Scandal in College Basketball and Nevada Football Drop
The article notes a college basketball scandal with Bradley University players admitting bribery to shave points. It mentions a state grand jury probe, potential wider involvement, and calls for stricter oversight. It also reports the University of Nevada suspending football, Athletic Director Joe Sheeketski losing his job, and a large debt forcing the program to quit.
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Arlington Futurity Race at Arlington Park today
Chicago reports the 23nd Arlington Futurity at Arlington Park with 19 juveniles racing six furlongs for 74825 dollars to the winner. Sub Fleet Primate Hill Gail and Tiger Sir vie as top contenders in a field led by trainer EL B Benjamin's Star Mount Stable gelding. Eddie Arcaro rides Primate as noted with strong stakes history and prize money.
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Yankees and Red Sox win home openers in tight starts
The Yankees beat the Indians 3 2 to open an 18 game home stand and firm up lead in the American League while the Red Sox defeated the White Sox 8 3 to start Easton’s 21 game stay. Detroit topped Washington 4 1 as National League results followed.
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Wellsville Outlasts Falcons in Slugfest
In a three hour slugfest Wellsville defeated Jamestown 15 to 12 as Hornell and Jamestown jockey for second place in the Pony League standings. Olean leads with a five point edge over Hornell and Jamestown. Hamilton split a doubleheader, beating Bradford 4 to 0 and 13 to 10. Batavia topped Corning 4 to 2.
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Vets Edge Corry Jamestown In Fourteen Inning Battle
The Vets upset the leading Corry Jamestown nine by a 9 to 0 score in a long game. Chuck Scott and Wascak combined on a two hitter as Reed and Ea Burkhart fueled the offense with multiple hits and runs. The loss went to Middleton as Corry Jamestown used three pitchers.
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Bradley Scandal May Reach Eastern College Basketball
Bradley University players face bribery charges as the nationwide basketball betting scandal expands toward an eastern school between Peoria and New York City. Five Bradley players, including All-American Gene Melchiorre, are in technical custody for accepting bribes in a point spread scheme tied to games against Washington State College and Oregon State.
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Major Amhewan League Yesterday's Baseball Results
Yesterday results show Cleveland 2 beat Detroit 4 while New York lost to Cleveland 2 and Washington defeated Boston 8 to 3. Chicago topped Boston 3. Tonight Cleveland visits New York and Chicago plays Boston among five planned games.
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Presbyterians Defeat ETB in Church League Clash
The Presbyterian softball team defeated Evangelical United Brethren 16 to 8 last evening. ETB led with eight runs in the first inning but could not hold on as Frank Grice pitched the win and Dys took the loss. Score by innings shows ETB 8, Presbyterians 8 with final 16 to 8.
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Playground Activities and Upcoming Youth Games
Results from yesterday show Lions 12 over Terriers in midget baseball and Bears 18 over Tigers in junior softball. Tomorrow schedules include Red Sox vs Yankees in midget baseball, Bears vs Terriers, Tigers vs Lions in junior softball, and Cards vs Phillies in pee wee softball. Fourth ward Playground hosts yarn blanket weaving and pin wheels. a fair at 7:30 p.m. features student projects like hand prints and pot holders. parents invited. Also reports last night’s boxing results and early golf champions with historic notes.
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Sailors Rout Niagara Falls In Pair Of Easy Wins
The Butler Pirates swept two Middle Atlantic League games against Oi City Refiners 22 8 and 14 2. Larry Quartararo sparked the offense with aggressive hits including two homers while Paul Gave struck out 18 in the second game. Eli Russa led Erie with a three hit performance in the fourth inning.
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Aragon Outpoints Gonsalves in Oakland Bout
In Oakland California Art Aragon outweighed Johnny Gonsalves to win a decision. The bout featured Aragon delivering solid punches across ten rounds as each fighter exchanged blows at ring side.
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Sponsors Donate Money for Little League Trip
Four sponsors Comic Junctionown Elles Moose and VFW raise 280 dollars for a Little League trip to Pittsburgh. Sixty players and staff must report in uniform at City Park Saturday 6:20 am for a 6:30 am bus departure and dinner after the game.
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