Income taxes and amusement taxes stir public debate
A columnist argues rising income tax will drive up amusement taxes possibly to 40 percent in wartime, boosting admission prices for sports events. The piece notes public concern over the cost of games, television influence, and war-era fiscal policy. It also reports UC Berkeley biologist estimates of California deer numbers nearing a million, urging regulated hunting offers to balance population and food needs, with regional input from stakeholders.
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Markham Rally Beats Redwood Ten In Wild Baseball Duel
New Markham rallied to beat Redwood 10-9 as Minuit earned the win, fanning 12 and allowing five hits over nine innings. Garret and Underwood contributed key hits, while Redwood’s Lauffer Partridge and Kooper each plated runs in the late frames before New Markham pulled away.
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Marshall Sets World and American Records In Swim Meet
Yale star Marshall led New Haven Swim Club to 48 points at the National AAU outdoor championships in New Haven Conn setting world and American marks in the 440 and 880 yard events. He swam a 9 37 5 in the 880 and 4 30 3 in the 440 while teammate Jim McLane added 13 points to the team win.
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Ohio State
Crown Hope For Barao Wednesday
Fans anticipate a ten round bout at Oakland auditorium between Emil Barao and Mario Trigo. Trigo, a Mexican lightweight, arrives after a win over Phil Kim in Honolulu and a prior victory over Art Aragon in Los Angeles. Barao previously defeated Carlos Chavez in Emeryville and Henry Davis in Honolulu, positioning both for a potential title shot if victorious.
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Oakland
Hayward Riders to Compete at Martinez Fiesta Meet
About 100 motorcyclists from the San Francisco Bay area and San Joaquin Valley, including the Hayward Motorcycle Club, will race at a four day Martinez Fiesta event on Saturday August 5 at Martinez airport. Sponsored by Martinez Hi Hats with William Wakefield as chairman, the meet features seven events such as figure eight stake race boat race and Australian pursuit. Clubs represented include San Francisco Motorcycle Club Acorts of Oakland Hayward Richmond Motorcycle Club Solano Eagles Vallejo Motorcycle Club Lodi Motorcycle Club Redwood City Motorcycle Club Grandpas of Oakland Stockton Motorcycle and the Hi Hats of Martinez.
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Snead Clinches Paul Open Playoff With 65 Final Round
Sam Snead staged a dramatic comeback at St Paul by firing a seven under par 65 in the final round to tie Jim Ferrier at 276 after 72 holes. Ferrier, who led for three days, birdied the 16th but could only match Snead in regulation. The 18-hole playoff for the $2,000 first prize follows Snead’s season total of $23,211 on the professional circuit.
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Larsen Plays Doubles at Chicago Tennis showdown headline
At River Forest Tennis Club Chicago the National City Courts tourney featured Larsen and Travert forming a doubles team while Flam teamed with Hart, Burne and Baker reaching the women's doubles final. Flam defeated Larsen 6-2 6-2 6-2 in the singles.
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Noor Is The Greatest Racing Horse Noor Is The Greatest Racing Horse
Noor, the Irish bred standout now racing in America, captured the 940 American Handicap at Hollywood Park posting 132 pounds in a brilliant mile and a quarter effort. A record 48,801 fans watched as Noor battled the impost in the stretch proving his heart and gameness.
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Hollywood Park
Citation Faces Illness Rumor Before Arlington Handicap
Chicago dispatch reports racing world buzzing that Citation may miss the Arlington Handicapped race at Arlington Park. Trainer Jimmie Jones questioned the horse's fitness after a slow 1:45 4/5 mile work and speculation rose about scratching, with earnings near 938,630 and a potential milestone over 1,000,000.
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Noorward Dharan Triumph in County Race at Hollywood Park
Noorward Dharan edged out Moor to win by a neck at the Western county meet, finishing in a 2:15 pace with a decisive late stretch surge. Moor faded to four lengths back, while Miche and Old Rookperi trailed. Noor’s $2.70 payout drew a strong wagering crowd, as Hollywood Park reported a 5 percent betting rise and attendance up 20 percent from the prior year.
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Tigers Rally In Ninth To Hold AL Lead
Detroit sneaks two runs in the ninth to topple the Yankees and stay atop the American League standings. Hoot Ivers and Gary Priddy tie the game with two outs in the ninth, Joe Page’s pitch hits turn into a winning run as Don Kellaway delivers the hit. Saul Rogovin earned the win after a grand slam earlier by Hank Greenberg’s Tigers. In other action, Philadelphia’s Phillies sweep a doubleheader to seize first in the National League, while Stan Musial extends his hitting streak and Jackie Robinson and Gil Hodges homer for the Dodgers.
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Red and Gun Club Praises Chairman at Castro Valley Meet
Castro Valley Red and Gun Club honors Chairman Alvin Joseph for leadership in fishing regulation enforcement and community service. Moore, in charge of reserve wardens, praised for bringing violators to justice. Oak Knoll hospital gives thanks for programs for shut ins. Livermore Pleasanton club praised for quail propagation and conservation efforts. Guests Alf Grandon and Rudy Linhart attend.
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Hard Top Action As Spares And Caswell Defend Lead
In the Bay Cities Racing Association halfway through the season the hardtop division promises action as leaders clash in an 11 event program at Oakland Stadium Tuesday night. Johnny Soares of Oakland Bob Caswell of La Foyette and Ed Nopmi of Petaluma head the standings with George Bignolti of San Francisco close in fourth.
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Baseball Standings Endings From Major League Series
Oakland defeated Portland 6 to 1 while Hollywood beat Seattle 4 to 1. Los Angeles downed Sacramento 4 to 3 and San Diego edged San Francisco 4 to 3 in American League action.
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Oaks and Solons Split Doubleheaders In Coast Ball Action
San Francisco and Oakland battled in a Pacific Coast League doubleheader with Oakland winning one game and San Francisco another as Reed and Behrman starred on the mound. In San Diego the Padres lost to the Seals 15 to 6 after a 10 to 9 opener, while LA and Sacramento posted further results in the day’s slate.
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