Derby Eve Hopes Amid Chilly Derby Weather At Churchill Downs
Derby eve scenes unfold at Churchill Downs as 15 to 16 high spirited thoroughbreds await the barrier. An estimated 80,000 to 100,000 fans are expected as east and west contenders prepare for the 3rd Kentucky Derby. Weather is cool with a possible rain threat. track prep teams work overnight to ensure a fast surface for tomorrow’s race. The field, around 18 colts plus potential rivals, features Derby favorites Whiskery, Scapa Flow, Rap Rap, and Osmand among others.
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Charles B. Kelsey
Louisville
Churchill Downs
H. P. Whitney
Whiskery
Bostonian
Whisker
Scapa Flow
Hestonian
J. N. Camden
H. T.arenival
Chicago
Crystal Domino
J. E. Widener
Osmond
Foxcatcher Farm
Fair Star
Whitney
Sage Stable
Rap Rap
Max Hirsch
W. M. Jeffords
Mans
Downs
W. J. Salmon
Black Panther
Greentree
Saxon
J. E. Widenes
Osmand
Kiev
Stefan the Great
West
J. W. Parrish
Bubbles Hargrave and 1926 batting race discussed
The column analyzes Bubbles Hargrave Reds catcher and his 1926 batting champion claim. It notes Rube Bressler’s higher 1925 output, discusses Waner’s 336 average, and mentions Hargrave’s career, birthplace, and age. It also references unconnected 1927 umpire strikes in major leagues.
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Hargrave
To Gay
Weree
Bressler
Atta
Ul Waner
Pirates
Ebrooklyn
Pip
Oldest Living Ball Player Still At Work
The oldest living baseball figure, Billy Holbert, 74, a Reading park landscaper, began pro ball in 1875 with Baltimore and played NL ball for Louisville in 1876. Now at Reading, he recalls legends like Spalding and Anson, notes Cobb’s still-proficient throw, and compares eras from 50 years ago to today.
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International News Service
Reading
Billy Helbert
Landscape Gardner
Holbert
Proclave
Baltimore
Louisville
Baittesser
Billy
Jack Dunn
Brooklyn
Herbert
A. G. Spalding
al Reach
Pop Anson
Barnes
Radbourne
Dunn
Ashtons
Camp Mead
Maryland
Philadelphia
Gore
Dalrymple
Anson
White
Ty Cobb
Cobb
Lawns
Troy
Milwaukee
Kansas City
Hartford
Buffalo
Connie Mack
John McGraw
Hughey Jennings
Clarke Griffith
Sunday baseball chaos with wind blown homer not counted
Sunday games caused chaos as Jones and Woodward slugged a long hit not ruled a homer due to wind. Enid defeated Alva 42 15 in a high scoring affair with many extra base hits and steals while both teams left numerous runners stranded.
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Enid
Alva
Taylor Not Favorite in Canzoneri Bout
Bud Taylor of Terre Haute faces Tony Canzoneri in an outdoors Chicago bout on June 25. After recent subpar showings, Taylor trails public favor, with many viewing the fight as a do or die moment to prove he remains a top light welterweight. Promoter Jim Mullen plans additional big fights, aiming to boost a strong Chicago boxing season.
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Copeland C. Burg
Chicago
Mid-West
Bud Taylor
Terre Haute
Indiana
Tony Canzoneri
New York
Bud
Canzoneri
Abe Atter Goldstein
Taylor
Celderein
Taylor-Canzoneri
Jim Mullen
Sammy Mandell
Joe Coffey
Omaha Player Joe Rabbitt Sets Stolen Base Pace
The Omaha outfielder Joe Rabbitt has stolen bases at a rapid rate, including multiple third and second base steals, with one home plate theft from Amarillo's Catcher Adams. Club owner Barney Burch plans to time Rabbitt, aiming to break Maurice Archdeacon's 14 2 three second base record.
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Babe
Catcher Adams
Amarillo
Barney
Burch
Omaha
Rabbitt
Maurice Archdeacon
Boxing Promoters Plot Summer Card Spurs Plans
The boxing commission approves a pension and bills a battle royal as Ne rvoes lines up events. Jack Sharkey contract ready for Chicago appearances. Promoter Mique Malley, hurt by Latzo-Simonich loss, plans side shows. Johnny Coulon stages outdoor events. Neils Veirup and Nate Lewin announce summer fights likely featuring heavyweights.
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Boxing Commission
Nervoes
Illinois
Jack Sharkey
Mique Malley
Pete Latzo
Joe Simonich
Chicago
Alee
Johnny Coulon
Neils
Veirup
Nate Lewin
Cleveland Plans Monument for Tris Speaker At Dunn Field
May 13 report notes Satoreny proclaims Speaker Day in Cleveland to honor Tris Speaker former Indians manager now with Washington. Other items include Pedie arrest in Los Angeles and varied Western League scores with Tulsa and Oklahoma City highlights.
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Cleveland
Satoreny
Dunnfield
Tris Speaker
Cleveland Indians
Washington
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