Yankees Extend Winning Streak as Giants Lead NL Race
The Yankees surged with five wins in six games, averaging 13 hits and two homers per game while beating the Indians 4-3 and 13-1 in a doubleheader. The Giants topped the Phillies 9-1 and 6-2 to widen their NL margin over the Reds, who lost 5-4 to the Pirates.
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Goody Rosen
Decatur Iron and Steel vs Riverside Softball Goes Extra Inning
An extra inning decided a softball game at Benson Field as Decatur Iron and Steel defeated Riverside 8 to 6. Riverside tied the score 6-6 in the eighth with a three-run rally after a fifth inning surge by Decatur.
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Decatur Iron and Breanageens
Decatur Iron and Steel
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Cooper-Wells Triumphs 4-3 Over Alabama Hosierymen
In a second meeting Cooper-Wells edged Alabama Hosierymen 4-3 to go three games ahead in the league. Hosierymen tied it with three runs in the top of the last inning, but Cooper-Wells answered with a run in the bottom to seal victory. Batteries Hosierymen Johnston Sanders. Cooper-Wells Hurst Garnett.
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Two Softball Games Set at Benson Field Tonight
Parks Grocery will face Riverside and Decaturron and Steel contest Goodyear in a doubleheader at Benson Field tonight. Riverside and Decaturron lead the first matchup while Goodyear seeks a rebound against Steel.
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Briez on Sports Sparks and Speculation from Pitt to Pros
Eddie Brie t z surveys unsettled college and pro sports scenes. Pitt faces ineligibilities after graduation losses, Leroy Haynes returns from Europe, NC State eyes next season tough, and other notes include Connie Mack comments and Oscar L. Kojac hinting at 1940 games.
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York Herald-Tribune
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Tales in Tidbits Pick Only One Second Baseman For All Stars
Charley Gehringer is chosen as the single second baseman for the All Stars. The manager favors a simple approach and selects the veteran slugger for his steady hitting and fielding.
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Mister Gehringer
Charley
Charley Gehringer Tees Up a Storied Infield Legend
In Cleveland a veteran scout praises Charley Gehringer as perhaps the greatest American League second baseman. Lyn Lary names Gehringer as the best infielder he ever saw, citing flawless glove work, fielding, and smooth speed. Gehringer’s career batting average sits at .329 in mid career, with multiple league-leading marks and a reputation for quiet efficiency.
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War Admiral Defeated at Suffolk Downs in Heavy Ground
The War Admiral failed to win at the mud track and finished out of the money as Menow led from start to finish in the Massachusetts Handicap. Seabiscuit scratched with a tendon injury, denying a anticipated clash. Odds favored Sam Riddle's ace as Menow paid 22.80 to win with Busy K and War Minstrel also in the money.
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Tor Smith
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Sam Riddle
Busy K
Tigers Struggle as Gehringer Says They Aren’t Hitting
A writer asks Charley Gehringer what’s wrong with the Tigers. Gehringer answers plainly that they are not hitting, cutting short questions about the team’s performance. He explains the blunt assessment while fielding grounders, describing a methodical baseball scene.
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Tigers
New York
Dale Alexander
Buck
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Charley
Southern League Baseball Scores Report
Little Rock defeated Birmingham 9 to 4 and Atlanta beat Nashville 5 to 4. Chattanooga won 2 to 0, New Orleans topped Memphis 5 to 3, while Knoxville lost 1 to 5.
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Baseball scoreboard notes across the National League
National League results show New York 9 Philadelphia 6 and 1 2. Boston 7 beat Brooklyn 6. Pittsburgh 5 defeated Cincinnati 4. St Louis 10 topped Chicago 5.
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Baseball Scores From American League Matchups
Detroit beats Cleveland 4 to 3 while New York opens 0 1 in Philadelphia after a 10 13 game. Boston defeats Washington 6 4 and Chicago wins 9 5 against St Louis.
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Flag Tournament Set for Fourth at Country Club
The annual flag tournament will be held at the Country Club on Monday July Fourth. One hundred shooters will receive a flag and a four handicap score to shoot at to keep near par. Bob Harris won last year finishing on the third hole of the third round. Entrants should register by Sunday to avoid last minute rush and handicap confusion.
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