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Newspaper
Anaconda Standard
Location
Anaconda, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1928
Page
11
The report covers Johnny Risko fighting Gene Godfrey in Brooklyn with a controversial decision favoring Risko after ten rounds. Observers credit Godfrey taking control in the later rounds while Risko rallies in a late stretch.
The account describes a brutal ten round bout featuring Risko and Godfrey with Johnny and George as central figures. Godfrey's long reach and body work dominate, while Risko and Johnny push back with relentless pressure and crowd-pleasing exchanges. The narrative emphasizes stamina, in-ring mauling, and the crowd's roar as the fighters trade heavy blows to the head and body.
The Yankees beat Philadelphia 7 4 to extend their lead to 11 games in the opener of a three game set. Henry Johnson won over Robert Grove as Ossie Orwell finished, with big Yankee rallies in the eighth and a 4 3 lead after four.
The New York Giants defeated Philadelphia 1 to 0 at the Polo Grounds in a tense game. Andy Cohen and Mal Ott homered for the Phillies, while Lerain tied the score with two on in the eighth. Giants’ decisive rally in their half included three hits and a fielding error to seal the victory.
The amateur boxing tourney slated for July 2 to 4 at the Elks gym lists entrants led by Frank Perusach and William Curtis among roughly 60 fighters. Notable matches include Kash Karess versus Mamy O' Mine with Karess underlined by a late surge, while Mamy O' Mine defeats Jamestown's Pride in the stretch. Kentucky Rose showed early speed but tired, and McGurk had a slow start but improved later.
Tex Rickard says he is close to purchasing the New York Giants and that an announcement could come any day. Stoneham denies any negotiations, though Rickard reports ongoing talks with his interests.
There will be no boxing card under Legion auspices on July 4. Montreal promoters who first called on Vic Foley wired yesterday seeking him for a Fourth bout. Foley, who defeated Dixie Lahood, was to fight Charley Goodman of Brooklyn on a Butte card. the Legion may stage a later show this month.
National League games in Philadelphia and New York ended with 8 to 11 and 7 to 4. American League saw New York 7 Philadelphia 4, Washington 4 Boston 11. other schedules listed. Minor leagues record Toledo 2 Indianapolis 6. Milwaukee 6 Minneapolis 10. Kansas City 1 St Paul 6. Columbus Louisville not played. Coast League results Los Angeles 0 San Francisco 2. Missions 6 Hollywood 7. Oakland 1 Seattle 5. Sacramento 7 Portland 5. Western League Denver 9 Amarillo 6. Pueblo 9 Wichita 8 in ten innings. Omaha 2 Tulsa 13. Des Moines Oklahoma City doubleheader postponed by rain.
Record crowd attends greyhound card at Highland Kennel Club southeast of the city. Cam Careless wins the inaugural handicap by a length over Calliou, Wild Blood, Melksham Lady and others pick up wins for notable owners including Jess Bingham and McGurk.
Princeton golfers won their second consecutive intercollegiate team championship at Apawamis club Rye N Y Georgetown finished second with standout individual Maurice McCarthy Jr of Brooklyn a Georgetown sophomore earning medalist honors by posting 72 and 75 for a total 147 over 36 holes.
Helen Wills defeated Elsie A. Goldsack 6-2 6-1 to keep the United States ahead in a nine of ten matches sweep as favorable weather came after rain. Molla Mallory, another American, suffered a defeat in the day’s action.
New York and Philadelphia produced a tight nine inning game with Behu Cohen and O Parrel delivering key hits. Pitching saw Aldridge and Miller dominant early with Pestince earning the win while Sweetland took the loss as umpires Rigiex Hart and Jorda called time.
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