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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Oct 27, 1919

Page

4

Washington Faces Oregon on Denny Field Saturday

Washington prepares for a stiff test against the University of Oregon at Denny Field as Coach Hunt's squad aims to prove its mettle after a strong but misleading win over Whitman. The 25 veteran Oregon squad and star players like Steers, Jacoberger, Branden, and Huntington prepare to challenge Washington's defense led by captain Erve Dailey.

Washington Oregon Whitman Leoh Lassen Washington Hunt University of Oregon Denny Seattle Boys Seattle Navy Shy” Huntington Ashington California Call Jacoberker Branden Edige Holli«tington Pennsylvania Pasadena Neis Jacoberger Merle Blake Tkfield Kington Erve Dailey Seattle Grid Erve

Army Captain Fails to Win Regular Squad Place

At West Point Alexander George the captain and quarterback cannot secure a regular position. After trial at end, he still trails Withide for quarterback and has not proven himself as fullback Charles McQuarrie has filled in since the early game. Coaches are giving George chances to win a spot but doubts remain.

Army West Point Alexander George George Texas Agricultural and Mechanical School Middlebury College George, Who Is A Quarterback, Would Be Unable To Displace Withide Charles McQuarrie Feat Planter R Bury

Butler Must Hang On To Ball After Coach Warns

A local game recap notes Butler’s rough handling of a punt and a fumble risk. It cites his speed in hitting the line but warns the guard to secure the ball to avoid yardage loss and potential defeat to Oregon.

Oregon Butler

Promoter Sparks Bouts Ahead in Detroit and Newark

Promoter Joe Mulvihill plans a Benny Leonard linked card in Detroit with Phil Hioom and Metrie earnings reported at 69.40 and 6410 dollars respectively. Benny Walgers KO over Jerry Mil sparks offers, including a Joe Benjamin clash. Willie Jackson vs Tommy Tuckey set for Newark on November 3. Johnny Dundee wary of Benny Leonard bout amid promoter activity.

Renny Laonerd Phil Hioom Detroit Metrie Johnny Dundee Benny Leonard Joe Mulvihill New Maven Benny Walgers Jirmomy Mil Joe Benamin Willie Jackson Tommy Tuckey Newark

Line Up Preview for Saturday's Coast Tilt

Coach Hunt fields a stout forward trio with Bill Grimm as a key tackle and Ted Faulk at end. Washington touts strong reserves led by Ray Eckmann midget back and Townsend as capable help in the backfield. Bob Abel replaces Ross Williams at quarterback and Ken Bartlett with Bas Williams will man tackles as Oregon Saturday brings a new line for Seattle fans.

Hunt Bill Grimm Big Bill Ted Faulk Washington Ray Eckmann Dailey Eckmann Townsend Butler Waechter Dave Logg Logg Hyndmann Ken Bartlett Bas Williams Pennsy Oregon Williams Seattle

Spokane Referee George Varnell to officiate Saturday game

George Varnell of Spokane will referee Saturday's game. The note questions why a Spokane official is needed after Tracey Strong's handling of Saturday's match and suggests Varnell might be a better choice.

George Varnell Spokane Tracey Strong Varnell Strong

Lafayette to Host Middle States Intercollegiate Cross Country

Lafayette College Easton Pennsylvania will host the Middle States Intercollegiate cross country meet on November 8. Bob Crawford a former American scholastic champion will compete with the Lafayette squad of runners.

Lafayette College Easton Bob Crawford Lafayette Hill and Dale Men

Major Squads Plan to Swap Shortfielders

Major league clubs plan winter trades focusing on shortstops Everett Scott and Donie Bush are set to swap between Boston and Detroit with Bush possibly landing with Chicago. Giants manager McGraw proposes moves for Rabbit Maranville from Boston Braves while cash terms slow the deal. St Louis Cardinals’ Rogers Hornsby is also targeted by several clubs in talks.

Boston Red Sox Detroit Tigers Everett Scott Donie Bush Chicago White Sox McGraw Giants Boston Braves Rabbit Maranville Grant Roger Hornsby St. Louis Cardinals

Freshmen Sports Signups at Harvard Reach 260

Of Harvard's 525 freshmen, 260 have signed for organized sport. Rowing accounts for 114, football 65, track 33, baseball 22, cross country 18, and soccer 9. Additionally 49 others intend to study military science.

Harvard

Hod Eller Stands Out As Fast Pacing NL Ace

Star catcher Rariden says Hod Eller can throw as fast as Walter Johnson and tops all National League pitchers. Eller dazzled in the World Series with supreme speed and control, earning high praise from veterans who compare him to the greats and predict he will set lasting pitching records.

Eller Johnson Rariden Walter Johnson Hod Eller Cincinnati Hod Comiskey Park

Standout World Series Plays Highlight Two Plays

PECORD TR? notes two key World Series plays: Schalk’s headfirst tag at the plate off a throw from the outfield, and Roush’s catch of Lethold’s long drive. It also discusses Maranville’s Giants ambition, Polo Grounds expansions to seat 45,000, and various baseball and football notes with names like Moranville, Horneby, Ruth, and Dunn.

Clarence Rowland Schalk Roush Lethold

Big Gridiron Scores Across the Nation This Saturday

Colgate edged Princeton 7 0 while Washington and Jefferson toppled Syracuse 15 0. Army defeated Boston College 13 0 and Middies beat Bucknell 21 6. Ohio State upset Michigan 15 years, Wisconsin beat Indiana 14 10, Stanford toppled Oregon State 14 6, Washington State beat California 14 10, and Utah Agricultural 19 Montana 0 in mud.

Colgate Princeton Washington Jefferson Syracuse Glen Warner Pittsburgh Army Boston College Gil Doble Middies Bucknell Navy Middle West Ohio State Chick” Harley Michigan Whitconsin Tilinoia Utah Agricultural College Montana Aggies Utah

Babe Ruth to Star in Winter League in California

Promoters in California announce Babe Ruth of the Boston Red Sox will star for a mid winter league in the region. He is said to have accepted a contract to play for the Vernon entry and to be paid about 500 dollars per game. The league would schedule two or three games weekly as other major league players join.

Babe Ruth Brooklyn Los Angeles Cal California Boston Red Sox Vernon

Baker Targets Two Yank ing Champs for Big Tilts

Promoter Snowy Baker plans high profile bouts in Australia featuring Pete Herman and Benny Leonard. He seeks Leonard to meet Lew Edwards, the Kangaroo lightweight champion, and Herman to meet Vince Blackburn Australian champion. Baker may boost offers to entice fights amid home boxing prosperity.

Fred Tubbyville Snowy Baker Pete Herman Benny Leonard Pete Antipodes Vince Blackburn Leonard Lew Edwards Kangarooland Edwards Manila Lew Herman Baker Nlerman Wilde Australia Frita Holland George Cook Sydney Stadium Cook Holland Harry Stone

Coast Leaguer May Lead Team in Big Circuit

Vernon manager Bill Ersick, who captained the Vernon Tigers to a Coast League pennant, is mentioned as a possible successor to Wilbur Robinson as pilot of the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Bill Ersick Vernon Pilot Vernon Tigers Bill Ie Wilbur Robinson Brooklyn Dodgers

International Golf Tourney Planned Across Four Cities

An international golf tournament for top professionals from the United States and Great Britain is planned for the 1920 season. The event would move through four cities over four weeks, with a $40,000 purse split as $10,000 from New York Philadelphia Chicago and Detroit, Pittsburg ready to substitute as needed. Foreign stars invited include Britain's Vardom Ray Braid Taylor Mitchell Duncan Maseey and Herd the French players.

Great Britain New York Philadelphia Chicago Detroit Pittsburg Britain Vardon Ray Braid Taylor Mitchell Duncan England Maseey Herd

Rivers Faces Strong Mexican Challenger in Local Ring Return

Mexican lightweight Rivers primed for a six round bout at Crystal Wednesday night after training today and tomorrow. He seeks a comeback win in his first local appearance, following a disputed draw in his previous outing with Alex Trambitas. Also on the card Lloyd M vs Ketchell and three additional bouts.

Ha Casey Seattle J Rivers Crystal Smith Building Ad Wolgast Willie Ritchie Rivers Alex Trambitas California Little Joe Lloyd M Young Ketchell Milwakee

Martin to Meet Bonds in Akron Boxing Showdown

Bob Martin a former AEF fighter fights Joe Bonds in Akron Ohio. Martins strong KO record in France sets him as the key test for his career prospects if he wins tomorrow night.

Bob Martin Joe Bonds Akron Ohio Martin France

Seattle boxing fans push for Frank mer bout with Greb

Seattle fans urged bringing Pittsburgh heavyweight H. Greb to boxing on the coast. Greb, one of the best fighters, would be a strong draw for promoters, as the top opponents are too good for Seattle Kingdom.

Seattle Frank Mer H . Greb Pittsburg Greb Seattle Kingdom

Fundamentals of kicking accuracy and practice methods

The article outlines key principles for kickers focusing on rapid kickoff, assured accuracy, and distance. It emphasizes practicing with the center to standardize ball delivery, avoiding leg fatigue, and mastering punt and place kicking with proper foot placement, timing, and aiming.

Seals Win Odd Game In St. Paul Series Clash

The Seals edged St. Paul 7 to 6 to take the odd game of the series in San Francisco. St. Paul then evened the matchup with a 5 to 0 victory in the morning contest.

SEALS San Francisco St. Paul

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