Count Fleck I wins Kentucky Derby in big crowd at Churchill Downs
The 6th Derby ran at Churchill Downs drew about 70 000 fans as Count Fleck I, ridden by Johnny London, won easily. Blue Swords finished second, Cepan Wave disappointed, and next targets include the Preakness and Belmont as the Count heads toward the Triple Crown. Meanwhile boxing and baseball notes cover Jake LaMotta vs Zivie May 24, Sugar Ray Robinson rematch, and early major league firsts for 1942.
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Sugar) Robinson
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Pirates Blank Cubs In Pair Of Hurling Duels
Pirates whitewashed the Chicago Cubs in two games 3-0 and 1-0 as Wally Hebert and Bob Edinger combined for the solid pair of wins. The Giants and Dodgers split a Brooklyn New York doubleheader with tight 3-2 and 2-1 scores. Browns swept two from Chicago while the Reds lost both to St Louis in a doubleheader. Major league action featured strong pitching and timely hitting across multiple games.
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Ewpie) Barrett
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Cards Open Great Lakes Tour With Sailors Meeting
The Mickey Cochrane led Great Lakes baseball camp will face the St. Louis Cardinals today in an opening game. The 12 game home schedule against major league competition kicks off with this exhibition.
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Vernon Stephens Jr. Cramped by New Baseball Style
Chicago report notes Vernon Stephens Jr. of St. Louis Browne, a 22-year-old shortstop, struggling as the new ball dulls his 550 mark in the American League. He has 11 hits in 20 at bats with only one extra-base hit, reflecting a stalled batting rhythm rather than a high average.
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Count Fleet Heads for Preakness After Derby Pace
Count Fleet eyes the Preakness after a muddy Derby win by three lengths over Blur Swords, with Ocean Wave facing withdrawal. Blue Swords and Sildlo Rule loom as next opponents as Belmont Stakes looms, while Whirlaway’s legacy is debated and state news highlights Penn State’s 64-point dominance at the AAU gymnastics meet.
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Baseball scores from yesterday and today noted
National League results show Pittsburgh 9 Cincinnati 3 and St Louis 11 Cincinnati 63 with Brooklyn 1 New York 2 and Philadelphia 1 6. Today Pittsburgh at Cincinnati Philadelphia at Brooklyn New York at Boston. American League yesterday New York 11 Washington 24 and Cleveland 5 Detroit 2 with Boston 1 Philadelphia 6 8 St Louis 8 5 Chicago 24 1.
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Ex Lafayette Collegian Impresses in Pro Debut with Newark
Newark, N J May 3 Frank Hiller Lafayette College grad made first professional start after signing with Newark and won 2 1 against the Montreal Royals in the nightcap, after Newark also won the opener 8 1. Hiller allowed five singles, five and one third hitless innings, walked three, and struck out two in a strong debut.
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Big Apes Show At Shenango Boxing Event
Shenango Army Depot hosts a three round exhibition featuring Joe Randall of Chirton with bouts against Teddy Yarosz Tommy Freeman Jimmy Belmont and Sammy Slaughter. The show aims to bring glamor to the new Pennsylvania arms camp drawing soldier fans to the recreation hall.
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Willie Pep Scout in Buffalo to Watch Kukol Fight
Willie Pep plans a camp sighting at Eagles Auditorium in Buffalo Tuesday to scout Walter Kothy against Steve Kukol as headliners on a Hudson AG midfest show at the Arena corner Peay and Tupper. Billy Gore will attend to gauge Kukol for a potential Pep bout as Gore trains Pep. The notice also mentions Cumberland army induction center baseball team beating Scranton 4 0 and notes Jatouan Bapovich as a heavyweight contender with a past victory over Herbers Marshial in Washington.
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Derby hopes and coach chatter mix in crowded sports page
Inside dope on Dan Reeves seeking a price for Cleveland. Ted Lyons praises his White Sox. Cover Weale wins the Derby bid and eyes the Preakness. Phillies’ choke jinx ends at last since 1930 under Curt Davis. Frink, 18, a rising basketball prospect. guest star Bob Sledier and notes on Marines, Seahawks, and college football prospects.
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Pirates Place Two Players On Ineligible List
Pittsburgh Pirates placed two players on the ineligible list. President William E. Benswanger said there was no discredit. players Getcher Babe Shelps and Pliner Rugesell Bauer remained in defense jobs. Uncertainty about draft or military service led to ineligibility and voluntary retirement considerations.
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Bay Meadows Meeting Minutes Previewed in California
May 3 Bay Meadows officials indicate no extension will be sought for the current meeting. General Mansons Kyne and Senator Portman discuss plans and potential additions as the meeting nears its close.
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