Yankees Chase Third Straight World Series Title
Chicago Cubs face the New York Yankees in the World Series, with Chicago aiming to upset the favored Yankees who seek a third consecutive title. The series opens in Chicago on Wednesday afternoon, amid strong bets on a five-game outcome and high expectations for Yankee dominance. Cubs injuries include Gabby Hartnett’s finger and Augie Galen out with a knee, while Yankee stars Gehrig, DiMaggio, and others lead a rested, confident squad after a late-season surge.
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Frank Chance
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Boston Braves
Philadelphia Athletics
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Gabby Hartnett
Yankees
Pirates
Lealet
Cabby Hartnett
Augie Galen
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Mies
Billy Herman
Vance Page
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eiUdine
Browns
Gillis
Stanley Sack
Rip Collins
Wmapgio
Gehrig
Dickey
Minnesota Triumphs Over Nebraska 16-7 in Big Ten Clash
Minnesota, the Big Ten champions, defeated Nebraska 16-7 before about 46 000 fans in Minneapolis. The Gophers avenged last season’s setback as Wilbur Moore scored the opening touchdown in the first quarter, captured by Acmeelephoto.
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Nebraska
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Minnend
Gophers
Cornhuskers
Wilbur Moore
Acmeelephoto
Yankees Favored In World Series Contests
New York October 3 opening odds set by Jett Doyle show the Yankees installed as favorites in the World Series versus the Cubs. Series bets list 2-5 for the Yankees, 2-1 for the Cubs, with single game odds and future stakes indicating strong confidence in New York across multiple outcomes.
FLKS KEGLERS OPEN CAMPAIGN AT TALES ALLEYS
Tre Antur s Bowling League begins with the Penn Electric Keglers facing Christensen Motors on Tales alleys. The schedule lists Barnes Ave Leam versus Heplérs on Tuesday, Steengva versus Kaspers on Wednesday, Powells versus Citizens Bank on Thursday, and Donaldsons versus Montgomery Word on Friday.
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Christensen Motors
Tales
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Heplérs
Steengva
Kaspers
Powells
Citizens Bank
Donaldsons
Montgomery Word
Newark Bears Dominate Blues In World Series Opener
Newark New Jersey October 3 The Bears defending champions beat the Kansas City Blues 12 to 4 before 13886 fans. Jimmy Gleason had five hits including a homer as Newark rapped 18 hits off four American Association pitchers. Al Piechota was relieved after a seven run first three innings. Joe Beggs pitched all nine innings, nine hits and one walk.
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Kansas City Blues
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al Piechota
Joe Beggs
Cubs Rally and Pitchers Highlight Strength and Weaknesses
The article extols Cubs players and rivals, praising Henrich’s arm and Hartnett’s defense, while noting losses from Galan and injuries to Hartnett and others. It highlights Reynolds’ comeback, Cavaretta’s defense, and Hack at third base, with plans to discuss pitching and lineup changes impacting the series.
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Hoag
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Cavaretta
Marty
Gomez
Yankee Goliaths
Gabby Hartnett
Dickey
Hartnett
Angels
Harriett
Billy Hernan
Joe Gordon
Herman
Cub
Stanley Hack
Red Rolfe
Heck
Val Pilchars
Pitt and Duquesne Meet Saturday in Stadium Showdown
United Press reports the Pitt Panthers and Duquesne Dukes renew the football war this Saturday at Pitt Stadium before an expected 60 000 fans. Fresh off a 28 6 win over Temple, Pitt is favored to win a third straight game, while Duquesne hopes for a few breaks to stay close.
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Waynesburg
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Fordham
Allegheny
Otterbein College
Meadville
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Lock Haven
Indiann
Grove City
Jarion
Feller Sets Major League Strikeout Record in 1938 Season
Bobby Teller, a 19 year old Cleveland fireballer, becomes the major leagues strikeout king, fanning 18 in a doubleheader loss to Detroit. Big Hank Greenberg grows his home run total but falls short of Babe Ruth with 58 in the year. The Yankees clinch American League title, while the Cubs end their season in a loss to St. Louis. Versaille palace tale closes the segment.
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Beavers vs Titusville grid clash slated Saturday
Corry's feature grid contest of the season sets Beavers to host Titusville Rockets in Loveland Wield. Both teams aim for advantage as recent results show Beavers holding a slim edge in the series while Titusville has improved. Bud Rourke is reported in shape after a sprain from Meadville.
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Meadville
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World Series schedule and venues for Cubs and Yankees
Oct 3 report outlines the World Series plan between the Cubs and Yankees. First two games at Wrigley Field Chicago, then three at Yankee Stadium New York if needed, with potential sixth and seventh at Chicago. Game times 2:30 p m Chicago and 1:20 p m New York except Sunday 2 p m EST. Capacity 70,029 at Yankee Stadium and 42,000 at Wrigley Field. Managers Gabby Hartnett Cubs and Joe McCarthy Yankees.
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Gabby) Hartnett
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Warren Red Jackets Defeat McKees Rocks 18 to 7
Warren's Red Jackets defeated the McKees Rocks Rooneys 18 to 7 in a professional game at Warren. The Rooneys scored in the second period, Warren answered with a third quarter drive and a later score on a pass. Warren next plays the Youngstown Pros at Warren on Sunday.
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Yesterday's Baseball Scores Reported Across Leagues
Yesterday's results show American League games with New York 6 over Boston, Detroit 4 to 10, Cleveland 1.8, Washington 6 over Philadelphia 2, St. Louis 4 to 0, Chicago 3 over Chicago tied 3, and National League scores including New York 3 over Boston 2, Cincinnati 5 over Pittsburgh 4, St. Louis 7 over Chicago 5, Brooklyn 7 over Philadelphia 2.
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Allegheny Gators Triumph Over Otterbein in Debut
Allegheny College’s Gators dominate Otterbein in their first game out of Ohio in 19 years, scoring 32 points with power runs, a fourth quarter interception return, and a final aerial TD. Scholastic Scores list Erie Vincent 21 Erie Tech 8 Canton McKinley 7 Erie Acad Union City 7 Fairview 5 Warren 19 Titusville 6 Franklin 32 East Brady 6 North East 13 Harborcreek 0 Edinboro 12 St Bernard's 13 Oil City 12 Greenville 6 Westfield 13 Falconer 12 Alsance 21 Grove City 7 Jamestown 7 Lackawanna
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Lackawanna
Notre Dame Faces Powerful Club This Season
United Press reports Notre Dame, seeking national honors, opens the season with a strong performance and hints of a Rockne era resurgence under Elmer Layden. The Irish, using deep depth, beat Kansas while other top teams like Pitt, Minnesota, Alabama, California, and TCU won, with upsets including Yale and Harvard losses and several ties.
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Elmer Layden
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Temple
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Rams Surprise Detroit Lions and Bears Lead Divisions
In NFL action the Chicago Bears and Washington Red Suns remained undefeated in their divisions. Cleveland stunned Detroit 21-17 in Lewin's first game for the Rails, while the Rams won their first game since last season win. Dodgers beat Cardinals 13-0 after slow starts.
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Red Suns
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Red Skins
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Detroit Lions
Art Lewin
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