Indians Triumph In baseball opener over Washington
Eddie Moore started at second for the Cleveland Indians in a 5 to 3 win over the Washington team. General Manager Billy Evans quipped about Moore joining the Indians, while Reds catcher Ernie Lombardi impresses manager Bob O’Farrell with his early form. The Giants’ William Watson Clark battles arm trouble as Yankees field a potent early hitting lineup led by Ruth Gehrig and Chapman. Dodgers plan faster outfield with Frederick Boyle Taylor and Koennecke. Arlington Downs hosts first annual Spring racing meet with multiple purses and the Texas Derby finale. Col E R Bradley pitches a strong three year old slate including Bazaar Blue Again Baker’s Dozen and Boy Valet.
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Grapefruit League standings show NL leads AL in early spring
National League clubs led by the Cubs Pirates and Giants have won 20 of 32 spring games. The Yankees and Browns have seven wins for the AL with three losses against NL foes, while the World Champion Giants sit even in 16 exhibitions but hold a broad edge against AL teams.
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Oklahoma City University Leads Quest in AAU Tourney Semifinals
In Wichita, March 28, the Champion Oklahoma City University Cardinals pressed toward a third title as the Women's National AAU tournament quarterfinals took shape. Earlier second round results featured Pasadena over Chilocee Indian Institute 57 to 10, Dixie University defeating Collinston 31 to 29, Eldorado beating Kansas City Brownies 41 to 8.
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Look Out Below Purvis of Indianapolis Postponed
Purvis of Indianapolis postponed for one week due to unfavorable weather, delaying planned event.
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Boxing Action Set With Dunn and Duniway Main Event
Dallas report previews a 10 round main event featuring Wilden Dunn versus Ed Duniway in tomorrow night’s program. Duniway brings a powerful punch record with 18 knockouts in 22 previous opponents, promising a hard hitting clash.
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Exhibition match opens 1934 golf season in Dallas
Four top amateurs Gus Moreland Jack Munger Reynolds Smith and Dennis Lavender will headline an exhibition golf contest in Dallas signaling the start of the 1934 season. The event features standout amateurs in a showcase match set for Sunday.
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Dallas Golf Honors Won By Mrs Ted Dealey
In Dallas yesterday Mrs. Ted Dealey captured top Dallas Women’s Golf Association honors at the Dallas Country Club, posting the gross score on the back nine to win with Mrs. C F McAuliff as runner up.
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Bobby Jones urged to mount one more Open bid for the South
Henry McLemor reflects on Bobby Jones after a disappointing 13th at the Masters Invitation. Jones inspired a fervent Georgia gallery and loyalty from Southern fans who urged another season targeting the National Open and a return to competition to repay the devotion shown during Augusta.
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Phillies Face Infield Woes As Bartell Is Struck Down
The Philadelphia Nationals struggle with infield problems in spring training as Dick Bartell suffers a spike injury. Low Chiozza fills in at shortstop but the club needs other infielders to prove themselves before the April 17 opener.
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Amarillo Black Spiders to Open Metro Park Series Sunday
The Amarillo Black Spiders, a local Negro league club, host the Vernon Blues at Metro Park Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Admission is 35 cents. The Spiders feature veteran players noted for showmanship while Vernon starts its season with a veteran lineup.
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Ross Defends Lightweight Title In Olympic Bout
Barney Ross defended his lightweight and junior welterweight crown with a clear 10 round decision over Bobby Pacho in Los Angeles. The Chicago star controlled the action before 6,000 fans at The Olympic venue.
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Chapman Back Lubbock Re-elected Coach and AD
Wel don Chapman was re elected head coach and athletic director at Lubbock High for another year. Burl Huffman and J G Keyes were also re appointed as assistants. Chapman, who has been on leave since October due to a throat ailment, previously directed the Westerners to their first District 3 title.
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War Plan Made for Mat Bout in Crazy Wrestling Night
Otis Clingman threatens violence in a wrestling program described as a Mexican revolution style. Rod Fenton and Rob Roy face brutal mock torture before Otian and Rod wrestle with knives behind ropes. Admission ranges from 25 to 60 cents, promising danger for spectators.
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Wild Bill Melhorn Leads North and South Open with 67
Pinehurst NC March 28 1940 Wild Bill Melhorn veteran golfer shoots 67 to take first round lead in the North and South Open 72 hole medal play. Tommy Armour Henry Picard and Wilfy Cox card 69 while Craig Wood Deal No J MN Harry Cooper Chicago post 71.
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Bonfire Triumphs in Open Puppy Stake at Kentucky Trial
In Kentucky at the Kentucky Pointer and Setter Club field trial Bonfire, owned by D R Pearsons of Monticello Georgia, won the open puppy stake. Lit'ie Kid, a setter owned by KF of Duffield Tyler Texas, placed second.
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