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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1920
Page
4
The article surveys 1920s era pitching stars across leagues, noting Cy Young Christy Mathewson Grover Cleveland Alexander Jim Bagby and others as cycle leaders. It discusses how teams with 30 and even 20 game winners influence pennant chances and October outcomes.
Stavie Davis of Everett will box Johnny Tillman of Paul at the Arena on September 28. The report notes Braves and Cone split a double, Alexander won 6 to 1, McQuillan held the homer, and the Beavers were trailing in the second.
Nearly a thousand visitors toured the University of Washington stadium as it takes shape. Graduate Manager Darwin Meis nest aims for completion by the November 27 Dartmouth game. Cars view the dug entrance. In baseball, Nehf and Eller won the two games of the Giants Red Sox double header, with Nehf taking the first 6 to 2, Eller the second 9 to 2.
A sports column questions boxing title integrity amid no decision fights. Bantam champ Pete Herman loses to Joe Burman and Jack Sharkey, prompting claims champions should defend titles with decisions. It praises Dempsey for taking risks and argues staying secure harms fan interest.
Brooklyn fights for the National League pennant with seven games left five against the Giants and the Reds still in the mix The Dodgers must win two of three from the Giants to secure facing a possible Giant victory The American League race narrows as Cleveland leads with Boston and New York close behind and Cleveland and Chicago likely to clash for the title The Red Sox Babe Ruth and Mails contribute in pennant chase as others struggle
Chicago officials expect John A. Neydier and Ban B. Johnson to testify as subpoenas go out for Rube Benton Charles A. Comlakey William Gleason and others. The panel will examine the 1919 World Series and the August 51 game alleged fixed to see if indictments follow. Hartley Replogle says Renton was offered 750 to throw a game and wants testimony from players who discussed the plot.
Cleveland pitcher Walter Mails, a Coast League recruit, earned his fifth consecutive victory as the Indians defeated Boston 4 to 2. He was hit harder than usual but preserved the win, helping Cleveland extend a winning streak.
Mike Gibbona, a top world class boxer, runs a lucrative correspondence boxing school. Detroit reports two Bloomington recruits, Fothergill and Conkwright, have joined the Tigers in the Three Eye league. The club has added many minor leaguers, planning tryouts this fall to avoid heavy southward travel next spring.
Bouts feature Jim Flynn versus Young Hector in a four round clash with Hector aiming to avenge a prior eye damage. Romeo and Army Welch teased as possible main events while Filipino bantam Julien and other prospects train at the Arena. Ted Lewis returns to form after British tour as local readers note boxing promoter buzz.
They resume the Coast League race with plenty of ifs and maybes as Vernon tries to hold, Seattle, Salt Lake or San Francisco lurk for an eleventh hour surge. Eye sick leads the Tigers against the Oaks while the Scale face Kilfer, Angela aims to topple Basick, Seattle battles Salt Lake, and the Bees meet Portland.
Presidents Johnson and Heydier acknowledged Brooklyn’s surge as Ebbetts Field hosts the World Series price scale. Prices ranged from 1 to 6 dollars, reflecting Brooklyn’s contender status in the National League race.
The locals open an important series today with Sacramento as a strong chance to gain ground this week. A series win would keep them in pennant contention while a sweep could end Beattie’s hopes. Arsenal’s form boosts the lineup with Gardner Schorr and Geary regulars and Dailey promising another standout hurled effort. There is a double header Thursday and another on Sunday.
Franklin high school's football prospects were dampened as Ed McGill and Byron Wise will miss start of the season due to foot infections from beach cuts. McGill, last year's fullback, faces a doubtful season. Wise, a 1919 all city star, is slower to recover but may join after a few games.
Judge and Rice each hit triples aiding the Senators in an 8 to 3 win over the Tigers. The duo sparked a decisive early lead and the bullpen preserved the victory.
A new Atlantic City resort rises on the boardwalk in the shape of a colossal elephant statue. Standing about 100 feet tall, the 6 monster plan sparks curiosity and draws visitors.
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