the Brooklyn Federal league team declares he loves baseball for the game, not wealth, a remark likely to draw laughs from other moguls in Chicago. Also noted are Mike Donovan’s resignation as NYC Athletic Club boxing instructor and pension, a boxing match between Charley Young Weinert and Geo. Redel at the Broadway Sporting Club, and a retailer promoting tailored woolens from $25.00.
New York May 14 The Gunboat Smith Pattling Levinsky fight at Stadium A C. is moved back one week at the request of both camps. Smith, a heavyweight, is the favorite and bettors expect a knockout. Levinsky remains light heavyweight potential challenger.
Umpire Shuster, overcome by heat while officiating the Victoria Portland game, was taken to a hospital and is reported to be improving rapidly. The incident occurred yesterday as fans watched the regional match.
The Amateur Athletic Union seeks to raise 150000 dollars to cover expenses of United States competitors for the 1916 Berlin Olympic Games.
Manager Tealy Raymond predicts a pennant after yesterdays exhibition star Hulen moved from catching to first base boosting the club 50 percent. James returns to third base and the infield remains strong. Hulens catching pace and accurate throws boost defense as Martini Swan and Killilay anchor a powerful outfield.
President James A. Gilmore of the Federal league returned home and hinted at a possible surprise if the Federals win the Chief Johnson case. He suggested seven Cincinnati league players could be targets, saying the outcome would open the eyes of the public.
Bud Anderson leaves Portland for Vancouver British Columbia to complete his boat training with Bar rieau on May 25 after a two week stay in Portland. France and England offer a combined 500000 in prizes for aviators this year highlighting a 100000 top prize from the French League for Safety in the Air. United Bowling clubs of New York City plan to sail for Germany on July 2 for matches, with a championship tournament on 42 alleys in Berlin starting August 1.
South African sprinter G H Patching stands alone as the sole winner of the England 100 yard championship with a time of 945 seconds.
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