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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1944
Page
16
A veteran writer argues batting style matters and weighs in on bat weight from 34 to 33 ounces for teens, stressing natural style while detailing key techniques. He advises eye on the ball, balanced stance, weight transfer, relaxed fingers, and controlled stride for consistent contact and power.
The Ashford General Hospital in White Sulphur Springs asked the Kanawha Game and Fish Association for rods reels and other gear for servicemen but has not received items yet. Officials urged local sportsmen to donate or sell equipment and contact Abel Cohen to arrange pickup, with a shipment planned for early next week. The report also notes Delaware Park flat racing record Rosetina's 1:43.4 set July 24, 1937.
The excerpt discusses keeping the eye on the ball in tennis or golf analogy, keeping elbows free during the swing, finishing with a full follow through, hitting balls in the strike zone, and the advantage of a snapping wrist for power. It notes most players use a snap swing to meet the ball out front and gain power, and promises future coverage on base running.
New York on Memorial Day spotlighted more than 10 million dollars wagered at horse race tracks sparking condemnation and debate over gambling ethics. The piece argues large bets reflect a desire to get something for nothing and questions whether lawmakers allow such gambling. It concludes tracks operate under current laws and the public’s money funds the bets.
Massachusetts Governor Leverett Saltonstall wed a Harvard crew member who rowed to Henley Regatta victory on the Thames in England thirty years ago. The Sampson Naval Training Center at N. J. hosts softball as the leading summer intra-mural sport.
Carnegie Illinois defeats American Fork and Hoe 12 to 7 at Legion Field in the North Charleston Diamond opener. George Bear earned the win for Carnegie, overcoming a late Fork & Hoe rally as hitters like Jarvis McGlure and Carr provided early offense. Additional notes mention Lou Boudreau’s wartime Cleveland Indians link and a stray reference to umpire teams and dates.
Carbide will try to rebound in the War Industrial league tonight at Kanawha park as the Chemists face U S Rubber. Verlin Adams likely starts for Institute. Carbide counters with George Dorsey and options include Ed Gr instead and Lefty Rippetoe. Both clubs sit tied for third with four wins in seven starts.
Harold Clans reports a return of intersectional football after a two year Pearl Harbor hiatus. Notre Dame joins five cross country grid dates, Penn and Duke schedule three each, with Penn remaining home all season. Notre Dame faces Dartmouth October 14 and Army November 11 among others, while Duke visits Franklin Field September 20 and Army meets Duke October 28 in New York.
Three games are scheduled in the South Charleston Junior Softball League at Oakesfield today. Spring Hill Merchants face First Baptist at 4:45 PM. League leaders Rawson Hill toppers meet South Charleston Lions in the second contest. Barker Shumate Hellcats play Blue Belt Ramblers in the nightcap. Playoffs to decide the championship set for July 26.
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