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Newspaper

Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Location

Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1946

Page

27

Inverness Invitational Leads Nelson and McSpaden

Nelson and McSpaden top the field at Inverness in a tight race for $3,000 as Hogan and DeMeret pursue a late challenge. Scores show Nelson-McSpaden nine under par with 62 in best ball while others trail with mixed results in the ninth Iverness Invitational round.

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Cornell Wins 2000-Meter Regatta Ahead of MIT and Washington

Cornell claims the national sprint championship at the Lake Washington regatta finishing just ahead of MIT, Washington, and a field of eight top crews. The 2000 meter race faced a brisk breeze with choppy water as Cornell’s big ten stroke rode a late surge to edge MIT by a quarter length and secure the victory in 7 19.7.

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Reps Folger and Durham Renominated in NC Runoff

In North Carolina Democratic runoff results Folger leads 23 982 to 16 386 in precincts reporting for the fifth district and Durham leads 16 386 to 14 588 in the sixth district with 135 of 141 precints in. Ez Earle Rives reports Durham secured the nomination after 10 p m.

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Boston Braves rally to edge Pirates in ten innings

Sewell wild pitch in the tenth gives Boston the winning run as they beat Pittsburgh 4 to 3. Vogelsell starts for Pittsburgh, Bithern earns win for Boston with relief in extra frame. Johnson takes loss. Attendance 4,421.

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Ganoe Named Manager of American Group Baseball in Germany

Gar Ganoe, former Blue Grays star from Rich Creek Virginia, has become manager of the American Group baseball club in Germany based near Frankfurt. The columnist notes his earlier rise with Cincinnati Reds in Albany and a strong defensive reputation, while citing health troubles that paused his career and his recent return to the sport.

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Warns That Ball Players Should Consider Union Impacts

Grayson argues players flirting with a union risk public indifference and fans staying away amid possible strikes. He notes many players rely on talent, not labor strength, and warns dissension would hurt attendance and the game. The piece criticizes labor talks and urges caution for professional ballplayers.

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Tired Illinois Gallops Away With National College Crown

Illinois wins the NCAA track title with 78 points led by Herb McKenley who swept the 440 and 220-yard dashes. Southern California finishes second with 42.82 points as the Illini dominate the meet at Memorial Stadium amid a strong midwestern showing.

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Bluefield Falls Behind As Blue Gray Lads Lose 6-4

Ted Alexander of Pulaski was shelled in the first inning as Elizabeth ton scored four runs and Bluefield dropped a 6-4 decision here last night. Kingsport Cherokees end seven game skid with 12-0 win over Welch Miners behind Mike Gaggi. New River Rebels dominate Johnson City 4-0, Bowman wins in debut.

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First Baseball Game On Hoboken Diamond Century Ago

The first official baseball match was played on June 19 1846 at Elysian Fields Hoboken N J between the New York Nine. The NY players were wealthy amateurs who shaped the new rules and celebrated the centennial with a Jubilee day parade led by Mayor Bernard N McFeely. The Hoboken High School team later faced returning servicemen in a 23 to 1 four inning setback, under umpire Bill Francis.

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Counts Outslug Bristol A in Openers Sudden Series

Pulaski wins opener 13 to 12 in a high scoring basketball game against Bristol A. Lampros and Olack led the attack as Luke, Erwood, James and Murray contributed on offense and defense in the tense midseason clash.

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New Assistant Coach Named At N. C. State

Raleigh June 22 Carl Westputters Anderson a 260poma nia football and basketball star has been named assistant football and basketball coach at North Carolina State college. Time 23 Broad jump won by John Robertson Texas 24 feet 1 inch second Herb Douglas Piece feet 10% inches third Al Lawrence Southern California M4 feet 1% mere fourth Paul Miller Purdue 23 feet 9 inches Ng Normar Pederson Iowa State feet 8% inches sixth Log Beach Wisconsin 23 feet to

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Segura Leads Yankees to London Court Final Upset

Pancho Segura beat Dinny Pails 6 4 0 6 4 to reach the London Court final as Australia’s top player seeks the title. Pauline Betz of Los Angeles defeated Margaret Osborne of San Francisco in the all American women’s final, with Osborne and Louise Brough overcoming Betz and Doris Hart in doubles. Betz also won the singles 6 8.

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Ben Chapman Leads Phillies Pitching and Power surge

Ben Chapman, the Phillies manager, steers a squad featuring Wyro Stek and Delbert Ennis as key contributors. Ennis, a 21 year old left fielder, was signed from a Philadelphia high school after a stint with Trenton and Navy service. The team notes a six foot one ninety five pound balance with right handed power and hints at deeper pitching depth needed for durable success. The Cardinals’ 14 wins in 19 games and nine inning complete game stat highlight the era’s managerial praise.

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Hoboken Plaque Marks Birthplace Claim For Baseball

The article notes a debate over where baseball was invented with Hoboken claiming the honor. A plaque in Hoboken commemorates the spot and a mayoral invitation to attend a Cooperstown celebration is mentioned.

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