Sammy Parks Still Aims to Win Another Open Champion
Sammy Parks, the 1935 Open winner at Oakmont, remains determined to claim another major title. The 26 year old Pittsburgh native, famed for his deft putting on Oakmont greens, has since struggled to replicate his Open triumph, earning roughly $2,000 in seven years while competing on the winter tour and big tournaments.
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Two Umpires Sought for Army Navy Softball Classic
Army and Navy officials plan two umpires for the Malin Field game on Sunday with no decision yet on who will call balls and strikes and base decisions. Navy arrivals, a campus dance, and a patriotic program accompany the anticipated clash between service branches.
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Dodgers Giants Twi night games highlight late season stretch
The Dodgers and Giants split twi night games with lights out after nine in two nights. Brooklyn wins early standings while Giants drop a tough close in the tenth.
Wages Rise 18 Percent for Argentinian Industrial Workers
Industrial workers in Argentina saw wages increase by 18 percent last year, reflecting gains across the sector. The report highlights rising earnings amid ongoing economic conditions and labor market momentum.
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Hogan Falters in Canadian Open Practice
In Toronto on August 5, Ben Hogan fell behind Craig Wood during practice at Mississauga while navigating Credit River hazards on the 6,563 yard course. Wood shot 70 to trail by two under par, as Hogan struggled with a hook and timing. the Canadian Open action begins tomorrow.
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Match Play Opens At Broadmoor Invitational
Broadmoor Invitational in Colorado Springs begins with Walter Emery of Tulsa as medalist hopeful. Emery, par 70 after qualifying, meets Carl Evans of Wichita in the first round. John Kraft of Denver faces New Smith of Oklahoma City, while Bob Goldwater of Phoenix draws Bill Steen of Fairfax in opening matchups.
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Twelve All Star Players Will Go to Texas in North-South Game
Abilene August reports that twelve of the 48 schoolboy football standouts in the North-South game will join Texas teams after the contest. The group includes five AP all-state players and cycles through Longhorn bound backs and linemen from Wichita Falls, Sunset, Temple, Lubbock, and other cities. Schools securing players include Texas A and M, SMU, TCU, Baylor, with several others receiving one per school and some undecided.
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National Grid League Begging for Recruits
Milwaukee, Aug. 5. National League clubs seek football players to replace about 100 veterans drafted for the armed forces. Teams recruit from veterans of lesser leagues and from small schools, hoping to find ready talent for the fall season.
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Cats Gain on Idle Beaumont. Greer Wins 13th
Veterans Ed Greer pitched his 13th victory as Fort Worth beat Tulsa 5 to 2 lifting the Cats six games back of the leaders. Beaumont idle. Dallas extended its losing streak to 11 with a 5 to 3 defeat at Oklahoma City. San Antonio edging Houston 4 to 3 after late rally. Rob Mancuso homered to spark the Mission comeback. Gardner and Greer led the Fort Worth win. Weldon and Byerly strong for Oklahoma City and Houston respectively.
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Jack Lamb Show Free at Muny Putting Tournament
First round matches in the Muny Putting Tournament are being played at the Ross Rogers course and must end tonight. In the completed games Ernest Dowell defeated Charles Quaids 9 and 8, Elmer Dowell beat Frank Lawler 4 and 3, Tex Munch edged Walter Elder 1 up in 40 holes, E. W. Clock beat Wilkie Talbert 3 and 2, Walter Wrase won 1 up, H A Miller beat Wayne Gatlin 4 and 3, Harry Daily defeated E W Hayden 1 up, and Dub Kleipeter forfeited to Clifford Thompson. Second round matches must finish by Saturday with pairings to be announced tomorrow. Also tonight at Municipal Auditorium Jack Lamb presents a free showing of his hunting film to cap the night in the Panhandle. The two hour program starts at 8:30.
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