Boxing Controversy Roils West Virginia State Athletic Board
Knight discusses boxing politics with Colonel H Phillips of Wheeling for thirty minutes, noting that Phillips blasted the Wheeling Intelligencer June 16 report by Tom Hopkins denying Billy Williams as state welterweight champion as unjust.
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Charleston
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Athemisius
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Billy Wiliams
Williams Still Champ in Title Dispute
The article records a heated exchange over boxing championship status as Colonel denies Hopkins story, cites official word from the state athletic commission, and quotes figures including Williams, Pred Coroabe, and George Brown. The suggestion emerges that a rematch be held in a central city to decide the title.
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Penilips Tila
Steve O'Malley
Wilgs
Williams
Pred Cocurabe
State Athletic Commission
Is Boxing Slipping in Verginte Says Pill Ups
Colonel Pill Ups laments boxing in West Verginte as at a standstill and criticizes licensing taxes. He says regulation has hurt the sport and suggests resigning as chairman would help, while noting the need for leaders to keep the game alive amid tight legislation.
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Mfohe
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Khita
Veteran golfer defies age in British amateur triumph
A 70-year-old veteran wins the British amateur golf title, inspiring older players amid disbelief at such late success. The 38-hole event drew a 5,000-strong gallery as invaders from overseas challenged American dominance, illustrating that age may not end a sporting career.
Swecker Shoots 68 At Meadowbrook
Ka nawah county public links champion Swecker shot 68 at Meadowbrook RO club course. He led the field with three under par rounds, carding 34 on the front and finishing 4 under on 18 holes despite rough sections and mixed pars.
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Meadowbrook
Odes EF. Swecker
Kanawha County
Awerker
Beckley Beats Johnstown in Opening Series Showdown
Beckley belted out 14 hits and rode seven strikeouts by pitcher Pate Begm to a 13 to 3 victory over Johnstown in the series opener. Wheeling and Zanesville split a doubleheader with close first game and a 4 to 0 second game. Dayton and Springfield split a twin bill, the Ducks taking game one 4 to 0 and the Chicks winning game two 4 to 1.
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Pate Begm
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Oita
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Zanesville
Bill Wuleht
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Jablonoweki
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Horst Zaneske
Dayton
Joe
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Murdo
Rowland
Durnford
Simmons Wins Top Vote in Baseball All Star Balloting
Chicago White Sox left fielder Simmons tops the fan ballot with 346 291 votes to lead the American League selections for the July 6 game at Comiskey Park. Philadelphia’s Chuck Klein is second with 342 283 votes. Other leaders include Lou Gehrig at first, Traynor at third, Cronin at short, Hartnett at catcher, and Warneke and Hubbell among pitchers. several stars such as Ruth Waner and Gomez appear in various positions. A separate note covers Southern California racing jolts as Osttlen racing draws promoter interest.
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Victor Over Dunlap Becomes Oldest Golfer to Capture British Amateur
Victor Dunlap, aged 55, clinched the British Amateur title in a 4 and 3 final victory over Thomas A. Bourn at Royal Liverpool. The veteran’s triumph defied expectations as he defeated several younger contenders including George T. Dunlap Jr. and carried the trophy in a week marked by steady, precise play and calm, relentless course management.
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Fifty-Fifth to First in Gene Venskeis Little Slack Book
Gene Venskei chronicles his track journey from a shy beginner in 4 1 4 mile races to becoming Penns varsity member, detailing dates, distances, times, and finishing positions across 324 events. The autobiography notes key early races at Reading 2925 and a pivotal NY distance race where 54 runners led, plus milestones from 1928 mile win to a 2:28 mile improvement.
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Gene Venske
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Venz Kes
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Penn
Wig Ruhnereup
Presidents Cup Event Advances
Golfers at Kanawha Country Club completed all first round matches with several second round games underway. Results show multiple players advancing or winning by several holes with several defaults recorded. A note mentions Frank Wytatt and a world record claim, plus a line about night horse racing being canceled in Des Moines.
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Syrian-Jewish Bail Tears to Compete in Park Series
Announced by Ben Mirks, manager of Dacobive, the St George Syrian and Bal Jacob synagogue basketball rivals will play a series at Kanawha Park. The opening game date will be released soon. a 59-50 split is planned for the standings as both teams vie for bragging rights and church support.
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Servis Wins Ohio Amateur Championship in Tight Finale
Bobby Servis captured the thirtieth Ohio amateur title at COUNTRY CLUB SPRINGFIELD OH defeating Bob Kepler on the thirty fourth green by three up. The 1B year old Bayton native rose from medalist in qualifying to beat veterans Don McCalister R W Lee John Wells and John Florio as he secured the major state crown with steady putting and smart club work.
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Kanawha to Face Edgewood in Intersnah Loom Series
Kanawha heads to a series opener against Edgewood with pro Hickman guiding the squad and Edgewood countering with pro Johnny Dayite. A Rocand match is set on the Kapewod course at a later date, BU.
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Cromwell names all star track collegiate outfit
Dean Cromwell of the University of Southern California selects an all intercollegiate track team after guiding USC to another ICAA title. He picks Metcalfe of Marquette and Keller of Ohio State on multiple sprints, Hardin of LSU in hurdles, Cunningham of Kansas in the mile, and other top performers from LSU Stanford Princeton and Chicago, naming a full lineup for national competition.
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Dink Timpleton
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Gue Meley
Jock Keller
Das Muresy
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Glenn Cunningham
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Bill Bonthren
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Jack Torratics
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Duane Purvis
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Walter Marty
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John Brooks
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Tri-State Tennis Tourney Underway In Cincinnati
The thirty third annual Tri-State Tennis Tournament opens in Cincinnati with 106 players, led by top seed Frankie Parker. Local entrants reach the second round as men’s singles get under way amid a schedule shift toward Monday’s main competition.
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Bryan Grant
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Robert Bryan
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Autry Prisaéf
Seattle
Paul Kunkel
Cincinnat
Jay Cohn
Santa Monica
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John McDmaraud
Fort Worth
Tess
Wilbur Hess
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Bitty Doex
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Dallas
Louleville
Bull Chambers
Walter Merril
Vance Towler
Harry Pugh
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Uffman
Trof Stacey Hill
Oinelmas
Senators Bow to Boosters In Series Opener 6-2
Huntington southpaw Frank Cook hurled a two hit game for the Boosters in a 6-2 victory over Charleston. Cook struck out nine, walked five, and drove in two with a double, while Charleston's Holman and Murdock were pressed into service as the Senators fell further in the Middle Atlantic race. Budding playoff implications cooled as Be Fielders and Urbaniak produced scoring plays, with Charleston’s Leach, Benton, and Condon making notable plays. The Boosters lead the series with a win, and a doubleheader is scheduled for today at Kanawha.
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Graduation Takes Toll of Own Stars at Temple
Philadelphia report notes Temple University graduated thirty four athletes this year led by Leonard Gudd of Mannheim City Pa the only athlete in Temple history to gain varsity letters across football base ball basketball and track Vanderbilt freshman football prospects also achieved grades becoming varsity eligible this fall.
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Temple
Leonard Gudd
Annoy City
Vanderbilt
Crown Prince Hauser Shines For Millers In June Base Hit Power
Minneapolis June 84 The Crown Prince of home run hitters is Joe Hauser first baseman for the Millers. Once a top prospect he has resurfaced with a strong season pace after hitting 64 homers in a prior year. In 56 games this year he is near a 70 homer pace for 164 games. Club president Mike Kelley praises his power and leadership at first base, noting his color and discipline. Hauser's hot hitting keeps him ahead of rivals in the league and sparks team morale.
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