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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1920
Page
4
In a packed Arena main event Flores and Gorman fought to a thrilling draw as Gorman edges Flores early, then Flores rallies and delivers a hard fought bout. Referee Schacht calls it a draw amid lively fan reactions with several supporting bouts and a colorful undercard.
Five Mt. Baker players earn spots on the mythical Star league all star junior squad after a season marked by strong athleticism and notable performances across infield and outfield positions. Lefty Hughes tops at first base with steady defense and timely hits while Liedtke and Allen stand out among infielders.
Bremerton youth Harold Cooke debuted Saturday for the Navy Yard nine, blanking Seattle Knights of Colum 6 to 4 with 10 strikeouts. He won again Monday against Everett 6 to 2 with 11 Ks, entering the University of Washington in the fall as Everett topped the Sun 7 to 3 on Sunday.
Mt Baker news notes Felix Club activities with tailored plans and a mallard mention. Beavers and Ballard teams join in regional event at Mt Baker.
In a California semi pro game Phil Rheermer hit a three base homer after a fan urged a $250 bet. The ball caromed off the fence and into the neck of the outfielder as Rheermer scored the winning run. Victoria won the Pacific International league title as season ended.
Issaquahans won the deciding game against Renton at Seattle Coast League Park last Sunday, netting $460 in side bets as the 11 to 6 score showed a lopsided contest. Andre Anderson and Tiny Herman fought six rounds in Tacoma with two draws prior.
Weary Seattle fans hear only that Sallee may join the club in a deal that sent Herb Brenton to the Giants. The Giants claim Slim Ballee has rejoined New York via waivers, while Seattle seeks a replacement for Prenton and questions loom over the Brenton trade.
Promoters bank on Langford and Tillman to headline separate shows in Milwaukie Oregon on September 15 with matchups including Laneford versus Andre Anderson and Tillman versus Alea Trambiteas. Davis faces Casey in Portland while Farmer and Merman duel in Tacoma night card. Local fans expect action as veteran Langford seeks one more big bout and Hobivans targets Langford in Portland.
The article praises Buck Weaver as a born leader and clutch performer for the White Sox. It highlights his swagger at the plate and sharp fielding, comparing him favorably to Eddie Collins Ray Schalk and Joe Jackson. The piece notes the Sox’ recent strong form behind four pitchers Cicotte Faber Williams and Kerr and contrasts the Indians and Yankees as pennant contenders.
A series of games features the There sweeping two wins over the fotons 1 to 2 and 4 to 3 over the leavers. Couch's pitching dominates the exhibition, Bambino homers in Pittsburgh, and ping Bodiete shines for the Pirates. Dodgers Phillies Braves and Athletics show varied results as Pfeffer and the Kebing win. White Sox rally to defeat the Browns.
The National Amateur Golf Championship in Roslyn New York reduced the field to eight players as third round began. Matches included Chick Evans versus W C Fownes Jr RE PF Alls against J Wood Platt Francis Culmet versus T D Armour Bobby Jones versus F J Wright Jr Platt defeated 1919 champion Davison Herron 2 and 1 while Fownes Jr eliminated Hubert Gardner 2 up.
In Oakland Frankie Denny fought Joe Egan to a draw as Egan made his Pacific coast debut. The semi main saw Battling Ortega beat Jack McClellan while receiving offers for three bouts in New York including one with Mike O Dowd.
In Cincinnati Hank O Day used a whisk broom on the rubber during a Reds versus Phillies game. Mo ran claimed the Philly pitcher wasn t toeing the rubber.
Seattle edged Oakland 3 to 2 to tie the series as Middleton Bohne and Murphy produced three bases loaded opportunities. Demaree pitched well for Seattle while Kremer faced heavy contact from the Oaks and late trouble nearly tied the game in the ninth with Cooper and Lane delivering crucial plays.
Chicago Sept 9 Major races in baseball enter a final stretch with Cleveland leading the American League while New York and Chicago chase. In the National League Cincinnati and Brooklyn press for pace as Brooklyn faces St. Louis and Cincinnati meets Boston. The White Sox strengthened their grip with a win over the Browns as the season nears end.
A new Mount Baker squad under coach Dvorak held its first practice yesterday afternoon with light work and running drills. Lincoln coach Soukup begins sessions today while Mike Powers at Broadway issues his first turnout call. Other teams like Pat Murphy’s West Siders, Peace’s Ballard, and Walter Bell’s Queen Anne are set to practice at their usual fields with locations noted.
The Star announces ribbons for second and third place in the city swimming meet are available. Winners should call at the editorial rooms to obtain them. Medals for first place will be ready about Monday.
In Philadelphia Umpire Billy Evans praised David Keefe of the Athletics for possessing the most deceptive curve in the American League. He also speculated Mack’s pitchers could be the best in the league next season. The article notes a separate aphorism about family heads.
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