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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1935
Page
9
The piece discusses CHS SINGS and the future impact of a parole violator case on Pitts and others, highlighting public scrutiny and how opinions may shape outcomes. It notes national league reactions, night games attendance, and concerns over conduct and policy.
The St. Louis Cardinals extend a winning streak to 12 games and trim the New York Giants edge to four games in the standings. Carl Hubbell and Hal Schumacher struggle as Dizzy Dean and Hallahan shine for the Cards in a wild pennant chase.
At Columbus state fairgrounds harness card features led by M Lias driven by Wayne Smart of Newark winning the three year old trot. Abbedeen owned by Mae West sweeps the 2:14 pace. Calumet Finery wins first division of the 2:24 trot with Laddie Brewer saluting second division. Eight races on the program with Elks trapshoot doubles led by Jack Taylor of Newark.
Critics praise Hank ODay as a fine umpire and his fans recall his endearing traits. The passage highlights his strong, principled presence on the field and the respect he earned from players and spectators alike.
Everett Marshall defeated Hans Schnabel two falls to none in Camden. Emil Dusek beat Gino Garibaldi after each earned a fall in Trenton while Bull Martin topped Irish Jack Donovan. Jim McMillan defeated Charlie Strack two falls in Indianapolis.
Cincinnati manager Chuck Dressen lauds the Reds as a youthful squad that has won seven straight, including two against the Giants. He says the team is playing inspired ball, improving pitching, and could climb from fifth toward third by season’s end, with no telling how far they’ll go.
New York Genial Joe McCarthy will manage the Yankees for two more seasons at the same salary reportedly 35 000 per year. Owner Col Ruppert announced the deal after inviting reporters before the game with the White Sox. Ruth was mentioned as a possible successor but Ruppert stressed McCarthy’s strong performance and confidence in him.
Waukegan IL golfer 4 count 151 after 36 holes leads the Elks national tournament in Columbus. P C Houston Elwood IN sits second at 153, Curtis Reed Chillicothe OH third at 156, while C A Baker Decorah IA and L A Glosaner Upper Sandusky OH tie for second in Class B with 138 net and Dr Fred Hoffman Columbus leads Class B with 136 net.
Joe Louis and King Levinsky opened drills in Chicago to prepare for their 10 round match set for August 7. Louis aimed to shed six pounds from a recent gain while Levinsky, near 200 pounds, left for outdoor camp at Round Lake Illinois after 10 days of conditioning in Tomahawk Wisconsin.
Fritzie Zivic of Pittsburgh defeated Jackie McFarland of Canton in a 10 round semi final at Hickey Park by unanimous decision. Julius Sweitzer, 48, plans to outfit a home for his 18 year old bride using furniture from her Corry home as townspeople threaten tar and feathers.
Columbus Ohio State University ticket director Henry Taylor aims to break the 1929 record of 354000 admissions with a 70000 seat stadium expecting near sellouts for key games including Kentucky Drake Northwestern Notre Dame and Michigan. He cites a 96200 attendance last season and forecasts 50000 for opening game and full houses for major clashes.
COLORADO SPRINGS Colo UP Hairtrigger greens of Broadmoor’s course proved tough in the Western Amateur qualifier day with only Dave Spec Goldman of Dalig Tex breaking par 70. The next best score was 70 shared by four contenders Tom Dwyer Jack Gaines Larry Trickett and Bob Conliff Jr Chick Evans posted a 76.
Boxing results list multiple bouts across WTTABURGH Chicago and Los Angeles. Littmas outpointed Anson Green in Wisconsin while Zivie beat Jackie McFarland in Pittsburgh. Other results include Gigzy over Liggins, Suneeri drawing Ruffner, Birek and Koroly drawing, and Bruggeman defeating Kulaan in Chicago.
The latest standings show Brooklyn visiting Pittsburgh and New York at Cincinnati while Philadelphia plays Chicago. Boston travels to St Louis and Chicago hosts New York with St Louis at Washington. Detroit hosts Philadelphia as Cleveland greets Boston. In the Association Minneapolis at Columbus, Milwaukee at Indianapolis, St Paul at Toledo, and Kansas City at Louisville.
Lawson Little Jr returns from England with his second British amateur title. He traveled third class to save $22 daily and credits Tommy Armour for potential correcting his swing. Little says he may skip events until September to defend the American championship at Cleveland.
Columbus Red Birds beat St Paul 2 1 to trim their gap in the American Association standings. Indianapolis won to stay half a game ahead. Toledo crushed Minneapolis 16 to 4, with Lin Stort hitting a 112 foot homer, and Milwaukee beat Louisville 2 to 1 behind Storts and Dies Vase.
The list highlights top hitters and pitchers by category. Notable names include Greenberg and Gehringer of the Tigers, Johnson of the Athletics, Medwick of the Cardinals, Ott of the Giants, and Vaughan of the Pirates with high batting totals and home run counts. Pitcher marks include Parmelee and Schumacher with notable win totals.
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