Plainview Aims To Enter News Globe Baseball Tourney
Plainview hopes to win The News Globe baseball tournament set for August 14 to 22. Manager Henry Kvana says a strong team is forming and requests details on rules and regulations. An entry rush means only ten teams will be chosen with a $100 forfeit to secure a spot. early postings from San Jose New Mexico and interest from Roswell and Big Lake indicate competition will be tight.
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Detroit Outfielders Hit Ball Hard In Recent Games
Detroit outfielders Fothergirl and Manush have been driving balls at a high pace, forming one of the league’s strongest outfields alongside Heilmann. Their hitting has powered the club’s offense while remaining a standout feature of recent contests.
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Letters Praise and Critique of Amarillo Metros Baseball
Readers thank Artest Pea and Charles C Metivide for letters on Amarillo Metros baseball. The writer criticizes poor play, calls for discipline, practice, and a stronger pitching staff while urging fans to support the team at upcoming games.
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Sandie Ball Star Secures Western League Chance
Bernie Vaught midget shortstop from the Golden Sandstorm joins the Denver era in the Western League through Fort McNally. He will report in early 1927 and earn 225 dollars a month. Skeet Gibson also drew a similar offer but has not yet accepted. Other locals like Earl Stockton Ike Curtis Fonken Hill and Middleton received attractive bids this year. Ernie Holman, Vaught teammate, was sold to the Chicago Cubs last year for 7500 dollars but returned to Texarkana due to illness.
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Dodgers and Cubs Sticking in NL Pennant Fight
Brooklyn and Chicago clubs surprised experts by staying in the National League pennant chase. The Dodgers and Cubs, expected to falter by July, have shown no outward signs of dropping out and remain in strong contention with at least six teams still in the battle.
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Free buggy ride for cash buyers at wrestling match
Promoter Harry Patterson offers a free buggy ride for cash buyers of the Basanta Singh Dutch Mantell match. A big bus will shuttle fans from Cal Farley Tire Shop to the event at 7:45 p.m. for one hour and return on a regular 15 minute schedule, no charge. Phone 81.
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Gene Tunney Favored by A. E. F. For Heavyweight Bout
Cal Farley reports that Gene Tunney, once a teammate of U.S. troops in Paris in 1919, is favored to clash with Jack Dempsey for the heavyweight title. Farley notes Tunney's hard training, past illness, and strong support from the doughboys overseas who expect him to win.
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SPECIAL GIFTS CONTINUED PRIZE LIST FOR TOURNAMENT WINNERS
Prize list details cash awards and merchandise for tournament leaders. J. E. Clements receives multiple prizes including MVP and best batter from City Drug Store. Other awards include glasses, watches, car tires, and meals from local businesses.
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Basanta Singh Headlines Major Wrestling Arrival in Amarillo
Indian welterweight Basanta Singh is due at Metro Park in Amarillo Friday for a top bout with Mattsuda promoter Harry Patterson arranging a belt stakes match. A free bus service to the arena is offered for ticket buyers, with Cal Farley officiating and tickets sold at City Drug Store.
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