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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1939

Page

10

If Reds Could Not Beat Ruffing in Opener

Mitch's Musings weighs the World Series opener where Charlie Ruffing shut the Reds down while Paul Derringer pitched well, noting sharp Yankee infield plays and timely hitting as key factors. The piece questions how the Reds might recover and weighs manager Joe McCarthy's harmony and the Yankees' overall depth.

Cliff Cornell Charlie Ruffing Bill Smiley Joe McCarthy Bill Joe Wally Berger Dahlgren Gordon Yanks Goodman Keller Derringer DiMaggio Crosetti Reds Paul Derringer Paul Yankee Yankees Bucky Walters Monte Pearson

Lapses on Defense Spoil Derringer's Mound Work

In a World Series game, Paul Derringer pitched superbly but was ruined by two defensive lapses by Cincinnati. Wally Berger threw poorly on a fifth inning play, and Ival Goodman hesitated on Charley Keller's ninth inning fly, allowing a triple and the tying run. The Yankees won 1 0.

Derringer New York Yankees Reds Yanks Paul Derringer Wally Berger Babe Dahligren Tia Ival Goodman Charley Keller Cincinnati Joe Gordon Babe Dahlgren Lou Gehrig Werber Berger Gordon Dahlgren Art Fletcher Lonnie Frey Ernie Lombardia Frey Lombardi Goodman Keller

Cincinnati Reds Beat New York in Low-Scoring Tilt

In a tight box score duel, Cincinnati defeats New York 2 to 1 as Derringer and Ruffing trade zeroes until late. McCormick and Dahlgren drive runs for Cincinnati while Crosetti and DiMaggio tally for New York.

Yankees Show Off All-Around Power In Exhibition Victory

The Yankees beat the National League team in a stylish, all round display described as an accepted NL style of play. Walters starts as a fast ball flinger and the lineup appears capable of doing everything needed, though some doubt a super team status.

Redlegs Yankees Yanks Poe Walters Reis Yankee McKechnie

Maroons Face Weak Schedule as Chicago Fades in Big Ten

Chicago's Maroons may drop from the Big Ten as they plan only three conference games and favor five weaker nonconference opponents. The issue, tied to transfer rules, will be reviewed by the Big Ten board this winter amid alumni pressure. Beloit beat Chicago 6 to 0 with Davenport as the offense’s lone standout.

Chicago U.P University of Chicago Maroons Big Ten Pittsburgh Pitt Michigan Ohio State Illinois Beloit College John Davenport Davenport Lou Letts Bob Wasem Walter Maurovich

Freshman Walter Senior Jr Key Player for USF

In San Francisco a University of San Francisco freshman football team features Walter Senior Jr as a notable player. The brief notes his presence on the squad and potential impact for upcoming games.

San Francisco University of San Francisco Walter Senior, Jr

Colonels and Wings Set for Decisive Junior World Series Game

In Rochester, the Rochester Red Wings beat the Louisville Colonels 9 to 5 to even the Junior World Series at three games apiece. Herschel Lyons held the Colonels with runners on base as Wes Flowers and Campbell homered for the Wings while Parmalee struggled on the mound.

Rochester N. Y U.P Louisville Colonels Rochester Red Wings Wings Herschel Lyons Louisville Bud Parmalee Wes Flowers Campbell

Opal Myers Birthday Party at Hooper Ridge

Mr and Mrs Lawrence Myers hosted Opal Myers 14th birthday party at their home on Monday October 2. Guests included Hazel Brown Eileen McDaniel Eileen Calentine Hazel Calendine Joan Marquis and others who played games and enjoyed refreshments. Archie Moore the St Louis middleweight is now managed by Jack Richardson and will be booked out of California.

Hooper Ridge Lawrence Myers Opal Hazel Brown Eileen McDaniel Eileen Calentine Hazel Calendine Joan Marquis Wahneta Wolfe Ida Mae Parmiter Ida Sayres Betty Grandstaff Miles Wolfe John Tignor Bill Inman Ralph Sayers Ray Badert Archie Moore St. Louis Jack Richardson California

Cubs Defeat Sox in city series opener at Comiskey Park

In Chicago, the Cubs beat the White Sox 10 to 9 after a 9th inning tie. Bill Nicholson's 9th inning homer tied the game, and Stan Hack, Bill Herman, and Augie Galan delivered 10th inning hits for the Cubs. Earl Whitehill earned the win in relief.

Chicago Teddy Lyons Charley Root Chicago White Sox Cubs Comiskey Park Lyons Sox Sox Park National League Cubs Bill Nicholson Hank Leiber Stan Hack Bill Herman Augie Galan Clint Brown Earl Whitehill Cub

Addison Riverfront Draws Fishermen to Gallipolis

The Addison riverfront is described as a fishing mecca with banks that slope to the water, aiding local anglers who report strong catches as water pushes against the shore.

Gallipolis Addison

Yankees infield shines in Game 1 World Series clash

Henry McLemore lauds the Yankees infield Dahlgren Gordon Crosetti Rolfe for three stellar double plays and a key stop, as New York defeats Cincinnati in the opening World Series game. He notes McKechnie’s ninth inning gamble and DiMaggio’s walk to setup Dickey’s game ending hit.

Cincinnati POAE Werber Frey Sb. Ae New York Crosetti Rolfe Fee DiMaggio Dickey Gelkirk, If Gordon Dahlgren Ruffing P -S N.L A.L McCormick Keller Goodman Derringer Craft Berger Selkirk K Rufting McGowan A. L Reardon Summers Pinelli Long Collins Cincinnati Reds Ali Baba Princes of Babe Flash Frankie Red Cincinnatis Billy Myers Myers Bill McKechnie Reds Yankees Wally Berger McKechnie Deacon McKechnie DiMag Bill

Packers Claim Jimmy Lawrence on Waivers

Green Bay Wisconsin on waivers claimed halfback Jimmy Lawrence formerly with the Chicago Cardinals in the NFL. Lawrence managed Tiffin in the Ohio State Baseball League part of last summer.

Green Bay Wis U.P Jimmy Lawrence Chicago Cardinals Green Bay Packers Lawrence Tiffin

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