Worst in History PCL Loses Money Amid Stagnant Fans
In San Francisco the Pacific Coast League faces its greatest box office decline as Seattle threatens the lead and Los Angeles holds a slim margin over a crowded pack. Attendance drops with just over 20 thousand for a Sunday four-game set while teams consider major league linkups.
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Saeysmnenty Steds
Ex Cadet Pollard Seeks $14,000 Salary After Pro Tryout
Los Angeles report states Army fullback Pollard, expelled for cribbing at West Point, terminated talks with the New York Yankees. Pollard reportedly asked for 14,000 annually after arriving last weekend, with friends noting attempts to double the offer. Spokesmen said parties remain apart after a final phone call.
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Redskins in two a day practice amid losses to Rams and 49ers
Washington Redskins continued two a day practice sessions after two heavy defeats by the Rams 58 to 14 and the 49ers 45 to 34. Coach Herman Ball urged focus as the team pressed through the rugged schedule with drills daily until a Friday rest period.
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Bears Favored Over Rams In Thursday Night Clash
Los Angeles report notes the Chicago Bears expected to win the NFL pennant clash with the Rams at the Coliseum on Thursday night. George Halas leads a largely intact lineup minus Sid Luckman, while Rams coach Joe Stydahar seeks a first real test for his squad this season amid minor roster moves.
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Joe Studaham
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Slydahar
Redskins
Washington
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Marvin Johnson
San Jose
State College
George Kineck
John Freeman
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Baseball Czar wrangle as owners seek commissioner
New York, (U2) Major league club owners renew effort to appoint a commissioner. They have not agreed on the type of man or the scope of power. A three-man committee led by Warren Giles proposed revisions to authority and an impeachment rule, but no consensus exists about naming a successor at the Walldorf Astoria meeting.
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Heppy
Ny Chandler
Teran Umeda bout stars in Olympic Auditorium card
Unbeaten bantamweight Kenny Teran meets wary contender Tommy Umeda in the six round main event at Olympic Auditorium. The bout marks the toughest test yet for Teran as the talent show card unfolds in Los Angeles.
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Teran
Tommy Umeda
Peterson Secured 13th Oscar in Busy Week
Clark Peterson of Dockerly Pontiac was named Daily Review's 1951 Player of the Week by Haysyard Recreational Department. Despite a 14 to 2 loss, he showcased speed and plate presence, earning a lead-off role in Lockerby lineup. Trophy event set for August 30 at San Lorenzo diamond. season finale vs First Christian Laymen. one of 15 Players of the Week named Player of the Year contenders.
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Clark Peterson
Haysyard
Daily Review
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Giles Liegeral
Peterson
Jim Everidge
Lockerby
San Lorenzo
Hayward Teams Falter in Alameda County Softball Tourney
In Alameda, three Hayward entries competed in a four day American Softball Association event. Richie Mendanenada pitched well for Alameda Legion, but his team and Mel and Rudy fell short at crucial moments. The N and M Markel squad was knocked out after ineligible players were ruled ineligible, and the Legion captured the cup with a 2 to 0 win on Sunday.
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McMillan Actual Champ Not Davis In Powder Pull
Arlene Davis of Cleveland aimed to finish first in the Powder Pull air race. Blondu Clare McMillan of Santa Ana won the $850 first prize, with her fiancé Michiel Walters awaiting their wedding next week. The 1919 mile derby started Wednesday and many pilots, including McMillan and co-pilot Frances Bera, finished in Detroit. Davis placed 13th overall, while Edna Gardner Whyte earned $200 for third. All 44 starters reached Detroit, though Tiree did not qualify for awards.
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Pico
Adlene Davis
Marion
Jan Dietrich
Sacramento
San Mateo
Clif
Edna Gardner Whyte
Aberdeen
Mass
Jean Packer
Arcadia
Detroit
Tiree
All-Stars and Oaks Zone Champions Rise in Hayward
The Burbank All-Stars and Burbank Junior Oaks won Hayward area zone championships and prepare to face Castro Valley Community Center and David Martin for the area title. 12 and Under Stars include Buck Samares Zaballos Dennett Del Rio Sandoval Ghimen ti Rodgers Talbot Lopez. 14 and Under Junior Oaks feature Martinez Zec cari os Jenkens Del Iilo Lopez Surmares Vierra Lugo Lomax Morena.
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Dokey Rodgers
Billy Talbot
Joe Lopez
David Martinez
USC mourns ex cadets as West Point cheating erupts
USC coach Jess Hill expresses sorrow over West Point cheating scandal that derails the Black Knights and impacts the Trojans schedule. Army’s Mortensen notes remaining cadets could still pose a threat. USC braces for 90 to 100 players reporting for practice.
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Yankee Recall Mantle Amid Draft Induction Hearing
The New York Yankees recalled 19 year old Mickey Mantle from the Kansas City Blues as he traveled to Fort Sill Oklahoma for a draft status decision. He had completed his third physical exam with no clear recommendation and previously suffered a left leg injury in 1947. The Ottawa County draft board classified him at 24.
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Greenwood Leads Village Bowling Team After Week
Greenwood tops Village Bowling with a 3 1 win over Village Bowl as Clipper Club follows after beating Goddards. S Stevens tops Vic Clippers with 626 over three games while Jess Hegland posts 580 for Guardsmen and Hal Fischer adds 436 for second weekly score.
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Jock Helland
Hal Fischer
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Alice Massie
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Navy Football Prepares for Loyola Battle in San Diego
Navy's San Diego based training center ten man squad drills passing and running plays in a bid to sharpen offense before a 10 game schedule starting with Loyola. Lt Cmdr Tay Brown, ex Compton college coach, says the Bluejackets show little scoring punch in practice though defense improves.
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Sumo Wrestlers Arrive for Coliseum San Francisco Show
The invading Sumo team led by Grand National Champion Mindayama arrived in Southern California and will headline a combat tournament at Coliseum Howl in San Francisco. Reporters note the long haty cap, a join cloth belt, and 200 holds used in the sport as two pairs wrestle with the winners meeting for the title.
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Ham and Eggs Golf Tourney Announced
Par 5 Club announces a golf event at Lake Chabet with a $100 entry fee. Breakfast at 7:30 followed by partner draws and foursome play. Winners receive golf balls. Enter by August 2 at Ray Dye, Terminal Cato Hayward with handicap or last scores and breakfast preference.
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Indians Rally Boosts pennant push with 5-3 win over Senators
New York report says Cleveland Indians finally sparked by bats after a string of pitching dominance. manager Al Lopez hopes hot hitting from veterans alongside Pet865letos Garcia Wynn and Lemon sustains a home stand seen as a golden opportunity to seize the pennant lead.
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Korea Veteran Enters Bay Meadows Stock Car Race
Janel Flaherty of San Francisco, a Korea War veteran with four battle stars, will drive one of 86 entrants in the Bay Meadows stock car event on August 26. The $10,000 purse is the largest guaranteed prize in the West for stock car racing, with tickets on sale at Bay Meadows and select Bay Area locations.
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Sedgman to Defend Title at Pacific Southwest Tennis
Los Angeles reports Frank Sedgman will defend his Pacific Southwest title in the 25th annual tournament beginning September 16 at the Los Angeles Tennis Club. He is joined by Kon McGregor Don Canily and Mervyn Rose, with Davis Cup star Sedgman aiming to repeat last year’s straight-sets victory.
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McGregor
Dick Savite
Indians Dominate Senators as Four Homers Spark Victory
Dale Mitchell Ad Rosen Bobby Avila and Harvey Simpson hit four homers to back Indians win over the Senators. Yankees split a doubleheader with Detroit, losing 6-3 then winning 12-5. Eddie Vast Dizzy Trout and Virgil Vencks also contributed. Detroit rally, Yankees offense stalled in Game 1, then exploded in Game 2. Dodgers Braves rainout. Pirates beat Red Sox 3-2. Phillies top Orioles 2-0 in International League action.
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Harper-Burton Fight Promises World Title Trail Action
Harper meets Burton in a Wednesday Oakland Auditorium welterweight main event as the top contender push continues. Promoter Mut observer Itvicu says Harper has world title potential and could target Gavilan, with Jimmy Murray and Sugar Robinson plans tied to September matchups while other undercard bouts feature Hayward’s Raul Murillo and Santa Clara’s Raul Murillo in 4 round debuts alongside Ortega Rhett and Gilmer An bouts.
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