Walters Seen MVP Contender in Reds Season Tease
Mitch argues for Bucky Walters as National League MVP despite Reds pennant outcome. He notes Johnny Mize could contend for Cards if they edge Cincinnati, but praises Walters impact, claiming the lantern jawed former infielder has won 24 games this season and shaped both teams' chances.
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Reds Take Doubleheader Over Giants as pennant race narrows
Cincinnati Reds roared to an 8 to 5 and 9 to 3 sweep of the New York Giants, pulling four games ahead of the St. Louis Cardinals with 22 contests left. Paul Derringer and Milt Shoffner stifled the Giants while Ernie Lombardi and Ival Goodman sparked the offense. Lonnie Frey was sidelined by an injured foot, with Eddie Joost stepping in for a three-hit, three-RBI nightcap. The Cardinals beat the Bees 6 to 3, Curt Davis and Lon Warneke earning the win.
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Pancho Villa Wins Flyweight Title in 1923 Knockout
In New York City on June 18, 1923 Pancho Villa won the world flyweight boxing championship by knocking out Jimmy Wilde in seven rounds. The article notes two homers in the 1936 All Star game by Augie Galan and Lou Gehrig.
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Bucky Walters Proves Durable Pitcher for Redlegs
The article lauds Bucky Walters for his toughness and reliability with the Cincinnati Redlegs. Despite losing records against strong teams, he repeatedly answers calls from manager Bill McKechnie, pitching three times in a span and delivering clutch hits when needed, reinforcing his value to the club.
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Western Reserve and Xavier Rated as Two Strongest College Teams
Columbus report by Jim Emerson notes Western Reserve and Xavier are seen as the two strongest Ohio college football teams. Heat may have played a role as players envisioned a new order among the state’s colleges.
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New Era Looms On Ohio College Football Fields
Ohio colleges start 1939 gridiron season with Youngstown Penguins a surprise winner over Geneva. Alfred Holbrook travels to Union in a 11-game slate all away from home. By Sept 29-30, 37 Ohio teams will have action. Western Reserve looks strong under Big Bill Edwards, while Wooster and Xavier loom as top contenders. Ohio State, Oberlin, Wilberforce open Oct 7 amid a crowded Buckeye slate.
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Amateur Golf Meet Reaches Semi Finals
Four youngsters upset the headline heroes as the U S Amateur reaches semifinals at North Shore Country Club Glenview Illinois. Don Schumacher faces Ray Billows while Marvin Ward meets Art Doering with Ward a former major contender and Doering the 1939 Open knockout rival.
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Nova Faces Galento In Philadelphia Boxing Showdown
Lou Nova set to box Tony Galento tonight at Municipal Stadium after rising to 3-1 favorite. The bout ignites debate over slugger or boxer tactics as about 25,000 fans pack the arena and gate receipts near 125000.
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Standings Snapshot From Baseball League Games
Standings show Cincinnati leading with 8 wins over New York 5. Later results list Cincinnati 9 over New York 3, Pittsburgh 4 over Brooklyn 3, Brooklyn and Pittsburgh tied 4. Chicago 13, Philadelphia 1. Chicago 5, Philadelphia 2 in 10 innings. Detroit 6, New York 1. Cleveland 8, Boston 7. Washington 5, St. Louis 1.
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Hoosiers Trim Kaws for 3rd Straight Time
The Indian apolis Indians blanked Kansas City 8 1 to take a 3 0 lead in the American Association playoff series. Lefty Lloyd Johnson scattered six hits as Indianapolis hitters pounded out 18. The Millers crushed the Colonels 21 1 as Herb Hash pitched a five hitter. Newark Bears beat Jersey City 9 4 in the International League playoff, Rochester tied with Buffalo 2 0.
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Macks 4 Chisox 2 Tigers 6 Yanks KU corn shucking
Summary notes two baseball scores with Macks edging Chisox 4-2 and Tigers defeating. Kansas University schedules a corn shucking contest at dawn before the Kansas State game listed as homecoming on the Jayhawk calendar.
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