Farr Has 208 Pounds That's All Says Max
Mak ing articles describe a heavyweight scene as Max Schmeling returns to New York and confirms Tommy Farr as a possible challenger for Joe Louis. Schmeling and Mike Jacobs discuss a Louis bout with gate percentage and banner options while Schmeling declares Farr weighs exactly 208 pounds.
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Budge to Meet McDiarmid in Newport Tennis Quarterfinals
J Donald Budge the world No 1 from Oakland faces John McDiarmid an incoming instructor from Princeton in the Newport Casino championships quarterfinals. Budge struggled through a tough test against Frank Guernsey of Orlando in the prior round on the grass.
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Old Star Still Twinkles When Dizzy Dean Was Laid Up
A nostalgic note recalls baseball legend Dizzy Dean during his rehab period, highlighting the enduring charm of the star and the era’s signature style. The piece reflects on Dean’s impact and public memory amid medical absence.
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Texas Entry in Casting Is Dependent on Cheap Outfit
Texas fly casters in the national tournament at Buffalo rely on inexpensive gear while top contenders use rods costing up to 150 dollars. Waco columnist Jack Sparks notes his four dollar cane pole led to second place in the salmon fly event with a best cast of 185 feet. He describes the field as the hottest competition he has faced and emphasizes consistency over flash.
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Lewis Faces Colonello In Forbes Field Heavyweight Bout
Weather permitting a 12 round non title heavyweight bout tops the Pittsburgh card with John Henry Lewis and Thal Colonello slated at Forbes Field. Heavy rain forced a postponement. Lewis weighed in as reported yesterday and Colonello at 200 pounds.
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Giants Drive On Cubs Amid Tight NL Lead
The New York Giants push for first place as Chicago Cubs falter amid a six day collapse their pitching and defense. Giants’ bats and bullpen win praise with Carl Hubbell collecting his 17th win as New York tightens its grip on the pennant race.
Young Player Signs With Three Baseball Clubs
At 16 Blind Bill Batteree from Georgia signed with St. Louis in the National League after a regional sandlot tournament in Carrollton. Coach Herb Thomas then arranged his move to Detroit. Back home he gained parental approval to join Boston Red Sox.
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Eason Oilers Lead Kansas Semi Pro Tourney Play
In Wichita Aug 19, the Enid Oklahoma Eason Oilers won their third straight game, beating Lisbon Pallx Me Indians 15 5 in seven innings to pace the national semi pro tournament. Duncan Cementers beat Charleston Ark 4 1, eliminating the Arkansans. Playstaff Arie topped Clinton Ind 12 8 in seven innings, Asheboro McCrarys eliminated Corsica SD 11 0, Dormont Pa champion won a second game over Waverly IA Black Spiders 9 1, Hollywood painters, the youngest team, were ousted by La Grange GA 9 1.
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Old and Famous Golfers Arrive in Portland for Amateur Tourney
Portland hosts the National Amateur Golf Tournament as field stars including Ray Billows of Poughkeepsie NY and Johnny Goodman of Omaha arrive. Billows carded a 68 at Alderwood County Club course while Goodman prepared after arrival. TF Lewisiana State University star Freddie Haas also played, spotlighting a crowded opening.
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Wrestling Night At Mat ai Armory Offers Hot Action
Amarillo bouts ignite at the National Guard Armory with an 8 30 start. Dale Haddock faces Gust Johnson in the main event while Mike Sterlich meets Frank Wolff in the semi final and Tex Hager faces Jack Hagen in the special. Pancho Elpulpo and Jack Terry are reported killed in the curtain-raiser.
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Jack Terry
Dempsey tells of restaurant life and fan pressures
Henry McLemore profiles Jack Dempsey at his New York restaurant revealing the former heavyweight champ's burnout from constant shaking of hands autographs and greetings. He describes crowds threats from drunks and women kissing him and the strain of fame on his home life and staff.
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Baseball Roundup Hits and Misses From AP Wire
By The Associated Press, Cerl Hubbell reports on the night’s Major League results. The Bees beat the Senators 7-6 as DiMaggio homered in the ninth and Vernon Kennedy went four for White Sox. The Pirates won 7-? with a late RBI, while the Yankees and Cubs details are incomplete.
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Roundup of boxing and sports gossip from across the country
Eddie Br iet z reports a mix of boxing notes and sport gossip from Aug 19. Umpires in a national semi pro tourney are praised for fairness in Wichita. Tom Laird criticizes Tommy Farr while Max Schmeling changes HQs. Arm strong feud costs and radio hookups noted. Washington writers expect Bucky Harris to return with the Senators. Farr touts Bob Olin as his best foe.
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Antonio Continues Drive for Title in Golf Quarterfinals
Antonio of Linden New Jersey, a medalist, pressed toward the National left-handers golf title in a quarter-final against Roy Roblin of Dallas Texas. He had a near miss yesterday, beating D H Gwilliam of Youngstown Ohio by one hole at the 38th green when his ball deflected off Gwilliam into the cup.
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Reynolds to Play in All Star Eleven Roster
Big Bob Reynolds, hero of last year's game, is assured a spot on the college all stars against the Chicago Bears on Sept. 6. James Stewart, director, reported George Halas approved Reynolds after reviewing his amateur status and prior appearance. Reynolds powered Stanford to a 7-6 Cotton Bowl win in 1936.
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25 000 Teams to Compete in Semi Pro Baseball Meet
In Wichita Kansas Raymond Dumont president of the National Semi Pro Baseball Congress predicted 25 000 clubs would be represented under a new program adopted at a commissioners meeting. Seven commissioners were reap pointed for 1938 Art Swarth New York Mickey McConnell Nebraska A R Dahn Illinois Stephen Cox Pennsylvania Fu lin Dice South Dakota A W Porter Arkansas and Nick Urban Oklahoma. A plan was adopted to hold 16 district tournaments.
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Nick Urban
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Panthers Storm Toward Final as Fort Worth Tops San Antonio
In Texas League action Fort Worth defeated San Antonio 5 to 2 to narrow the gap to two games behind the Missions for second place. Houston shut out Tulsa 3 to 0 behind Lyons strong on the mound. Oklahoma City hit two home runs but still lost to Galveston 7 to 4. Beaumont beat Dallas 9 to 3 as Harris was pulled in the fourth. District champions will receive trophies and vie for the state tournament and national title shepherded by Honus Wagner.
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