Ferriss extends unbeaten run in 6-2 win over Indians
Boston rookie Dave Ferriss pitched five hits and his seventh straight win, beating Cleveland 6-2 as the Red Sox extended his undefeated streak. Mackiewicz drove in a run for the Indians off Embree, while Ferriss improved to record his latest victory against all AL rivals except Washington.
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Tigers Blank Yankees 2-0 Behind Mueller's First Start
Army veteran Les Mueller pitched a two hit shutout for Detroit as the Tigers beat the New York Yankees 2 to 0. Detroit scored in the fourth on RBI singles from Rudy York Cramer and Jimmy Outlaw, aided by a double steal attempt that produced one run before Skeeter Webb was tagged out.
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Browns overpower Senators with four-run second inning
In Washington on May 31 the St. Louis Browns scored four runs in the second inning to defeat the Washington Senators 6 to 0. Mic Haefner issued six walks and three singles, allowing the Browns to seize a comfortable lead.
City Playgrounds Open For Registration Today
Bluefield WV and Bluefield VA playgrounds reopen for summer with white and Black facilities at Wade Easley East End and Hancock sites. Recreation center at municipal auditorium led by Miss Virginia Stowers with revised hours and staff. registration starts at 1 pm.
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Heavy Dough To Be Put Up For Pros
Chicago May 31 A total purse of 60233 in war bonds and stamps will be the prize winning stake in the 1945 all American golf tournaments to be held July 23 to 29 at the Tom O Shanter country club George 8 May sponsor of the event and president of the club announced tonight The 1945 purse for the three way meet May said represents an all time high in Golf prizes surpassing last year's Tom O Shanter stake of 42000 First prize in the all American men's open will be 13600 topping in 13362 which Byron Nelson captured last year
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National League Results and Tonight's Schedule
Yesterday the Dodgers and Reds won key NL games as Cincinnati defeated Philadelphia 8 to 1 and St Louis beat Boston 9 to 4. Brooklyn and Pittsburgh also won, while tonight Voiselle faces Donnelly in St Louis and Davis battles Rocea in Cincinnati as Brooklyn visits Cincinnati.
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Baseball Scores and Schedule May Include Varied Results
American League Boston leads 6 to 2 over ences with Philadelphia at 3 and Cha ne 2 against New York St Louis 5 5 Washington 3. Todays games Cleveland at New he molds versus Bevens or Boro Detroit at Boston St Louis at Philadelphie Jakucki versus Koerr or 1 2 and Chicago at Washington night Grove versus Wolff. Mention of military requirements notes 24 percent this year, up from 16 percent last year.
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Golf Greatly Delayed by War Service Says AP Writer
AP sports writer notes that golf has suffered the most from armed forces service, predicting long dominance by prewar stars as other sports see higher camp opportunities. He argues golf requires facilities and time scarce for servicemen, delaying rise of new champions.
Baseball Notes and Offbeat Incidents in Sports Circles
Snappy Caprence may return with intensive practice to resume where left off. Mexico City base ball player ousted for attacking a teammate. Leo Durocher fined $75 after clash with umpire Bill Stewart. Dodgers face rough days with rising umpire tensions. Average American league player age around 28. wide age spread observed. Binghamton beat Scranton 11 to 4 on one hit and 15 walks, a walkaway in Eastern league play.
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Pete Gray Teaches Outfield Pivot To Veterans At Walter Reed
St Louis Browns star Pete Gray demonstrated a new outfield technique to veterans at Walter Reed Hospital with help from manager Luke Sewell. Gray tested a full basketball pivot to generate power while fielding and throwing, adapting footwork and timing as amputees offered tips.
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Apprentice Jockey Edens Captures Three Wins at Charles Town
Charles Town Jockey Club eight race card saw apprentice Bobby Edens win three races. He rode Valley Dirk to a five length Potomac purse victory in 1.21 for 6 1/2 furlongs, paying $4.80. Edens also aided a $56.00 daily double as Rore's Hutoka and Intelligentsia each posted betting favorites. Big Moose, owned by H. B. Langdon, finished third or won with $19.40 payoff.
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Violet Ray Eyes 30th Win in Ten Round Colisueum Bout
Elmer Violet Ray, a 193 pound Negro heavyweight from Hastings Florida, aims for his 30th straight victory as he meets Larry Lane of Trenton New Jersey in a ten round bout at the coliseum promoted by Jack Kearns tomorrow night. Ray has 28 knockouts among his victories.
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Beck Hurls Reds to 8-1 Victory Over Phillie
Cincinnati Reds defeat Philadelphia Blue Jays 8-1 to clinch a three game series. Beck pitched five strong innings and combined with four Reds errors to seal the win. Williams, Walker, McCormick and Mesner contributed multi hit games.
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American Association Scores From Toledo and Nearby Games
Scores from an American Association slate show Toledo 4 over Columbus 2, Kansas City 1 to 15, Milwaukee 3 to 6, Indianapolis 14, and Louisville 1 in recent play.
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Field Narrows For Big Race At The Downs
The Kentucky Derby field narrows to about fourteen as Free For All is scratched and Hoop Jr. heads to Kentucky after an earlier Wood Memorial showing. Hoop Jr. and Alexis leave New York for Derby prep while Sea Swallow remains the lone western entrant among a Kentucky trained group.
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Pony Ballet Scores Second Straight Victory at Delaware Park
Pony Ballet a six year old mare owned by Mrs. Robert H. Heighe of Bel Air Md led from the outset to win the six furlong Mill Creek purse at Delaware Park in 1 12. Ray Arduini rode the winner as about 6 000 fans watched. Lawlast edged Wise Advice and Army Belle for second with Valdia Brave close behind.
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Million Buck Gate Set For Army Base Baseball Game
Shreveport Louisiana May 31 A million dollar gate is planned from war bond sales for a June 20 army baseball game at Camp Livingston and Barksdale field. Camp Livingston and Barksdale field teams include Sgt. Pete Reiser a Brooklyn Dodger standout and other former pros.
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Judd Sold to Phillies by Red Sox for Waiver Price
Oscar Judd a 35 year old Canadian left handed pitcher was sold by the Boston Red Sox to the Philadelphia Phillies for the waiver price He will report to Pittsburgh tomorrow for his new club.
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Piedmont League Results Spark Interest Across Cities
In a series of baseball updates, Portsmouth and Lynchburg split a doubleheader with scores of 5 to 7 and 4 to 1 respectively. Newport News also posted a win, while Rishanond delivered a standout eight-run showing.
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Cavaliers Eye Heptagonal Meet Against Navy and Ivies
Cavalier track team heads to Antal for a seven-team meet featuring Navy 4-A champions and top runners from Columbia Cornell Dartmouth Pennsylvania and Princeton. Virginia best chance is Bill McBratney and Buck Whitlach in the discus with Bouley from Cornell. Carr, Carry, and Da vie for pole vault honors as Carrington previously cleared 12 feet 6 inches.
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Three College Aces Sign With New Club Chicago
Three College Aces Don Griffin Norm Verry and William Hillenbrand signed to play for the Chicago All-American club in the All America conference. Announcement by owner John L. Keeshin stated the trio become the first members of the team.
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