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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1919
Page
13
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Frank Farmer, the bald headed foe, defeated Ole Anderson in the main event last night in Seattle. Farmer dominated the six round bout as Anderson struggled with his pace and accuracy, drawing crowd surprise over the lopsided action. Referee Jerry McCarthy noted Farmer’s strong boxing and apologized for a missed call in earlier bouts on the card.
Games at Brown and Hulen’s Stone saw Lewis Teepe lose 25 to 19 to an angle game challenger. Guerin won two of three against Brierly 15 7 and 10 8. Hulen defeated Gilroy 15 13 in three cushions. Kleinschmidt topped Tommy Gere 200 to 117 in balk line 18.2. Kane swept Kane 25 15 and 20 25 in three cushions.
Forest Hills L I September 5 officials opened an international Vivi tournament drawing top Australian stars. In singles F Johnson of Philadelphia faced Randolph Norris Williams Jr of Bos in a round with V Thomas. In doubles M Johnston of California teamed with Williams against E Brookes and Gerald Pat-
Ren Leonard regained the lightweight crown by defeating Soldier Bartfield in Brooklyn in six rounds. The bout showcased science over brawn as Leonard controlled the action from start to finish.
Charley Mullins's youngsters scored two wins over the Oaks as Portland faltered, lifting local spirits while the season improves. In Tacoma Frank Farmer defeated Ole Anderson in a longer war of attrition, with Anderson showing green potential but needing more punch.
Eight amateur teams clash in the Star season second round to decide the city title. Notable hurlers include Tippy Thompson for South Park against Mike Wrights at South Kind grounds, Kay Blossom for Wet Wash 44 Hine facing Alhambras at Liberty Park, and Mooney for Norris' crew. Umpires will be assigned by The Star and Spalding's officials with final pairings announced Saturday.
Forest Hills N C September 5 William M Johnston of California defeated William T Tilden II of Philadelphia in straight sets 44 64 61 to win the world's tennis title. The field included top American players and the Antipodes team Brookes and Patterson. Johnston served well and dominated with precise ground strokes to overpower Tilden who failed to break through despite a late service hold in the second set.
Seattle swept two games against Oakland with 5 3 and 6 3 scores. Lynn Brenton pitched well in the opener, while a ninth inning rally clinched the second win for the visitors.
Yesterday's winners included Salt Lake Seattle Sacramento Vernon and Portland. The Hees beat Los Angeles SB to 3 on their Salt Lake return. Sacramento defeated Portland 4 0 with strong fielding. Vernon beat the seats as Tom Lenton led a late push. In London the manager of Fred Fulton posted a 1000 offer to match Fulton with Beckett and Carpentier in a two bout night.
Yesterday's baseball scoreboard notes Whitted scoring the decisive run in the 16th inning as Pi rete firet cacker tripled to drive in the winning run, breaking a 4 to victory over the Cube.
The forecast lists multiple city matchups with conditions clear or cloudy across the National and American Leagues. Notable games include Mt Leute at Detroit with clear skies and Horton at Philadelphia clear, along with Chicago at Pittsburg clouded. Other listed pairings span Los Angeles at Halt Lake and Beattle at Oakland with varied conditions.
Three tallies in the eighth inning propelled the Crates to a 4 1 victory over Phil Then. The rally turned a tight game and produced the final margin as the Crates seized control late.
Bremerton heavyweight Young Hector signs to meet Frank Warmer, known as the Ka timber heaver, in the Arena emoker main event Wednesday night. Farmer weighs in heavy and the bout is billed with clean breaks. Willie Keeler debuts locally against Harry Williams in the semi windup as part of a crowded card featuring Hector’s return and fights from Tacoma, Vancouver, and Bremerton.
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