Les Darcy Remembered As American Hypocrisy Sinks
A column reflects on Australian middleweight Les Darcy after his death noting a shift in critics from praise to harsh judgment. It contrasts Darcy’s idolization in the U.S. with accusations of slackering, his wartime contributions, and the swift fall from glory as officials hindered bouts and his citizenship pursuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Les Darcy
Jack Dempsey
Darcey
America
Mick Hawce
Australia
Darcy
France
England
Germany
Carey
Gov
Whitman
New York
June 5 to Be Celebrated in All Ball Parks
National commission decides June 5 service registration day will see patriotic demonstrations at major league parks. Home clubs to hire bands to play music during games as part of the celebration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
National Commission
Clever Flyweight Arrives for Far Western Amateur Tourney
From Los Angeles comes an 108 pound flyweight who will clash with local opponents at the Far Western amateur show on May 30 and 31, bringing clever technique to the bout lineup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Seattle Giants sweep two from Beavers in Vancouver games
In Vancouver on May 25 the Seattle Giants beat Bob Brown's Beavers 9 3 in the morning with Paul Strand earning the win and 5 1 in the afternoon as Pat Eastley and Joe Dailey split the pitching. The doubleheader featured timely hits and a notable running catch by Jack Goldie as Seattle maintained control throughout.
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Vancouver
B. C
Seattle Giants
Bob Brown
Beavers
Paul Strand
Pat Eastley
Joe Dailey
Seattle
Strand
Dalley
Hamilton
Jack Goldie
AB. R. H.too. A
Murphyr
Cardner
Carman
Geltie
Cunningham
T. Cunningham
ARK Wepo
KB Wolfer
E Bennett
Marmilton
Frown
Cub
Beattie
Lard
Conningham
Lardner
Murphy
Merve
Clink
Cusak
Beattle
PO. A
Lwert
iMurphy
Gardner
Oldie
Moree
Flennett
Brown
Atekke
Hood
Cadman
Acosta
Vancoouver
Harmiston
W Cunningham
Stokke
Bennett
Brokke
Gilroy Wins City Three-Cushion Championship Opener
Johnny Gilroy defeated Joe Schermer 35 to 11 at Brown and Hulen's in a decisive first match of the city three-cushion championship series. A large crowd witnessed Gilroy's remarkable shots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnny Gilroy
Joe Schermer
Brown & Hulen's
Gilroy
Value Your Watch Let Haynes Repair It
Advertisement urges readers to value their timepieces and have Haynes repair watches, promoting trusted service and craftsmanship for proper maintenance and extended life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haynes
Liberty Theatre
Last track meet before war in the little 19 circuit staged
The Illinois intercollegiate annual was held in Peoria on May 25 as the last track meet until after the war. Athletes competed for titles in the little 19 circuit during the wartime pause.
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Peoria
Ill
Sunday Shoot for Hi Everding Trophy at Green Lake
A 560 target handicap shoot for the Everding silver cup, presented by Hi Everding of Portland, will be held Sunday morning at 19 o clock for Green Lake Gun club members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hi Everding
Portland
Green Lake Gun Club
Darcy's Body Likely Sent Home to Australia
In Memphis on May 25 1926 Les Darcy's body will probably be sent to West Maitland Australia. A telegram was sent to his parents and the body will be held pending their instructions. Also noted a Seattle meeting where ball park band concerts were approved for Saturdays at 14th and East Jefferson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill James
California
Ves
Seattle
N. W
James
Braves
Darcy
Memphis
Les Darcy
West Maitland
Australia
Seattle Shipbuilders’ League
14Th
East Jefferson
Bean Ball Enforcements Extend to Baseball Pitches
Chicago May 25. The National Commission will suspend any pitcher found purposely throwing at a baseman head ending beaning talk in the big leagues. Babe Ruth of the Boston Red Sox says he will push to reach a 30 win mark this season. Ruth is praised as a strong pitcher and hitter capable of driving the ball hard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James
Dugdale
Boston
Braves
Boston Wonder
Big Bill
Chicago
National Commission
Babe” Ruth
Boston Sox
Ruth
College Heads Favor Athletics
United Press reports deans and college leaders across the country largely favor resuming athletics after the first draft. Most see athletic training as beneficial to military preparation, with leaders from Penn, Dartmouth, Wisconsin, Michigan, Northwestern, Vanderbilt, Syracuse, Colgate and Chicago supporting sports and a few opposing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
New York
Arthur Hobson Quinn
University of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Quinn
Campi Departs For California After Seattle Stay
Eddie Campi known as Caruso leaves Seattle for his California home. He will register on June 5 and then return to Seattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie Campi
Caruso
Dan Salt
California
Seattle
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