Browns Sign Bob Gain as Feller Shines in Spring
Cleveland daily notes Browns sign former Kentucky star Bob Gain to fill tackle gap left by Lou Rymkus retirement as Paul Brown predicts Gain will play a key role. Also highlights Bob Feller’s promising spring with strong pitching, 2-0 start and solid stats, plus other sports notes on golf, bowling, and upcoming events.
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Curt Simmons Nearing Discharge From Army Tomorrow
Erte thetired New Brunswick N J April 8 Curt Simmons began his last day of Army life today before rejoining the Philadelphia Phillies The 2 year old mound ace arrived at Camp Kilmer yesterday and started through the routine that will lead to his discharge early tomorrow Simmons who was called to active duty with the 2uth Infantry Division in September 1950 returned to this country from Germany Monday He said he would rejoin the Phillies as soon as an agreement is reached on a contract for the season
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Opening day stars benched by spring injuries
Associated Press reports with April 4 dateline that many diamond stars will miss opening games due to spring injuries. Monte Irvin suffers a shattered ankle, Schoendienst, Benson, and Marlin face extended absences. Cullins and others join the list as multiple clubs report spring treks hampered by injuries across the league.
Carnegie Tech appoints new athletics director
Pittsburgh April 9 Frank Craisley will become director of athletics at Carnegie Tech on July 1, succeeding Clarence Overend who retires after 28 years. Craisley has been at Tech since 1949 and will continue as trainer. he graduated from Tech in 1940.
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New York Beats Sugacage 109 93 in Best of Series
New York defeats Sugacage 109 to 93 to take a 3 1 lead in the best of seven. Wilkes Barres 95 Scranton 67 in American League play as Wilkes Barre leads the series 7 0.
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Corry Journal and Davis Radier lead in bowling league action
In WEW Ladies B League action the Corry Journal swept Connie's as Davis Radier split with Wallace Garage. Standings show Connie's 18 8 1, Corry Journal 15 6 1, with Davis Radier strong in individual scores 767 808 777 and Wallace Garage posting 766 31 02. Dodgers widen lead in E U B Church League by defeating Pirates amid Tigers and Indians outcomes.
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Olympic Gym Trials at Penn State to Select 1954 Team
Four men and four women Olympic veterans will compete at Penn State April 25-26 for spots on the 1954 U S Olympic gymnastic team in the combined national championships and Olympic tryouts. Returning from the 1948 men’s team are Ed Sevobe, Joe Kotys, Bill Roleheim, and Vince D’Autoviu. The women entrants include Charna Schroth Tamaily, Marianne Barone, Meta Neumann, and Dorothy Daten.
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Pennant Stock Rises For Giants As Elliott Arrives
The pennant stock of the New York Giants climbs with the late-night acquisition of Elliott from the Boston Braves for Shelton Jones and around 650000. Elliott will report to Tulsa tomorrow and likely play left field, filling Monte Irvin’s vacancy after a broken ankle. Meanwhile Labine aims for 20 wins, though his elbow swelling lingers, as Brooklyn tops Boston 4-1 behind two homers by Duke Snider and Gil Hodges in spring training action. Veterans Lopat and Reynolds star for the Yankees in a 3-1 win over Charlotte while Mizell shines for St. Louis in a 9-8 victory over Philadelphia.
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Training Camp 4 News In Brief
In brief spring training notes from Baltimore to Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Dodgers beat Braves 4-1 in Richmond as Hodges and fans note Harper and Hodges homers. Phillies and Athletics prep for opening series at Shibe Park with Buck Meyer and Richie Ashburn in lineup. KinER and Hooper lead discussions on bullpen and right-handed depth as teams evaluate early season pitching. Exhibition games across major league parks report varied hitting and pitching results, with several players projecting roles for the 195% season.
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La Motta Favored In Tonight's Bout
Detroit dispatch previews a boxing match where La Motta, the favored veteran, seeks victory over Norman Hayes of Boston at the Olympic Stadium in Boston’s heat. The bout features Canutta weighing around 16 stone and a predicted top form from La Motta as he aims to avenge a prior Boston loss.
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Exmugition results vow York Aid Charlotte Tre State
Vague sports item notes results from a regional event with teams York Aid and Charlotte listed. Washington Ar beats Cincinnati NT, details unclear due to OCR errors.
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Northwest Sportsmen Highlight Stocking Controversy and Trout Spawns
Local anglers discuss the fish stocking program as streams are stocked with trout across the region. Officials defend the plan and note strong numbers, while critics question spending and management. Report covers commission members, observer roles, and stocking results from posts and trucks with emphasis on public access and long-distance fishing in mountain waters.
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