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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1921
Page
14
A sports interview explores Babe Ruth's eye and swing as a model for power hitters. Harry Heilmann and Ty Cobb discuss how Ruth's focus and mechanics shape successful at bats and how slumps are often caused by mechanical faults and overthinking.
Charley Burns of Vancouver dominated last night, carrying nine of ten rounds in a ten round Ridley fight. His strong performance showcased his ring control and experience against the challenger.
The boxing card featured Eddie Pinkman losing to Leo Eagles as Pinkman’s distance and timing faltered while Eagles showcased clever defense. Tennis news highlights Vincent Richards losing to Bill Johnston in five sets, Marshall Allen’s rise after coaching by Bill Tilden, and Seattle’s growing status in Northwest tennis. The Seattle Boxing Commission engages with fiscal openness and praise for coach Don Vickers at Crystal Swimming Club.
Seventeen former high school football players attend the organization meeting for the Seattle semipro football team at The Star. The squad will be chosen by manager Dat Rice, with practice on Saturdays and Sundays leading up to an October 9 season start. Attendees include Ted Abner Franklin tackle Tom Murphine Lincoln tackle Bill Taynefl Franklin tackle Byron Wise Franklin end Fred Schroeder guard Claude Norris Broadway halfback James Lynch Broadway lineman B Braun Broadway tackle Hector McDonald Alex McKnight Walter Jule Lincoln halfback Bill Wright Queen Anne tackle Gail Huhn Lincoln center Hamilton Green Broadway halfback Rhinaldo Caccia Franklin quarter Joe Dundin Bill Wilkens Lincoln fullback Dat Rice Broadway center.
Seattle beat Portland 10 to 6 in game one and tied 11 to 11 in game two due to darkness. Seattle led 9 to 4 in the second game before Portland tied it in the ninth with Ray Francis central to the six runs in the seventh. Many players got action as Seattle pitchers walked eight and Murphy and Patterson homered. Also: Ortega vs Gibbons set for 12 rounds Friday in Colorado Springs as middleweight title picture sharpens.
Kip King, a 216 pound 6 foot 3 inch Portland end, seeks pro football action after being left by Walter McCredie for the season. A WVU alumnus and former American fullback named by Walter Camp in 1917, he could earn 1200 to 1800 dollars for 10 or 12 weeks. He holds a likely forward passing record with a 57 yard toss in Pasadena.
The Star announces entries for the junior and senior divisions must close tonight. Ten junior teams and five senior teams are currently entered. Teams wishing to enter or drop out should contact The Star’s sporting editor by letter or phone for details and updates on rules.
All former Broadway high school football men may form a team to play the first squad. Interested players should contact Lou la Fray Beango 4082 or Cat Rice East 6884. The first alumni practice is next Wednesday afternoon at 4 o'clock.
A note rests on the sporting editor's desk addressed to Eddie Pinkman. It hints at possible submissions or commentary for upcoming games and local sports coverage. The brief dispatch signals pending input from Pinkman for the sports section.
The piece mocks baseball hopes with Wilhelm leading the Phillies while reference to the St Louis Nationals topples the Pittabu Pirates. The tone blends sports talk with comic asides and a fictional detective comment about votes and popularity.
Johnny Anderson known as Babe Ruth of the green cloth leads the Philadelphia duo in a imaginary upside down chase for pennants. Floyd McCoy bans smoking at the Pavilion to keep sightlines clear and boots visible. The scene ends with a dramatic good night.
William Tilden world's tennis champion proved his class by defeating William Johnston in the fourth round of the national men's singles in Philadelphia yesterday. He won 4-6 7-5 6-4 6-3. Jim Anderson of Australia upset Dick Williams 6-3 6-3 2-6 4-6 6-4. Gordon Lowe beat Stanley Pearson 6-2 6-3 6-3. Wallace Johnson defeated Robert Kinsey 4-6 8-6 6-2 6-1.
The University of Washington football team planned its first practice on Denny field under new coach Enoch Bagshaw. Bagshaw expected fewer than 35 players for the initial turnout as players rehearsed ball handling, passing, kicking and receiving with scrimmages deferred for weeks. All Pacific Coast conference teams were scheduled to begin practice in the afternoon, aligning with a conference wide start date of September 15.
Dozen city league bowling teams begin their season with three alleys in use. Favorites include Brooks and Boldt, led by Tom O'Donnell and Harry Huntoon respectively. Lineups feature Dorning, Smith, Morrow, Allen for Boldt and Villars, Mahnken, Schuman, Williams, with Wirtz as sub for Haberdashers. Schedule lists matches across Ideal, ELAS, and Orphecum Alleys with competitive pairings and start times.
Clothing maker offers tailor made garments to fit individuals with prices from 40 to 65 dollars. Many items priced at 46 dollars.
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