Tobin Beaten as Dodgers Edge Braves in 11
Jim Tobin the Boston Braves gives up four runs in three innings as Brooklyn Dodgers win 7 to 6 in eleven. Augie Galan drives in the tying run with a ninth inning hit and Charley Schanz shines for the Phillies with a ninth inning bases loaded triple.
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Wilson Returns to Reds as Coach After Cubs Reign
Jimmy Wilson was named coach of the Cincinnati Reds after resigning as Chicago Cubs manager. The 43 year old veteran catcher coach and NL figure will assume duties in St. Louis this Friday following a conference with Reds General Manager Warren C. Giles and manager Bill McKechnie.
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Dog Track Closes At Council Bluffs
Council Bluffs AP report says dog racing in the city ended after owners William Syms and Meyer Lansky left the area. Mayor Byers cited opposition to reopening this season without a court decision or attorney general opinion approving the track's option system.
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Clem Crowe Named Trish Cage Coach
Clem F. Crowe, athletic director and head coach at Xavier University, Cincinnati, was named head basketball coach and assistant football coach at Notre Dame. The 41 year old Notre Dame graduate will take a leave of absence from Xavier to join the Irish for the duration.
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Xavier University
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Boxing roundup of multiple local bouts and results
The Associated Press reports a series of boxing outcomes: Bummy Davis stopped John Dougwillow in Brooklyn. Vic Plenatoro outpointed Pete Gallano in New York. Freddie Archer beat Joe Malone in Newark. Joey Carter defeated Buddy Farrell in Jersey City. Billy Tordiz beat Mike Bulick in New Bedford. Kenny La Salle and Al Tribuani drew in San Jose. Willie Joyce stopped Ray Lunny in Los Angeles to claim the light heavyweight title in California.
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Bummy" Davis
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Los Angeles
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Ind
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California
Public Auction Administrators Sale Sets Items and Guns
Public auction administrators sale scheduled for Saturday May 6 1944 at Denson Auto Service City. Items include a 1937 Dodge sedan a 1935 act on International panel truck tools and equipment two .22 rifles and shells a Coon Hound and miscellaneous pre war accessories. Administrators Doris Wiley and E Dahms of William G Deason estate with auctioneer P C Lassen and clerk Joseph Sadowksy.
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Doris Wiley
E. Dahms
William
Quaker team to open M and J league season May 7 at Daniels Park
Editor notes the M and J league opens Sunday May 7 with a doubleheader at Daniels Park. Jack Thenhaus will field a tough Quaker club led by veteran Shrimp Matter and Craig Seeley, with Red Moore pitching and Red Kelso absent since 1943.
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Army
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Craig Seeley
Keystone
George “Red” Moore
Red
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Quakers
New Cubs Pilot Demands Action and Hustle in Dressing Room
Roy Johnson the temporary Cubs manager told players to play with action and hustle, saying there will be no favoritism while he is in charge. He singled out Lou Novikoff for not being in shape as the team opened a 20 game home stand. Hack Wilson filed for the post with James Gallagher awaiting reply.
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White Sox win major league box score report
American League results highlight a White Sox victory in a tense game and the Bums win in extra innings. The recap notes key players and the late innings drama shaping the standings.
Columbus Redbirds Reach Eighth Straight Win In AA Race
The Columbus Redbirds defeated Toledo 7 to 3 behind Art Lopatka to move within a game of the American Association lead. Milwaukee watched idle as the Redbirds surged with 10 hits off Johnny Whitehead in six innings. Louisville routed Indianapolis 11 to 1 in the other AA game. Luke Appling, now in the navy, batted .312 during his 14 seasons with the Chicago White Sox.
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Cubs Fire Jimmy Wilson As Season Ends In Poor Ohio
The Cubs dismissed manager Jimmy Wilson after nine straight losses, citing poor results and internal issues. Roy Johnson may lead a quick turnaround, but public relations and leadership questions linger as the team faced a short spring schedule and weather delays.
Stainback Breaks Leg Sliding Into Second
New York Yankee outfielder Tuck Stainback broke his fibula above the ankle sliding into second in Philadelphia Tuesday. An oblique break ended his season after X rays confirmed the injury. He had been batting .400 and attempting a steal when the mishap occurred.
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Detroit man and children help push in bowling classic
Bud Spielien of Detroit and his two children moved into first in the Peterson Spring bowling classic after a 1690 series on Tuesday night, nudging rival Mike Blazek from the top spot in Cleveland.
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Detroit
Mike Blazek
Standings and results from early baseball league play
The standings show teams like St Louis New York Philadelphia Chicago and Cleveland with varied win loss records. Upcoming games list matches including New York at Philadelphia Washington at Boston Detroit at St Louis and Chicago at Cleveland.
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Derby Field of 18 Nags Anticipated at Churchill Downs
Churchill Downs expects 18 three year olds to enter for the 70th Kentucky Derby with a purse of 87,700 and a winner’s share of 66,200. Broadcloth, owned by Mrs. George Poulson, defeated Broad Grin in a Derby trial, while Stir Up tied to be a top stable horse remains unentered. Rockwood Boy and American Eagle, owned by W. C. Davis and J. W. Maggio, are listed as sure entries.
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Boudreau Rejected For Army Service
Chicago AP reports 26 year old Cleveland Indians manager Lou Boudreau was rejected in his pre induction physical due to a fractured right ankle from 1940 spring training. He stated an arthritic condition developed in the ankle and noted multiple fractures since 1934.
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Gene Moore Rejected For Military Service
St Louis Browns outfielder Gene Moore was rejected for military service at Jefferson Barracks on Wednesday. A decision on Cardinals outfielder Johnny Hopp was postponed until X ray results could be reviewed.
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Softball Deadline Moved to Friday
Field Director Ken McGuire of the softball association announced Wednesday that the entry deadline was moved to Friday at 7 30. A general meeting will be held in the city hall courtroom to form leagues and plan the upcoming races with all teams required to be represented.
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Free Swim School Enrollment by Parents
A parent grants permission for their child to enroll in a free swim school program. The child, who cannot swim yet, may attend sessions on Saturdays May 6 13 20 27 and June 3.
Bath High School Rowers Trek Flooded Sangamon for Track Meet
Bath high school track team members turned oarsmen and rowed across the flood swollen Sangamon river to reach Chandlerville to compete in a track meet. Easton's prep tracksters drove 60 miles overland to avoid flooded roads and both teams defeated five rivals for first place with Easton tied for first.
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