Byron Nelson Wins Los Angeles Open in Unlikely Comeback
Byron Nelson captured the Los Angeles Open at Riviera with a five stroke edge over Benny Hogan finishing 71 50 72 72 285. Sam Snead faded to 30th after a 78 final round as Nelson claimed $2,686.67, his 20th win in 28 majors, ending a 12‑time wait for LA Open title as 30,000 attend.
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Grant Says Aussies Will Hold Davis Cup
Bitsy Grant, veteran Atlanta tennis star, says Australia will retain the Davis Cup this year and perhaps for two or three more. He notes he is back in competition at age 35 after a four year gap and two years overseas, with limited hope of winning titles again.
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Corpal Beats Major At Tennis
In Tampa Florida Billy Talbert Cincinnati top seed opens his Dixe Tennis Tournament journey as Gardnar Mulloy Miami second seed and Frank Guernsee Orlando third seed enter the field. Bitsy Grant Atlanta veteran and former soldier defeats ex army major Keg Toole in the opening round.
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Tigers Look Good In Fast Scrimmage With Cage Veterans
Tigers show improved shooting as they edge an independent five in a swift scrimmage at the Dothan gym. The lineup featured Jim Acree, Ray Henderson, Hubert Weeks, Cullen Weeks, and Earl McGowan. Coach Hovater expects Graceville to win tonight despite limited experience on the squad.
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Phillies Threaten To Leave Cellar
Phillies threaten to abandon their cellar status as General Manager Herb Pennock signals readiness to move from No. 8. He cites failed trades for Marty Marion and Walker Cooper, with Cincinnati showing willingness to deal. Frank McCormick’s move from the Reds balances the Phils infield. Alejo Russell defeats Lt Bill Dorasavage. other foreign entries include Enrique Buse and Javier Fernandez.
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Baseball Official Believes New Year Will Break Records
Chicago based official foresees a record breaking peacetime pennant race as stars return from service. He cites Joe DiMaggio Joe Gordon Johnny Pesky Bob Feller Ted Williams Walter Judnich and a surge of veterans to fill regular jobs. An American League roster of 110 veterans reflects renewed talent as spring camps approach.
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Kentucky Cagers Rout Ft Benning
Kentucky defeated Fort Benning 81 to 25 in Lexington as coach Adolph Rupp emptied the bench after a 35 to 6 halftime lead. Jack Parkinson scored 20 to push his season total to 118, leading SEC scorers while Fort Benning’s Maughan and Feck each totaled five.
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Columbia Teams Split With Slocomb
The Slocomb basketball squads split a senior junior double header with Columbia on Friday night. Slocomb seniors won 28 to 14 while the juniors lost 12 to 3. Carl Enfinger scored 12 to lead Slocomb, Alford led Columbia with eight of nine. Beaman scored 10 for Columbia juniors in their 12 to 3 triumph.
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Hurt School Colonels Face Two-Game Road Trip
Hurt School Colonels travel to Opp High School Bob Cats for varsity and B games Wednesday. Friday they face Lu Verne High School in a Big Six clash at Lanier Court. Coach Tubby Williams rebuilt the team with two lettermen Sonny Hall and Woody Battan guiding a young lineup.
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McCarthy Sees Plenty In Yankee Camps This Season
Yankee manager Joe McCarthy spoke at a press conference in New York about Florida training camps and the challenge of selecting a 25 man roster from about 70 players. He expected 35 candidates at St Petersburg and Bradenton and noted many strong players may end up in farm clubs.
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Dixie Howell Seeks Florida coaching post in 1946
Dixie Howell former Alabama star and Navy trainer says he has applied for the Florida coaching job. The 33 year old commando sparks praise for strategy and pass offense from Frank Thomas era. Howell, visiting Dothan, plans to meet coaches in Tuscaloosa before starting work in a few weeks. He is on terminal leave, due to discharge February 11.
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Theatre Listings Include Wide Range of Film Titles
The schedule shows today through Sunday screenings featuring stars like Wadia Brackin Veronica Laks Paul Henreid Maureen O Hara Jimmie Wakely Lee White Merle Oberon Claude Rains Jack Hley Helen Walker Rudy Vallea Rita Great Garson Gregory Peck Abbott Costello Kay Aldridge Dave pane Curly Fox Texas Ruby Gloria Jean Charles Starrett Dub Tallor Martha O Driscoll Nancy Kelly William Gargan Tex Ritter Nancy Kelly Buster Crabbe Judy Canova Rosa Hunter Peggy Ryan and more, with multiple double features and special appearances across weekdays and weekend nights.
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Notable Baseball Figure Seeks Veteran Insight for Postwar Plans
A sports leader candidly discusses evaluating older players for potential returns and the risks they pose to a postwar lineup. He cites possible declines among veterans and warns writers against speculative plans for star Joe Gordon, signaling careful, data driven decisions ahead.
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