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Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1952

Page

7

Baytown Little League Race Opens Monday

The Baytown Little League race opens Monday at Jaycee Ball Park with several matchups. Union meets Earthman, Felton faces SPD Tigers, and Cards chase a two game lead as Dodgers close the schedule.

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Length Of Reds Be Tested By ica Cagers

In July 2012 AsinkI reports the United States basketball team prepared for its Olympic run. The squad, built from AAU and NCAA players, aimed to display true form against Russia and other rivals. Coverage notes the Americans expected to top the field in multiple events and pursue a sweep across three meters and diving alongside weight and Greco-Roman wrestling. The Soviet team is described as the chief rival with a strong, long-standing program.

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Kerrville grid open practice and early arrivals

Open grid drills began at Kerrville with the Texan squad under Cecil Isbell and staff. Jim Phelan arrives as the rest of the contingent joins, with players and ends set to compete. Surprise early-round standout from last year noted as among initial participants. Escondido event in California tied to a $2,400 filing. Elmwood sighting finishes under par 64.

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Shantz Stars in MVP Race Though A's Struggle

Bobby Shantz of the Athletics dominates the American League MVP pursuit with an 18–3 record and a 1.62 ERA, while the A’s juggle a pennant chase and a potential first-division finish. He pitched well in a 3–1 win over Chicago, with Ed Joost homering in the second game as Cleveland and Detroit break patterns and the Dodgers stumble in the NL, keeping the pennant races tight.

Carl Lundquist New York Bitsy Bobby Shantz The Athletics Shantz Baseball Writers Chicago Lefty Alex Kellner White Sox Washington Cleveland Yankees Detroit Browns Red Sox Dodgers Cardinals Giants Reds Cincy Phils Cubs Boston Pittsburgh A's Eddie Joost Ferris Fain Bob Lemon Luke Easter Steve Gromek Casey Stengel Johnny Groth Bill Miller St. Louis Lou Boudreau Cincinnati Leo Durocher Andy Serminick Bob Borkowski A’s United Press Fort Worth Dallas Shreveport Oklahoma City San Antonio Tulsa Beaumont Houston Oklahoma City New York ST Philadelphia Brooklyn St. Louis St Fittsburgh

Boy Scout Troop 101 Wins East Harris Swimming Meet

Boy Scout Troop 101 topped the East Harris district swimming meet at Roseland Park Pool, scoring 34 points to win the junior class and earning the Asnett award. Troop 100 led senior class with 45 points, while Troop 101, 142, 65, and 255 posted top showings in various events. individual winners included David Case, Joe Hill, Charles Maher, and Eugene Case among others.

Boy Scout Freon 101 East Harris Roseland Park Asnett Troop Laurels Went To Troop 255 Troop 10 Troop 100 Ich Troop 161 Troop 65 David Case Charles Caldwell Pet Abbate Joe Hill Adrian Horton Maurice Cornelius Charles Maher Adrian Hutton David Evans Bill Abbott Tommy Evans Paul Alpha da Evans Ni Fanestiel Freop Keith Lawdon Paul Ash Bobby Poston Tommie Harrington Rank Angel Don Ricks Paul Hicks Ronnie Gray Freddy Kana Nick Fenestiel Pat Abbott Eugene Case Joe Atkinson Jim Haggard Smmit Waugh Tommie Parris John Carter Jimmy Hill Larry Shanks

One Berth Open In Major City Playoffs

One playoff berth remains as Major City League nears August 7 opening after three more nights. General Tire and Bayshore Motors clinched slots. Franta Motors joined after a forfeit win. Baker's Food Market leads for No 4, Bayshore, Humble contest, with key Tuesday games looming.

General Tire Prince Franta Motors Baker'’s Crosby Bayshore Motors Humble Baker's Bayshore Josa Bayshore-Service Bayshore Meats Service Diamond Two Culpepper Diamond One

Texans Sign Reid Finnell In First 1952 Deals

Dallas Texans announce the signing of veteran center Joe Reid from the Los Angeles Rams and rookie halfback Bob Finnell from the Cleveland Browns for the 1952 season. Reid, 22, 6'3", 225 pounds, played for LSU earning three letters and was part of the Richter trade. Finnell, from Xavier, lettered in 1949 1950 and was acquired with three players for Sherman Howard.

Dallas Joe Reid Los Angeles Rams Bob Finhell Cleveland Browns Dallas Texans Jim Phelan Reid Texans Les Richter Rams Louisiana State Finnell Cleveland Sherman Howard Xavier University

Lassies Open USA Tourney With Tuesday Night Game

Baytown Lassies girls softball meet Electro Tech Labs at 8 p.m. Tuesday at CYO field Houston in the opening round of the Women’s ASA Tournament. Cedar Bayou faces Pasadena at 6:45 p.m. Highlands battles Jacinto City at 9 p.m. on Wednesday. A Miss Softball contest follows Tuesday at 7 p.m. with Peggy Faulk, Lassies catcher, among entrants. Second round Thursday and semi finals Friday.

Lassies Baytown Electro Tech Labs Houston Baytown Area Cedar Bayou Pasadena Highlands Jacinto City Peggy Faulk Baytown Lassies

Playoffs Set For Church League Open Tonight

Playoffs begin tonight at Lee diamonds with Baptist Temple vs St. Mark’s Methodist at 7 20 and First Presbyterian vs Highlands First Baptist at 9. Regular season ended Saturday with St. Mark’s 7 2 Baytown Second Baptist and Highlands First Baptist 32 2 St. Joseph. Baptist Temple finished 10 1 in season. Standings show First Presbyterian Highlands First Baptist and St. Mark’s Methodist tied for second at 8 3. A Monday drawing named player berths under Church League Chair W W Brown.

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Tourney Promoter Lays In Check Supply For $600000 Payout

Chicago promoter George S May, owner of Tom O'Shanter Country Club, prepares for his 12th annual twin golf series opening July 31 and ending August 10. He expects near $600000 in prizes and expenses before the final putt, including $25000 first prize and a $120000 total prize list. May aims to attract all current Open champions and covers travel costs. He is known for flamboyant attire and innovative features such as a telephone on every tee.

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Wrestling Promoter Hurt in Auto Crash

W Thompson, 34, wrestling promoter from Alexandria La, was hospitalized with head injuries after his Cadillac skidded into a produce truck on Highway 96 near the San Jacinto River. Forty three stitches were taken for cuts to his head and face. Deputy Sheriff C G Walker said the Sunday crash occurred when Thompson lost control leaving a curve, colliding with a truck driven by Sam Lewis Jr of Beau mont. Lewis was unhurt. Thompson arrived at the hospital via Earthman ambulance.

Or W. Thompson Alexandria San Jacinto Memorial Hospital San Jacinto River C. G. Walker Thompson Sam Lewis Jr Beaumont Lewis

Marciano Favored To Rip Kid Matthews Fight Preview

Rocky Marciano and Harry Matthews square off at Yankee Stadium for the heavyweight challenger role. Marciano, 27, boasts 41 straight wins with 36 knockouts. Matthews, 23, has three notable decisions over Mame fighters. Returns are unlikely as the bout will not be televised with gate receipts around 300000.

Jack Cuddy New York Rocky Marciano Harry Kid) Matthews Yankee Stadium Ine Walcott Walcott Marciano Matthews East Brockton Mass Seattle Wash International Boxing Club Thay Joe Louis Rex Layne Lee Savold Roland LaStarza Lasne Bob Murphy Danny Nardico Harry-the- Kid Southpaw Murphy

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