Nova Aims to land knockout against Louis in Sept showdown
Lou Nova declares he will slug Louis and tests his gravity punching theory in a candid interview at a gym. He weighs about 210 pounds and hopes to fight at 202, projecting a bold tilt for the September 19 Yankee Stadium heavyweight title bid.
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Hubbers invade as Sox host in Malin Park opener
The Lubbock Hubbers travel to face the Amarillo Sox in the seven day series opener at Malin Park at 8 80. The Sox arrive after an eight game road trip with injuries thinning their lineup. Amarillo lost 10 6 to Pampa in the finale while Pampa piled 19 hits to Amarillo's 10.
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Nova Matches Woes and Potential in Lou Nova Clash
Cunningham reviews Lou Nova a young North Western fighter hailed as a fine physical specimen. He contrasts Nova with Joe Louis amid age debates while predicting a major focus on their upcoming bout in Detroit after Louis hints at decline.
Major Leagues To Clean House In 1942 Rebuild
New York Aug 15 Major leagues plan sweeping overhauls before season end with teams restricting to 25 players and most stars set for release to rebuild for 1942. Yankees Athletics Cardinals Dodgers Pirates immune. Cleveland Indians eye minor leaguers and veterans.
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Helen Jacobs Falls Before Mary Arnold in Essex Club Tourney
National champion Helen Jacobs Greenville Delaware was eliminated in Manchester Massachusetts as Mary Arnold of Los Angeles defeated her 6-3 6-3 in the quarter finals of the Essex County Club Invitation tournament ending Jacobs tenure in singles and doubles.
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Arthur Dorrell Wins In New York Battle
In New York on August 15 Maxie Shapiro of New York faced Leo Rodak from Chicago in a slow 10 round decision at Ebbets Field. Earlier Arthur Dorrell of Tyler Texas defeated Tony Ferrara of Mount Vernon New York in an eight round bout by outpointing him.
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Reds Keep McKechnie As Manager For Two More Years
Cincinnati August 15 William B McKechnie signed today for two more years as manager of the 1940 world champions Reds Terms were not disclosed but base ball circles expect 25000 dollars per year plus a 5000 dollar attendance bonus McKechnie joined the Reds in 1938 from Boston and the club captured NL pennants in 1939 and 1940.
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Arnholz Coffee Fails in Plainview Softball Meet First Round
Arnholz Coffee loses 4 to 0 to Plains Machinery of Plainview in a first round Plainview Softball Tournament game. Errors plagued the Coffeers who were outhit four to two while Plains Machinery benefited from a strong pitcher and minimal mistakes. The double elimination event, sponsored by the Junior Chamber of Commerce, continues with consolation brackets and nightly rounds through the week.
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Aggie Coaching School to Feature Top Chiefs of Texas Football
About 150 high school coaches will attend Texas A M College free coaching school August 18 to 23. Sessions cover football offense defense and passing tips by Koch Lynch Karow Rollins with officials judging rules and a focus on basketball baseball track and intramural sports. Lectures by Penberthy and Curtis accompany demonstrations and injury prevention talks.
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Bull) Lynch
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Federal Grant To Restore Texas Game
A federal grant of 132716 dollars will fund Texas game restoration with a 28 member field biologist staff. Secretary Will J. Tucker said 25 percent state funds will match 75 percent federal, boosting populations of quail deer muskrat waterfowl beaver doves antelope javelina turkey raccoon mountain sheep and prairie chickens.
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Pollett Sold To Cardinals
Houston reports that Howard Pollett the sensational Buffalo southpaw has been sold to the St. Louis Cardinals and will join them in Pittsburgh. Pollett posted a 20 win 3 loss Texas League season with a 1.09 ERA over 206 innings and should bolster the Cardinals pennant drive. Houston will receive five figure cash plus two Texas League players in 1942.
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Louis Denies Wife $200 Week Alimony
Louis denies he can pay the $200 weekly alimony ordered for his wife Marva Trotter. In a formal answer he accuses her of reckless spending and says $100 weekly plus $360 monthly rent from her apartment building covers her needs.
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Scouts Gather in Wichita for Semi-Pro Tourney Opener
Nine Major League scouts attend the first day of the seventh national Semi-pro tournament in Wichita with 8,000 fans on hand for an opening ceremony honoring semi pro commissioner George Sisler and two games. The event advances toward a 63 game run to crown the 1941 champion on August 27. Enid Oklahoma won last year’s banner and collected 5,130 dollars plus a Porto Rico trip. Oscar Bryant reports a catfish tale from Hollis Oklahoma as a local highlight.
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Grid scrubs to get break as coaches praise reserves
Temple coach Ray Morrison predicts college football will rely more on substitutes this fall due to the selective service act. He expects a season as strong as 1939 and 1940, though six of his players are in the army and the sport faces wartime challenges. Morrison cites his Vanderbilt and SMU background and notes coaches will field capable teams with less brilliant material.
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Sportsie by SID FEDER highlights and notes on boxing and college news
Brooklyn pennant drive comments from Larry MacPhail and Ample Abie Simon adjustments. Buddy Baer fight plans canceled. Sonny Boy Walker in Los Angeles. Nova Olympic punches and Lou Louis belts. Yogi Kid cosmic talk. Wake Forest college choice for Pete Red. Harvard football broadcasts in fall. Ted Husing memories and other sports tidbits. Private Camp Wolters language skills joke.
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