Meadville sports turmoil tests new coach Ditty
Meadville High School athletics face a setback as new coach Preston Ditty confronts fallout from the board’s decision not to retain Reiti Pierce and Harry Dennison. Players oppose authorities, risking cooperation needed to spark a winning era, with team leadership and management under scrutiny.
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Armstrong Faces Aaron Perry In Outdoor bout
Assoc Press reports Hammerin Henry Armstrong to fight 16 year old Washington hopeful Aaron Perry in Washington's opening outdoor bout of the season. Armstrong, a recent victor in Boston, returns for a comeback attempt amid era of slowed pace.
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Tigers Extend Win Streak Into First Division
The Detroit Tigers beat the Washington Senators to stretch their winning run to six and move into the American League first division. Dizzy Trout and Hal Newhouser starred on the mound as Detroit won 2 to 1. The Yankees split a doubleheader with the St. Louis Browns at Yankee Stadium, 4 3 and 4 2. In other action, the Cubs surprised the Braves 15 to 1 at Wrigley Field, and the Red Sox swept the White Sox in a two game set. Cincinnati took a twin bill from Brooklyn, while Cleveland edged the Athletics in the opener and later lost the nightcap. Other results include Frank Colman’s pinch triple lifting Pittsburgh over Philadelphia 4 to 3 in the first game. The second game was halted by curfew and will resume later.
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Houston Expects Fight Gate of 20 Million
Houston reports a boxing carnival expected to draw a $20,000,000 gate on June 21 in a Birth War Loan drive event. Cpl Al Hostak and Cpl Glenn Tee top the lineup with a 10 round bout as the feature. Admission by bond. 11,000 balcony seats to $80,000 for ringside. Promoter Galvez predicted a 15,000 crowd and about $60,000 from the bout.
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This Old Angler Notes Slow Run In Maine and Wisconsin
In a sports roundup from New York on May 22 a writer reports broader fishing activity as ice melts and anglers see rising catches. A note from Dave Dreedom in Freedom village details a 12 inch rainbow caught after a 15 minute effort at the village dam, signaling hopeful spring angling across Maine Wisconsin and Peconic Bay fisheries.
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National League baseball scores and mixed local notes
Baseball results from the National League include Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Brooklyn, St. Louis, New York, Chicago, and Boston with varied scores. The piece also weaves in local items on weather, fishing, and sports coaching moves, plus practice postponements and youth notes from McKeesport Pennsylvania.
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Belter Barsi Heavies Loom In Ring Lights
New York boxing roundup highlights Joseph Baksi of Kupmont Pa as revival spark for heavyweight clashes. Baksi vows revenge on Sam Savold after a planned May 26 bout, with Nat Rages lining up a slate including Michello, Prod Schott, Lee Murray, Curtis Sheppard and Turkey Thompson. Baksi’s rise from mine work and carnival days frames a crowded heavyweight comeback era.
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Meadville High looks at walkout over new coach
About 35 Meadville High students walked out to consider participation in sports under new coach Preston Ditty. Superintendent Warren Norton stated participation in athletics is voluntary and no disciplinary action will be taken against any student choosing not to play. Former coaches Harry Denmon and Reid Pleven were replaced after a petition by many students.
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Lockport Erie Loop Lead in Pony League Play
The Pony League slate featured Lockport and Erie sharing top honors after a set of games. Bradford triumphed over Erie in a 6-2 night capped by strong pitching, while Jamestown and Erie secured wins against Wells and Hornell respectively.
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Postponed Baseball Game With Bison Nine 13
Rain and wet grounds force postponement of this afternoon’s high school baseball game with Waterford. Efforts to reschedule for Thursday are in negotiation as the season nears its end. Tomorrow Beavers travel to Love Land Field to face Harborcreek at 4 p.m. The Beavers also set away games at Union City midweek before closing Friday at Cochran.
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Rambler Softball Triumph Over Raiders in Afternoon Clash
The Rambler softball team defeated the Raiders in a game highlighted by 18 hits for the Ramblers and strong pitching from Chuck Dickson of the Raiders. Ramblers scored 10 runs to 8 as fielding miscues and timely hits shaped the outcome. In Pittsburgh, a boxing card at Forbes Field showcased Billy Miller versus Ian Costantino in a four round headliner.
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