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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1948
Page
18
Alvin Dark faced the World Series opener with nerves described as butterflies in the belt buckle region. The Braves’ rookie star grew from a slow start to become a key NL hitter, insisting the Braves would fight the Indians to the end and prove they are no pushovers.
Chicago fans hear of a front office overhaul as Frank Lane, American Association president, is expected to be named general manager of the White Sox. Charles Comiskey II eyed for vice president while Ted Lyons resignation paves the way for Jack Onslow. Lane allegedly signs a five year $30000 yearly deal per Ohio State Journal.
Cambridge police report a thief stole Leo F. Manley's car, drove a few blocks, struck two parked cars, and abandoned the vehicle. In the front seat an envelope containing $150 was overlooked by the thief as he fled.
Bert Levy Men's Store promotes TIMELY brand suits with a confident pitch about natural lines and smart fall selections. The ad urges shoppers to view the TIMELY line before buying.
Boston sports writer notes Cleveland favored 11 to 5 to win the World Series opener against the Boston Braves with Bob Feller vs Johnny Sain. The piece describes weather, travel delays, and wagering odds as the series begins, with Feller likely to start the first game and the Indians favored to win the series.
Boston weather forecasts for the opening World Series game predict cool, cloudy conditions with northeast winds up to 20 miles per hour and temperatures in the upper 50s. A near full house of about 39,400 is expected at Fenway with ticket lines for 2,500 standing-room permits, 1,500 judge-box bleachers and thousands of grandstand, pavilion, and box seats selling. The Braves face the Indians led by Bob Feller with Johnny Sain and Gene Bearden also featured. Boston fans recall 1914 and 1946 as landmark series years.
Rice Owls prepare for a Saturday game with the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Coach Jess Neely names John Kelley of Edinburg likely starter at left half, with several injured backs possible to relieve.
Ama rilo Country Club golfers must post qualifying scores by Sunday for the annual Handicap Match Play. Tuesday yielded no new scores. A total of 55 linksters have completed their testing rounds so far.
Dallas report notes a shift away from tie ups between majors and lower leagues as Abilene severs its Fort Worth agreement. Scouts focus on B C D leagues, boosting revenue for small circuits while hardening farm system cuts. Also mentions Hardin Simmons Texas Tech membership talks and a Wichita Falls high school mix up after a dressing room lock in.
The Horned Frogs of Texas Christian University worked on an all offensive today and looked good in the passing department.
United Press surveys Texas Class A schoolboy football as districts near playoffs. Phillips Shamrock Lockney Albany Rotan Brady Holliday Archer City Crosbyton and others emerge as early favorites with notable district results shaping the anticipated statewide championship race.
Texas A&M coach Harry Stiteler announced the first secret practice, held yesterday, focused on polishing theCadets information offense. Starters Flowers, Greiner, and Hill sat out drills with minor injuries but practiced conditioning, aiming to be ready for Saturday night against LSU in Baton Rouge. Rollie Chapman returned to full uniform after an ankle injury as the reserves faced the frosh team in defense.
Chicago reports Ted Williams claimed the American League batting crown at .369 after a playoff single in four trips. Louw Boudreau followed at .355 with four for four in the extra game. Dale Mitchell took third at .335, Al Zarilla fourth, and Bill Goodman at .311. Joe DiMaggio led in homers with 39 and 156 RBIs, Henrich 140 runs and 13 triples, Dillinger 207 hits and 28 steals. Feller won 19 games and K's with 164. Bearden 20-7, Newhouser 21-12, Lemon 20-14. Kramer posted .185.
Austin report notes Rhea Williams announces at least twenty one more schools join the Texas Interscholastic League basketball program for the coming season. Deadline for entries is November fifteenth. Current totals include 32 City Conference teams, 84 Class AA, 228 Class A and 771 Class B, up from last year in several classes.
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