Griffith Opposed To Mid Season Inter League Contests
AP report from Detroit details Clark Griffith president of the Washington Senators criticizing plans for inter league contests next season. He denounces the idea as impractical and insists the American League will maintain its own schedule despite partial support from Alva Bradley and other magnates.
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Eliminations In Randy Center Tourney Reported
The Gazette covers the Grundy Center ball tournament with morning and evening play. Grain defeats Smiths Grain 6 to 1, Reinbeck beats Traer 3 to 2, Wellsburg tops El, and Grundy defeats Reinbeck 2 to 0 in the final afternoon game.
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McEwan Named Head Coach of Pro Grid Team
The Brooklyn Dodgers announce John McEwan will coach the professional football squad. McEwan has long been a head coach at Holy and guided teams for many years.
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Dennis and Pew Reach Third Round in City Net Meet
Maurice Pew defeats Bob Rogers 6-2 6-2 to advance, while L D Dennis seeds through with a 6-2 6-? win. Other results include Leibsohn over Randall 6-3 6-0, Netolicky by default, Hayes over Womacka 11-9 6-3, and Nichols by default. Doubles show Crone-Blackwell, Reid-Rice victories, and Pew-Day duo 6-3 6-2. Boys winner Brown over Woodward 7-5 4-6 6-4 then Moravec 6-0 6-1. Nicholas tops Corey 6-1 6-2. Rogers edges Dawson in girls singles 8-6 9-7.
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Wes Netolicky
Jim Smith
Willard Hayes
Bill Womacka
Nevin Nichols
Francis Nelson
Maurice Crone
Dwayne Blackwell
L. D. Burkhalter
Bill Corey
Phyllis Rogers
Grace Dawson
Solem Targets Fast Iowa Start for Hawkeyes
University of Iowa coach Ossie Solem enters the season with a strengthened spring program and a rare eight day lead to prep for Northwestern. Solem plans to shift players to end positions after the opener while aiming to accelerate work and avoid last year’s early setup.
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Marion Boy Wins 2:16 Pace at Vinton Harness Meet
The gelding owned by A Springer of Mineral Point wins the 2:16 pace at the Benton County fair, finishing all three heats in 2:12 2:11% and 2:12. Warren Miller's horse is second and Miss Armstrong places third. Sleepy Fanny wins the farmers half mile, Wayne Jr. takes the county free-for-all, and local race results follow alongside kittenball scores featuring Robison's Wildcats at Vinton.
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Equipoise Heads Six Others in Hawthorne Gold Cup Race
Chicago report says Equipoise with Sonny Workman will bid in the sixth Hawthorne Gold Cup for 25 000 added. He opened as odds on 1 to 4 favorite with a fast track likely, while challengers include Gallant Sir Plucky Play and Indian Runner from Wood’s stable.
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Marengo Golf Club To Hold Tournament
Invitations are sent for Marengo's annual sectional golf tournament with acceptances due Monday. The Sept. 10 event allows six man teams or individuals for personal honors, with a qualifying nine holes on the par 36 course and flights of eight. Out-of-town teams include Brooklyn, Marion, Belle Plaine, Vinton, West Liberty, Williamsburg, Eldora, Iowa City, Montezuma, Grinnell, Wellman, Tipton, Kalona, Washington, Tama Toledo, Mount Vernon, North English, and Traer.
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Columbus Junction Tops Muscatine 4-2 in Kittenball
In Columbus Junction at Chautauqua Park Tuesday evening Kittenball action saw Columbus Junction defeat Muscatine 4 to 2. Other results include Fredonia 3 over Prima of Muscatine 10 and Mulford Jokers Muscatine 2 over Cotter 8 to 1 with Hill's Auto Company.
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C. S. A. Cardinals in Hampton Tournament Round
The C. S. A. Cardinals advance to the second round at Hampton to face the Chicago all-stars. The game starts at 8 30 p m Friday with the Cardinals leaving the local hall at 12 30 p m Friday for the trip.
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Bobby O'Dowd Wins Six-Round Battle in Waterloo
Bobby O'Dowd from Denver, Colorado, won a six-round main event in Waterloo against Speedy Rocco, delivering body blows to gain the lead in a rough battle Wednesday night.
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Trosky and Vosmik Rise in 1931 Baseball News
Harold Trosky starts with Cedar Rapids before moving to Dubuque and Toledo, later joining Cleveland's ranks as a strong hitting prospect. Joe Vosmik, once a bright Indians outfielder, faces a hitting slump and vision concerns while clubs discuss reviving fan interest with interleague games and price strategies as the Giants cope with rain delays and a tough late season stretch.
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Baron Maid Wins 2 14 Pacing Race at West Liberty
West Liberty Iowa residents watched the Muscatine county fair pacing event with Baron Maid taking the 2 14 time in a purse of 185 dollars. Competing horse Eva Crowdfast Direct Mare and Miss Nobody posted strong times as Frisco Pete and Stone Mountain also featured in the results with notable drivers and owners listed. Chariot races were led by Blink Rayner with Glenn Barnes noted as second and Martin Windus third.
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Oelwein High Eleven Schedule Preview
Oelwein Iowa reports grid practice starts Sept 5 under Coach George W. Lee with E H Domke assistant. The opener is Sept 22 at home against Manchester. Oelwein is slated for five Northeast Iowa conference games this season.
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Heavy team rises with new captain and schedule
Handicapped by losses Edwards, Roberts, Hoth and others the team presents one of the heaviest squads in school history. Harley McCormick will be honorary captain. Luther, at quarterback, is expected to be a solid ground gainer. The tentative schedule opens Sept 22 against Manchester at home and includes nine more league games through Nov 10 with key trips to Decorah and Charles City.
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American Pearl Wins Washington Loop Title
American Pearl kittenball team clinched the city league title with two defeats in fourteen games. Two league contests remain as Y.M.C.A. meets Devils and Demons face Orioles.
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Waucoma Triumphs Over Arlington in 13th Inning Thriller
In a Fayette county fair contest, Waucoma defeated Arlington 7 to 3 in thirteen innings. Brant and Lawrence pitched for Waucoma while Hupgerford and others handled Arlington’s lineup.
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Barney Ross Returns to Birthplace Before Canzoneri Rematch
Barney Ross, world lightweight champion, visits 252 Rivington Street in New York, his birthplace, on a rainy day. He recalls his rise from Chicago amateur champion to boxing glory and discusses preparations for a 15 round title fight with Tony Canzoneri at the Polo Grounds.
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Pro Golfers Warm Up For Start Of West Open Meet
Contenders for the Western Open championship practiced on Olympia Fields courses as the 72 hole event begins Friday. Walter Hagen will not defend his title, citing his exhibition schedule abroad. Stars listed include Sarazen Farrell Kirkwood Smith Guldahl Goggin Armour Dudley Dutra Watrous. Half the field plays the first round on course four and half on course one Friday and Saturday with the 36 hole final Sunday on course four.
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A A President Sees Baseball Ready for Quick Comeback
Minneapolis AP Thomas J. Hickey president of the American Association predicts a fast rebound for baseball once other businesses improve. He notes no fear of lagging gate receipts and cites strong turnout on bargain days. He plans playoff plans as Columbus and the Millers likely compete for the association title.
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Outboard speed champ loses leg after regatta
Stanley W. Donough of Seattle, holder of the world outboard motor speed record, had his right leg amputated today after injuries suffered in a speed boat regatta in Seattle.
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Dyersville and Guttenberg Set for MV Playoff
The Maquoketa Valley baseball league will determine its 1938 champion by a two or three game series between Guttenberg and Dyersville, winners of the first and second divisions. The opener is in Guttenberg, with a Dyersville game the next Sabbath and a potential third in Dyersville. Players from other clubs may also be used to cover absences. The league also named Cascade as the site for the annual picnic and appointed committees to run the event.
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Cow Pasture League Opens Title Series
The Cow Pasture League opens its title series August 27 at the Decorah farm ground. Burr Oak, Alfalfa league pennant winner, and Frankville, Cadatus league flag winner, contend in a best three games series to decide the championship.
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