Yankees Heavy Artillery Held by Braves in 4 1 Exhibition
Yankees new york heavy artillery struggled against three Boston Braves pitchers in an exhibition in St. Petersburg. Joe Genevitch Foster Edwards and Hearn limited the champions to one run and four hits while the Braves won 4 to 1 in five innings due to rain. Ruth Koenig and Gehrig contributed modestly for New York.
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Slats Gallagher Injured At N Y U
New York University pitcher Slats Gallagher sustains a hip injury during training. The setback may sideline him for two to three weeks, affecting coach Ray McCarthy’s early season plans. Gallagher and George Manfredi formed NYU’s core pitching duo in 1927, with no clear recovery timeline as outdoor training approaches.
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New York
Fred Gallagher
New York University
Ray McCarthy
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Mary
Windham Upset Over Yale Tourney Ruling
Rockville March 12. Windham High of Willimantic protested lack of explanation for exclusion from state scholastic basketball championship after a 13-2-1 season. Windham challenged Rockville players’ eligibility linked to semi pro Wheel Club play. Connecticut Interscholastic League secretary Dr A G Ireland ruled Luther Alley eligible to play.
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Associated Press
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Mez Heller
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Willimantic
Luther Alley
Rocke
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Alley
Bob
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A. G. Ireland
Connecticut Interscholastic League
Handball champ Nelson Wins First Round Clash
George Nelson of Baltimore national singles handball champion defeated Chester York of Cleveland 21 to 18 and 21 to 5 in the national A A tournament in Cleveland. Forty four contestants from over fifteen cities began the first round today as play extended across the day.
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NHL bans transfer of Pittsburgh Pirates franchise
The National Hockey League Board of Governors declined to permit any transfer of the Pittsburgh Pirates franchise to New Haven or Philadelphia. The decision came without an explanation. The report also outlines Stanley Cup playoff dates in Canada and the United States, with series formats and venue choices, including TBA dates and rules for tied games and home-ice selections.
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National Hockey League Today
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New Haven
Philadelphia
Red Men Card Adds Wrestlers For Wigwam Show
Matchmaker Jake Dick of the Red Men lists a wrestling card for tomorrow night at the wigwam featuring Dr J Mayernak of Bridgeport hospital against Adam Horsasack of Derby. Local teams Norwalk Danbury Derby Stamford and Westport are booked. Bridgeport hopefuls include Fred Liberty Nick Fargo Tommy Canter Jimmy Gerrits Buddy Thompson Wi Me Perry Carmine Banto Eddie Brody Phil Moore. Joe Kraymer Ridgefield heavyweight may wrestle Georgie Lawrence Westport in a feature bout.
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Eddie Brody
Phil Moore
Joe Kraymer
Ridgefield
Milford High Closes Court Season With Branford Clash
Milford High School boys basketball will end its schedule in the Housatonic Valley League tomorrow at Central Grammar School court against Branford at three o'clock. The two teams begin with junior games, and Milford is favored to finish second after earlier losses to Shelton and Stratford.
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American Lightweight Beats Italian Champion in London
Russell Whalen, an American lightweight boxer, defeated Italian titleholder Marlo Parrabulin in London by a fifteen round decision. Whalen's victory marks another upset over a foreign champion in the championship bout season.
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Harding Quintet Drills Ahead of Ansonia Battle
Warren Harding High basketball practice focused on shooting drills and a long scrimmage as they prepare for tomorrow’s game against Ansonia. Coach Jack Mead stresses eyeing the basket and maintaining form to avoid spring fatigue before key stretch and Yale Tournament play.
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Close Matches In Bullard Tourney Begin Week Two
In Chicago on March 12 the National Pocket Bullard tournament opened the second week of round robin play. Joseph Concannon of Washington won his first game in six starts while Harry Wood of Duluth claimed his second win in seven. Wood defeated Peter Durocher 125 to 120 in the longest match, with a 14 shot unfinished run and heavy safety play. Oswald and Concannon battled in a 35 inning affair, Concannon pulling out 125 to 114 as Oswald suffered his sixth straight defeat.
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Associated Press
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Washington
Harry Wood
Duluth
Woon
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Acratch
Harry Oswald
Pittsburgh
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Red Sox Learn Much and Improve Says Carrigan
Boston manager Bill Carrigan speaks in Bradenton about a year back in baseball, noting improved players and better team understanding. He outlines plans for ten pitchers and a full infield, praises Bradenton as a welcoming spring base, and stresses uncertainty about exact early-season performance while lauding the club’s spirits.
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Bradenton
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Associated Press
Bill Carrigan
Boston Red Sox
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Congress High Indoor Soccer Tourney Opens
Congress High hosts the inter-mural indoor soccer tournament with fast, hard fought games. In the Class 4 game the Clate 2 hoya won 4 1 0 despite a keeper rush. The Class 3 match ended 2 1 with the latter team prevailing amid veteran outdoor players and strong defense. All remaining games were postponed to Wednesday.
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Bellaire Women Golf Tournament Postponed Start
Kalua today necessitated the postponement of the start in the annual Bellaire Women's tournament. The opening round will begin tomorrow with fifty women players entered.
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Associated Press
Kalua
Milford High girls set historic season record
Milford High school girls basketball closed the season with a perfect ten wins and no losses, scoring 645 points to opponents 2401. Coached by Florence Clarke, Linda Buso and Daley Bottomley starred as top players, with both expected back next year.
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Wesleyan Freshmen Decathlon Competition Initiated
Wesleyan University freshmen will compete in a decathlon for a new trophy. Winfred B. Holton Jr. of Pelham has donated a cup to be inscribed with the top point scorer. Events include 100 yard dash, 440 yard run, hurdles, mile, high jump, broad jump, shot put, discus, and pole vault.
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Middletown
Associated Press
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Holton
Bowman ousted in third round of national indoor tennis
Herbert L. Bowman ranked thirteenth in the United States loses in the third round to unseeded William Aydelotte of New York by 6-3 5-7 6-3. Others in action include E. W. Brandt beating George J. O Connell and several foreign seeded players advancing or falling in the third round.
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Chicago
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South Orange
Dempsey Kearns suit opens in federal court
In New York on March 12 the Dempsey Kearns legal clash moves to the federal court with Judge John Knox presiding on April 16. The suit seeks 6833 138 33 for services rendered before Dempsey lost his title to Gene Tenney in 1926. Kearns claims money is owed. Dempsey contends no claim after their 1923 split. A bout for March 29 is on, with Tex Rickard and a meeting arranged to shape the case.
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Jack Kesailis
John Knox
AEO
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Managsa Mauler
Gene Tenney
Philadelphia
Tex Rickard
Rainy day stalls majors in Florida and Georgia
Major league teams used indoor workouts across Florida and Georgia as rain kept the circuit indoors. Brooklyn and Cincinnati discussed a possible deal sending Rube Bressler to the Robins while Bressler sought release. other clubs evaluated pitchers amid damp conditions and weather impacts on schedules.
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Newton Captures Ninth Coast to Coast Lap in Arizona
Oatman Arizona March 12 Arthur Newton the Rhodesia road runner won the ninth lap of the coast to coast race completing the 205 mile stretch from Needles in 4 hours 43 minutes and 3 seconds. Eddie Gardner finished second with a total elapsed 55 hours 35 minutes and 36 seconds. David Davies finished third and several other international runners followed in the field with varied times as the endurance event continued.
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Arne Scummen
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St Johns Back in Second Place in Holy Name Pin Play
St Johns and St Cyril's both forfeited contests as St Johns edged back into second place in the Holy Name bowling league standings after recent losses. In New Orleans, Weller, owned by J J Coughlin, won the Robline purse mile race at Jefferson Park, with Dan Burnham second and Beau Aspin third amid a varied program.
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Favorites victorious in Southeastern play
In Jacksonville Florida on March 12 Associated Press reports Wilmer Altigon a Texas national intercollegiate tennis champion won his first round match defeating Rex Cole of St Petersburg 05 6-1 Alan Ponce De Leon from Mexico City beat John R Dykers Jacksonville 6-4 6-2 John Hennessey and Frank Shields failed to arrive for today’s play but are expected tomorrow W F Coen Jr won his second round match defeating Kenneth Stewart 6-1 6-1
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Fla
Associated Press
Wilmer Altigon
University of Texas
Rex Cole
Petersburg
Victor Ponce de Leon
Mexico City
John RB Dykers
John Hennessey
Indianapolis
Frank X. Shields
W. F Coen, Jr
Kenneth Stewart
Landis Starts Tour of Training Quarters in South Trip
Chicago March 12 By Associated Press Baseballs ruler Kenesaw M Landis left for a three week tour of his training camps in the South He spoke of no definite itinerary naming Florida and New Orleans as possible stops while declining to specify dates or places beyond the general route
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Asociated Press
Kenesaw M. Landis
Teeay
Florida
New Orleans
Pirates Drill On Defensive Tactics At Camp
In Paso Robles California on March 12 the Pittsburgh Pirates conducted a day of practice focused on defense. A foggy morning limited drills while the afternoon session mixed base running and infield work. Pitcher Ray Kremer, recovering from the grippe, watched from the bench and was expected to rejoin the rotation soon.
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Cal
Associated Press
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Cubs Practice After Return to Island Camp
Avalon March 12 The Chicago Cubs return today from exhibition series on the mainland and go into spring training in uniform. Manager Joe McCarthy may hold a workout, a couple of players likely left behind, a workout tomorrow morning, then a practice game in the afternoon.
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