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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1919
Page
2
Residents report a sharp rise in illness labeled as fever across the city. Local hospitals advise rest and hydration while doctors investigate possible infectious causes and urge immediate medical care for high fever and severe symptoms.
South Park led by Cannon Ball Thompson faces Anadel under Bill Truckey in the final of The Star's series for the city amateur championship. Earlier games featured protests and penalties involving Hibernians, Al bras, and a disputed run. Thompson and Davis, two local stars, square off as both teams boast city’s top amateur talent.
Rollie King will patrol the outfield for South Park alongside Thomson’s lineup with Prato Marriott in the infield and Jorgenson catching. McGillicuddy backs the plate while Widow Pendleton and the Riley brothers anchor the infield. Attleson Chittenden and McKnight man the outer corners as Armstrong and Carroll are listed to handle the Indicators in Sunday’s game.
Portland defeats Seattle 4 to 1 as Red Oldham limits the locals to one run. Blue, Baker, and Rader supply Seattle’s offense with hits, while Oldham and Bigbee dominate on the mound. Portland capitalizes with timely hits and six walks issued by Seattle pitchers.
Chicago Cubs played an exhibition in Grand Rapids yesterday and are set to play again today in Beloit Wisconsin as part of their traveling schedule.
A 1919 portrait of George Duncan the English pro nicknamed Lightning George. It praises his high upright swing his speed and accuracy noting it differs from Vardon Braid Taylor and those forms while arguing no one style dominates. It concludes that natural style suits each player best.
The Y announces fall start for boys gym activities including indoor baseball swimming and basketball. Tracy Strong’s Ni Ye carnival at Woodland Park Tuesday night features a campfire meal and races. Johnny Chapman chairs the committee. Wee Rennie handles extension office tasks and plans a grammar school soccer league.
Oakland defeated Sacramento 65 to 9 in a loose ball tilt played in San Francisco. The scorers were Batteries Larkin Vance and Cook for Oakland and Holling and Mitze for Sacramento.
Salt Lake City beats Vernon Tigers 14 to 7 in a wild game. Batteries were Houck Schnieder and W Mitchell with Brooks. Gould Baum and Byler.
In Sudan, reserve supplies of drinking water are stored during the rainy season in hollow trees to safeguard communities against dry spells. Local officials note this traditional method supports vulnerable households and illustrates adaptive resource management amid seasonal fluctuations.
Chicago records Sept 18 United Press reports a committee from the two major leagues considers four prominent men for chairman of the national baseball commission. Presidents Veeck Haker and Ruppert will meet again to select and recommend to league leaders. Baker of the Phillies warns Herrmann may resign if he acts as spokesman.
New York September 18 Ralph de Palma the speed king of auto racers announces retirement after the 1504 mile classic at the Speedway on September 20. The Italian American driver, winner of many sensational races, will devote his future to business interests.
The City Bowling league begins tonight at Ideal and Orpheum alleys. E N Brooks leads a strong lineup, with Pope Sibley, Ellis, and Boldt forming a new squad to challenge for honors.
New York City to host the 1920 amateur golfing championship of America after Washington withdrew in favor of Gotham which has not staged the event in six years. Bidding will be lively among Metropolitan clubs to stage the big meet.
Featherweight champion Johnny Kilbane received a $3,500 offer from promoter Johnny Abrams of New Orleans for a 20 round bout with Joe Leonard at the baseball park during Mardi Gras week in Crescent City.
Travie Davis a top Everett welterweight faces Jake Abel Northwest welterweight champion in the main event of Tacoma's second boxing show of the season. Davis is favored to control the bout. Harold Jones faces Bert Forbes in the semi wind up with Irving Gleason meeting Frank Zink and Jack Sheldon vs Eddie Quinn in four round bouts. Curly Valencourt and ha Gage clash in the curtain raiser.
Issaquah beat Snoqualmie 7 to 1 at Beattie Liberty Park. Hoye limited Snoqualmie to four singles with 10 strikeouts, while Issaquah built a 7 run lead aided by 13 hits including four two-baggers. Next game pits Issaquah against Taylor for a $400 purse on Sunday.
Moose Sandberg cannot play due to a bum knee from Mare Island injury last year. Stewart White to handle putting for Broadway, which needs a new quarterback after Dimock and Neterer graduated. Franklin gains equipment for a seasoned Green and Diack lineup. Coach Welle from Tin Lincoln laments losses of Bandicore and Joe Dykes. Pitwood and Rathbun unavailable until the second quarter.
New York manager John McGraw admits relying on veteran infielders cost the Giants the pennant this year. He vows to shift to youth next season with Frank Frisch, Bill Baird, and Davey Kelly being groomed to take over the infield roles.
Benny Leonard lightweight champion meets Jen Tendler Philadelphia newsboy champion in Quaker City on September 22. The bout is expected to draw a record crowd for city boxing events.
With the Seattle Ball club returning to their home lot for the series with Los Angeles starting September 23, the Rainier valley aggregation lacks a practice field. Columbia field is too far and unusable after rain. the school board bought land at Rainier avenue and Mount Baker boulevard but no progress on finishing the grounds has been made.
Chicago reports C A Comiskey president of the White Sox wired Garry Herrmann of the Cincinnati Reds congratulating him on clinching the National League pennant.
Mayor Fitzgerald leads a meeting with city and county police to decide forming a three member boxing censorship board. The panel would include a city officer, a county sheriff deputy and a physician to supervise shows and raise standards. Further details to be announced today.
New York dispatch reports Pat Moran, manager of the pennant winning Cincinnati Reds, insists victory comes from focusing on business in every game. He says the team played to win each game and, by doing so, wins pennants without worrying about percentages or the World Series.
Germantown Cricket club will host a one day all breed dog show in Germantown on October 4. The event offers one thousand dollars in prizes. Organizations involved include the Germantown Cricket Club with judging and prizes for multiple breeds. Residents and dog enthusiasts are invited to attend.
Oo Tae in C oles Ren o Yat La Ras, Oakland heavyweight, says he was bumped into the ropes and out of range of Carl Morris. Pattling Ortega faces Spud Murphy, Frankie Purns meets Allie P oneight, La Rue allegedly forgot to duck as Morris connected. George Shade returns from an East invasion while Dumb Dan Morgan pushes for a Dempsey clash. Boldt's French pastry advertised at Uptown and downtown addresses.
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