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The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
WESTERN LEAGUE,

Every one Of the eight teams in the
Western league wheel led the exciting
race in that organization at one time
or another, excepting Sioux city. For
weeks at a time the teams were so
closely punched that President Tear
new was kept busy answering inquiries
as to the standing of the teams. All
of the clubs enjoyed financial prosperity,
Des Moines and Sioux City being less
fortunate in that respect, however, than
the others. All in all II was the pest
wear the Western has known. j..
one of the conspicuous incidents of
the season in the Western was the de.
yelopment OF the champion hitter or
the entire country in Outttelder Joe
without, OF wichita. who finished the
season with an average Of Az ana es-
tablished a world record Tor consecu-
live hitting. on June Is Without made
tbree hits In the first game of a double
header and two in the second contest,
From that date until Aug, 1s~-tncluding
the game of that date--he drove out one
or more safeties in every game, making
a continuous run of 6S games, In these
games h. was 297 times at oat, scored
Al runs (more runs than most players
make in an entire season., made lSS
hits for a total of 21O bases, for an
| average for that period of ,Olo. The
Boston Red Sox lost no time in ar
ranging with Manager lsbeh Tor ms
transfer where he becomes the slde
partner OF the home-run KING Bape
Ruth.
The Western sent a number OF prom
,s,ng younr p,ayers TO big league teams,
Among these. besides without, were
pitchers Var Glider. Bayne and Hapel
ICatcher Collins and pitcher Jesse
Haines, the leading hurler in the Amer
lean association,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
INDIANAPOLIS NFIELDER MAY BE LOCAL MANAGER

BY tom MARSHALL.

oh, you bullhead.A Pardon. don't be-
come offended, gentle reader; you were
not being PACED. The above applies di-
rectly to the 'kittie fish" CARRIED in
golden e n autumn eolorings with
the spinous fin which he so de~xterously
inserts into the palm of your hand when
you are trying to extricate the hook
from the b~ewhiskered or barbel decor
ated mouth of that aquatic cactus.
This %sueculent little mud puddler" is
dignified with assorted names, the neb-
ulous, amiurus, nigrians and punelodus
are Of high brow origin. The fish
ermen tab him bullhead, bull pout,
horned pout, sugar cat, yellow fiddler and
Morgan eat. While the artistic anger
refuses to recognize or apply my ap
pellations to the fish that are admissi-
BILE In print.
This p%op-eyed, nonscaled little fight
ing tiger is especially attracted by the
juicy, pink angleworm bait, Nonwig-
Cling or still fishing is most productive
of results, The bull pout locates food
with his barbels which is less difficult
when the bait is nopactive.
Have you been introduced to an over
flowing platter Of those sugar cats
first rolled in corn meal with a strip
Of bacon concealed in the interior, then
fried to a crisp brown finish? II not,
you have certainly missed a premier
culinary delicacy.
Near Beaver Dam, Wis, is a shallow
lake created by the backwater from an
old dam. Twelve miles long and one
half mile wide with a soft mud bottom,
the catfish and carp have branded this
body of water an ideal home. Market
fishermen formerly reaped fortunes from
this lake netting carp and bulheads, a
single haul of the net producing over
81 tons of fish. 1t Is now illegal to
catch the small ktties except with hook
and line, with a limitation Of rs pounds
per diem.
Yellow catfish speak a language Of
their own frequently heard by fisher
men, issuing from their threats in gut
teral or grinding notes, when they are
first taken from the water. They run
In schools, chaperoned and escorted by
a mother fish, who teaches them aquatic
sports and ed1cates them along manual
training lines.
The animated globe is a feature.
Packing themselves in a globular
sphere, they remain suspended In mid
water by a gentle u~ndulating move
ment. Scattering, they then form on the
surface a compact, floating, solid cir
Gle. Laying for hours in the sun, gasp
ing and absorbing ozone. Fond mother
occupies a central or spotlight position
at that time.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
REVIVAL OF BOXING.

Boxing was greeted with Jan unex-
pected and tremendous revival, due
mostly to the effects of war. Boxing
was encouraged and practiced in the
army beyond n other sport, Naturally
when so many soldiers we're turned back
upon the world they still chung to
habits, desires and entertainments ex-
perienced in the past.
In this game three things are of out.
standing prominence, to-wit: The pass
ing of Jack Dillon; the feats of Pal
Moore and the rise and fall of Red
Herring.
Jack Dillon had been the nonpareil
of the light heavyweights, the most
~yiciously consistent of the Memphis
favorites. But burned out and wrecked
beyond repair he returned last spring
to be dropped and stopped for the first
time in his remarkable career. An I'M
known ham-and-eEger turned the trick.
Moore lifted one decision from Jimmy
Wilde, the British title holder, and
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31

contract in which their rights would
be more definitely defined n their
property interests more equitably safe
| guarded
The American and National leagues
readily assented to the first of the
minors demands but throughout the
year steadily refused to meet the rep
resentatives of the little fellows (they
are no so small now, either) to ratify
a new treaty Of peace. There is a good
prospect now, however, that as soon
as certain troubles of the national com
mission are disposed of and the deep
disagreement between the two factions
Of the American league are settled,
that a new agreement will be made
which will be more equitable to the
minors and better for baseball gen.
orally, than was the old one.
The last season was the most sue
cessful in the history Of the associa-
ton. Under the wise leadership of
President Hickey many of the chronic
troubles of the organization were healed.
Proposed policies, when adopted were
unanimously agreed upon n rigidly
adhered to, Some of these were the
! rules regarding player limits, salary
| limits and the regulation of the de-
livery of pitchers. So successful was
the last Of these that 1t is now seri-
ously considered in the councils of the
National and American leagues.
Shortly after the season opened on
April %, the St. Paul team assumed
the lead which it maintained without
interruption until Aug. II, when Indian
apolis tied for first place by defeat
Ing Milwaukee while the Mortimer
were losing to Louisville.
The Indians held the lead for two
days and then, on the 14th met st.
Paul in the latter city in the first of
q five-game series. Manager Mike
Kelly's clan swept the series and were
not headed thereafter though Indian
apolis hung on doggedly until the fin
ish. The Hoosiers were an exception
ally strong and ell-balanced team and
they must have inevitably won. but for
the remarkable spirit infused by Man
ager Kelly and his great skill in ma
n%ipulating his not over-strong staff OF
pitchers.
Several Of the younger players of the
league attracted the favorable atten.
ton of major league scouts. but owins
to the tacit understanding that clut
owners rights would be respected none
were transferred, excepting Shovlin
Columbus, who wen to st. Louis, al
sale prices could not be agreed upon
Among these players were Outfielde
Elmer Miller, formerly Of the New Yorl
Yankees, who developed iAto a yer,
heavy and consistent hitter. Being
speedy base runner and excellent field
er. there were many eager bids 10
him, Shortstop Crane, Indianapolis
Outfielder Taggart, Columbus, an
Pitchers Evans and Haines of Kansa
City were others who were considere
ripe for the fastest company.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
H FEATS OF THE YEAR

outside of golf 1919 kicked in with
quite a gay and gaudy record-taken
up and down, across and back.
In baseball Cy Barger set up a new
figure for inactivity. His ability to
remain calm and complacent in the
protected corner of the dugout has
never been equaled. No one saw Cy
along the lines in a fit of frenzy and
aroused anger.
Fans, with evidence to contradict the
statement, are entitled to an action
photo of an average citizen obtaining
the desired connection, on a telephone.
outside of Barger, the other notable
of prominence in baseball was Fred
Bischoff. The kid arrived green and
clumsy. He left finished n polished
with the greatest improvement Of any
member of the club.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
HI 1919 ROUNDUP.

Henry Wenzler's golfing achievements
in 1919 surpassed the record output OF
any other star in Memphis sporting
circles. The kid bagged two tourna-
ments and finished second in another.
No other champion in any line ap-
preached his standard.
From an unknown youngster he rap
idly sprang into prominence until even
tuaIy he was the most-talked IF player
in the pack.
His first bid for fame was made in
the Tri-State tournament when he got
as far as the finals before he was
dropped by the veteran Martin j. Con-
don.
Next he attached the city champion
ship and closed out "a brilliant season
by capturing the state title in Knox
vile, beating back the brightest field
that ever started in this annual af-
fair, =
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
CY WANTS RELEASE.

Cy Barger, ex-marager of the Chicks,
drops a letter from his home In Co
lumbia, Ky, asking the Memphis club
for his unconditional release, Cy says
II always has been customary for a club
10 give an ex.manager his outright re-
lease and to permit him to make his
own deals for his services, and that he
eXpects the local club to accord him
tho privilege,
However, the chances ere very much
against Cy being let oct unConditionally
for he still is a valuable man as a
pitcher and will bring "a goodIy sum
when placed, on the market, The local
club paid 5000 for Cy a few years ago,
and paid him q good stiff salary AS
manager Of the Memphis team, desnite
the fact that Cy flivvered as a pilot,
so Proxy watkins figures that the club
IL entitled TO something for Cy.
Barger threatens to quit baseball IN
case he does not get his unconditional
release, .
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
Benny Leonard And
Johnny KHbGne To
Fiqht At Little Rock

LITTLE ROCK, Ark, Dec. 31,-Ben-
ny Leonard viii box at Camp Pike
some time In January. This ~announee-
ment was made following the receipt
Of a telegram from Billy Gibson, Leon
ards manager The bout probably VIII
he held on January 20, Leonard's on
poncnt win be named later, but 1t Is
thought Jake Abel viii receive the as
signm,nt. Leonard was offered a hte
guarantee and n percentage privilege
by Camp Pike authorities and local
business men,
Negotiations are being made with
Johnny Kilhane, ~featherweight cham
plon, TO box at Camp Pike In January
or February. Ten-round bouts are al
lowed at the camp.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
MAY REDUCE COST
OF TENNIS SUPPLIES

NEW YORK, Dec. 3l,--An effort TO
reduce The cost of tennis to players
for the coming reason is being made
by the executive committee OF the ".
s, National Lawn Tennis association,
Letters nave been sent to officers OF
clubs throughout the country urging
them TO enter into contracts with man
ufacturcrs for tho wholesale purchase
Of tennis supplies, enabling both clubs
and players to obtain cheaper prices,
Players are asked to cooperate by
purchasing only such material as IL
absolutely needed.
Bob Zuppke, rootha,l coach Mt the
| University Of Illinois has signed a five
year contract with that institution,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
California Lightie Meets
KabakOff Next Monday

A glovefest that should be
great to witness is booked
Tor next Monday night
at the Southern AJh-
letic club, when Ray Riv-
ers, California lightweight
will meet Abe kabakoff,
Memphis lightie, in an
eight-round mill. II wild
mark the first appearance
OF Rivers In a local arena,
although he has been In
Memphis several weeks
working out with Memphis
boys and getting in shape
for his bout with kabakotk
Rivers halls from Los An
geles, where he is consid-
cred a top-notcher, and
there Is every Indication
that KabakOff will havY
have plenty 10 do in getting
Refelee Billy HACKS de"
cision Monday night,
kabakoff is already In ex'
cel!ent shape, and when the
initial gong rings Monday
he will be ready to go In and
give Rivers all he possesses.
Kabakoffs last appearance
in Memphis was against
Rebel Red Herring, sin which
bout Abe put up a great
battle, and he is expecting
to go in and win from RlV-
ers. Kabby packs a wallop
in both paws, and possesses
that rare and very necessary
organ, a fighting heart, and
a natural love of battle.
Both boys are working out
daily at the s. A. C.. and
confidence is oozlng from
each camp, which assures
fight fandom Of a great
bout to watch when the two
gladiators clash next Mon
day night.
On the same card with
kabakoff and Rivers VIII be
Charley Jude, the giant Mis-
sissippl negro, who Will
meet Kid Greene, a local
negro heavyweight, in an
eight-round bout. Jude
came to Memphis some time
ago and was conquered by
Battling Gahee, but since
that time he has been un-
dergoing a course Of train
ing from an experienced.
boxer and will present a
different appearance when
he enters the ring Monday
night. Jude is anxious for
another crack at Gahee and
In case he beats Greene he
will Re accommodated.
Marks, Miss, fans are COM
ing with Jude and will be
loaded for bear, confident
that they will be able to re-
coup their losses on the fiji
snce of JUICE here, when he W
cut by Gahee,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
IN B

In football, c. B. c. came back after
a five-year layoff; Vocational entered
the frolic with a fine team and M. U.
S, overhauled C. H, S. for the city title,
after the Green and Gold had defended
the heights for eight or nine years Ia
a row.
No city tennis meet was peeled off
but in swimming Kemper Waddell
reached up for the place left vacant by
Casey Jones, the old Hottum protege.
Soccer enjoyed wide popularity; bas-
ketball held Its own; matinee racing
cutdrew all past seasons and trapshoot.
ing claimed twice the normal number
of adherents.
What other year has brought forth
a greater record in sport? ~
The New York Giants and Boston
Red Sox will meet in several games on
their way home from the spring train
ing camps,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
IN 1919.
BY IRWIN M. HOWE.

point an apparent weakness in pitch
ing strength made 1t appear hopeless
as a pennant winner
Manager Gleason, taking the reins of
leadership for the first time in his 80
years of baseball experience, discov-
cred among his recruits Dick Kerr, a
pitching Jewel of the first water. This
little star went through the entire sea-
son most brilliantly and Pitchers Cieotte
and Williams enjoyed the best year
they had ever known. Manager Glea-
son early imbued his men with a splen-
did spirit of good will ard enthusiasm
as Moran, his team at Jincinnati-and
as the team was composed of brilliant
fielders and powerful hitters, three
pitchers were found to be strong
enough to enable the team to win Chi
Cages fifth American league pennant,
with such assistance, Of course, as
could be given by the second string
men,
The White Sox were in the %pennant
fight from the opening day of the sea-
son when they defeated the Browns
with the aid of u hits. During the
early months of the season they d.
vided the honor of leading the league
with New York and Cleveland. For
nearly a month from the middle of
June the three clubs waged a fierce
battle, the Chicago team finally estab-
fishing itself firmly In tho lead apout
July 10, after which date it was never
headed, though hard pressed by Cleve-
land all during the month of Septem-
Der. Like the Reds in the senior Or
ganization the White Sox bowled over
all challengers, but as there were more
evenly balanced teams in the Ameri-
ear than In the National the Gleason
cohorts had to fight oftener n harder
than did the world champions,
While air-tight fielding and classy
matt throughout the season, the play
of the White SoX was distinguished by
terrific smuggling, fast and intelligent
base-running and brilliant fielding.
only when Cicotte, Williams and Kerr
were at their best could Chicago figure
on winning n low score game. The team
saved many hard fought battles by
lusty batting rallies in closing innings,
or saved u wobbly pitcher by turning
sensational plays afield.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
FLYERS ORGANIZE.

NEW YORK. Dec. I.-The Inter
collie Flying association was or
gansxed yesterday by graduates. from
Yale, Harvard, Princeton and Column
bla universitits and Wthams college
mnte and further aviation by oombin-
ing the various university M college
clubs under a single organization.
An intercollegia cr~ossscountry fly
ing race May. 8 is planned.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
Frank Moran And
Fred Fulton VIII
Fight On january IL

NEWARK, N. J., Dec. 3t.-Frank
Moran Of Pittsburgh and Fred Fulton
will meet in an eight-round bout at
the First regiment armory Acre Jan.
II, II was announced today. The bout
will be Moran's sixth in a series of
comeback" contests IN which he has
knocked out four Of his five opponents.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
Players Will Ask
More Money In 1920
TO Combat II. {. l..

NEW YORK, Doc. 81 The high cost
of living prahably viii result in base
bali players demanding increased sal
aries next year, according to officials
of local clubs today,
Baseball contracts for the 1920 sea
son must bebmailed before midnight to-
night 70 resdrSe q player. OF the three
local major hague clubs the Now York
Americans ~ We signed eight regulars,
the New YoiN Nationals three and the
Rrool1yn Nationals five.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
Red Sox Fall Away.

The Boston Red Sox, pre- season ia
voritcs, after winning a few games at
the beginning, fell away and never be-
came a serious contender for flag hon
ors. This was surprising, as the team
wns u letter perfect organization in
fielding, had strong pitchers, capable
catching and fair batting strength, The
presence OF the mighty Ruth was in it.
self sufficient to make the outcome of
any game uncertain.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
AMERICAN LEAGUE.

In the American league the Chicago
white Sox were regarded by most
critics at the opening of tho season as
being logical eontenders for fourth
place, Boston vas generally favored
to repeat the triumphs of former years
with a sprinkling Of opinion In favor OF
New York and Cleveland, While the
Chicago team was regarded "a equal to
any from u batting and fielding stand
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31

dropped another. He beat Pete Her;
man, the worlds champion and shaded
every other bantam of note in the ring,
Herring stepped in unknown and be-
came a favorite. He was at the top
Of his stride when he took on Benny
Leonard. Blooie!-not to meAtion
Zowie! and Bang! t.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31

By Cog1e Shea

NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS.
by the GOlfer.)
Out where the mashie pitch is flying
Out where the well-trapped drive is lying
Out where the caddy boy is signing,
I'm going to swear off alibi-ing.
(By the Stew
Upon the water cart I'll ride,
Away from the alcoholic tide;
High on the seat I'll sit and ride
And ride and ride and ride.
(By Tom Watkins.)
Well, I'll get a team you'll surely cheer
Up where the dizzy heights are drear.
It's bound to be in the pennant smear
COr I'll be a suicide this year.
(By Jack Dempsey
If Uncle Sam hustles to war
This year withsa Kaiser or Gar
I'll hurdle objections that bar
And go where the real fighters are.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
Jack Leary May Be
Named Chick Pilot
Indianapolis First Baseman and Catcher Looms Up as Prob
able Choice of Local Magnates-Moriarty Is Definitely
Out of 1t.
BY ROB PIGUE.

- ACK LEARY, first baseman and catcher of the Indianapolis
club of the American association, looms up IS the probable
choice of President Thos r. Watkins, of the Memphis base
GkTG ball club. as the 1920 manager of the Chicks. Leary>s a
~ veteran ball player and is fully qualified for the assignment
n in case he and Watkins are able to get together. At pres
S ent the local club president is dickerng with the Indianapolis
magnates relative TO Learys release in order that he may be free to
come TO Memphis.
In cas- Leary Is chosen he will be a playing manager, having
batted over 800 last season, and having been used beth behind the
bat and on first base.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION.

The American association led the de-
niand a year ago for the a~brogation Of
the agreement between minor league
organizations and the two major leagues
which had been in force for many years.
The minors wished to negotiate q new
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
ANSWERS TO NIMRoDs.

Question-How fast do targets fly in
tournaments? Is there a regulation to
throw them? What do you think is the
best load for target breaking in all kinds
of weather? DANER NOLAN.
Washington, D. G.
Answer-The flight is due to spring
tension and direction of the wind, hence
an answer to your question would not
be accurate and of no benefit to your
self or the public. 1t is necessary for
every trapshot to read his targets after
he arrives upon the grounds. At that
time a number of conditions should be
studied, digested and mentally worked
out. Note the lay of the land. If you
find the traps set lower than the score
line, or the wind is blowing from the
score toward the traps, you must hold
a little below the flying object, If the
the wind blowing in the face of the
traps, your aim must be a little high.
Study wind n ground conditions, eS-
innate target velocity and what the
wind is doing to the targets. If they
are cutting capers, 1t IS Usually adVis-
necessary to read every target after 1t
leaves the trap. Your ability to accu-
rately estimate and take advantages OF
existing conditions is what makes you
an expert shot. The popular load for
those who are successful in trapshoot-
ing, and used under all conditions is
3 drains of bulk or "a grains Of dense
powder, IL punches of chilled TN shot.
Question-Do most Of the successful
professional and amateurs shoot with
both eyes open, and why do they do 1t?
FRANK G. AVERY.
Baltimore, Md.
Answer-Yes, successful trapshots, as
a class, shoot with both eyes open, A
shotgun artist shoots targets just as he
would throw a rock at a dog, shoot a
how and arrow, or point a finger. Both
eyes open is the logical way to shoot
targets.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31

Hgcr and there will be no trouble en~
oountered in signing him when the In
dlanapolis claims on HIM have beea
satisfied
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31
M. A. A. BASKETBALL

The twenty teams that will form the
five M. A. A. basketball leagues for
1920 have started practice and all signs
point to a lively race in each division.
Managers, captains and players will
attend a meeting Jan. 6 on the fourth
floor of the Chamber of Commerce
building to complete plans for the or
ganization of the various leagues. Fans
are also invited to be present.
-
The following men will act as coaches
during the season:
Gronauer> at c, II. S., Campbell at
Normal, Hippler at M. U. s., Curtin at
Vocational, Brother James at C. B. c.,
Weissiger at Riverside, Jordan at Ben
Hur. Ray at Columbia Woodmen. Cal
vert and Light at the American Lee
gion, Bookman at the Y. M. II. A. and
MeGrath at the Y. NJ. l. The Knights
Of Columbis coach has yet to be an
nounced.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31

coup their losses on the first appear,
fnce of jude here, when he was knocked
cut by Gahee,
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-12-31

ouestion-Do most of the successful
professional and amateurs shoot with
both eyes open, and why do they do it?
FRANK G. AVERY.