Boxing Season Opens at Kawaha Park Amid Promoter Dispute
Dowell Bartley faces criticism over integrity as he unveils outdoor boxing at Kawamwa Park next week. He planned a Latzo Roceto 10 round main event but Latzo’s higher offer from Chicago promoters delays the match. Bartley signs King Levinery to face Pat McCarthy while Latzo and Rocco await a June 25 date if final terms align.
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Kingfish Rises in Boxing Ring Fame and Fate
Veteran heavyweight known as Kingfish, once a Chicago fish peddler, has a storied career with 55 wins, facing rivals like McCarthy and Latzo. The piece recalls early struggles, landmark knockouts, and near-matches with Schmeling, noting his potential to claim the throne with more years in the ring.
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Who Was Mr Barnum in the Ring Legend
The fragment recalling a wrestling scene describes a boastful promoter style match with spectators cheering as a challenger offers 98 dollars for a throw. It cites wild showmanship, theatrics, and a figure nicknamed Barnum weaving through a chaotic bout that thrilled the crowd.
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Johnson And Mackey Star For Winners
Clarksburg Generals drop sixth straight as Charleston Senators win 8 to 6. Mackey and Johnson deliver half of Charleston’s 15 hits led by Montague and Merleau on the mound. Johnson doubles and Mackey drives in key runs as the Senators sweep the series.
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Chesapeake Triumph Over High Coal in Murrvet Clash
Chesapeake baseball club defeated High Coal 4 to 1 at Murrvet with Edelman pitching. Edelman struck out several batters and allowed two hits while teammates Wright Walker and Brigg contributed. Chesapeake seeks games with out of town teams and Luther Jarrell can be contacted.
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Chamberlain Nine Tops Roosevelt In Close Junior High Tilt
Chamberlain junior high defeated Roosevelt junior high 6 to 4 at Roosevelt field after seven innings as Mace pitched a sharp game striking out 43 opponents. The win showcases Chamberlain’s clutch hitting and strong defense in a tight contest.
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Harvey defeats Belgium foe in first round at Albert Hall
London reports Len Harvey the British middleweight champion knocks out Rene Devos of Belgium in the first round of a fifteen round bout at Albert Hall though not for his title. Cleveland's Paul Pirrone wins an unpopular decision over Larry Madge in an eight round welterweight bout. Tony Eaton stops Romito Cassi in a technical knockout at Morgantown in six rounds.
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Senators Meet Johnstown Johnnies at Kanawha Park Tonight
The Shadow Graphs report the TV Senators travel to Kanawha Park to face the 1930 Middle Atlantic champions Johnstown Johnnies at 4 15. The piece notes Kanawha Park’s strong home form and aims to chart the visiting squad’s pace and potential impact on league standings as the Senators seek a home win and a shift in the division race. It highlights Eddie Marleau on the mound and Huntington’s Robson-era performances, with mentions of Jack Finnegan the groundskeeper and a recent West Virginia park scene featuring local players and a robbery incident. The article also flags key Senators stats with Longnecker Crow and Zupanek among leaders in runs, hits, and defensive play.
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Fox Cleaners Triumph Over Trojan 13-0 in Twilight League
Fox Cleaners dominated Trojan Steel at Armor Park with strong pitching by Honey Boy George and timely hitting. The clean victory featured multiple players driving in runs as Cleaners led 8-0 after two innings and held the Tigers in check throughout the game.
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Mid-Atlantic Statistics First Game Report
Mid-Atlantic statistics detail results from Fairmont Johnstown Galehowse and Cope 3. second game Fairmont vs Johnstonown with players Fidler Spencer Lamberson Munda Brinker Cooper Altocain and more. Schedule notes list Huntington porters to Brown Gallagher Perkins Langford Beam Hunter. Cumberland Stokes and others. weather postponed games including Hagerstown at Cumberland and Fairmont at Charleston with various clerks and parks noted.
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Ross Resigns as Wesleyan Athletics Director
BUCKHANNON June 1 The resignation of Rebel M. Ross director of athletics at West Virginia Wesleyan College was announced at the annual alumni banquet. Ross joined Wesleyan in 1927 as athletic director and head of physical education after three years as assistant coach at West Virginia University and prior coaching at Wheeling and Buckhannon high schools.
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Cards Beat Reds in Two Frames Rally
St Louis edged Cincinnati 6 to 5 in two frames as Jim Adams delivered a tie breaking single off Wilkins and Wettinger stole home for key runs. Heathcote High and Adams led Cardinals while Benton and Hallahan pitched, with Watkins driving in two for St Louis.
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Major League Baseball Schedule and Results
Yesterday's results feature the Cardinals game going 12 innings against Cinchimati and a cold matchup between Boston and Pittsburgh as the only game. Detroit faced Philadelphia with rain and two Saturday games noted. Today's slate includes Basin at Pittsburg, Brooklyn at Chicago, New York at St. Louis, Philadelphia at Cincinnati. American League games Chicago at Philadelphia and St. Louis at New York with Detroit at Washington and Cleveland at Boston.
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Bobby Jones to Quit Movies This Week
Hollywood reports champion golfer Bobby Jones will leave his movie role this week. He will depart Hollywood Thursday for his Atlanta home.
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Star Returns Home To Tally One Under Par
Arnoustie Scotland June 1 MacDonald Smith led the British Open qualifying with a 70 on the Barry course near Carnoustie. The Carnoustie native faced gale force winds while finishing two yards from the cup on the 18th. Other notables included Tony Manero and R A Whitcombe tied for second with 72, while Sarazen and Farrell posted 75s amid driving rain.
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Creosote Dipt Shingle Stains Paint Supplies Ad
Local hardware ad promotes Creo Dipt Shingle Stains Wooster brushes Columbia House Paint at 1.30 per gallon and floor varnish 2.00 per gallon. Features Double X floor cleaner and paint soap, color card board, and the largest wallpaper line in the state from 3 cents per roll.
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Major League Leaders near 76s in amateur scores
The list shows Joe Kirkwood of New York tied at 77 with Willie Hunter of Los Angeles. Tom Armour of Detroit posted 78 and A Straub of Newark 91. No U.S. amateurs stood out with exceptional scores. J Depaulo of Los Angeles and Joshua Crane of Brookline, Mass. £. H. Chambers of Beaconsfield and Tom Maguire of Bakerstfield, Calif., had 36s.
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Wolff Triumphs Over Marcelle in Armory Bout
Teuton grappler Wolff returns to the Armory arena with a victory over Marcelle in the main event. Marcelle wins the fall in 26.88 with a reverse body hold. Wolff dominates rounds two and three before the finish. Marion Mynster advances in the semifinals, while Lilly Gabson and Charlie Knowles win in prelims. American Association results list Minneapolis 4 Milwaukee 71, St. Paul 6, Kansas City 5.
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