Marion Cardinals Crack Infielder Signs Contract
Marty Marion ace shortstop for the St. Louis Cardinals ended his holdout by agreeing to terms and receiving a substantial salary boost. Other camp items include Seerey’s two-run homer for Cleveland, Gerheauser joining Pittsburgh, Cubs defeating Yanigans, Nelson reporting after teeth extraction, and Cronin advancing practice as Yanks visit Giants.
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Roundup: Tigers' fate loom in NFL schedule crisis
The NFL faces a major headache as the Brooklyn Tigers may not return to Ebbets Field. If Giants deny permission for Yankee Stadium, Brooklyn could suspend operations or merge. A full eleven-team schedule looms as a complex task. The Reds showcase doubleheader pitching with Bush and Lisenbee, or split with Waxhall and Wehmeier and Kerns handling catching duties.
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Gene Allinger named umpire in Eastern League
Williamport, Pa April 2 1943 Gene Allinger former jeweler turned umpire was signed by the Eastern League president Thomas H Richardson to join the umpiring staff. Allinger began in the Evangeline League, then Northern League, Pioneer and Three I leagues, and last year served in the American Association. Jose Rodondo and Austin Delaville Gabon farmed from Washington Senators to Williamsport Eastern League club.
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CHICAGO April 2 Major league baseball no longer doubts play this season and expects to settle the question of a successor to the late Kenesaw Mountain Landis as high commissioner. President Will Harridge of the American League stated a new commissioner could be named within a few weeks after a four club presidents committee announced it would recommend candidates. The committee formed after Landis' death last November to study potential successors and report recommendations.
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Byrnes Says Wartime Sports Rules May Ease Soon
Washington reports War Mobilizer James F. Byrnes indicated that the ban on horse racing will be lifted on V E Day and that wartime restrictions on athletics may be relaxed. The statement came in a quarterly report to President Roosevelt and Congress, signaling a shift toward normalcy for the sports world amid wartime pinch.
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Exhibition Baseball Result At Philadelphia Fort Dupont
Philadelphia played Fort Dupont Streeton in an exhibition baseball game with final score 15 to 20. Army All Star Blondie featured for the visitors in a high scoring doubleheader atmosphere.
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Layden Sees Eight-Club Grid League After Mergers
Chicago April 2 Professional football tightens due to war and limited manpower. The National Football League may trim to eight clubs next season as mergers are discussed, with Bears and Cardinals possibly uniting, and Brooklyn with Boston, Pittsburgh with Philadelphia. Layden notes any new combines depend on club owners and could restore coaching and travel balance.
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Yesterday's Ball Scores Roundup in New York and Nearby Finds
Baseball scores from New York and surrounding cities show New York N over New York A 5 1, Baltimore 5, Philadelphia A 4, Brooklyn N 6, Montreal 5, Norfolk WTS 4, Washington A 2, Cleveland A 5, with LaFayette Indiana Semi-Pros listed among results. Strong emphasis on city teams and regional results.
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Canadiens eliminated by Maple Leafs in Stanley Cup semi finals
Toronto upset Montreal 3 to 2 on Toronto ice to clinch a finals berth after defeating Montreal 3 to 2. Toronto and Detroit Boston series head to Detroit for deciding game as Maple Leafs reach finals by winning four of six. Also notes Cleveland Barons beat Hershey Bears 3 2 in AHL play with Harvey Teno stopping Bears in late stretch.
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Boudreau Eyes MVP Award In 1944 Season
Cleveland first baseman and league leader Joe Boudreau discusses his expected Most Valuable Player chances after a standout 1944 season. Lou Boudreau credits coaches Burt Shotten and Oscar Melillo for guiding younger players while marveling at Mays lead in hitting and fielding. Connie Mack’s praise follows Boudreau’s early celebratory mood as the award race tightens.
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Nelson adds to winnings in Durham golf classic
Byron Neon, the umbrella man from Toledo, won $1,000 to push his season earnings to $605 in the Durham, N C golf tournament. He finished with 276 four under par after a weather disrupted round at Hope Valley. Lee Zarhardt tied for ninth with Sammy Stead, both earning money from the event.
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Barons Hold Off Bruins In Tight Iowa Tilt
In Choetaly Iowa the Barons edged the Bears one to zero as Hershey captured a single win. The Bears struggled while the Bruins dominated the Barons at home. Cleveland posted two wins and a tie in a five game set, with the Barons failing to respond effectively.
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Thumbnauit Preview of Cleveland Tidings and Baseball Whispers
Fragmented OCR text hints at baseball talk with names like Mack and Bontiveau. It references pitching and hitting, team angles, dressing room moments, and hopes for a strong major league showing. The garbled lines mention advice, confidence, and possible expectations for finishing high.
Haegg Tour Disappointing Leaves Soon
Reporter accounts show Swedish sprinter Gunde Haegg facing a string of defeats and travel woes as he heads to compete in Sweden this week. Battles with rival Jimmy Rafferty of the New York Athletic Club produced multiple losses, while Haegg endured transport setbacks and late arrivals in cities like Memphis New York and Cleveland amid the 1945 season.
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