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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1950
Page
9
The article notes Rice and Tulane baseball results. Leo Durocher faces pressure with the Giants, aiming to fix infield and pitching. Beaumont Roughnecks show strong spring, with young hustle and speed, led by Hornsby staff.
Coach Bob Barfield seeks a home football contest for October 13 as the Bruins ride spring practices. Cedar Bayou and Barbers Hill clash in a storied district rivalry with Cedar Bayou holding a 7-8 edge in 1948. The Bears must fill one more game to avoid open dates, targeting Class A or B opponents. Barfield and assistant Lewis Davis expect a rough fall with 10 returning lettermen and two junior high successors, as Crosby and Franklin coaches are also mentioned.
The Baytown Oilers plan new uniforms this season. They will be light material in grey with light blue trim and a Humble insignia on the left sleeve, Oilers across the front. Hats and socks will be blue. Bids are open for ball park concessions, restricted to Baytown Refinery employees, with the winner handling all events at the park.
After watching the Brooklyn Dodgers face the Houston Bulls this week the writer boldly predicts the Dodgers will win the National Pennant. He notes the Dodgers’ athletic build and poise with star players Campanella, Reese, Robinson, Morgan and others impressing on defense and offense.
At Augusta Ferrier, 137 total after 36 holes, owns a four stroke edge over Ben Hogan who shot 73 to climb within striking distance. Demaret moved into third after carding a 72, keeping four bogeys to parity for a two day 142.
Nine Baytown boys will enter the junior division in Houston next week with Rollin Russell, district 12 AA singles champion, among competitors. The group also includes Bob Biddicten Don Dison Lewis Weaver Paul Wilkins Thurman Wratson Bill Duplantis Tommy Roberts and Billy Williams. Two local men Leo LeBorde and Harbert Marshall will compete in the men's division, play singles and then doubles.
El Paso Texans owner Jock Corbett says he will await actions after defying a National Association ruling on Mexican League outfielder Ventura Morales. The NA has refused to approve Morales contract, prompting Corbett to threaten federal court action claiming the league lacks jurisdiction over Mexican players. Morales reportedly said he was leaving a job in the Mexican League and Corbett had sent money for him to report to camp.
New York sports column notes a sheriff warning parallel to a Braves dispute with manager Bully Southworth. It reports Boston players pressing for lasting changes and pride the team as the season opens with strong harmony, closely chasing the Phillies in the ongoing race for the league's most harmonious club.
Fishing reports from High lands Reservoir Old River and Picketts Bayou highlight bass white perch and snapper catches. Angling stories feature Jessie Smith in Florida with seven pound snook and several three to four pound bass. Braves management under Southworth discussed as teams anticipate calmer winds and improving form.
East Lansing April report states Michigan State College renews its search for a head baseball coach. Ralph Yoong, Spartan athletic director, announced 38-year-old Stalcup had accepted the Michigan State post, then clarified later that Stalcup would remain at Missouri after a misunderstanding was resolved.
Baylor faces Temple in a Southwest Conference baseball schedule with Easter holidays affecting many clubs. Baylor plays at Waco as Texas Christian hosts Missouri at Fort Worth, while the pro club game featured a lopsided 14 to 4 win for the Bruin hurlers at Temple.
The skater Saubs faces a major decision after receiving a $100,000 professional offer. He mentions prioritizing finishing studies while weighing the new proposal from S& Tang, a three time world contender.
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