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Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1940

Page

8

Bluefield Falls 9-4 as Williamson Runs Rally

Bluefield led 4-1 but Williamson erupted in the seventh inning for eight runs to beat Bluefield 9-4. Marvin Lorenz homered for Bluefield, while Williamson’s pitchers Wickel Atwater Kings and Bruce combined for the win. Welch’s Miners beat Huntington 9-3 in another Mountain State League game with Don Tuiner driving in four runs.

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Louis Godoy duel overshadows looming title bout

The article reviews Joe Louis as he prepares for a rematch with Senor Godoy and analyzes Godoy’s unorthodox tactics and confidence. It notes Godoy’s prior performance, the coaching of Weskit Weill, and Louis’s need to adjust to counter a wily challenger as plans for the June 20 fight are made.

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Ashland Wins Ashed in Big Inning Clash

Ashland and Logan produced a high scoring frame tonight but Ashland ultimately outpaced Logan. The game report notes a decisive inning swing and promises fuller details on page ten.

Ashland Logan Page Ten

Little and Snead Face Open Challenge at Cleveland

The 44th national open at Cleveland tested Lawson Little’s nerve in a playoff against Gene Sarazen. Little matched Sarazen stroke for stroke under a massive gallery, then faltered late as an 81 finished nine over par, reviving questions about Snead’s major crown prospects.

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City Junior League Game Rained Out And Schedule Update

The City Junior League reports a rainout of the Cardinals vs Cubs game and announces a double header makeup for Friday morning. A full schedule shows Cubs and Giants, Cardinals and Indians matchups with dates in June July and August, including times such as 3 p.m. for Indians vs Giants.

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Red Sox rout Indians as Feller falters again

In Boston, June 11, the Red Sox defeated the Cleveland Indians 9 to 2 to expand their American League lead. Bob Feller allowed seven Boston hits and five runs before leaving in the sixth, with Lou Finney and Ted Williams fueling the attack including Williams' two homers and Cronin's three homer season so far.

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Dean Comes Down Comeback Stretch With 4-0 Giant Win

Chicago June 11 Giants pitcher Paul Dean returned to form holding the Cubs to four hits as New York swept a twin bill 4-0 and 3-1. Dizzy Dean’s brother contributed a strong start in the nightcap while Daffy first appearance added a hit and defensive plays.

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Tigers Triumph Over Yankees In Slugfest At New York

Detroit defeats New York 6 to 1 as Tigers batter Atley Donald and Tom Bridges in a sharp pitching duel. McCosky, Keller, Bartell and Gehringer drive in runs, while the Tigers surge to second place in the American League. Attendance reaches 6,665 as Detroit improves its standing.

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Browns Win 5th In Row

The Browns clinched their fifth consecutive win in a compact summary from Washington on June 11, with the team overcoming a batside by Saint Louis in a tightly contested game.

Browns

Moore HR Highlights As Cubs Edge Giants In Tight Nl Clash

Home run by Moore and key double plays by Herman and Mattick drive Chicago to a 9 inning win over New York. New York left 7 on base while Chicago left 4. P Dean fans 3 and walks 2. Passeau yields 7 hits in 8 innings before Raffensberger finishes. Attendance 8,280. Umpires Goetz Pinelli Reardon. Time 1 37.

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Solters Homer Delivers White Sox Victory Over Athletics

Julius Solters hit a ninth inning pinch homer with one aboard to lift the Chicago White Sox to a 5 4 win over the Athletics, as reported in Philadelphia June 11. The long drive broke a 4 4 tie and capped a late rally behind Chicago relief.

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Basketball Scores From North Atlantic Matchups

Baltimore defeated Rochester, Jersey City beat Buffalo, and Syracuse edged Toronto in a set of regional contests with uneven scoring across teams.

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Dempsey and Uncle Mike Kiss and Make Up

Former rivals Jack Dempsey and Mike Jacobs plan a truce after a long feud. Dempsey will train with Arturo Godoy in Carmel New York as Godoy prepares to face Joe Jean of boxing fame. The reconciliation signals possible exhibition bouts and a broader return to the ring.

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Pepsis Take Half-Game Lead With Slaughter of Bramwell

The Pepsis defeated Bramwell 15 to 1 in a brush-up softball game as they move a half game ahead of the Powermen. Tynes pitched for the Pepsis, while Rob Smith of Concord College led the Powermen in a strong start. The leaders clash again this afternoon at 5 p.m. to decide the division crown.

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Jacobs Tops Opponent in Pennsylvania Tournament

Helen Jacobs of Berkeley California defeated her rival in straight sets for the second day running in the Pennsylvania and eastern states tennis championship in Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Helen Jacobs Berkeley Calif

Mountain State League Results and Tonight's Games

Williamson defeated Bluefield 9 to 4 and Ashland beat Logan 7 to 0. Welch won 9 to 8 over Huntington in last night’s results. Tonight Bluefield visits Williamson, Ashland plays Logan, and Huntington travels to Welch.

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