Barons Lose Nashville Wins In Tight Southern Association Duel
In a 1 0 decision the New Orleans Pelicans edged the Atlanta Crackers as Bill MacDonald and Bill Kennedy yielded only three hits apiece. The Bears beat Birmingham 10 7 cutting their lead, Nashville beat Memphis 8 6 ending a losing streak, and Little Rock topped Chattanooga 12 0. Shuba Antonello Moryn homered for Birmingham. Sawatski homered for Nashville. Keeney, Rae and Cogan featured key plays.
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Cards hammer Reds as Slaughter homers twice in win
Enos Slaughter belted two homers and drove in six runs as the St Louis Cardinals routed the Cincinnati Reds 9-3. Don Newcombe pitched a four hit victory as the Brooklyn Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 2-1.
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Czechs Missing From National Doubles Entry List
Longwood Cricket Club in Brookline questions why Jaroslav Drobny and Vladmir Cernik have not responded to National Doubles entries due August 15. Jim Moss notes no word on travel or financing, while Russell Kingsman recalls Europe contact. Drobny had said in Switzerland he would return to his homeland amid the ruling government.
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Doubles Matches at Longwood Face Possible End
Longwood tennis may discontinue doubles next season as contracts end and costs rise. Moss said the schedule alignment and expenses threaten keeping the program, though there is hope it stays.
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Change of pace and vocabulary in hockey coaching dialogue
The excerpt notes that some coaches and managers may temper tempers, citing Syl Apps of the Toronto Leafs as an example. It describes him as a model father and citizen who, when irked at officials or his Marlboro juniors, uses the phrase by hum as his strongest expletive.
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Lefty Lopat Aims to Beat Red Sox as Southpaws Streak
Clearing off the Desk Ed Lopat would become the first left handed pitcher to defeat Boston this season if he beats the Red Sox Wednesday. Boston has faced 15 lefties this year with only two defeating them. Lou Brissie and Gene Bearden are noted for defeating the Sox twice this season. William Bull missed a UNH summer school quarterfinal due to a ski jump on artificial ice flakes during a hot day.
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St Louis and Brooklyn Clinch Tie for First in NL
Enos Slaughter star for St Louis as he belts two homers and drives in six in a 9 3 victory over Cincinnati to keep the Cardinals in a first place tie with the Brooklyn Dodgers who beat the New York Giants 2 1. Dodgers’ Jackie Robinson hits his 13th homer and sets up the eighth inning run as Bruce Edwards forces in Furillo with a bases loaded walk.
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Higgins Calm About Pennant
Birmingham manager Mike Higgins, leader of the league-leading Barons, says he will not celebrate a pennant until it is won. He notes Nashville as strong, New Orleans still a threat, and credits good pitching and a sharp infield for Birmingham’s top standing while stressing timely hitting.
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Juvenile Burglars Sought In Weber Dry Goods Theft
Police seek juvenile burglars for the weekend theft of 1337 dollars in merchandise from the Weber dry goods store in mobile. Footprints outside the shop pointed to juveniles. Entry was made through a second story window and owners recovered the goods yesterday.
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Washington's Virginia Ironmaster Father Highlighted
George Washington was the son of a Virginia ironmaster, reflecting his early ties to colonial industry and family lineage.
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Newsboys Oust Airdales 27 2 In Senior League Showdown
Newsboys dominated the Airdales 27 to 2 in the Senior League game while the Junior League defeated the Fairview Scouts 14 to 2. Winston Ridgeway allowed three hits in six innings as Thursday night features All-Star games with Junior and Senior squads from multiple teams.
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Southern Association and Georgia Alabama League Scores Report
New Orleans beat Atlanta 1 to 0 while Nashville edged Memphis 8 to 6 and Little Rock overwhelmed Chattanooga 12 to 0. Mobile won 10 to 7 over Birmingham. In Georgia Alabama League Tallassee defeated Alexander City 8 to 0. Valley triumphed over Lagrange 13 to 8. Opelika beat Griffin 4 to 3 and Carrollton won 7 to 5 against Newnan. Georgia State League games featured Sparta 10 Baxley 0 Dublin 6 Fitzgerald 2 Lastman 6 Tifton 2 Douglas 3 Vidalia 2.
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Alabama State League Scores Night Upsets
Dothan edged Andalusia 8 to 7 while Brewton beat Ozark 7 0. Geneva defeated Troy 8 to 7 and Enterprise won over Greenville 13 to 5.
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North All Stars edge South 4 3 in Georgia Florida clash
In a tight North versus South showdown the North All Stars defeated the South All Stars 4 to 3. The game featured competitive scoring with key plays by standout players from both teams and held at a regional arena in Georgia.
Musial Narrowly Trails Robinson in NL Batting
Aug 9 update shows Stan Musial of the Cardinals slipping to seventh with a .313 average, 49 points behind league leader Jackie Robinson of Brooklyn who stands at .362. Enos Slaughter remains second among Cardinals at .329 as Robinson holds a 33-point edge atop the NL batting race.
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VFW Drops Twelve Inning Game to National Guard
National Guard beat VFW 7 to 4 in twelve innings as early runs were traded and pinch hits kept both sides close. Nolen Sanders sparked a late rally with a fourth inning score, Sonny Todd and Travis Callahan produced tying runs, but the Guard pulled away in the twelfth to clinch fourth place and bolster playoff hopes.
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Mangrum in Four-Stroke Lead at All American Golf
Yesterday's All American Golf Tournament saw Lloyd Mangrum hold a four-stroke edge at the three-quarter point with a 204. In the women’s division Louise Suggs of Carrollton Ga led after 54 holes with a 227 total.
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Richard Gonzalez Forced Through First Round of Casino Invitation
Newport R I reports national champion Richard Gonzalez was forced through 34 games by Richard Mouledous in the first round of the Casino Invitation Tournament. Manchester Mass notes Louise Brough of Los Angeles reaching the third round of the Essex County Club Women's Tournament.
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Amsterdam Handicap at Saratoga Result Noted
Saratoga Springs race reports Halt wins the Amsterdam Handicap with Capot finishing third behind Daiquari in a three horse finish. Owensboro Kentucky shows Calladico and Liberate pairing for a $2407.20 daily double at Dade Park.
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National League Batting and Pitching Leaders
Robinson leads in batting with 364 while Reese and Slaughter top runs. Robinson also paces in RBIs 89 and hits 149, with St Louis’ Lecuis and Musial among leaders. Pitching highlights include Newcombe 11-3 and Branca 12-4, with Spahn and Newcombe posting high strikeout totals.
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Baseball Stat Leaders and Standings Snapshot
American League batting leaders include Dillager of St. Louis with 345 and Williams of Boston with 347 runs Williams also leads with 104 runs scored, followed by Joost of Philadelphia with 97. Rbi is led by Stephens of Boston with 112 and Williams with 109. DiMaggio of Boston tops hits with 134. Pesky and Williams of Boston and Mitchell of Cleveland tied at 132. Williams holds 29 doubles, Kell of Detroit 28, Dillinger of St. Louis 15. Stephens and Williams of Boston lead home runs with 27. Dillinger adds 9 stolen bases for St. Louis. Pitching leader Reynolds of New York. strikeouts Trucks of Detroit with 110 and Newhouser of Detroit with 94.
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Mangrum Leads at Tan O'Shanter
Chicago report details Lloyd Mangrum holding a four stroke lead at the Tam O'Shanter All-American Golf prize after a 70 in the third round for a 204 total twelve under par. Sam Snead, Clat Heafner, Bill N, and Haas Jr. are among contenders, with Johnny Palmer and Herown Barron tied at 208 after a 67.
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Tonight's Games List National Guard vs John at 8:30
The schedule shows National Guard facing John at 8:30 and Hartselle meeting Evans in a second game. Both matchups set for tonight with local coverage and game notes.
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National Guard Edges VFW In Extra Inning City Softball
Tommy Tucker delivered a two run homer in the twelfth as National Guard beat VFW 7-4 in the opening City Softball League game after Hart selle failed to show. Long, two hour forty minute contest featured nine VFW walks and three errors, with Guard seizing early lead and holding on in extras.
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Pro Football Starts Tomorrow In Los Angeles
Los Angeles reports that pro football opens tomorrow as the season begins while baseball still dominates elsewhere. The piece notes the coming gridiron action and implies excitement for the new campaign.
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Batting Race Tightens With Williams And Dillinger
Boston stars Ted Williams and Bob Dillinger of St Louis share the American League batting lead at .345 after a week’s action. DiMaggio moves to .343 as Dom DiMaggio climbs to third. standings reflect games through August 7 with players listed among top figures and at bats.
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Rozek Hurls His First No-Hitter
In Dallas on August 9 the Texas Baseball League spotlighted Dick Rozek's no-hit victory for the Oklahoma City Indians over San Antonio in the opener of a double header. The Indians won 2-1 as Rozek missed a perfect game due to an error by third baseman Ansom Jackson.
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Charity Clash Opens Season For Dons And 49ers
The Los Angeles Dons face the San Francisco 49ers in a season opener charity game at home. Proceeds and kickoff time are not specified in the readable text.
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Nail Making Then and Now Before 1879
Before 1879 the United States produced all nails from iron. The shift to steel and later alloys transformed durability and production efficiency, changing how hardware was manufactured and used across industries.
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