Yankees First Man Up Breaks Height Rule
Billy Evans argues the lead-off role still matters despite slam-bang baseball. He praises Earl Combs of the New York Yankees as a prime example, noting his height, crouch at bat, eye for pitches, speed, bunting, and 300 hitter status that set up Ruth Gehrig Meusel and Lazzeri for power in the lineup.
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Al Nick Considers Future After Texas Series
Al Nick, tied to Omaha roots, shows homesick signs after a Texas series. He may retire from baseball, amid flashy road work and family pressure from his father to remain in the sport. Influential peers Kelly and Hans Ries are seen trying to persuade him to stay in.
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American Wins First International Tennis Match in Berlin
Francis T. Hunter of the United States defeated Germany's Dr. Heinz Landmann in Berlin in straight sets 6-2 6-1 9-7 marking the opening international tennis event of the local season.
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Three Fights In As Many Cities Rate One Kayo
United Press report details boxing results across three cities. Jack Britton beat Frankie Genaro in Wilkes Barre on a foul in round seven amid crowd uproar. In Philadelphia Ray Mitchell outpointed Ben Rateau over eight rounds. In Los Angeles Jack Roper failed to answer for six of ten rounds, losing by technical knockout to George Godfrey, while Joe Layman stopped Arizona Joe Rivers in the fourth.
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Frankie Genaro
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Los Angeles
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George Godfrey
Joe Layman
Arizona
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Brighton and Hove Albion Star Seeks Police Protection
Tom Cook, center-forward for Brighton and Hove Albion, asked police protection after two aggressive strangers sought to lure him into a car near his home. The incident sparked a scandal in a Scotland Football Association inquiry, with the men pressuring and threatening him to arrange an introduction to a renowned football star. The episode followed multiple attempts to interview Cook at his residence.
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Street Frocks Highlight Two Piece Styles
Street and business frocks often feature a two piece design with a fine jersey blouse and a finely pleated skirt in canton crepe or velveteen, reflecting midseason fashion of practical yet elegant ensembles.
Goose Goslin Stricken With Pleurisy on Train Ride
Washington Senators outfielder Goose Goslin was removed from a train in Pittsburgh and rushed to a hospital with pleurisy. Doctors expected three to four days to determine his condition as the team travels toward St. Louis. He is described as very sick.
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Washington Senators
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Weather and Scores From Regional Games
Weather and scheduling notes for games across cities. Ample cloudiness noted in multiple matchups with a few rain events affecting Chicago New York and Pittsburgh Philadelphia. Only one game listed under American section with Cleveland at St Louis showing cloudy conditions.
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Athletics to Cost Columbia Forty Thousand Dollars
NEW YORK Intercollegiate athletics will cost Columbia University 39039.50 in the fiscal year ending August 31, the athletic association announced. Football made a net profit of 34000, but all other sports lost money. Frau E Von Isacescu of Vienna is said to be the first woman who attempted to swim the English channel, with a first attempt in 1890.
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Buffs Win Marathon Game to Close Series
Omaha roared for 17 runs in three innings to beat Amarillo 18 to 6, taking the final game of the series. Crandall and Rabbitt led with multiple hits as Omaha pounded pitchers, while Amarillo managed 12 safeties but could not overcome the big early onslaught.
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Dempsey Cleared To Fight In New York Without Special Exam
New York May 6 United Press Jack Dempsey can return to the ring in New York without a special medical examination. NY boxing chief James A. Farley insisted Dempsey only must meet usual rules, weigh in eight hours before, and be passed by the examining doctor. Farley defended the commission against claims of a vendetta and said Dempsey must be matched like other contenders before any title bout.
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United Press
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Jack Dempsey
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Dempsey
Billy Stribling
Tommy Loughran
Gene Tunney
Tunney
Philadelphia
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A Double Star By Fog Murray
Nat Niles of Boston shines on both tennis and ice as a versatile athlete. An accomplished tennis player ranked in the United States First Ten list multiple times, he also excels in figure skating and represented America at the 1928 Winter Olympics, winning national titles in singles and pairs with Theresa Weld Blanchard. FEG Murray notes Archibald’s Candy Derby entrants in Chicago.
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Goose Goslin To Pittsburgh Hospital
Star Washington Senators outfielder Goose Goslin was removed from a train and taken to a Pittsburgh hospital with pleurisy. Doctors described his condition as not critical and ordered rest. a team coach travels with him. Goslin collapsed earlier this week at a Washington hotel and exited the lineup.
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Washington Senators
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Washington
Referee Reflects on Dempsey and Champion Respect
The official recalls high regard for Dempsey as a fighter and a man while noting differences with the current champion. He says rules create strict positions where one must accept penalties from both sides and stay within the framework.
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