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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1934
Page
7
Amid a wavering sports scene, Detroit and Giants face slim chances as Cubs and Jets push for gains. The article notes lingering optimism in Dayton and University of Day events, with teams striving to rebound after a rough stretch and improve standings before key matchups.
In a busy baseball day, Lefty Gomez tossed a masterful one hit game against the Athletics as Detroit and New York held slim leads in the pennant chase. The Giants surged to a three game edge over the Cubs behind Mel Ott and Paul Derringer, while Cleveland beat St Louis 5 2 on Hal Trosky's 23rd homer.
Logan reports Willie Landis, star pitcher for the Methodists in the Junior League, has pitched through pain this season. A doctor’s exam revealed an overlapped back muscle and he should be ready to pitch again within a few days.
Toronto reports Tommy Armour of Chicago won the Canadian Open with a 287 after rounds of 6 73 71 74. The victory extends the U S string of champions begun in 1919, with Ky Laffoon second at 289 and Harry Cooper, Willie MacFarlane, and Pay Coleman tied for third at 292.
Toledo Mudhens manager Steve O Neill saw improvements as his team slipped two losses to a makeshift Louisville lineup 4 to 2 and 6 to 3 while St Paul set a tough season mark with 13 straight defeats. Collected results show Indianapolis closing gap in the standings with three wins over Kansas City and Columbus extending its winning streak to eight.
Yesterday's stars include Lloyd Waner with three hits in each game for the Pirates in a double win over the Cardinals, Tommy Bridges delivering six hits in a Tigers shutout of the White Sox, Bill Terry going four-for-four with a homer against the Phillies, and Lou Gehrig homering twice with three singles in a Yankees win over the Athletics. Babe Herman and Paul Derringer also contributed in their teams, while Fred Frankhouse and Ralph Boyle starred in early actions.
Dayton report notes Bob Kepler of Northmoor is invited to compete in the second annual $2,500 Hershey invitation at Hershey Country Club August 31 and September 1. Also bidding are Billy Burke Cleveland Al Espinosa Akron Johnny Florio Columbus Frank Gelhot Cincinnati and Phil T Perkins Willoughby. Espinosa marked a 69 last year for the course record.
Chester defeated Gallipolis in a high scoring baseball game with standout hitting from Chester players. Gallipolis showed fight with late rallies but could not overcome the early lead.
Chester defeated Gallipolis 7 to 1 at the local ball park Sunday afternoon. The win showcases Chester pitching and offense against Gallipolis in a clear outcome.
Marcel Thil defeats Rinaldi Meroni in Marseilles by outpoint decision. Kid Francis also outpoints Spider Pladner in the same card, with both bouts producing ten rounders in France.
A small town scandal unfolds in The Life of Vergie Winters starring Ann Harding at the Majestic Theatre. Mixx Harding and John Boles portray a star-crossed couple amid political and social pressures over two decades. Helen Vinson and Betty Furness co star, with Alfred Santell directing. Will Rogers also headlines Handy Andy at the Ohio Theater with a comic caper featuring a druggist, Mardi Gras escapade, and a wild ballroom finale.
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