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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1932
Page
6
Athens closes gap on Hartselle in the Bee Line League, with a key game at Cullman looming as Decatur and Athens pursue the second half title. Olympic coverage notes the United States sweeps finals, sets 24 new marks, and tops track medals in Los Angeles.
Decatur Blue Sox batting records through week ending August 6 show McDiff 429, P. West 359, Jeffries 354. P. West 29 runs, Kimbrel 26, Waller 25. P. West 7 two base hits, Kimbrel 5. P. West 4 three base hits. P. West 3 home runs, Bronaugh 2. Waller 8 stolen bases, Landers 6.
The Southern Rails crushed the Sox 15 to 2 at Sheffield in a game dominated by a seven-run first inning and multiple Rails scoring plays. Twelve Rails batters faced Jeffries and McCarley in the first frame, eight scoring, as errors and walks fueled the onslaught while the Sox managed eleven hits to thirteen for the Rails.
The Athens team of the Bee Line shut out the Alabama Knitters 7 to 0 at Garret Park on Saturday to avenge a 7 to 7 tie earlier. Lefty Scott allowed three hits and no runs as Athens rallied with four runs in the first inning and three more over the game, led by Whitt and Wilkinson doubles and Nelson’s scoring in the first.
Olympic Stadium Los Angeles August winners and records by Eddie Tolan Luigi Beccali Chiaki Nambu Babe Didrikson and others with world and Olympic marks noted. Readout lists sprint, distance, field events and decathlon results from the championships.
The Indians won a pair from the Nationals and moved into second place by 7 to 4 and 6 to 2. Averill featured both games as the Yankees swept the Browns in a doubleheader 11 to 5 and 9 to 4. Johnny Stones homered to lift the Tigers over Boston 3 to 1 while Vic Sorrell yielded ten hits. Tony Freitas pitched the A’s to a 1 to 0 win over the White Sox in the second game after Lyons outpitched Lefty Grove in the opener 3 to 1.
The Cedar Lake White Sox defeated the Decatur Braves 14 to 3 on Saturday. A late rally accounted for most of Cedar Lake's runs as they sealed the easy victory.
The Alabama Knitters edged Moulton 4 to 2 in eight innings with strong pitching from Athens hurler Slick Coffman. Key moments included Almon’s aggressive base running and a late Knitters rally in the eighth to clinch the win, despite ragged defense on both sides.
No rainfall was recorded during the 24 hour period ending this morning at seven o'clock. The observation indicates a dry spell with no measurable precipitation reported.
Little Rock visits Nashville, Memphis plays Chattanooga, New Orleans travels to Knoxville, and Birmingham meets Atlanta in Southern League action. In the American League marquee games, New York visits St. Louis, Philadelphia plays Chicago, Washington travels to Cleveland, and Boston faces Detroit.
Schedule shows Cincinnati at Brooklyn Pittsburgh at Boston Chicago at New York St Louis at Philadelphia two games Milwaukee at Indianapolis Kansas City at Louisville St Paul at Toledo Minneapolis at Columbus expected games across National League and American Association.
Memphis defeated Nashville by 8 to 0 while New Orleans led Knoxville 9 to 4. Birmingham posted 5 to Atlanta 3. Little Rock trailed Chattanooga 2 to 1.
Cleveland 7 6, Washington 4 2, New York 11 9, St. Louis 5 4, Detroit 3, Boston 1. Chicago 3 0, Philadelphia 1 1.
Boston 2 7, Pittsburgh 1 6, Chicago 8 1, New York 2 8, Brooklyn 6 5, Cincinnati 1 9. Only games scheduled.
Athens of Bee Line fame travels to Oullman today for a rain‑shortened game. If Athens wins this afternoon, Limestone will clash with Hartselle for first place honors.
Walter Johnson faced criticism for sending in a pinch hitter in the ninth inning which spoiled Tommy Bridges' near perfect game. Detroit fans and other observers debate whether the manager's decision fits his role as a skipper focused on winning games.
Babe Ruth hit a home run and added singles as the Yankees swept a doubleheader from the Browns. He went four for five in the opener and one for four in the second game, totaling five hits in nine at bats for the day.
Decatur 13 Sheffield 6. Key hitters include Meekin Hunt Pate Long with multiple two base hits. Kaley drove in runs with three base hits. Howell had a sacrifice and double. Pitchers Jeffries McCarley Alley worked innings. Umpires Brooks Chaffin. game lasted 1 hour 45 minutes.
The Alabama Athletic Commission voted to suspend Bozo effective in all NBA territory. Jay J. Thomas, for Pa Stribling, can book Bozo during Stribling’s absence. Bozo had failed to appear in Birmingham against Jordan and was banned by Michigan. A hearing and reinstatement could follow if requested.
Half as many fans attended the second Sunday game in Birmingham as paid admissions to the first. Still the paid attendance reached about 4 500, a large crowd amid today’s depression era era.
Dallas Mills visits Decatur for a baseball game against the Decatur Blue Sox at Garrett Field this afternoon. First pitch is set for 3 30 in the local diamond contest.
Trinity defeated Austinville 10 to 6 Saturday behind Al Harvey’s 15 strikeouts and strong pitching. Harvey allowed seven hits while Denton gave a steady effort for Austinville. F Terry stood out for Trinity with six putouts at third base.
Jack Moebes now employed with the State Highway department works at Ft. Payne Alabama and spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs. Moebes.
Decatur hosts a wrestling card at Garrett Park presented by the American Legion post with Freddy Knichel of St. Louis facing Buck Lawson in the main bout. Billie Love of Louisville meets Jack Hollenbeck of New York in a one hour limit bout as fans await Knichel’s anticipated flying tackles. The event starts at 8 15 this evening.
Crossetti, the young Yankee shortstop, powered two wins over the Browns with eight runs batted in four in each game. His hitting helped New York secure the victories yesterday.
The weather bureau notes a maximum temperature of 96 degrees and a minimum of 70 degrees for the 24 hour period ending at seven this morning.
Barons win Sunday game 5 to 3 over the Crackers with Prevost delivering the margin on a double. Former Baron Bob Hasty is noted as the victim. Jack Reid of the Vols allowed three hits to Nashville and extended his win streak to seven since joining the Vels. the Chicks split the doubleheader, losing 6 0 in the nightcap after an 8 6 opener. The Pels rallied for six runs in the ninth to beat the Smokies 9 to 4.
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