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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1930

Page

8

Senators rely on youth as Rice and Judge lead with pitching

Washington's Walter Johnson lauds youngster Rice and veteran Judge along with a strong pitching staff as the Senators rise from last season to the top of the American League race. Rice leads in batting and steals while Judge shapes up anew. Johnson envisions a possible World Series clash with Brooklyn if confidence holds.

Judge Senators Johnson Rice Barney Lloyd Brown Bob Durke Irving Hadley Ad Liska Sam Jones Fred Marberry Garlancé Braxton Myles Thomas Brooklyn Wilbert Robinson Washington

Baseball Summary from May 27 Baseball Roundup

The Columbus Senators defeated the Indians as Louisville pressed the top of the standings. Milwaukee fell to a 2 1 loss, while the Saints beat Columbus in a setback for the lead. The Kansas City Blues, champions, moved up while Minneapolis Millers dropped further.

U.P Columbus Senators Louisville Indians Ries Saints Columbus Milwaukeeers Edo Indianapolis Kansas City Blues Minneapolis Millers Millers

Sheriff Ed Hanratty’s Status Key Tie to Thistledown Racing

May 27. The Thistledown track story centers on Sheriff Ed Hanratty’s uncertain status after stepping away from his post. Deputy Joseph Ball now oversees, with Ball saying no action is planned. The debate over the ban affecting Cuyahoga County racing remains unresolved and uncertain for racing interests.

Cuyahoga County

Gagnon Seeks Revenge in Windy City Bout

Otto Pat faces Jack Gagnon in a heavyweight clash highlight of a Chicago card. Gagnon, a popular local ex-sailor, aims to rebound with a knockout after a prior loss to Otto. The bout, part of a busy Midwest schedule, draws Chicago fight fans seeking decisive action.

U.P Otto Pat Jack Gagnon Midwest Gagnon Otto Chicago Tuffy Griffiths Iowa

McAf Beats Zaleski In Free Hit Mini But Five Run Fray

McAf defeated Zaleski in a free hot game at Zaleski Sunday. Home runs by Zaleski players. Hayes Wareheim and others led with singles. Carbondale game at Zaleski Memorial planned, return match June 1. Both games set for 2:30 p.m.

Thur Zaleski Wighouse Ledack Ruth Hile Hayes

Baseball standings and results from American and National leagues

Record of American and National League teams with wins and losses, game results, and upcoming matchups. Includes noted rainouts and city pairings such as Brooklyn vs New York and Philadelphia at Boston, plus American League pairings like Cleveland at Chicago and Detroit at St. Louis.

Louisville Columbus St. Paul Indianapolis Toledo Kansas City Milwaukee Minneapolis St. Boule Brooklyn Pittsburgh Chicago New York Boston Cinneinna Philadelphia Washington Cleveland St. Louis Detroit Omar OS Cincinnati

Senators And Cardinals Continue Winning Ways In 1930 Race

Washington's Senators and St. Louis Cardinals kept pace as the pennant race neared the season's quarter mark. The Cardinals beat Pittsburgh 10 to 4 for their eighth straight win. the Senators defeated New York 10 to 7 for their sixth straight victory. Goose Goslin and Joe Judge homered for the Senators. Jim Lindsey relieved to secure the Cardinals' win. Dazzy Vance blanked the Giants 7 to 0. Cleveland swept a doubleheader from Chicago. Reds beat Chicago 6 to 2. Detroit won 7 to 8 over St. Louis. Phillies and Braves idle amid rain.

Washington Senators St. Louis Cardinals Cards Pittsburgh Yankees New York Goose Goslin Joe Judge Jim Lindsey Lindsey Willie Sherdel Pirates Dazzy Vance New York Giants Brooklyn Robins Philadelphia Athletics Boston Red Sox Cleveland Chicago White Sox New York Yankees Weseley Ferrell Sox Clinton Brown Harry Heilmann Cincinnati Reds Chicago Cubs Jakie May Chicagoans Whitlow Wyatt

American Net Stars Defend Clean Davis Cup Record

John Van Ryn of New Jersey and John Doeg of California completed a U S victory over Mexico in Davis Cup American zone play. Van Ryn beat Ricardo Tapia 6-2 6-3 6-1 and Doeg defeated Frederick Sendel 6-1 6-0 6-2 in 35 minutes, keeping the U S unblemished in the series while Doeg later teamed with Ignacio De La Borbella for an exhibition and Mexico’s Manuel Llano team won 6-3.

Washington John van Ryn New Jersey John Doeg California Mexico U. S van Ryn Ricardo Tapia Doeg Frederick Sendel Tapia Wilmer Allison Austin Tex Sendel Ignacio de la Borbella Manuel Llano

Tribe Rookie Will Wed In Cleveland

Cleveland May 27 Most of the Cleveland Indians were expected at St Thomas Aquinas Church for the wedding of Fred Bud Frank reserve catcher to Miss Frances Kelly of Terre Haute Indiana The groom is 28 and the daughter of Edward Kelly of Springfield The bride and groom planned no definite plans but will live in Cleveland during the season Pete Jablonowski was to be best man and Helen Jensen bridesmaid.

Cleveland Cleveland Indians St. Thomas Aquinas’ Church Fred Bud) Frank Indians Frances’ Kelly Terre Haute Pete Jablonowski Helen Jensen Prank Oscar Prank Dayton, C Miss Kelly Edward Kelly Springfield

Schmeling resumes training for Sharke title bout

Max Schmeling resumed training in Endicott New York after a one day layoff for his heavyweight championship fight with Jack Sharke set for June 12 at Yankee Stadium.

Endicott N. Y U.P Max Schmeling Jack Sharke Yankee Stadium

Baseball Leading Hitters and Home Run Leaders Report

United Press compiled statistics list top hitters and home run leaders for games played Monday May co. Includes Mayer Chub Robins. Rice Sematys. Waner Pirat. Megan Giants. O Doul Phillies. Ruth Yankees. Gehrig Foxx and others with batting averages and totals.

The United Press May Co

Shock Troops Play Today in British Amateur Golf

In St Andrews on May 17, American members of the Walker Cup team entered the second round of the British Amateur championship while Jones and Johnston did not play. Nineteen Americans remained, with 15 in the second round after byes as W Spark of Britain defeated Dr. O S Willing of Portland Oregon 2 and 1.

ST. Andrews Scotland Bobby Jones Harrison Johnston United States W. Spark Briton Dr. O. S. Willing Portland Ore

Thompson May Defend Honor Against McLarnin in Chicago Title Bout

Promoter Nate Lewis announced a $75,000 guarantee for Young Jack Thompson to defend his welterweight title against Jimmy McLarnin in Chicago. Thompson earned the crown with a 15 round decision over Jackie Fields and had said he would fight any challenger for $40,000.

Chicago U.R Nate Lewis Chicago Stadium Jack Thompson Jimmy McLarnin Vancouver B. C Thompson Jackie Fields

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