Deadline Tonight for Amarillo City Open Tennis Entries
The Globe News in Amarillo invites last-minute entries for the City Open Tennis Tournament with draws at the Globe News office tonight at 6. First round matches start tomorrow on Ellwood Park and Wolflin Club courts, with semi finals and finals on Wolflin courts. David Storey of Littlefield joined the talent pool as of yesterday.
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Army honors old horse at Fort Riley in retirement
Spike the army horse of the 1st Battalion 3rd Field Artillery retires after 17 years of service. A troop review at Fort Riley marked his relief and honored his long career. Much material from the British Museum has been moved to vaults 80 feet underground.
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Gold Sox Fall To Clovis In Series Opener
Clovis Pioneers rout Amarillo 6 to 2 as pitcher Kid Crider allows seven hits in seven innings. Prather homers for Clovis. Crider adds a hit as Amarillo struggles in the three day series opener.
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Fisticuff Prospects Dominate New York Sports Gist
July 17 dispatch highlights Chalky Wright vs Pittsburgh Jackie Wilson in Baltimore ten rounder and Chick Meehan’s title bid at Ebbetts Field looming next month. Mentions Arthur Donovan as referee candidate for Billy Conn film. notes Lew Jenkins buys a Pompton Lakes home and other colorful sports tidbits.
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Parker Forehand Upset Shifts Tennis Balance in 1941 Style
Frankie Parker unveils a fundamental forehand at the Seminole Club, ending years of experimentation. The U S Champion hits cleanly as he aims for the New York State Clay Court Championship and National Clay Courts title, with Don McNeill and Gene Mako in the mix.
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Joe Louis marriage rift teased by column likely over attention
The column sketches marital strain between Joe Louis and his wife amid claims of neglect and social slights. It notes Louis' busy schedule, touring with fights and appearances, plus missed equal billing at social events. The piece hints at possible divorce threats, property claims, and differing accounts of his personal life without graphic detail.
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War Relic Breaks Suffolk Downs Record in Handicap Victory
Samuel D Riddle's War Relic, a three year old son of Man O'War, won the $50 000 Added Massachusetts Handicap at Suffolk Downs. The upset winner, lightest in a nine horse field, finished a half length ahead of Poxborough after a stretch duel in 1 48 3 5 beating the track record by a fifth of a second.
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Garden Hat Comes Back as Simple Sun Shield
A reader notes a return to a plain garden hat to shield from the sun, describing it as all that is needed for comfortable outdoor wear. The remark reflects a preference for practical, timeless headgear over fancier options.
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London Merchants Refuse Cigarets To Women
Report notes some London shopkeepers follow Berlin in barring cigarette sales to women. The stance reflects broader social controls on female consumption during the period.
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Burman Bettina Fight Promoter Uses Hypnotic Gambit
Renowned promoters and bettors buzz as Red Burman faces Melio Bettina with Bettina escorted by magician Grippo the Great. Grippo famed for hypnotizing Two-Ton Galento, raises doubt on Burman's chances while Bettina’s manager looms with uncanny tactics. A London brides-to-be story closes the page.
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All Star Grid Ballot Sends 1941 Seniors to Chicago Game
Readers vote for senior college football stars to start the Tribune sponsored clash with professionals in Chicago on August 28. Ballots mailed to All Star Editor at Globe News in Amarillo solicit reactions and selections.
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