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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1937

Page

11

Cuyler Returns to Center Field as Dressen Shuffles lineup

Chicago Cubs visit as Charley Dressen reshuffles the Cincinnati batting order. Kiki Cuyler, back from a fractured cheekbone, will start in center field likely batting second. Jimmy Outlaw leads off, with Les Scarsella moving to third and Ival Goodman in the cleanup spot as Derringer faced the Cubs.

Chicago U.P Kiki Cuyler Cincinnati Charley Dressen Chicago Cubs Dressen Cuyler South Cubs Jimmy Outlaw Les Scarsella Ival Goodman Ernie Lombardi Virgil Davis Phil Weintraub

Frick Suggests Minors for Bob Feller

Ford Frick, president of the National League, proposed that Cleveland star Bob Feller spend a couple of years in the minor leagues. He said Feller remains wild and should learn to control his delivery and put his body behind his throwing arm to extend his career.

Buffalo N. Y U.R Ford Frick Bob Feller Cleveland Bob Frick

Argentinean Lovell Knocks Out Rosenbloom In Ten Rounds

Alberto Lovell of Argentina defeated Slapsie Maxie Rosenbloom over ten rounds in Los Angeles. The 194-pound standout dominated six rounds while Rosenbloom used quick slaps, but Lovell's heavy punches won the decision after one even round. Lovell previously kayoed Andre Lenglet in recent weeks.

Los Angeles U.P Alberto Lovell Louis Firpo Buenos Aires Maxie Rosenbloom Lovell Andre Lenglet

Trade rumors swirl around Cubs pitching and outfield options

It was expected the southpaw Larry French would be the mound opponent. Rumors Tuesday linked Augie Galan or Tuck Stain as Cincinnati trade targets for catcher Virgil Davis. Red officials denied the report and said Chicago would only consider outfielder Frank Demaree.

Larry French Augie Galan Tuck Stainback Cincinnati Virgil Davis Red Chicago Frank Demaree

Stocks rally on steel shares lead gains in early trading

New York stocks rose in moderately active early trading led by steel shares. U S Steel touched 107 then eased to 106 1 4, Bethlehem gained a point to 85 4 4, Republic rose to 38 1 2, Chrysler up to about 113 then 112 1 2, GM up 1 2 to 56, American Smelting up 1 2 to 83 4 4 with Kennecott and Anaconda higher. Rails and utilities posted fractional advances.

U. S. Steel Bethlehem Republic Chrysler General Motors Kennecott Anaconda Southern Pacific Atlantic N. J Texas Corp SOT Steels Am. Rolling Mills Bethlehem 2A Crucible Republic Iron and Steel SR U Steel Steel Ptd Briggs Mfg RSS Rernteeene Neues Geneee Stewart-Warner Ween Goodrich Goodyear Hudson Motor Nash Kelvinator Enee A. S. Rubber A Bsmelters Ae Aene Sane Ilipaiancine RS Anaconda Ree

Toledo Market Report Covers Grains Livestock and Prices

The Toledo grain and livestock listing shows Wheat and Corn prices for various grades, oats and white bread starch, and mixed poultry figures. Pittsburgh Cincinnati markets report receipts, weights, hogs and cattle prices, with live poultry, eggs, butter and lambs noted.

Toledo Pittsburgh

Boston Wool Prices Sputter in Slow Spot Market

In Boston the Agriculture Department reports demand for spot domestic wools remains very slow. Buyers showed limited interest in occasional lots of new fleece wools from Ohio and nearby regions near the low range, with combinations around 46 to 47 cents for combing and about 45 to 46 cents for bleed combing.

Boston U. S. Agriculture Department Ohio

Jack Torrance Debuts In Gotham Boxing Tonight

New York reports Jack Torrance, Olympic shot putter, makes his pugilistic debut against Abe Simon tonight. Torrance, who has four pro fights, has knocked out several unlikely opponents, while Simon holds a longer record with more fights and a string of opponents including a clock and a eel jellier.

Jack Torrance Gotham Henry McLemore NEW York U.P United States Abe Simon Simon Torrance Gus New York Boxing Commission Louisiana Jack Orite

Boxing Night Headlines and Rain Delays Across Leagues

The day's results are sparse with St Louis beating Pittsburgh 3 1 while rain cancels most American Association and National games. Boxers Torrance and Simon showcase punch styles rooted in former sports with critics and managers split on the pre motion, aiming to prove their prowess tonight despite lingering doubts.

St. Louis Pittsburgh

Illinois bowler sets new ABC all events record

Max Stein of Belleville Illinois shattered the American Bowling Congress all events mark with 2070 points, surpassing Gilbert Zunker's 2060. Stein also posted 658 in team, 707 in doubles, and 705 in singles, placing ninth in singles and sharing fourth in doubles with Walter Hartman and partners John Milota and Fred Root of Cleveland for 1317.

New York Max Stein Belleville Ill Stein Gilbert A. Zunker Milwaukee Wis ABC Walter Hartman John Milota Fred Root Cleveland

Irish Crooner Doyle Beats Levinsky in Wembley Bout

Irish heavyweight Jack Doyle outpointed Chicago competitor King Levinsky over 12 rounds at Wembley Stadium before 14000 fans. Doyle, a 2-1 underdog, won eight rounds to Levinsky's one with three rounds even.

London Jack Doyle King Levinsky Chicago Wembley Stadium Doyle Maxie Baer Tommy Farr Levinsky Small Montana San Francisco Pat Palmer Montana Jock McAvoy Eddie Phillips

Rail Time Card Details Arrivals and Departures

The record lists daily rail schedules for CHESAPEAKE & OHIO No 30 southbound arriving at 11 20 am and No 37 northbound at 8 30 pm. New York Central South No 2 at 11 32 am and North No 3 at 10 56 am with No 9 at 1 36 pm. Athens Municipal Airport offers Airtaxi service with connections to major airlines.

Chesapeake & Ohio NEW York Central South NEW York Central North Athens Municipal Airport Airtaxi Sunline Ounset T & W A and Athens Baltimore & Ohio Diplomat Weene National Limited

Bergere seeks to buy Meyer's car in Indianapolis

Cliff Bergere of Hollywood today sought to buy the Miller Special once driven by Lou Meyer in last year's Memorial Day speedway race. He hopes to race it in this year's memorial event and says a proven machine will win. He notes only new potential is Lee Oldfield's Marmon powered 16 cylinder rear setup.

Indianapolis Ind U.R Cliff Bergere Hollywood Lou Meyer Bergere Lee Oldfield

Zuber Sparks Brewers In 9 3 Win At Columbus

Milwaukee pitcher Bill Zuber dazzled in relief with six hits allowed and four strikeouts as the Brewers beat the Millers 9 to 3 in Columbus. Ted Gullic homered and doubled in four plate appearances, boosting his early season pace. the win came as other Association games were rained out.

Columbus Bill Zuber South Bob Feller American Association Zuber Minneapolis Milwaukee Millers Phil Weinert Ted Gullic Sterling Brewer Gullic Ralph Red) Kress

Marshall Field's Foray Favored In Two Thousand Guineas

Marshall Field's Foray was a 3-1 favorite among 19 runners in the Two Thousand Guineas at New Market. Foreseen challenges came from Lord Derby's Fair Copy and O'Murray's Fairford as Derby favorites follow the Guineas, with the winner usually gaining top favoritism for the Derby on June 2.

New Market Eng U.P Marshall Field Foray Lord Derby O'’Murray

County Field Meet Set at Ohio University Stadium

Athens County high school track athletes train this week for the County Field Meet at Ohio University Stadium Friday. Seventeen events planned, ten for boys, with sixteen records in play and Rome High School seeking to unseat current champions. Jerry Hughes leads the event with awards for individual winners and a team trophy for the overall champion.

Athens County Rome Ohio University Jerry’ Hughes Ohio University Physical Education Department

Cardinals Take Lead in Major League Pennant Race

Baseball experts favored the Yankees and Cardinals to win pennants. New York toppled league leader Oakland, while St. Louis beat previously unbeaten Pittsburgh 3 1 in the only major league game played. Bob Weiland pitched six hits allowed in relief for the Pirates.

New York U.P New York Yankees St. Louis Cardinals Yanks Athletics Pirates Bob Weiland Chicago White Sox

Northern Ohio Amateur Golf Qualifier Set for Portage Club

Akron reports the Northern Ohio qualifier for the National Amateur Golf Tournament to be held at Portage Country Club on July 27. Local golfers are invited to compete in this regional event.

Akron U.P Ohio Portage Country Club

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