Cardinals Rally past Phillies 11 to 3 in pennant chase
St Louis hammered Philadelphia 11 to 3 in a night game to boost their flag pursuit. Mort Cooper earned his seventh win as the offense exploded with two base hits and multiple runs in the early innings, including a decisive performance in the first.
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Conn to Win Louis in Boxing Showdown Says Abe
A sports column argues Billy Conn will outpoint Joe Louis, praising Conn s jab and speed while noting Louis aging. The writer downplays Louis but admits a knockout could still decide the bout, urging readers to bet on Conn.
Pirates fall to Giants as Sewell shines in rain
Rip Sewell worked a strong start to lift the New York Giants to a 6 3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Giants scored twice in the rain and held leads as York hurler Hubbell coasted to win. Pirates pitcher Bowman allowed six hits and three runs over six innings. Fie hit a solo homer for Pittsburgh.
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Marvel and Currence Clash Over Brown Bomber Title Pick
The Press Box debate mounts as The Masked Marvel and Stubby Currence argue whether Joe Louis will retain his heavyweight crown. Marvel predicts a Milan-worthy upset while Currence insists the champion still fires, warning that Billy will test him tonight as the page turns to Page Seven.
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Governor's Cup Golf Matches Announced at Bluefield Club
Matches in the Governor's Cup at Bluefield Country Club must be played by June 22 as announced by Rocky Schorr. Initial pairings include Fowlkes versus Ta bor and Otey versus ers, with many more bouts across flights one to three and prizes including golf merchandise and club balls.
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Brazen Hussy Wins Charles Town Race
Brazen Hussy ridden by M. Bletzacker led from the start to win the Gabe Murphy purse at Charles Town over a muddy track in 1:20. Delighted owner connections paid $16 to share the win while Delhi Dance and Kie. Al. were among the contenders in the field.
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Louis Conn World Heavyweight Title Bout At Polo Grounds
Joe Louis defends his world heavyweight title against Billy Conn at Polo Grounds New York in a 15 round decision bout preliminaries include Basora Fiorello Cregan Fontana Katz Cooper and others promoter Twentieth Century Sporting Club Mike Jacobs officials unnamed Weather Cloudy may postpone one night to Thursday Mutual Broadcasting System carries the event at 9 p.m. EST.
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Conn discloses marriage license filing by Conn and Mary Louise Smith
Pittsburgh June 17 Billy Conn the Pittsburgh heavyweight who fights Joe Louis tomorrow night and Mary Louise Smith daughter of former major league outfielder Jimmy Smith filed a marriage license May 28 before Register Walter Evans in Brookville Jefferson County Pa The license would be issued under Pennsylvania three day law Conn listed his name as William David Conn age 23 pugilist Miss Smith 21 resident of Eibon Elk County The father of Miss Smith had played for the Cincinnati Reds and the Newark Giants The couple later learned the license might be issued the next day and Conn's private engagement was disputed by relatives and fans
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West Virginia Coaches Visit City On Alumni Tour
West Virginia University football coach Bill Kern and athletic director Roy M. Hawley visited the city during a southern state alumni tour. Kern said the team’s outlook hinges on the second game against Navy, noting a win could boost confidence and affect the season’s direction. He cited line play as a continuing concern from last year.
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Louis and Conn Weigh In Before Polo Grounds Clash
New York June 17 eve of the heavy weight title fight features Joe Louis predicting a knockout within eight rounds and naming Conn as slow but confident in his own boxing. Louis vows to win by decision around eleven tonight.
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Welch Defeats Bluefield 18 0 in baseball game
Welch Miners rout Bluefield 18 to 0 after scoring three runs in the first inning and seven in the eighth. Gray, Brown, Limpert and Mercer lead with multiple hits as Welch tallies 15 safeties and pitchers note steady defense. Official box shows Baughn, Tunner and Tiogan among top hitters.
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Louis Conn Fight Looms In Polo Grounds Showdown
New York reports Joe Louis faces Billy Conn for the heavyweight title tomorrow night at the Polo Grounds. 40,000 fans expected as promoters aim for a $400,000 gate. Louis seeks to prove he still has dynamite while Conn's speed and left hand are tested as the Derby route of the big puncher meets the Irish challenger.
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