Inter sectional football idea sparks southern-state stun hit
The Eagle reproduces an editorial from The Decatur Daily proposing an annual Dothan Decatur football classic to foster sportsmanship. Dothan coach Rip Hewes supports the plan though schedules block immediate games. Roy Knapp laments the season outlook, while coaches hype and warn that bold predictions stir kickoff countdown.
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New Orleans Pelicans Return to Southern Lead
The New Orleans Pelicans reclaim the Southern Association top spot with series wins and a 6-5 victory over Chattanooga. Nashville’s Vols aided by beating Mobile 5-2 and 4-0, while Atlanta crushed Memphis 6-1 and 4-1 and Birmingham edged Little Rock 4-3.
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Emory Perry Leads Browns Sale Effort to West
Emory C. Perry a consulting engineer announced he heads a group aiming to buy the St. Louis Browns or another club for possible transfer to the Pacific Coast. The plan would move the franchise west if a suitable team is found and approved.
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Dothan Browns Rally To Beat Troy 16-12 In Last Hour
Dothan Browns erased a wide Troy margin with a six run eighth inning rally and a four run burst, securing a 16-12 win in Troy. Marcus Davis earned the victory over Hartzell as Dothan moved within a game of first place while Geneva topped Andalusia 7-4 to stretch their lead.
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Pace Letters At Plate On Mound Hold Leads As Playoff Approaches
Alabama State League notes show Perry Roberts of Greenville leading in batting with .384, 140 RBIs, 201 hits, 292 total bases, and 45 doubles. Joe Beauger of Brewton heads pitching with 20 wins, while Max Peterson of the Lions has 20 wins and 248 strikeouts. Other leaders include Archipoli with 23 homers and Catchings with 117 runs.
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Baseball Results From Tri County League
Eufaula plays Abbeville and Louisville meets Newville in Tri County League games. In City Softball League tonight Hosiery faces Amvets and Kingan competes with Kiwanis in a busy local sports slate.
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Moseley Leads Air Force Golf Tourney at Maxwell Field
Capt Fred Moseley of Norfolk Va fired a seven under par 65 to lead 175 Air Force golfers entering the second round of qualifying at Maxwell Field. Defending champion Col Jim Wilson of Toledo was three back after a 68 with Moseley opening strong on the front nine. S/Sgt Richard Taylor of Phoenix was third at 70, while Sgt Chester Sealey of Gallipolis and First Sgt Robert Young of Fort Slocum fired 71s and Col Kyle Riddle posted 72.
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Amateur Nines Begin Playoffs
A 17 team field opens the 1947 National Amateur Baseball Federation junior championship in Dayton. Louisville, the 1945 champions, hosts Peru as Detroit Sams faces Atlanta in a twilight game. Cleveland earned a first round bye. Peoria Jr. is admitted by special vote to play Youngstown.
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Dothan Bombers Shutout Malone 5-0 in 11 innings
Dothan Bombers defeated Malone 5-0 in 11 innings at the Marianna air bag. Matley threw three hits for Dothan with Motly and Week pairing on the mound. Dothan pulled ahead in the 12th, collecting 10 hits with solid defense as Tyler homered and Nogberg added two hits while Henderson doubled.
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