Harris Names Frank Shea to Pitch Opener for Yankees
Yankees manager Bucky Harris announces 24 year old rookie Frank Shea will start game one of the World Series against Brooklyn. Shea would be the first freshman to open a World Series for an American League winner. Ralph Branca of the Dodgers is likely to oppose him.
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Knobby Walsh Wins Final Wheeler Golf Event
Knobby Walsh won the low gross prize with a four over par 75 and Frank Wysocki captured low net with 83 15 68 in Wheeler Golf Club final weekend tourney at Wheeler Park. Vernes Fisher was runner up in gross scoring with 76.
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Bettenhausen Wins 100 Mile Auto Race at State Fair
Tony Bettenhausen of Tinley Park Illinois won the 100 mile dirt track race at the Illinois state fairgrounds earning 1734 dollars and setting a new AAA speed record of 83.4 mph. Ted Horn of Paterson New Jersey finished second with 1243 dollars and Steve Melland took third with 743 dollars after Horn and Melland battled for the championship until Melland’s lead despite Horn and Melland being tied prior to the race.
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Dizzy Dean Hurls Against Chisox in 5 to 2 Loss
Dizzy Dean started for the St. Louis Browns but was touched up in relief by Glenn Moulder as the Chicago White Sox score five runs in the ninth to win 5 to 2 before 15,016 fans. Dean left after four innings with a leg strain after a first-pitch single and a leg cramp, while Umpire Hubbard kept the bat passable for the crowd.
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Vasco Club Triumphs Over Naugatuck United 3 1
In a tense State League match at Seaside Park Vasco da Gama beat Naugatuck United 3 1. Rodrigues and Anibal scored for Vasco while Naugatuck’s lone goal came from a late penalty.
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Yankees Beat Athletics 5-3 as Old Timers Exhibit
New York Yankees close their 1047 season with an 8-3 win over the Philadelphia Athletics. Bill Wight held the A's to six hits while Johnny Lindell hit his 11th homer. A crowd of 25,066 saw Old-Timers play a two inning exhibition featuring former AL greats led by Earle Combs and Waite Hoyt.
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Senators Close Dismal Season With 5-1 Win Over Red Sox
Washington caps season with a 5-1 victory over Boston at Griffith Stadium as 8,238 fans watch. Johnson, Stebbe duel. Beal relieves in 11:11 game time with 1,238 attendance listed.
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Correct Arm Position to Improve Golf Swing
Inability of mest players to groove can be overcome by keeping the hands near the body on the opening and downswing. The right elbow should stay comfortably close at the top. Avoid reaching for the ball at address or the left arm will stay near the body, aiding proper divot and downward swing.
Becker and Holbrook Spark Tomorrow Mat Event
Promoters expect a full house at Knights of Columbus hall for tomorrow’s wrestling card led by George Becker making his season debut and Vic Holbrook of California. World champ Carnera meets Walloping Wally Dusek in the main event, while Becker faces Jarring Jim Austein in a two out of three falls bout with a 46 minute limit. Tarzan Hewitt and George Lenihan clash in supporting contests as Abe Coleman also appears. Tickets at 5-1478.
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Schmeling Wins Return Bout In Frankfurt
Max Schmeling defeated Werner Vollmer by knockout in the seventh round on his comeback bid. The former world heavyweight champion, 43 on his birthday, showed signs of age yet retained punching power and craft as he claimed victory in Frankfurt.
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Braves Beat Dodgers 3-2 in Sain's 21st Win
Ed Stevens misplayed a ninth inning grounder with loaded bases to allow Boston to edge Brooklyn 3-2 as Johnny Sain earned his 21st win in relief. The season finale drew 25,811 at Fenway with Braves claiming victory over the Dodgers.
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Semi Final Auto Races On Local Track Tonight
The semi finals at Bridgeport Speedway Candlelite Stadium feature 25 lap midget races with a 100 lap finale next Monday. Leaders Georgie Rice Ted Tappett and Bill Schindler chase season honors as final weeks determine championship, with tickets available at the track and Acme agency and promoters expect strong turnout.
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Mauriello to Battle George Fitch Tonight
New Haven report of a 106 round heavyweight bout between Tami Mauriello and George Fitch set for tonight at the Aresia arena. Mauriello tunes up for a return with light heavyweight champion Gus Lesnevich next month at Madison Square Garden. Semi final features Ernie Petrone of Philadelphia against Jimmie Carter of New York.
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