Louis Schmeling Heavyweight Title Fight Set For Yankee Stadium
New York June 21 A world heavyweight championship bout is scheduled for Yankee Stadium New York with Joe Louis Detroit champion facing Max Schmeling Germany former champion The first bout starts at 7 20 P M Eastern Standard Time main bout at 8 0 P M EST The 15 round contest could be postponed to June 23 if rain occurs Officials to be named by the New York State Athletic Commission Attendance projected at 75 000 Receipts may reach 900 000 Louis 40 percent of net Schmeling 20 percent Tickets range 3 45 to 30 Reserved seats 5 75 to 30 Odds place Louis as 1 to 2 favorite and Schmeling 17 to 10 under for decision NBC radio MJZ WEAF network will broadcast the event.
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Indians Rout Yankees as Ruffing Struggles in Seventh
Cleveland jumped on Charley Ruffing for five hits and six runs in the seventh to beat the New York Yankees 10 to 5. Heath drove in four runs, while Henrich, Selkirk, Rolfe, DiMaggio and Gehrig contributed key hits for the Indians as they widened their lead over the world champions to two and a half games.
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Herman Delivers Cubs Victory on Passeau Error
In Philadelphia Claude Passeau misplayed a rundown allowing Billy Herman to score the winning run in the sixth as the Cubs beat the Phillies 4 to 3. Arnovich homered in the same frame with Weintraub aboard.
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Grantland Rice Analyzes Final Louis Schmeling Fight
Grantland Rice weighs Louis and Schmeling for the June 21 1938 showdown at Yankee Stadium. He cites form, experience and punch power, notes Schmeling’s right hand and Louis’s potential edge, but doubts a 2 to 1 Louis favorite. He previews public and expert opinions and fears the outcome remains unpredictable.
Tape-Measure Comparisons of Louis and Schmeling
New York June 21 report shows Joe Louis and Max Schmeling side by side measurements. Stats compare age weight height reach chest neck waist limb sizes and fists for the two boxers in a tabulated format.
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Higgins Breaks Bingle Record in Detroit Doubleheader
Boston wins 8 3 in the first game as Frank Higgins of the Red Sox breaks the American League hit streak record with a twelfth straight, while Rudy York hits his 18th and 19th homers to tie Jimmie Foxx for the league lead. Detroit takes the second 5 4 behind strong pitching and York adds two homers for Detroit. a split outcomes the day.
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Senators Shutout Chisox in Opening Game
Washington pitcher Harry Kelley threw a five hit shutout as the Senators beat Chicago 7 to 0. A homer and four runs driven in by Simmons highlighted the attack while Lewis and Simmons drove in multiple runs.
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Pirates Trounce Dodgers at Ebbets Field in Big Crowd
In Brooklyn the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Dodgers 9 to 3 before more than 20 000 fans under the Ebbets Field lights. Todd and Young homered for Pittsburgh while Cuyler also hit a four bagger for Brooklyn in the first inning.
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Louis and Schmeling Prepare for Night of Odds and Guesses
The piece weighs two top fighters who avoid showmanship in training. Schmeling faces two to one odds, seen as too favorable to him unless Louis reveals a smarter defense against a fast right hand. The article notes Louis has yet to display that edge in recent years and hints at a June night reveal as guesses conclude.
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Louis Schmeling Title Bout Anticipation Draws Big Crowd
New York June 21 promoters expect a massive Yankee Stadium crowd for the 15 round Louis Schmeling heavyweight title bout. Attendance may reach 89 000 with gate estimates near a million dollars as Louis, 24, challenges Schmeling, 32, in a clash that could redefine champions and legends amid high heat and global interest. Louis is a 1 to 2 favorite. Schmeling seeks historic upset and revenge.
KGNC To Broadcast Schmeling Fight Blow by Blow
KGNC Amarillo will air the Louis Schmeling heavyweight title bout in New York City with blow by blow narration. Clem McCarthy handles play by play aided by Ed Thorgersen for color. NBC hookup links 146 stations across the U S Canada and Honolulu with international short wave access. Buick Motors sponsors the broadcast.
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Tulia Grid Iron Nears Completion With Improvements
Tulia youths and fans anticipate a ready gridiron at Younger Field as summer WPA work nears finish. The project includes sodding, leveling, fresh fencing, bleachers, electric lighting and a new fence, with Al Davis supervising. The field aims to be ready for the upcoming term and campus upgrades are planned.
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Steers Trade Todt for Dale Alexander
Dallas business manager Bob Tarleton announced an even trade sending Phil Todt first baseman to Chattanooga in exchange for Dale Alexander the leading American League hitter in 1932.
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Writers favor Louis to beat Schmeling in stadium bout
More than 60 percent of 56 boxing writers favor Joe Louis to defeat Max Schmeling in Yankee Stadium. Most foresee a knockout with 28 predicting a first round or ten rounds or less. Four pick Schmeling and three see a 15 round decision for Louis. 11 of Schmeling backers expect a repeat KO.
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Schmeling to win in predicted upset amid boxing chatter
The author joins prognosticators predicting Schmeling's victory over Louis, citing sources like Grantland Rice and Jack Dempsey while noting mixed reasoning, past fights, and factors such as troop water logistics and public interest. The piece ends with self-doubt about the argument.
Bees Turn Back Cardinals in Boston Victory
The Boston Bees beat the St Louis Cardinals 3-1 behind Jim Turner’s seventh win of the season. All Boston runs came in the third after two errors and timely bunts loaded the bases, with Elbie Pletcher and Johnny Cooney contributing infield contact plays.
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Browns Top Athletics 5-2 on Homers in St Louis
Billy Sullivan and Tommy Heath hit home runs to lift the St. Louis Browns over the Philadelphia Athletics 5 to 2. Oral Hildebrand pitched five strong innings as Sam Chapman homered for the A's.
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The Big Swede Explains Why He Never Shoots 'em Short
Ralph Guldahl, dubbed the dumb Swede, explains his calm poker face and deliberate plan to steady nerves and avoid safety. He pledges never to be short on any shot, insists on bold plays to convert pars into birdies, and cites Open strategies as key in modern golf.
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Reds End Carl Hubbelts Bid As Giants Fall To 6 2
In New York on June 21 Carl Hubbell failed for the third time to win his 200th game. The Cincinnati Reds scored all runs off him in seven innings, winning 6 to 2. Ival Goodman and Ernie Lombardi homered, while the Reds built a lead that narrows the Giants’ advantage to a game and a half.
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Plainview Golf Tourney Ends In Last Hole Victory
C E McSwain and J P Woodward won the high-low city golf tournament at Lakeside course in Plainview on Sunday. L J Halbert and Elmer Winn finished second after closing a six-stroke gap, while Joe Don Scott and Dr D Hollingsworth took third.
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Dalhart Forms Texans to Join Local Softball League
Dalhart baseball manager Art Schlofman announced a new team named the Texans will enter Dalhart's Softball League. The Texans will replace the Spanish Kittens in the local circuit, linking the Dalhart clubs to both the Dust Bowl and Plains Leagues.
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