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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1933
Page
15
Leslie drives across two in the ninth as the New York Giants overturn a 3 1 deficit to defeat the Detroit Tigers 4 3. Key hits by Sear and two late singles spark the late burst and secure the win in a tense finish.
Phillies owner Pat Nugent announced the signing of first baseman Don Hurst for the 1933 season. Hurst, who hit .274 with 7,500 salary last year, agreed to terms at Nugent’s California home. Hurst led the team in runs batted in last season as Philadelphia signals a stronger push for the league title.
Des Moines reports receipts from forty two sectional state high school boys basketball tournaments totaled 17700 this year a loss of 800. Total receipts fall 2306 short of last year while expenses were notably lower than 1931 which posted a 5060 deficit. Cedar Falls led with 76010 in receipts while other sections show smaller totals.
A damage suit pits the Pittsburgh and Sox ball clubs over alleged contract breaches. The case claims failing to perform terms tied to a disputed game arrangement and damages sought by one or both parties. The action references meeting notes and a court filing, with details unclear in the damaged text.
The readable text discusses swing mechanics focusing on how the clubhead penetrates the ball and the resulting drag on the motion. It mentions foot placement during the down swing and describes continuous coordinated action to avoid loss of balance.
The article details Western coaches divided over alcohol use in sports training. It cites Pop Warner and James Phelan discussing beer as a possible stimulant or bodybuilder aid, while Washington and Oregon coaches oppose it citing health and fairness.
United Press reports two exhibition games with scattered scoring. Details include teams from Asheville and Lehigh, with pitchers and players listed across multiple innings and line scores reflecting runs hits and errors.
Three great hurdlers Duke Saint Lee Sentman and Asia Hager from Iowa are slated to headline the Drake Relays. The showcase will feature a showdown among past champions and top times in a feature area planned for the event.
The piece surveys training rules, citing Fritz Crisler and Arthur Shires with contract troubles at the Braves. It notes Hike Cuyler’s injury delaying his season and highlights Lyn Schoolboy Rowe as a promising rookie with Ruthian power and possible outfield switch.
Iowa City hosts a state youth swimming meet at the University of Iowa with 125 athletes entered. Notable entrants include Newton Cecar Rands, Des Moines star Dick Weefield, Cedar Rapids star George Nissen, Ames champions Bre Six and Jack Stark, and other prominent state competitors from Des Moines and Ames.
South Bend Buffalo Chicago Dayton Paterson Lockport and Dakies teams bait the American Bowling Congress meet in Columbus as Earl Heartt of Erie tops the singles with 724 and Carl Johnson also from Erie posts 1939 in the all events.
Thompson and O Hara lead a Manchester boxing prom with a ten round main bout and four round prelims. The card features several local fighters from Omaha and nearby towns and boasted by promoter Pete Dee with multiple matchups and a potential new star to watch.
Jackson resigns as Knox athletic head amid tenure marked by local track success. He led teams to multiple championships and earned recognition from peers during his tenure at Knox.
The Associated Press report lists scattered wrestling results with partial names and unclear scores from a Philadelphia event. Individual competitors such as Kampier and Germeer appear with varying results, but the fragmentary text makes full interpretation uncertain.
International News Service columnist Davis J Walsh argues Ruth is nearing retirement with the Yankees, who contemplate ending his contract by October. Fred Walker of Birmingham is named as likely successor, while Dusty Cooke risks loss of a place as the team weighs pennant chances against Ruth’s waning value.
Lightweight champion Tony Canzoneri has signed to defend his title against Barney Ross in Chicago. The bout at Wrigley Field, promoted by Chicago Stadium, will be 10 rounds with Canzoneri guaranteed 30 000 dollars and 40 percent of receipts over 50 000 dollars.
Baseball notes describe a revival of minor leagues with eight clubs forming in the Mid Atlantic and New York Penn systems. Kiki Cuyler is sidelined by a broken leg and not expected to play again until July, affecting the Cubs pennant bid.
Tainted text from Omaha reports a meeting between executives Date Gear and Western Baseball figures to draft a reorganization plan. Six cities are listed including Omaha St Jester Wichita Des Moines Denver and Pubbio.
Gaston Santi of Walsenburg Colorado was chosen captain of the Grinnell college basketball team succeeding Frank Ducnean of Rock Island.
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