Tilden Sparks U S Start in Davis Cup Challenge
In Auteuil France on July 25, Bill Tilden defeated Jean Borotra 2-6 6-1 6-4 7-5 to give the United States an opening win in the Davis Cup challenge round against France. George Lott later met Henri Cochet in the second singles. The match featured a disputed call in the third set and Tilden’s late surge to seal the victory.
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Frankie Tucker Turns Pro After National Lightweight Title Win
Frankie Tucker of SAN FRANCISCO becomes a professional fighter after signing with manager Johnny Frayne. The former amateur champion holds a 26 knockout record in 35 bouts and won the 1230 nation al national amateur light heavyweight championship.
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Approve Liquor for Dentists in Practice
The American Dental Association approved whisky and brandy as necessary medicinal agents in dentistry on the eve of its seventy second annual convention. About five percent of delegates supported theResolution reflecting years of advocacy by those who felt discrimination. The measure requests the right for dentists to give whiskey and brandy to patients, while not addressing prescriptions like medical doctors.
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Negro Slayer Executed in Arkansas Prison
Bud Nolan, one of three African American men who killed two white men during a holdup, was executed by electric chair at the state penitentiary in Little Rock. He walked to the chair and died three minutes after the first electric charge at 7 04 a m. His accomplices John Green and Mack Brown were hanged earlier in March. Ed Dudley and Bud Morgen were the victims.
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Recapture of Escaped Hospital Patient in Texas
N. D. Linebarger, who escaped from the Terrell state hospital, was recaptured and returned to the institution by Terrell officials after Longview officers located him at his home in Longview. Local authorities had been alerted to the manhunt.
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Diamond Dope AMERICAN LEAGUE Results Yesterday
League results show Philadelphia 8 Cleveland 6 New York 5 Detroit 2 Washington 4 Chicago 10 Boston 8 St Louis 5. Standings list Philadelphia 64 32 .687 New York 48 58 .583 Cleveland 49 51 510 Detroit 45 52 .465 St Louis 36 0. BOSTON 35 58 .376. Today matchups Philadelphia at Cleveland New York at Detroit Washington at Chicago Boston at St Louis.
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Buick eight radio wave on wheels set for Amarillo debut
Frost Motor Company will unveil the new Buick eight with a radio wave on wheels in Amarillo at open house events tomorrow and Sunday. The car features a straight eight valve-in-head engine, syncro mesh transmission, and a Fisher insulated body designed to reduce engine noise and fumes. William Frost calls it the standout in the company’s history.
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Kolp among hurlers with homers this season
Pitcher Ray Kolp of Cincinnati hit a homer in the Reds win over the Brooklyn Robins and contributed to a 4 3 loss in the first game. The day featured several NL and AL power displays, with Ruth, Foxx, and Lindstrom among standout hitters and standings shifting in both leagues.
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Buick Eight Advances Elevate Luxury and Performance
The new Buick Eight shows few changes in overall look but adds many fine details and appointments to boost riding comfort. Engineering gains include syncro-mesh transmission, oil temperature regulator, dual carburetion, improved steering, four-point engine mounts, and a new rear axle housing across twenty models in four wheel base lengths. The 850 series uses a 114 inch wheel base with an eight-in-line overhead valve engine, bore and stroke of 2 1 4 by 4 1 4 inches, rated at 76.5 horsepower and capable of 75 mph.
Mr and Mrs J C Dickson Visit Borger Residents
Mr and Mrs J C Dickson of Borger are visiting Mr and Mrs M F in the local area, sharing time with the households and renewing acquaintances during their stay.
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Perkins Seen as Successor to Moe in Western Amateur
In Chicago on July 25 T Phillip Perkins the British player emerged as heir apparent to Don Moe in the Western Amateur after advancing in a dramatic quarter final at Beverly Country Club. Perkins defeated Jack Westland 386 holes with a 69 two under par and faced Johnny Lehman Ira Couch and Bob McCrary in the semifinal round as Moe’s crown was challenged by a rising British contender.
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Major League Leaders July 24 Top Batters and Pitchers
National League leaders include O Doul Phillies batting .408 with 32 doubles and Klein Phillies 92 runs and 146 hits. Klein 106 RBIs, Comorogky Pirates 13 triples. Wilson Cubs 29 homers. Cuyler Cubs 24 steals. American League leaders feature Simmons Athletics batting .898, Ruth Yankees 107 runs and 86 homers, Gehrig Yankees 181 RBIs, Hodapp Indians 138 hits, McManus Tigers 32 doubles, Reynolds White Sox 15 triples, McManus 16 steals.
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Golfers Clash as Lehman Faces Perkins in Match Play
Yesterday on the thirty seventh hole Lehman, a noted match play golfer, was expected to challenge the bespectacled Perkins who was the heavy favorite. The McCrary-Couch affair favored Iowan McCrary due to more tourney experience and fighting spirit. Meanwhile, Mrs. Martin Clifton, injured in a San Jacinto gasoline blast weeks ago, is recovering quickly at Northwest Texas Hospital and due home Sunday.
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Helen Jacobs Out For Season In Ill Health
Ill health forces Helen Jacobs, America’s second ranking player, to quit tournament tennis for the season. Severe pleurisy and quinsy lead to withdrawal from Seabright Lawn Tennis and Cricket Club event and the national championship. she will return to Berkeley, California. Jacobs has been a rival to Helen Wills Moody, often challenging her at Forest Hills and Wimbledon.
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New Women's 200 Yard Breaststroke World Record Set
In Manchester on July 25 Celia Wolstenholme claimed a new world record in the 200 yard breaststroke for women. She touched in 2 minutes 56 seconds, beating the previous mark by 1.5 seconds. The official record previously stood at 3 minutes 3 seconds, set by E King of Great Britain at Glasgow in 1927.
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