United States Faces Threat to Sports Supremacy in 1930
International contests loom as Britain France Germany and Canada set eyes on major trophies. The United States defends the Stanley Cup and golf titles while Br itish efforts aim at the Walker Cup and yachting. France and Germany target tennis and boxing crowns.
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Hungarian heavyweight Marnera set for ring debut in California
In Los Angeles on April 8 a 275 pound Hungarian heavyweight Marnera is slated for his ring debut in South California before a packed crowd at the Olympic Auditorium. He trains weekly, aiming to meet the nine ounce gloves limit, with emphasis on height and weight as scouts watch the bout for prospects.
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Athletic Union mulls postponing nationals and August schedule
The union contemplates delaying the national track and field championships from July to an later date. This change would allow the United States to enter the August meet without a midyear disruption.
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Indians poised for strong 1939 season with young pitching
William Braccher notes the Indians under Connie Mack boast depth at catcher with Jerry Harris and Fred Frank, infield strength led by Lind at short and Fonseca at first, plus a broad pitching staff including Ferrell and Hudlin as the team eyes a higher finish in 1939.
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Keglers Leave Cleveland as Congress Ends
The 38 day American Bowling Congress closes with over 12 000 bowlers from 270 cities after final rounds. D Graff and Sons of Kalamazoo win the five man team title and 1000 prize. Larry Shotwell of Covington Ky captures the singles and sets a three game record. Delott Wis and Jimmy Divine Gary Heap win doubles as 25 year old Shotwell stars.
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Hornsby Likely in Cubs Opening Lineup
Rogers Hornsby, after a Chicago doctor’s report on his heel, will join the Chicago Cubs in Kansas City and is hopeful to play in the season opener. He had left the team for medical advice due to heel soreness that troubled him last fall and into spring.
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Amateurs Tumble In First Round Of A A A Boxing
In Boston last night 30 competitors were eliminated in the National A A A championships first round trials at the Boston Arena. The field of 94 is slashed to 32 fighters for Wednesday semi finals and finals. August Miller knocked out Jack Sylvester in a shocking 126 pound upset.
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Lumpkin KOed Early In Grudge Fight
Roy Lumpkin was knocked out in the fourth round by Dick Powell in Ironton. Powell dominated after a first round draw, delivering rights and lefts as Lumpkin faded under the news his wife Edith filed for divorce hours earlier.
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Stanton Wins Ten-Round Decision Over Ray Vegas
Cleveland heavyweight Gene Stanton won a ten round decision against Ray Vegas Navak Indian in Columbus, taking seven of ten rounds as the main bout. A preliminary welterweight bout between Clink George of Chillicothe and Bop Crenshaw of Columbus delivered the top action of the evening with a lively six rounds.
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Tigers Outfielder Harry Rice Suffers Cheek Bone Fracture
Indianapolis report states Detroit Tigers outfielder Harry Rice, who collided with a fence Sunday, has a crushed cheek bone and will be sidelined for about a week.
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Roush Visits Camp Terre Haute amid Salary Talks Held
Ed Roush, the holdout Giant outfielder, visited the Giants at Camp Terre Haute Indiana yesterday but did not discuss salary demands with manager John McGraw. The gathering focused on team readiness as spring drills continued.
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Chicagoan Leads North and South Amateur Golf Field
Johnny Dawson, a Chicago amateur, opens with a 72 to lead the second 18 hole qualifying at Pinehurst in the North and South Amateur. He holds a three stroke edge over a group at 74 including J B Ryerson Cooperstown Kenan Smith Raleigh and Ross Somerville London Ontario.
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Pacific Coast League Begins Its 28th Season
The Pacific Coast League opened its 28th season in four California cities with Los Angeles hosting Portland, Oakland welcoming Hollywood, the Seals facing Seattle in San Francisco, and the Missions meeting Sacramento at Sacramento.
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Relay Classic At Ohio State Attracts Many
Ohio State hosts the two day Ohio Relays on May 2 and 3 in Columbus drawing entries from colleges and high schools nationwide. About 2,500 athletes from 100 plus schools are expected with a strong field in the 100 yard dash featuring George Simpson and Eddie Tolan among others.
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Leah Riley Extends Unbeaten Indoor Swim Record
Leah Riley of Keansburg New Jersey remains undefeated in indoor swimming by winning the 150 yard medley and 100 yard breaststroke at the Metropolitan Indoor professional swimming championships at Park Central Hotel pool. Ethel Hertle former world champion, finished a close second in both events and tied Riley in the 440 yard freestyle. Clarence Ross the men's champion won the 400 metre freestyle and Bill Goll of New York won the 300 yard medley and 200 yard breast stroke.
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Tuffy Griffith Beats Steam With Grit in Sioux City Return
Tuffy Griffith, leaner and more focused after a Philadelphia setback, trains hard for a Sioux City bout with Sally Montgomery. He plans a return clash with Gagnon in Chicago Stadium on April 30 after weighing 187 pounds in Philadelphia and seeking to reassert his reputation.
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Ruth May Miss Yankees Plan After Memphis Game
Memphis report states Babe Ruth's injured leg showed little improvement and Yankees manager Rob Shawkey suggested sending Ruth to New York after the Memphis game. Ruth was not in form at Little Rock.
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Kremer to Start for Pirates in Dallas Game
Ray Kremer will pitch for the Pittsburgh Pirates in today's game with Dallas, coming to the mound in Dallas, Texas.
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