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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1920
Page
4
Gorman, the Portland lightweight, outboxed Marcario Flores across four rounds at the Arena. Flores failed to mount effective counterattacks as Gorman controlled the pace with body shots and sharp jabs. The bout lacked the crowd-pleasing highlight reel of their first meeting.
At the Arena last night five bouts occurred with Nate Druxinman and Clay Hite adding an extra lobby attraction. Their one round match ended in a draw after the Travie Davis-Harry Causey show. Cruxinman sought a boxing date on the 29th with the commission.
In Portland Sept 16 a ten round go between Alex Trambitas and Johnny Tillman ended in a draw after both fighters scored knockdowns in the tenth. Frankie Murphy won a seven round decision over Frankie Jones, Baby Blue and Babe Herman fought a six round draw, and Johnny Fiske defeated Neil Zimmerran in six rounds.
Yesterday's hero Tom Griffith of Brook lyn made a spectacular catch robbing Farrell of a potential homer as a Cub rally faded. Bushy edged the Indians by holding the Mackmen to three hits and a 14 to 0 win. Grimm's triple gave Pittehore a 2 to 1 win over the Braves in the first game of a doubleheader.
Richie Mitchell of Milwaukee earned a newspaper decision over Jimmy Hanlon of Denver in a 12 round boxing bout in Fort Worth Texas last night.
By L. R. Blanchard York September 16 The Dodgers and Yankees face tight schedules with few games left in the pennant races. Brooklyn needs a strong finish to beat Reds and Giants. New York holds a clear edge but must protect lead with 13 remaining games for the Yankees and seven for Cleveland.
Action filled the Oakland mitt show with fast draws including Jimmy Dun dee versus Young Carmen and George Shade versus George Egan of Boston. Joe Coffey defeated Joe Leopold, while a Bobby Ertle versus Al Walker exchange was ruled a draw by some and a close call by others. Togo Kobayama and Kid Romeo also boxed to a draw.
Washington's first grid practice drew 34 candidates as coach Allison and Solon drilled punting passing and running with scrimmage set for Saturday. Whitman opens the first game on October 9 and several players including Dalley Eckmann and a large turnout hint at a strong Varsity season.
Connie Mack advocates a nine game World Series proposing equal exposure of league champions. He notes the Athletics will be a Pennant threat next year and seeks a better hitting first baseman, mentioning Frank Brower as a preferred target who was not allowed bids.
Mike O'Dowd of St. Paul former middleweight champion defeated Sailor Petroskey of California in eight rounds in Philadelphia. Petroskey showed grit taking punishment as O'Dowd claimed the better performance.
William Tilden of Philadelphia adds the national singles title to his Wimbledon world triumph. He defeated Johnston at Forest Hills after earlier winning in England, establishing himself as a top ace despite lasting temperament issues that once cost him a major win.
Forty three candidates out for Weet Beatle high school football team under Coach Murphy. Equipment shortages limit turnout yet team displays strong spirit. Quarterback battle among Harry West Al Olson Bob Law. Fullback Phil Fraser certain. Halfbacks Johnny Byers Jim U Bradford Hert Watson. Ends Roy Osterman Hwede Hermanson Ontario. Tackles Grant Shager Ralph Teig Kenny Eyre. Guards MacDonald Harold Kindred Polly Parrett. Center Dug Bonamy only clear prospect.
Army Marion Heanee Waller of Halland High leads as captain in baseball and basketball for North End, returning as the sole basketball veteran. Gene Ward vies for Broadway quarterback, while Johnny Cole captains Green and Black Ss. No Tireadway Fresh football coach yet as first-year athletes suit up. Lincoln’s tennis expected to excel with Hill Nollan and Trace Hesketh back. Close basketball starts at Broadway next week and indoor baseball returns to gym classes after winter.
In San Francisco on September 16 Bill Eanick led the Tigers to a 2 to 1 loss as the Angels showcased sharp pitching. Vernon added a point while Salt Lake defeated Seattle to improve their hold on second place. The Coast League standings show Vernon Salt Lake City and Lee Angelen in the top three as the pennant race tightens.
Seattle loses 4 to 1 to Salt Lake with Hap Harrigan's shaky debut at short. Cullop pitched well for Salt Lake, fanning Harrigan in key moments as Beehive batters loaded the bases in the fifth. Strand and Lafayette were among Seattle recruits making early impressions in the opener.
Balt Lake introduces young Hauger in left field. He shows a solid left handed swing and fielding presence. Red Baldwin makes a notable play by catching Krug at second for the third out in the fourth. Eddie Mulligan makes a one handed stab on Zamrock’s grounder. A double bill starts at 1 36 PM today with the first game.
National league interest focuses on Brooklyn and Cincinnati as the Dodgers face the Reds in a three game series opening today in New York. A sweep by Cincinnati could cut the Robins lead to two games and rekindle a pennant race.
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