LOUIS ECHMELING PREPARES FOR JUNE FIGHT
Joe Watius vows to overcome past mistakes as he trains for a June 22 bout in New York with Max Schmeling. He corrects a left hand flaw and sharpens defense amid talk the match may last eight rounds. Also notes Warren Pro basketball plans, Russo’s backer search, AAU boxing rules, and ticketing details for Cleveland and Pittsburgh games.
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Four AL Teams Tie Atop League Race In Scramble
May 14 United Press reports the American League leaders Washington Boston New York and Cleveland bunched within a game. Boston's revival under Joe Cronin and Jimmy Fox leads the chase with dominant pitching from Jack Wilson. Detroit, Chicago, and Pittsburgh also win key games as the race tightens across both leagues.
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Major League Standings and Yesterday's Scores
Yesterday's results featured Boston 10 over Washington 0 Philadelphia 8 over New York 6 Chicago 7 over Cleveland 6 Detroit 7 over St Louis Pittsburg 4 over Chicago 1 Cincy St Louis game noted as weather affected. Today Washington at Boston Philadelphia at New York Chicago at Cleveland St Louis at Detroit Boston at Brooklyn Pittsburgh at Chicago Cincinnati at St Louis New York at Philadelphia International Newark 11 Montreal 1 Buffalo 6 Syracuse 5 Rochester 7 Jersey City 3 Baltimore 8 Toronto 8 American Association Minneapolis 6 St Paul 3 Toledo 12 Columbus 9 Indianapolis 6 Louisville 4 Kansas City 7 Milwaukee 5
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Ollins Bowlers Fall to Erie Ladies in Three Games
Collins' bowling team lost all three games to Erie Moose Lodge ladies at Erie on Thursday evening. Poor precision and missed spares hampered the Collins squad as Erie dominated the lanes.
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Pitt to Expand Intramural Athletics Program
In a Pittsburgh dispatch dated May 14 United Press reports University of Pittsburgh officials will expand intramural athletics. The program, to begin in September, will classify intramural participation as equivalent to the existing physical education course, following faculty committee recommendations on athletic policy.
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Vaughn Tops Keg Tourney Lead At Jamestown
John Vaughn claimed the top spot in the Jamestown Keg Bowling Tourney with a 644 series from 188, 265, and 191 as Corry bowlers posted strong showings. Storey led Corry with a notable showing last night amid Thursday’s action. Duquesne University tops Carnegie Mellon 5-4 at Stanton Heights courts.
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Dauber Favored to Win Preakness Today
At Pimlico, Dauber heads a field of Derby rebounders in the 48th Preakness Stakes with Wayorite at 5 to 2 and Davider among top choices. Derby losers Mighting Fox Bull Leo also figure, while other notable names from Louisville include Can't Wait and Myron Selvnick.
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Von Cramm Given One Year Prison Term
Von Cramm world famed tennis star was found guilty of immorality charges in EPRLIN on May 14 and sentenced to one year in prison. The court noted acts with a young actor before 1938 and visits to night clubs where such people gathered. He initially claimed normal sex life but admitted irregularities. he had been Germany’s sole hope in this year’s Davis Cup, lacking peers in Europe or elsewhere besides Donald Budge.
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Yesterday's Hero Wins Second Shutout in Washington Series
Washington & Jefferson golf team edged Duquesne University 5 to 4 yesterday, preventing a more lopsided defeat and keeping Duquesne at four losses in eight matches. Jack Wilson, Boston Red Sox pitcher, noted for his second straight shutout over Washington, starred in the extended sports section.
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Erie Sailors win second in row over Senators at Kanawha Park
In Charlestown West Virginia on May 1 Big Louie Lepine struck out seven and led the Erie Sailors to a 7 5 win over the Capitol City nine under lights at Kanawha Park. The Sailors out hit Charlestown 11 to 7 marking their first season victory after trailing in prior games. Iceland features a 70 foot basin and a geyser spout of 200 feet in height.
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Galento beats Baer in second round knockout at Madison Square Garden
Tony Galento knocked out Max Baer in the second round at Madison Square Garden before a large crowd. Promoter Mike Jacobs and Galento’s manager Joe Jacobs planned next moves, with a probable bout against Max Schmeling or Lloyd in late summer, winner to face the other.
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