Cardinals Rally to Close Gap on Giants in Tight N L Race
In a dramatic late push, St Louis beat Philadelphia 4-1 behind Dizzy Dean's five hit outing as New York slipped with a 9-7 loss to Pittsburgh. Cincinnati edged Brooklyn 6-5 while Detroit trimmed New York’s lead with a Hank Greenberg-driven 2-1 win.
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Tennis rowdiness rises at national singles event
Henry McLemore reports growing unrest at the national singles championship in Forest Hills. Feuds between George Martin Lott and Frederick Pond, and between Ellsworth Vines and Walter Hall, spill into courts as fans insult players and threaten officials.
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Nebraska grid Perry master futures dark Se TM
Lincoln sept. 11 football patriotism counts on by Coach D. X. Bible to push Nebraska's inexperienced Cornhuskers to victory this fall. He calls this rallying point crucial for the state and notes speed but limited experience as eight lettermen return and no one has earned the major N twice.
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Phillips 66 All-Stars vs Tucumcari Baptists Benefit Duel
Phillips 66 of Borger beat Amarillo in a double header as Hamm pitched well and Skeet Gibson homered twice for the All-Boters. A charity game is set for Thursday September 13 at Metro Park Amarillo with Borger Phillips 66 and Tucumcari Baptists, proceeds aiding the Children's Home, admission 10 cents adults 5 cents children, spectators gain free entry for all players from the local 22 teams. The Maverick Club solicits chairs and books to aid facilities, inviting community donations and library items.
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World Series Plans To Be Discussed By Major Leagues
In Chicago on September 11, five major league clubs Detroit New York New York St Louis and Chicago were invited by Commissioner Landis to a Thursday conference to settle World Series details including dates ticket prices and umpires. The 1934 series opener in the American League city will likely be October 2 or 3 after teams win pennants.
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Davis Sold to Reds as Fort Worth Pitcher
Fort Worth Texas League pitcher Roy Davis nicknamed Peaches has been sold to the Cincinnati Reds of the National League. The move was announced today. Also mentioned is Billy Stamps, former Corsicana all American guard, expected to be a standout in the Southwest Conference this fall.
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Southwest Conference Eleven Drills Open Football Practice
Thirty seven candidates reported to Coaches Morrison and Bell at Southern Methodist University for football practice. They worked on an aerial offense as Morrison aims to make opponents pay for it. End selections include Raymond Fuqua and Louie Smith.
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Tulsa Sell Alex Hooks and Skeeter Newsome to Athletics
Tulsa Texas League President Art Griggs announced last night the outright sale of first baseman Alex Hooks and shortstop Skeeter Newsome of the Tulsa club to the Philadelphia Athletics.
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Yesterday's Heroes: Greenberg, Dean, Bolton Spark Wins
Hank Greenberg hit two homers to lift the Tigers to a 2-1 victory. Jerome Dean pitched five hit innings for the Cardinals to reach his 24th win. Cuff Bolton delivered a pinch hit homer with the bases loaded in the seventh to beat the White Sox.
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National Amateur golf meet whittles field toward final rounds
In Brookline Mass on September 11 the National Amateur Championship enters its second round as field cuts from many players to 64. Notable results include Robert Carpenter Jones of Detroit defeating France Quimet of Brookline. The day also features Bobby Jones Jr. versus Bayard Mitchell Clementon and matchups highlighting Lawson Little and Jack Tucker in early frays.
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Wood
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Junior High Reflections and a Fair Preview
A lively note recalls a county fair with Tom Mix as a guest and fans eager to see his horse Tony. The writer, newly turned junior high student, describes school efforts and personal hopes, mentions Wilbur Glenn Voliva predicting doom, and jokes about delaying prophecies until 1942 as they anticipate finishing high school.
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Playoff Teams Practice Hard in Texas League
In Dallas on September 11, the four first division clubs completed final workouts before pennant playoffs. Galveston meets Dallas, and Beaumont faces San Antonio with eliminations ahead. Winners from each group play for the league championship after three wins. Tulsa Houston Fort Worth and Oklahoma City finish second division action.
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Harvey Ousted As Bors Manager In Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City Indians owner Jack Molland announced Luther Red Harvey will play center field in 1934 but will not manage next season. The team plans an almost entirely new squad for the Texas League year ahead, signaling a managerial change and roster overhaul.
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