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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1929

Page

9

Belmont Stakes Won by Blue Larkspur in Muddy Track

Blue Larkspur won the Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park to become leading three year old of the year. Jockey Mack Garner guided the favorite to a stretch run beating African and Jack High as Beacon Hill led early. Time for the mile and a half was 2 32 4.5 on a very muddy track.

Blue Larkspur Man O' War -African Jack High Oe Kirkley Belmont Bari N. Y Col. FE. R. Bradley Mack Garner Belmont Park R. T. Wilson G. D. Widener Blut Larkspur Harry Payne Whitney Beacon Hill Garner African Jack Hien

Looks for Place At Poughkeepsie and Blue Larkspur Victory

The report notes Blue Larkspur’s win in a rich Washington race beating rivals as Californias dentist MacDonald claimed frenzied competition. Belmont presented the August Belmont memorial cup to Colonel Bradley. The event highlighted Blue Larkspur as money winner and top older horse, while Kentucky Derby winner Clyds Van Dusen did not race.

Haven MacDonald Washington Colonel Bradley Blue Larksput Jack High Beacon Hill Judson River Blue Larkspur Javersk Clyds van Dusen

Moores-Ross Team Defeats Foundry Nine in Twilight Game

In a Twilight League clash the Moores-Ross club edged the Foundry team 5 to 4. Welish and Keller sparked the offense with key triples, while Floyd and lead batter Leadbetter highlighted strong defense. The victory keeps Moores-Ross in the hunt as they plan to add depth to their lineup next week.

Moores-Ross Foundry Welish Keller Wathries Bell Jae Mepers Tillies Vflord Kiddie Tothert H. Floyd Floyd Smith Woods Shons Ies Creanmakers Herones Jewelers jew_elers Moores-Ross Toys Logan Faruary

Mandell to Defend Lightweight Title in Cleveland Bout

Sammy Mandell of Rockford Illinois will defend his lightweight title against Billy Wallace in Cleveland at Dunn Field this summer if negotiations led by Matt Hinkel advance. Negotiations proceed as talks continue.

Cleveland Sammy Mandell Rockford Iil Billy Wallace Dunn Field Matt Hinkel Empear

Sewell Shifts To Third Base Amid Growing Stardom

New York June 8 Sewell, once Cleveland Indians shortstop Little Joe 3, is quickly developing into a stellar third baseman. He admits learning the hot corner is challenging but expects a longer major league career at third.

George Kirkley Ted Press New York Little Joe 3 Cleveland Indiana Ahort Sewell Arid Sewell Indians Cleveland Fleed

California Crew Faces East Power in Pangakeepsie Regatta

California coach Flore prepares Ky Ebeigit's squad for the Pangakeepsie Regatta with two new faces in the lineup. Eastern observers split on favorites among California, Columbia, and Cornell, as Yale, Navy, and Syracuse show varying form.

Flore Ky Ebeigit Talifarenia Sbright California

Baseball Scores Across Leagues Highlight Rain Delays

Results show American League and National League games with Boston defeating Chicago 5 4 New York 3 Cincinnati 0 and St Louis Philadelphia rains interrupted several matchups including Cleveland New York Detroit Washington and Chicago. Sunday and Monday schedules feature key matchups with Boston Chicago New York Cincinnati Philadelphia St Louis and others.

Philadelphia St. Louis York Detroit Cleveland Washington Chicago Hoston Vives Boston New York Cincinnati Mittsburgh Brooklyn Ann We Lieng Chieag Boston St. Louis Meveland Tirtroit American Association Kansas City Minneapolis Indianapolis Columbus J. Paul Milwaukee Toledo Louisville National League Crickers Aneeregan Teague St. Lows Enders American Association Columbus Kansas City Paul Pittsburgh American League Thers American Association St. Paul Louiavills Minneanolin Ppyttsburgh Sh. Louis Pa Eas Uhiuagse

California or Columbia Crews Favored In Poughkeepsie Boat Race

Eastern observers favor Columbia and California to win the annual Poughkeepsie intercollegiate boat race on June 24. Stanford and Southern California recently showed strong form, while Cornell is viewed as a dark horse as Pacific Coast crews aim to claim a grand slam over eastern teams.

California Columbia Cornell Crew Pacific Coast

Conference Loses Many Star Athletes

Ohio University faces heavy graduation losses across football basketball and baseball rosters. Key players including Joe Regal Dalvis Warmer Lyle Mowbray Willem Garrison Jose Al Jeffrey Pete McKinney Jack Burkholder and others depart Buckeye Conference squads. Baseball losses hit outfield and pitching with Barfoot Engh Wis. Miami players show strong early hitting and averages as commencement looms.

Buckeye Ohio University Bob Wat Joe Regal Dalvias Warmer Lyle Mowbray Willem Garrison Blackfield Chio University Buackeye Fis Pleligg Barfoot Engh Bet Fiuch Mirk Ohia Sched Oute Whig McKintey Gustanelli Willan Wiktenberg Tudes Jimmy Price Al-Ohio Perry van Hyningend Robert Miller Al-Chle An- Buckeye Kennett Glidden Jack Toy Miller Carl Lehroedey Marker Libby Giverd John Petit Trekte Tha T Latheran Tose Lio Little Joe" Skeyser Homer Knotta Kagan Dick Bass Dali Cinedapati Shin Big Red Miami Peg Elsesser Dick Graeser Paul Brown Don Bollechina Calbert Walton Lee Height

Stadium Rising at Ohio Wesleyan Promises 1929 Open

Officials at Ohio Wesleyan University anticipate the Selby athletic field and stadium will be ready for the 1929 football season as stands rise. The student body and regulars are surprised by the stadium’s size, with expectations of 50 impressive sections visible during the construction.

Ohio Wesleyan University Bishop Athletic Elamol

Nelsonville and Athens Messenger Tie In Rain Shortened Game

Nelsonville recreational team and the Athens Messenger side tied 2 to 2 yesterday at the city play rounds after rain halted play in the fifth inning. The Messenger tied the game with two runs in the bottom of the frame while Nelsonville took an early two runs in the first. Battery for the Messenger was Farrie and Burroughs. Nelsonville’s pitcher was Newton. The result may lead to a rematch in the near future.

Cincinnati UFA Fred Fitzsimmons Giants Tommons Parody Gooch Dressen Roush Ator Welsh Lindstrom Horan Adalpho Lrque Clincinnati Kemner May ST. Louis Bottomley Cardinals Phihes Cubs Chicago Jim Bottomley John Heydler National League Syt. Johnson Lernan O’doul Phillier Hafey High Collins Cardinal Frisch Sromley Nelsonville Athens Messenger Athena Farrie Burroughs Tor Nelsonville Nawston

Babe Ruth Expected Back In A Few Days

New York reports say Babe Ruth is recovering at home from illness and plans to return to baseball within a week or ten days. Ruth dismissed notions of serious heart trouble and said he felt better and was on the road to recovery, though his manager Christy Walsh indicated he was “pretty sick” at one point.

New York Babe Ruth Ruth New York Yankees Christy Waleh Cald

Simpson Helps Ohio State To Win Big Meet

Ohio State tops the field at a major track meet led by George Shapnon and Pat Ragius performances. Simpson and Raamia set world records in the 100 yard dash and discus throw as OSU wins. Washington AAS second, Louisiana State third.

Simpson Ohio State Bert Denby United Press Seagg Field Chicago George Shapnon Pate Ragius Ohio State Today University of Washington Aas Litnets Raamia É Sipton Raam Dlacwe

Wimbledon tennis players face stocking debate sparks

At Wimbledon London in June reports say Miss Hela Villa American champion may skip tradition about hosiery, with London press noting possible protest from authorities. Ty Cobb reportedly shifts to golf as baseball era ends.

London Whalelton Hela Villa Herlin Dee Deanna Wirbledony Stockinglaas

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