American League pennant race tightens as Indians face test
The Cleveland Indians cling to a half game behind the New York Yankees as they begin a crucial home stand and a 16 game road swing that could decide the pennant. Mike Garcia blanked the Browns 5 to 1 on a four hitter, while Boston and Chicago won to close the gap.
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Baxter Lopez Win Putting In Amarillo Golf Match
Rex Baxter Jr and Joe Lopez defeated Joe Bob Brown and Sam Cobb 5 and 4 in the finals of the Amarillo Municipal Golfers Association weekly partnership match play on the Ross Rogers Course. Consolation match saw Bus Dugger Neal Collins edge Hollingsworth Davis one up on the 19th hole with 64 entries in the event. Thurman Gholston and Charlie Whatley played 35 holes before beating Mrs. R. J. Moore and John Cahill one up.
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Canada Posts January Merchandise Imports Rise
Canada reported January merchandise imports valued at 327.2 million dollars, up from 266.3 million in December and 54 percent higher than January 1950. The figures reflect stronger domestic demand and shifting trade patterns during the period.
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Hambletonian Trotting Race Postponed To Tomorrow
In Goshen New York the 24th Hambletonian trotting race was postponed from today to tomorrow due to overnight rain. Twenty one contenders entered officials said track work would continue to try to run the classic on the new day. Overcast skies and threat of more moisture prompted the delay at the famed event. Meanwhile at Saugus Massachusetts archaeologists found clay pipes dating up to 300 years old amid ruins of America's first successful iron works now being restored.
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Jersey Joe Starts Picking Up Dough
Jersey Joe Walcott fresh heavyweight champion plans an eight city exhibition tour beginning next week. He may also referee one night and possibly team with Milton Berle in a Chicago week. Manager Felix Focchicchio calls the schedule lucrative to feed his large family.
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Women's net play in Essex County club tournament in Manchester
England's two leading players and two of the United States' near top contenders reached the second round in the 24th Essex County Club women's tennis tournament held in Manchester Massachusetts.
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West Point hosted 23 prep grid stars this summer
The Chicago Tribune reported Flint High School quarterback Duncan MacDonald and 22 other prep football players spent six weeks at West Point on a expense paid trip amid recruiting. He described informal talks with Col Blaik, travel reimbursements, draft free status, and shortcuts in entrance exams. 11 of the 23 passed the tests, but MacDonald chose not to enter the academy.
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Home Clubs Win In Texas Loop
Texas League action opens an 11 game southern stretch with first division bids at stake. Fort Worth falls 8 6 as Shreveport halts their drive for fourth, while San Antonio edges Oklahoma City 5 4 to stay near the Cats. Beaumont, Tulsa, Houston and Dallas see tight results as the home clubs press for top standings.
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Amarillo City Championship Golf Tourney Dates Set
The Amarillo City Championship Golf Tournament is scheduled for September 17 to 30 at the Ross Rogers Course. Qualifying runs September 17 to 22 with match play from September 23 to 30. The event offers a $3 entry fee, with non members paying greens fees.
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MacDonald recalls tests and college choice amid scandal
The Tribune quotes MacDonald reflecting on fellow test takers who failed after multiple attempts, expressing sympathy. He says he would have earned $935 yearly as a West Point cadet but chose Michigan on a regents’ scholarship, noting he is glad not to return amid the scandal and that Colonel Blaik had no immediate comment.
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Baseball journey shows Durocher Day marriage scandal
The piece covers Leo Durocher and Laraine Day’s marriage amid mid winter baseball meetings focusing on gambling concerns. It notes Chandler’s push for vigilance, Rule 21 tightening, Frick’s speech, and California court controversy with Judge Dockweiler criticizing the couple as Durocher resists California decree while awaiting continued coverage.
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Another Driver Hits Golf Target at Playland Range
Owner Dick Turner and Ross Rogers Course pro Ross Rogers offer $100 to anyone who hits the target at Playland Driving Range. Contractor from Phoenix working at Amarillo Air Force Base, Turner says Mike Balenti hit it Sunday evening. The target has now been hit four times and the reward remains.
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JC's Stockyards Rally For Playoff Win In Softball
The Western Stockyards rallied from a 7-5 deficit in the final inning to beat Plains Machinery 8-7 in the YMCA Civic Softball League playoffs at Thompson Park. Jaycees defeated the America Legion 146-7. Marshall Miller earned the win, Buddy Cross took the loss.
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Phillips Bell Lead Softball Wins in YMCA Playoffs
Phillips Petroleum exploded for seven runs in the second inning to defeat the Amarillo Gas Company 9 4 in the opening round at Fair Park. Bell Telephone beat Magnolia 13 3 as pitcher Alexander allowed only three Magnolia hits.
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Machines Boost Farm Production
Des Moines notes that farming methods centered on tractors mowers rakes loaders manure spreaders planters cultivators corn pickers combines and other standard machines have raised American output per man hour by more than 3111 percent over the last 40 years.
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Funk Claims Super Crown in Southwestern Wrestling Saga
A boisterous Dory Punk claims the title of super champion while awaiting a shot at Southwestern junior heavyweight honors from Frankie Hill Murdock. Punk vows to wrestle for the belt, offers to pay, and notes two recent wins over the champion. Promoter Cory Detton schedules Murdock vs George Lopez in a mixed style clash with coin flips for each fall.
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World Tourney Set Tomorrow in Chicago At O'Shanter
Promoter George S May hosts the World championships starting tomorrow at Tom O Shanter with 64 pros led by Ben Hogan plus 10 foreign entrants for a 50 000 prize pool, 74 total players and a separate women’s event headlined by Babe Zaharias and Patty Berg. The field competes Thursday through Sunday in a 72 hole medal format.
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Runoff, Qualifying Begin Plainview Invite Golf Event
Coverage of the seventh annual Plainview Country Club Invitational Golf Tournament with West Texas pro am matches today and official qualifying tomorrow. Friday through Sunday will feature match play. Also includes biographical notes on Dub Wooten, McAlester High School coach and former OU standout, plus reflections on his career and family.
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Two Tournaments Night Consolation Actions At Plainview
In the Texas state tournament Plainview hosts two consolation bracket tilts. Plainview Post Office faces Spur at 8 p.m. and Lubbock Sunbeams meet Graham Heeme of Amarillo in the nightcap. Night action followed a day of strong pitching with a no-hit game and two one-hitters. Jackie Neel delivered a no-hit performance, Murrell Furniture of Plainview won 7–0, Red Denham allowed one hit in Crane Ollers 1–0 victory, and Dalton Touchette also allowed one hit in the Sunbeams win.
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Teams Down Primm Drug 5-0 In Finals Preview
In a lopsided win Primm Drug of Brownfield fell 5-0 to h teams. Murrell Furniture and Crane advances to the championship finals set for Thursday night to decide the title.
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Hong Kong Builds Air Defense With British Jets
Hong Kong reports jet planes sent by Britain for defense of the colony. The move signals continued colonial support as tensions rise, with aircraft deployed to bolster local security and deter potential threats.
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