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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1920
Page
4
The rumor mill over big league manager changes proves unreliable as several anticipated moves fail to materialize. Jennings quits Detroit, Barrow leaves Boston for New York Yankees, and Connie Mack remains uncertain. Multiple teams muse over successors while others make surprise shifts.
New York commentary argues Canadians rise in sports with Lipton challenge sailing and a 75000 dollar purse for the Man o War Sir Barton race. The writer predicts Canadians will steadily improve and push the United States to maintain strong amateur sport, welcoming healthy competition.
Boston writer Tommy Robson praises Harry Greb as tireless and a perpetual motion boxer whose jabs hooks and uppercuts come in nonstop. He notes Greb is not a power puncher but would trouble Dempsey and might give him a tougher fight than many opponents despite a weight disadvantage.
The Star city basketball league holds its second meeting at the Star office Wednesday night to form the permanent organization for the season. Teams planning to participate must attend. Star will provide floors and referees while elected officers govern league operations.
Henry Farrell reports football’s breadline stretched across regions as Princeton, Notre Dame, Ohio State, and Georgia Tech lead. Illinois pulled from the line by Wisconsin, Ohio State atop the West, Notre Dame down Indiana, and Georgia Tech seen as Southern favorites.
Bill Johnston of California and Bill Tilden of Philadelphia stopped in Seattle on their way to Australia and demonstrated tennis at Crystal Pools. Johnston defeated Tilden 6-4 4-6 6-4 in the exhibition, with strong forehand and backhand play highlighted.
Frank Lahey aged 22 was struck on the head by a baseball during a game in Jersey City New Jersey. He walked to a hospital then collapsed unconscious and died from the injury.
Washington's football team lost 20 to 0 to Oregon as captain Pig Thi Steers scored all points for the visitors. The Huskies have four straight losses and have yet to score in conference play this season. Dartmouth visits in two weeks, presenting a tougher test for Coach Aliixon and his squad.
A Paris club plans to imitate the National Sporting Club and form the National Boxing Club of France. It will feature a clubroom and a large boxing hall for weekly bouts and occasional big matches, with a high subscription to support premises.
Sessatogia Min Nov 15. Mrs. Mary C. Solomon aged 93 wins first prize at the De Soto county fair for being the most accomplished horsewoman.
Chief among the fresh fruits exported from the United States are apples lemons and oranges. The report highlights these commodities as top US exports with strong demand abroad, reflecting robust agricultural sales and trade momentum.
Tiert Lamb earns a trial with Louie Crowns next year after a stint in the Western league. Art Mauger, a young outfielder from Moose Jaw, earns Malt Lake approval and may return for Bees trials. Harry Daubert held by New Orleans for Cinemont Nationals. Nit Leard released by the Victoria Pacific club. Victoria wins the J L league title as Wicked Willie’s fate remains unclear. Joe Birmingham released as manager of Mittefield in the Masters league. League directors consider schedule changes. Jonas Koa eyed as third baseman for the Vippere. Beha, White Sox catcher, tallies 1964 games with a strong batting line. Oneter Alotesten linked to the New York Giants after Milwaukee pickup. Snyder and Conraies to depart as catching staff. Five no hitters in Boothers league last year with Tom Sheehan, Jeheey Svece, Joe Thorburn and Zeke Lebman among others.
Clay Hite completes his card for the inaugural American Legion emok event to be held Tuesday night at Crystal Pool. The card lists matchups including Alex Trambit versus Jimmy Storey and others across divisions with noted opponents.
Amazing interest in collegiate football grows beyond alumni circles as top schools plan expansion of stadiums and interconference schedules. Yale builds larger bowls while Ohio State Columbia and Princeton seek broader public appeal and annual cross‑country matchups with major rivals. Navy adds Princeton and Penn State. Army maintains Notre Dame series. Dartmouth travels to Washington and future Pasadena plans surface.
Summary of early college football scores across teams including Pullman upset of Oregon Farmers 24 to 6, Dartmouth defeating Pennsylvania 44 to 7, Cornell over Columbia 24 to 7, Wisconsin over Illinois, Michigan State and others with varying margins, and Georgia Tech routing Georgetown 25 to 6 amid a season of close title race implications and shifting standings.
The Bremerton team edged the Walla Walla Eagles 6-0 as a late forward pass produced the winning points. Standout drives featured Bob Corbett at right half and Don Gawne directing the Eagles offense. Ed Long and Bill Wilkins battled in the backfield while Russ Rathbun filled in at end.
London reports a sharp rise in gambling by women during the 1920 racing season. A survey shows over 100 betting commissioners now cater exclusively to women, reflecting growing female participation in wagering.
Thomas Lipton's yacht Shamrock IV, defeated in the 1920 America's Cup races, lies forlorn in a City Island shipyard with all equipment removed.
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