Reds reveal Blackwell under contract for 1949 season
The Cincinnati Reds disclosed that ace pitcher Ewell Blackwell is under contract for 1949. The report notes Blackwell’s status comes as manager Bucky Wal is honored at a dinner, marking early-season expectations for the Redlegs. Blackwell recently underwent an operation for removal of a...
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Carbon Hill Bulldogs Belt McArthur 90 to 55
Carbon Hill routed McArthur High Generals 90 to 55 as Bob Dane scored 36 points and Sonny Campbell added 22. The Generals were within striking distance for two and a half quarters before the Bulldogs pulled away in the final period.
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County Junior Olympic Meet Scheduled May 28
GALLIPOLIS An invitation basketball tournament set for Rio Grande college campus February 4 and 5 in Community Hall. On opening night Red Men meet Cincinnati Bible Institute and Roberts College New York versus Villa Madonna Covington. Cups for winner and individual players planned with possible sportsmanship high point and most valuable player prizes. Mathew Jefferys and James Mains officiating. Games start at 7 and 8 15 p.m.
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Top Pinmen Halt Opponents In League Action
McBee Company pro league saw shutouts by top teams while third place Composing fell to Pricing Planning. Pat White led with a 234 single and 580 series. Jim Romine added 532 for Composers.
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Louisville Coach Takes Toledo Job
Louisville coach Luther Hanshue resigns from Louisville Male High School as athletic board accepts his departure He aims to assume a similar role at Devilbiss High School in Toledo Ohio He plans to begin duties in time for spring football practice in April
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Racine Tops Troy 61 to 59 in Narrow Basketball Win
Racine Tornadoes narrowly defeated Troy High 61 59 to remain among the top in the 11th win in 12 games. Troy led 29 25 at halftime before Racine surged ahead behind Aaron Wolfe and Clair Creamer as Powell sealed the final score with a late basket.
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Alabama Kid Plans To Retire After Defeat
Alabama Kid, 186, Columbus, was knocked out by Sid Peaks, 217, Louisville, Ky, in the first round of a scheduled 10 round bout. After the loss, Alabama Kid announced his retirement. In the semi final, Jimmy Welch, 152, Columbus, outpointed Gene Cartwright, 155.
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Carter in 500 Indianapolis
Duane Carter will drive the same car as last year in the 500 mile race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Carter escaped unhurt from the most spectacular accident of the 1948 grind.
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