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Newspaper
Austin American
Location
Austin, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1950
Page
20
Buddy Jungmichel of the Longhorns is hailed by opposing staffs as Freshman Coach of the Year for guiding a strong incoming class. He notes Texas faces competition from other schools for top freshmen and explains how Yearlings are shifted to fill varsity needs.
Lockhart High School football prospects loom as backfield strength promises scoring power while line losses threaten district hopes. Coach Travis Raven notes a tough opener against San Marcos Academy and a schedule aimed at a 1950 District 24A crown.
Brooklyn Dodgers sweep a double header against the Giants to claim second place in the National League while Detroit strengthens its lead in the American League pennant chase with an 8-3 win over the White Sox. Washington knocks the Yankees to third as Sid Hudson outduels Allie Reynolds. Browns pull off a triple play. Indians edge St Louis in 12th and Boston stays hot with a 10-6 win over Philadelphia.
Service Softball finals of the Eighth Air Force journey at Bergstrom Field. Pioneer Baseball features Wichita Falls against Austin at Disch Field 8 15 p m. Auto racing full slate at Oak Hill Downs 8 p m. Little League Regional playoff California versus Texas champions at Lions Park 3 p m.
Bellville High School’s Brahmas, moving to District 23A this fall, seek two football games to complete their 1950 schedule. Open dates are September 15 and September 22. schools interested should contact Coach Sam Bell.
The cellar dwelling Austin Pioneers return to Disch Field for a long home stand starting Friday night in short pants. They face Wichita Falls and Gainesville Owls in a series ahead of Texarkana, Greenville, and Waco games, with all remaining home games set for 8 p m.
Downs Field may host the Dixie Semipro Tournament with only one team showing interest, a New Orleans club that would travel if opponents appear. San Antonio captured the Texas crown by defeating Austin Palominos. Meanwhile Madison Square Garden announces two boxing nights in September, with rodeo taking over after Sept. 27.
A 10 week Oak Hill Downs stock car series finale occurs Friday night with Charlie Ferrell, a San Antonio airplane mechanic, holding 940 points to Harry Elbel's 900. Time trials begin at p.m. Seven races plus trials on the card. a 50 lap feature next week won’t affect standings. Admission is $1 with under 12 free.
Roger Hornsby dismisses the new short pants trend after 25 years in regular trousers. Conk Meriwether, ex-Greenville star, clubs three homers against the Neers for Lake Charles Skippers. Temple manager Lou Finney feted by 1,900 fans at Legion Field. Jerry Kaires seeks draft deferment to finish season. Sherman Denison poll tops with Ray Taylor leading, Morris Cowler second, Dean Stafford third, Izzy Leon fourth.
Yonkers Raceway seeds a $25 000 Yonkers Derby on August 17 with nine fast pacers led by Good Time 1:58 4-5 Grattan McElye Jerry The First Hayes Hanover Riley Hanover and White Mountain Boy 1:59 4-5 Brother Harmony Dr Stanton Noble F at or under 2:00 hours.
Wilmer Allison of Austin and Gil Hall of New York defeated Sidney Adelstein of New York and Bernard Clinton of Dallas 2 6 6 4 6 2 in the men's veterans quarterfinals at the national doubles tournament in Brookline Massachusetts.
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