Phillies Rally Past Cardinals In Twin Bill Wins
Philadelphia defeated St Louis 6-5 and 5-3 with rookie Jack Bolling delivering the first win. Bolling, just arrived from Atlanta, opened the scoring with a key two base hit driving in Kirby Higbe. In the nightcap Mickey Owen's error and double steal sparked Philadelphia to the victory.
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Gehrig Plans Mayo Clinic Checkup After Exhibition
St Louis report says Lou Gehrig will visit the Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota this week for an examination. The Yankees star, holder of a 2130 game iron man streak, will play an exhibition in Kansas City Monday before entering the clinic for a projected four day stay.
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Johnson Defends Local Baseball Prices Amid Rising Costs
Raiders president Harry Johnson decries critics of ticket prices and cites historical costs and rising expenses from 1928 to 1939. He notes higher salaries, taxes, lights, uniforms, and travel while asserting Cedar Rapids still has the lowest box seat minimum in Class B baseball. A “Family Night” is planned for June 17 against Bloomington with reduced rates.
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Atkins Meets Norway in Legion Junior Baseball Clash
Special to The Gazette the Atkins and Norway American Legion Junior baseball teams meet Sunday on the local field at 2 30 P M.
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Norway American Legion
Nostalgic Echoes of Baseball and Iconic Golf Moments
A reflective piece recalls boyhood baseball in a humble town with scarce resources, the joy of players and fans, and legendary figures like Lefty Moore. It contrasts past glamour with modern changes while praising baseball as the cleanest professional sport and weaving in golf stars and 1930s playoff tales.
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Hubbard Bowl to Hotel 9 in Finale
Hubbard and Roosevelt Hotel clash in a high scoring finale. Machacek drives in two runs while Konigsmark and Loepp contribute, with errors by Konigsmark and Loepp shaping the decisive innings. Roosevelt Hotel edges Hubbard 7 to 5 in a tense title game.
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London Expands to 50 Automatic Exchanges Serving 220000 Lines
London announces a nationwide upgrade with fifty automatic telephone exchanges now in service powering about 220 thousand active lines. The move boosts capacity and improves call routing for residents and businesses.
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Three finish in tie for Open golf title
Open golf drama ends with Sam Snead collapsing on final holes as Ward, Shute, and Nelson push toward playoff. Ward slips to fourth. Snead finishes tied for lead at 286 after a brutal final round at Philadelphia Country Club. Guldahl, Metz, and Bulaa contend as final scores drift.
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Dodgers Rise as Durocher Sparks Hustling Crew
Dodgers manager Leo Durocher drives a feisty, high-spirited squad that has drawn crowds and sparked a near million-dollar home influx. Larry MacPhail’s showmanship and possible trades hint at continued NL power as the team climbs from last place toward strong contention.
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Des Moines Horseshoe Team Invades Ellis Park Courts
Des Moines ring tossers led by state champion Lyle Brown travel to Ellis Park today at 2 p.m. to face Cedar Rapids in a round robin showdown. Eight players will contest the matches. last year the teams split their two meetings with wins at home. Cedar Rapids lineup includes Russell Sheets Joe Jeager Byron Stoney Robert Tompkins Harry Jackson Louie Rubek Werner Buesing and Harold Shaw.
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Harold Shaw
Crowd Packs Hawkeye Downs For Thrilling Harness Races
Local harness fans filled Hawkeye Downs last Sunday with about 5 000 spectators. The grandstand witnessed exciting finishes and some of the fastest times seen locally, drawing enthusiastic praise from attendees.
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Eastern Iowa Racing club at Monticello faces big fields
The Monticello program features seven in the 2:24 trot eight in the 2:19 pace and five in the 2:14 pace. Iowa Boy, placed 4 3 6 in recent races, is a puzzling entrant alongside Charley and Jimmie Makin in a dogfight for first.
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Tony the Great Advances as Independence Crowd Anticipates
Tony the Great stars in a 24 trot at Independence following a strong May 28 showing against Bobby Potempkin. He won one heat and clocked two seconds, signaling a promising debut. Ed Keith and his Central City trotter also draw fan attention amid the racing card.
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Mokin Drives Pace Leaders as Independence Girl Sparks Upset
Charley Mokin eyes a faster 2:14 field with Lee Mokin threatening the 2:19 pace. Independence Girl climbs from sixth in heat one to third in heat two and pushes Charley Makin to 2:08, tying the Downs track record. Bob Bell aims for another payout this week.
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Captain Makin Disappoints Bets as Race Finishes Reported
Lee Beebe's Captain Makin failed to impress the betting gentry here last week, finishing 5 6 5 in the 18 pace. Dr. G shows potential, edging into the money in all three heats and could be dangerous with a strong start. The 19 pace at Monticello looms as a tougher test.
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Racing at Independence features close field and fast heat
Charlie with McMillan driving won two of three at Independence while Bob Bells Jim mie posted the fastest heat in 2:13. Charley ran 2:08 last week as Jimmie rested. Starting position may decide. Sir Regan with Mrs Mc Laughlin drives Davenport horse and could surprise one of the Mokins.
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Decorah Weekend Harness Meet Set With Fast Pace Tests
The Degorah program for June 17 and 18 features 2 11 pace and trot 2 17 pace and trot and both gaits at 2 23. Entries close Monday with 50 to 60 horses expected. A mixed race for amateur drivers is included to boost interest.
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Decorah Club Hosts Grand Circuit Meet Underwriting Sponsor
Decorah Hospital club sponsors a grand circuit horse show backed by Tri-State Standard Horse Breeders Inc. Entries include Grand circuit horses from Thomas J. Hogan of Chicago and others such as Mrs. Luke M. Duffey Indianapolis Frank Bundy John Bradford St Paul A F Simpson and Harry Greer Grand Forks Neal Houselet Elkhorn and Dr I B Pippin Richland Center The Norbect stable travels from Decorah to Toledo for the opening while the Houselet Pippin string goes to Canada and the Pacific coast.
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