Walberg Pitching Clinches 7-1 Win for Athletics in Cleveland Series
In Philadelphia on June 21 a crowd of about 20 000 watched the Athletics sweep the four game set from Cleveland. Rube Walberg pitched masterfully going the distance and allowing only four hits while not permitting a run. The Athletics homered three times and added six runs to secure the victory and claim the series finale 7 to 1 with Pox scoring his seventeenth on the season. Bishop and Simmons contributed late to seal the win.
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GoeToN game highlights with Browns rally
An unclear report notes key moments from a St. Louis Browns game. Sam drives in tying run after two hits, Berry’s throw ends a play, and Cecar features among day’s notable happenings.
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Yankees Shut Out Tigers as Ruth Hits First Home Run
New York pitcher Her nels Geen held Detroit to five hits and the Yankees won 2-0. Babe Ruth connected for his first homer of the season in the eighth inning, one of two extra-base hits by the Yankees. The game featured walks and steady defense behind Geen.
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Youth shining in American League race this year
The piece notes rising youth in baseball with several young pitchers in the American League. It highlights Melvin Bardler, Vernon Gomez, and Glenn Leihardt Jr, detailing early starts and minor league beginnings as proof that younger players are entering at high levels.
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Louie Cobble Tops Senator Batsmen With .571 Mark
Louie Cobble of the Charleston Senators leads Tri-State league batters with a .571 average after recent official updates. Marvin Ferrell of Williamson posts a perfect average, Holt Milner of Logan sits third with .471, Kelsey Jennings of Beckley at .464, and Panny Dooley among Charleston players at .414. Jack Cote stands at .389 in the rankings.
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Detroit Boasts New Hurling Star
Detroit reporters highlight Whitlow Wyatt a right handed pitcher for the Tigers who will turn 21 in September. Wyatt impressed in relief and helped stabilize games after arriving from Evansville in the Threstye league where he won 22 and lost six last season. He has a semi pro background from the south and has posted dominant outings against South Pittsburg with no hits allowed and 22 strikeouts in other regional games. Wyatt stands six feet one inch and weighs 185 pounds.
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Dr Hogg Wins Golf Tor Tournament
Dr Hogg enters with a 4 handicap and 14 score to lead a field in a golf tournament. Other low rounds include Hersher 69, Ewing 69, Gary 70, Picklesimer 70, Ransick 70, Crichton 71, Piller 71, and Adler 72 among numerous competitors.
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Wade to Meet Hill Riley Boxing Clash in Charleston
Undefeated Charleston flyweight Hill Riley faces Arthur Lucas as they weigh 120 and 118 pounds respectively. Skeets Farley to referee all matches. Tickets available at Zimmerman's in Quartier Street and the Judel Rutter desk.
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Babe Berman’s journeyman pro career before 1925 Brooklyn stint
Baseball player Babe Berman had played for twelve teams in nine leagues since turning pro in 1931 before joining the Brooklyn club in 1925.
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Longest bare-knuckle bout tops records in 1855
In Australia in 1855 James Wesley and Jack Smith fought for eight hours and fifteen minutes, ending in a draw. The match is noted as the longest bare-knuckle contest on record with both men exhausted and recognized as rivals in local circles.
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Naval athletes pace undefeated teams in multiple sports
Unbeaten Naval athletic representatives claim perfect records across boxing wrestling water polo cross country grammatics and rifle shooting. The report notes Red Barron a former Georgia Tech halfback transferred from Boston Braye to Ajanty of the Southern association and previously played with Providence.
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Piker Williams Delivers Late Victory For Kettering Team
In St. Augustine on June 21 Rick Willems of Kettering high school pitched brilliantly against New Smyrna High. Williams started in the second inning with a single, stole third, and scored the first run. He struck out 17 over seven innings, aided by a double play with bases loaded, and allowed three runs. His ninth inning double decisive hit sealed the win.
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Olympic Athletes to Serve Themselves in 1932 Games
Los Angeles June 21 Athletes at the 1932 Olympiad will select from native foods with help from their own chefs. Under the organizing plan they will use a 14 cafeteria and individual kitchens for invading teams to prepare menus as directed by coaches. Meals will be served in a common salon with athletes dining in their own sections.
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Tri-State Yesterday's Baseball Scores
Williamson defeated Charleston 6 to 4 while Beckley won 10 to 4 over Hentington. Logan posted a 7 to 1 win against Ashland.
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Bratford and HU Shine In College Baseball Spring Sequences
Strikeout star George Bratford formerly of the University of New Hampshire struck out five batters in a single inning during a summer Belem game. Ralph HU, newly crowned intercollegiate mile champion at the University of Oregon, plans to work on his father’s farm in eastern Oregon this summer.
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Baseball Action From Yesterday in Major League Standings
National Chicago 4 Boston 4 in 12 innings. Cheago 5 Boston 4 second game. Brooklyn 4 Cinciiimatic 2 first game. Brooklyn 5 Cincinnati 3 in 8 innings. Philadelphia 13 St. Louis 3. New York 6 Pittsburgh 5 in 10. Boston 3 St. Louis 2. New York 3 Detroit 6. Philadelphia 7 Cleveland 1. Chicago 7 Washington.
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Veteran Players Still Lead Race in Early AL Campaign
In Chicago report dated June 31, veteran sluggers Babe Ruth of the Yankees and Sam Rice of the Senators dominate early league stats. Rice edges batting with a .398 mark, plus 80 RBIs and 25 steals, while Ruth leads in runs 38, total bases 130, homers 20, and RBIs 58. Cronin backs Senators with 19 doubles. Combs has 8 triples for the Yankees. Team batting climbs for New York to .308, Cleveland leads in standings with a .874 fielding percentage, while Mel Harder earns seven wins as Grove slips to 1-2 and 77 strikeouts.
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Eddie Held Wins Stalwart Amateur Title Streak
Amateur golfer Eddie Held has held a links title since 1917, beginning his competitive career with a win at the St. Louis municipal championship and maintaining a long run atop amateur standings.
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Giants Seek Sixth-Year Gap With No NL Title
The Giants led by John McGraw aim to end a five-year drought in the National League. If the bid fails, a six-year lapse could be noted as a concerning outcome for the team this season.
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Three Veterans Return to Big League Playoffs Circle
Otley Burleigh Grimes Joe Sewell and Chuck Jamieson three survivors of the Brooklyn and Cleveland players who met in the World Series ten years ago remain active in major league competition.
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Harry Rice Versatile Player Covers All Infield and Outfield
Former major leaguer Harry Rice now with the Yankees has played every infield and outfield position at least once in the major leagues except pitcher, showcasing his wide defensive versatility.
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