Pelicans sweep Nashvillle as Milner nets 17th win
The New Orleans Pelicans defeated Nashville in a doubleheader on Wednesday. Al Milner earned his 17th win of the season in the first game after a late rally by Nashville. In the second game the Pelicans pushed ahead with a four-run fifth inning amid a back-and-forth affair. Atlanta spoiled Memphis with a 6 to 3 victory as Harris homered in the eighth for the Crackers. Little Rock beat Knoxville 11 to 8 as Travelers' hitters stepped up in a three-game run.
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Atlanta Crackers
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al Millar
Pola
Thomas Badh
Milner
Bam
Vols
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Speece
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Memphis
Harris
Crocker
Crockers
Schmidt
Kelley
Crackers
Little Rock
Knoxville
Smokies
Dothan Weevils face Troy in decisive Dixie Amateur clash
Dothan and Troy split games in the Dixie Amateur championship series with a 4 to 0 Troy win in Troy and the latest contest highlighting Weevils bats, strong pitching by Max Brunton, and a late Campbell rally thwarted by Troy’s defense. Buddy Blair and Lewia Smith led Dothan with key two baggers while Thia Smith nearly sparked a comeback in the ninth.
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Troy
Fead
Sitchell
Lewla
Buddy Blair
Mitchell
Thhula Smith
Suydam
Billy Hitchcock
Braddock Predicts Baer Knockout Of Detroit Negro Ace
Memphis dispatch reports heavyweight champion James Braddock predicts Max Baer will knockout Laura Detroit’s top Negro contender in tonight’s exhibition. Braddock says the bout should end decisively as Baer continues his streak and manager Joe Gould eyes a possible future clash for Braddock.
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Baer
Detroit
Memphis
Tenn
Simmy Braddock
Pugitium
Maxie Baer Seri
Laura
Lola
Joe Gould
Jimmy
League Leaders By the Associated Treen Including Wednesday's Games
Batting leaders include Medwick Cardinale and Berger. Runs by Galan Greenberg. Hits led by Medwick Herman. Doubles by Herman Allen. Triples to Goodman Suhr. Home runs by Berger and Greenberg. Stolen bases shared by Marlin Galan Worber Almada Reed. Pitching lead Castleman Dean. American League leaders show Yoamik Myer Greenberg Voomik Cronin Stone and Reed.
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Medvick
Cardinale
Galan
Cubs
Keceeences
Berger
Braves
Medwick
Cardinals
Herman
Hreman Cubs
Allen
Phillies
Goodman
Suhr
Pirates
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Dou
Giana
Marlin
Dodger
American Leagor
Yoamik
Indians
Myer
Senators
Greenberg
Tigers
Chapman Yankees
Almada
Red Sox
Tankers
Bridges
Reed the Chassifved Ade
Cavarretta Sought As Bill Terry Hopes For First Base Fix
The Giants boss Bill Terry eyes a capable first baseman to relieve him when needed. He considers Phil Cavarretta of the Cubs and other young players like Joe Malay, with Cavarretta favored for long term fit. Meanwhile Dodgers pitcher George Earnshaw faces umpire backed spitball scrutiny amid fielding complaints over his delivery.
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Chicago Cubs
Bill Terry
New York Giants
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Bill
Bil
Carterella
Joe Malay
Jor
Hid
Henson
Phin
Phil
Creiilla
Charlie Grimm
Giants
Cavarretta
Cubs
Chicago Nigh Cabnol
Natene
Mobile Matron Aims For National Tennis Debut At Forest Hills
Mobile teenager Lila Porter, 21, earns a spot in the 48th annual national women’s tournament at Forest Hills, after a summer circuit that crowned her Alabama and Tennessee titles. Porter, ranked fifth in the Southern Lawn Tennis Association, seeks experience and a strong showing to boost her 1936 bid. She has reached multiple semifinals this season and believes a refined serve and powerful forehand can carry her through tougher competition.
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Southam
Nashville
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Nottes
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Mary June Alden
Chicaga
Sampson Kanralh
Birmingham
Loppin
Te Tennessee
Crucial Series Clatters Path For Big Leagues
As the season nears September, key series loom with the Cardinals and Giants closing on the lead. The Cubs struggle on the road while the Giants hold the top NL pace behind Schumacher’s eight hits. Lou Gehrig’s yardage push adds to NYY’s twin bill split, and Detroit widens its edge with two wins over Boston. Cleveland and Athletica split, White Sox fall to Senators, and Brooklyn tops Pittsburgh 5 to 0 as Barmahow limits the Pirates in a 3-1 series win.
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Red Sox
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Jimmie Fore
Bob Johnson
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Pirates
George Barmahaw
Yesterday's Stars and Notable Baseball Highlights
The column highlights Alvin Crowder and Charley Gheringer and a Tigers win over the Red Sox with Gheringer's triple. Frank Demaree homers and doubles for the Cubs against Philadelphia. Lou Gehrig and Ivy Andrews pace the Yankees with homers and strong baserunning in a doubleheader. George Earnshaw and Jimmie Foxx star in other games. Dizzy Dean shines for the Cardinals against the Braves. Red Kress drives in runs for the Senators in rout of the White Sox. Giants blank the Reds as they chase a tournament win. Also notes Albania title win in Birmingham with versatility in shots.
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Charley Gehringer
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Sports Mirror highlights and archive notes
Thursday a year ago Lefty Gomes shut out Indians with two hits for 21st victory. Three years ago Leo Sexton threw 52 feet 11 inches to approach a world record. Five years ago Mrs Anna Harper and Betty Natali won fins round of U Women’s algae championship.
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Associated Press
Lefty Gomes
Leo Sexton
Anna Harper
Betty Natali
Prize money draws star golfers to Hershey Open
Hershey Pa August 22 AP prize money of 4000 for 72 hole event drew 158 of the nations top players to Hershey Country Club for the third annual Hershey Open. Walter Hagen Henry Picard and many big names from coast to coast contest 48 holes today and tomorrow with a two round final on Saturday. Picard tees off on his home course while Ed Dudley seeks a third win and top money.
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Jimmy Thompson
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Chicago
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George von Eim
Jimmy Hines
Johnny Farrell
Joe Turnesa
Bobby Cruickshank
Ray Mangrun
al Eppinoss
Bill Mehrhorn
Harold McSpaden
Malvern Slugger Tops Ashford Lad in Camp Tilt
In a boxing simulation tournament at Malvern Camp training site, several youths competed with bouts across weight classes. Winners included W.G. Esty over R. Gardner in middleweight, R. Clark over B. Whitaker, Robert Hatcher defeating M. Wise, J. L. Whiddon over RC. Fleming, J. B. Brown losing to W. H. Herman, and a Datunisk Springs clash between B. E. sf and J. M. Grotman. Bantam division saw J. N. Green defeat H. C. Bagley, with others noted in referee decisions.
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Bill) Esty
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M. A. Wise
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J. M. Grotman
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J. N Green
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H. C. Bagley
Anastasis
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Mourning Doves Season Set To Open Oct One
Montgomery authorities report new regulations from the U S Biological Survey set mourning dove season from October 1 to January 18 with daily bag limits of 20. The measure targets limiting shooting of mourning doves and control of firearm types and methods.
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Ang. Gy
U. Adee Biological Survey
Atater
Fiat
Pmy
Quinn
Hugh G Grant Sworn In as U S Minister to Albania
Hugh G Grant of Birmingham was sworn in today as United States minister to Albania. Family members attended the ceremony in Washington with the minister-elect planning to leave for Albania in September.
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Hugh Grant
Birmingham
United States Minster
Albania
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Mothe
William C. Grant
Louise
Will Lane
Furman R McCarthy Draws Bye In Open Draw
Furman R. McCarthy of Itu Als and Osmond Bourwal and Bulaula drew byes in the opening rounds of the tournament, advancing without play.
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Itu Als
Osmond Bourwal
Bulaula
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