Events in Sports History in October 1900

US Golf Open

Oct 5 US Open Men's Golf, Chicago GC: Harry Vardon of Jersey wins his only US title; beats Englishman J.H. Taylor by 2 strokes

  • Oct 28 II Summer (Modern) Olympic Games, Paris, France: competition ends after 5 months; no opening or closing ceremonies conducted

Ban Johnson Seeks a Deal

Oct 31 AL President Ban Johnson writes to NL President Nick Young seeking peace