Wiebe Tops M J hitters and Folkers leads pitchers
Wiebe of Quaker Oats led with 20 hits in 50 plate appearances and a .400 average while Billy Folkers of Fruehaus claimed five pitching wins to match a .833 winning percentage. The season totals note limited innings eligibility and highlight top batters, pitchers, and run producers across the league.
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Billy Folkers
Fruehaus
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Mal Wiebel
Quaker Oats
Zscherny
Quakers
Dick Matter
Birkicht
Speeder
Bob Tvirdik
Bob White
Don Kinch
Wayne Bruce
Verne Carrie
Joe Pickart
Bill Norton
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Keith Kafer
Ron Schueler
Dick Farmer
Farmer Brothers
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Frank Stastny
Parole Granted for Louis Confidants in Detroit Numbers Case
John Roxborough former manager of Joe Louis and Richard Reading Jr. son of a former Detroit mayor along with ex Detroit mayor Richard Reading were ordered paroled after conspiracy to permit a numbers racket. Roxborough received 2 1/2 to 5 years, Reading 1 to 5 years, and Richard Reading 4 to 5 years with parole eligibility delayed to December.
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John Roxborough
Joe Louis
Richard Reading
Detroit
Roxborough
Michigan
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Fayette Gridmen Drill Under Coach Black
American, National and M-1 Averages 18 Fayete gridmen drill under coach Wayne Black at Fayette High. Eighteen candidates report for fall practice with five to six veterans from 1945. Schedule lists Sept. 13 Calmar here and Sept. 20 Arlington here. Other dates include Elkader here Oct. 4 Sumner here Oct. 18 West Union here Oct. 30 Waukon there.
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Pasquel Publicity Claim From Owen Pasquel Suit
Mickey Owen dismissed the $127,500 lawsuit by Jorge Pasquel of the Mexican league as publicity stunt. He accused Pasquel of trying to save face and build popularity with Mexicans. Owen said he cares about reinstatement in American baseball while his lawyers handle the suit.
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Jorge Pasquel
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Outdoor Iowa to Allow Squirrel Hunting Next Sunday
The state will legalize taking gray and fox squirrels statewide next Sunday morning with a daily bag limit of six and a possession limit of twelve. No daily time limit. hunters must confirm targets and ensure a safe line of fire, noting that a 222 caliber bullet is dangerous within one mile.
Cautious Cronin Evades Flag Talk Amid Pennant Push
Washington dated piece reports Boston Red Sox manager Joe Cronin refusing to discuss pennant status. He remains silent on World Series plans, weather, and opponents while the Yankees hover in the race. Cronin offers nothing beyond evasive answers and light remarks about current events.
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Dodgers
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St. Louis
Beloit To Have Baseball Again After 23 Years
Beloit college will renew baseball as a major sport after a 23 year hiatus. Director of Athletics Dolph Stanley announced plans for a curtailed schedule this spring with a full program next year. A possible southern trip during Easter vacation was noted.
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Rickey Sidesteps 1947 Plans for Jackie Robinson
Brooklyn executive Branch Rickey avoided committing to 1947 decisions on promoting Jackie Robinson from the Montreal farm club. He hinted the choice is for the future, noting Robinson led International League in hitting .357 with 106 runs and 37 steals, while no 1947 recalls list includes his name. Rickey dodged questions on California training shifts and any rule against Negro players.
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New York
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Jackie Robinson
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Robinson
Brooklyn
Florida
California
Royals
Assault Fails to Win as Mighty Story Triumphs at Aqueduct
King Ranch’s Assault, favored to win the Discovery handicap at Aqueduct, faded to third. Mighty Story captured the mile and a furlong race, paying $68 to win, $24.70 to place, and $8.00 to show, while Mahout finished second and Assault earned $2.70 for third after a slow drive.
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Mighty Story
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Assault
Lyons Brings Color to Pale Hose Under Lyons
Chicago White Sox manager Teddy Lyons, 45, has transformed a 20-19 start into a .500 club with bold moves. He shifted Bob Kennedy to outfield, Cass Michaels to second, Don Kolloway to third, and added Joe Kuhel, boosting infield durability and league leading double plays. He reprimanded Dietrich and Smith for temper, prioritizing managing over pitching, as ownership aligns with Charles Comiskey II and Leslie O’Connor.
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