Cubs Beat Reds 7 5 Opener In Cincinnati
Chicago Cubs toppled the Cincinnati Reds 7 to 5 in the NL opener as pitching woes and limited hitting hampered Cincinnati. Bob Rush started for the Cubs with Sam Jones closing, while the Reds lineup struggled to support their pitching in wet weather and ground rule doubles fueled Chicago’s offense.
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Tribe Opener Matchup Sets Looming Winter Power Duel
Cleveland Indians and Chicago White Sox prepare for an Opening Day clash in Cleveland with an expected crowd around 50,000. Lemon will pitch for the Tribe amid veteran sluggers, while Chicago counters with Virgil Trucks and a strengthened lineup led by Walt Dropo.
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Opening Day Ceremonies Set by Northwestern Leaders
Opening day festivities outline includes 1:30 p.m. start with master of ceremonies Tima Hull and North High Band. Guards from Lockbourne Airforce Base FU Hayes Port Columbus and Marine Recruiting Station will attend along with Northwestern and University teams. Steinbrenner promises a more elaborate program once springtiming details are confirmed.
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Ohio University tops Virginia Tech in rain shortened match
Dependable Dick Smail led a quartet of Ohio University golfers to a 28.2 victory over Virginia Tech at Old White in Rainy conditions. Smail shot two over par 74 tied for best, with Russell 78 Leonard 75 Algeo 73 and Todd - as Ohio cracked a 2-2 record after opening win over Marietta.
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Closing Rush by Lowry Is Enough for Decision
New York Pat Lowry, a 25 year old ex marine, edged ahead in a 10 round welterweight bout at St Nicholas Arena. Judges split on rounds with Lowry winning on points per two cards while others had it even or for the opponent. Giovali defeated Christensen in the telecast opener, a 10 round decision.
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Blue Devils and rivals clash in SECAL schedule shuffle
In county play and SECAL action the Blue Devils face Gallipolis and Gallipolis in two pitchers, while Bulldogs idle. Forecasted twin bills and weather disruptions forced several games to be postponed. notable figures include Russ Smith on the mound for Shrider’s Blue Devils and Thomas handling duties for A SEOAL and All-Ohio.
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Hert Barnes
Utlin
Dow Finsterwald Golf Pro Quiet Mover Began as County Club Helper
Dow Finsterwald, a highly regarded young professional at six feet and 160 pounds, began golf at Athens Country Club in 1944 as a 16 year old who ran the shop and caddied without pay. An Athens native and Ohio University captain, he rose through high school and college leading teams before his first big pro event, the St Louis Open in 1961. He served as an administrative lieutenant in the Air Force from 1952 until last year, marrying Linda Pedigo in 1983. Finsterwald is known for his quiet demeanor and is well liked by peers for not being forward.
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Gallipolis Golf Club handicap list posted
Gallipolis Golf Club scores show handicaps for 18 holes with top players including Howard Baker Saunders Ray Clark and Dr Raymon T Allison. Other included names are Bill Jones Walter Vance Willard Saunders Russ Smith Vic Hag Rush Krodel Al Shoemake Barton Jones Rex Adkins Dr Clyde Ingels and more with varied handicaps from 4 to 26.
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Clyde Ingels
B Meadows
Jake Somerville
Paul Somerville, Jr
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Bert) Patterson
James Shade
Nick Kroel
George Somerville
Softball Loop Set For 1955 Cleveland Browns Prospects
Cleveland scouts and men like Tom James and Warren Lahr from Nelsonville backfieldmen sign contracts and seek league managers for the 1955 softball season. Terms not yet agreed. Teams to be organized with negotiations continuing after 4 pm. The note mentions Myers Crossing and Detroit Lions as prior affiliations.
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Two New Teams Join First LO In ABC Tourney
Wayne report details the local bowling event with teams from Cleveland and Nazys, noting high scoring totals including 11 squads over 2800 and a 9992 final by Nagy led by Eaton O'Donnell. Nagy stands out with a 690 series as a key player.
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Suspension for Arcaro Nets Two Suspensions
Arcaro begins a 20 day sentence today for two infractions with Sowards set him down 10 days for careless riding. Jamaica suspension covers calendar days, Bowie suspension covers racing days. He accepts the penalties, blaming himself, and will have three riding days after completing the sentences before the Derby.
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Standings and schedule mix color 1940s baseball notes
Standings show WL records for Washington, Chicago, New York, Boston, Detroit, Baltimore with several inconsistencies. Schedule lists Washington at New York 2 pm, Detroit at Baltimore 2 pm, Chicago at Cleveland 2 30 pm, Detroit at Kansas City 3 pm. Result notes: Washington beat Baltimore 12 5, Chicago at Cincinnati 7 4. Also boxing results from Brooklyn and Newark with multiple bouts.
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Kansas City Opens A’s Season With Full City Welcome
Kansas City welcomes the American League Athletics as they begin the season against Detroit at Munich Stadium, a 35,000 capacity crowd filling the AFL era venue. Coach Mack, 92, arrives with the club amid a large parade. Ned Garner starts for Detroit as KC traces its historic league membership.
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Gillom, Three Others Sign Browns Contracts
Punter Horace Gillom and three rookies reportedly signed with the Cleveland Browns in a bid to join the squad for the forthcoming season. The article notes Gillom previously stated he expected to be available this year and mentions coach Paul Brown. Also referenced are college and minor sports results and unrelated notes.
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Still Riding High Dressen Leads Nats In Openers
The article notes Charlie Dressen returning as Washington manager guiding the Senators to a 125 opening day win over Baltimore. It covers opening games across the American League and National League, including the Yankees, Kansas City, Cleveland, the White Sox, and mentions Dwight Eisenhower and other era figures, with key matchups and anticipated crowds.
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Olson Faces Maxim in High Stakes Ring Tomorrow Night
Olson, a middleweight champion, meets Maxim in a scrutinized weigh in ahead of their SORA bout. Promoters trumpet fresh form and finances as both fighters finish camp, eyeing bigger purses after tomorrow’s showdown.
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Ohio U VPI Baseball Game Cancellation
Ohio University and Virginia Tech arrived in Charleston West Virginia after rain caused the return game with Morris Harvey to be canceled. The Bobcats planned to return to Athens tonight as rain continued overnight and into the morning.
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First Round Winner Parks Air Force Base
Bantamweight John Zereghin of Defiance defeated Benny Cochran of Buffalo in the first round of the All Army Boxing Tournament. Zereghin, stationed at Brooklyn AFB, Ala, advances as the week long tourney decides champions in ten weight divisions.
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