Unlucky thirteen and enduring coaching eras in sports
Roundup notes a quirky imagined roster for managing a 13th day ball club with stars like Wild Bill Donovan and Rube Waddell, then details longevity records at NYU coaching posts, plus Shaughnessy blaming football for baseball declines. The piece weaves in historic pitchers, players, and anecdotes about races and matches, ending with golf secretary Joe Dey’s reminiscence of beating Earl Eby in a 100 yard dash.
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NEW York
Wild Bmn Donovan
Rube Weddell
Eddie Rommel
Johnny Kling
Hel Chase
Edward C. Foster
Charles
Risberg
J. Franklin
Baker
Fielder Jones
Joseh Devore
William J. Gardner
Gardner
Waddell
Bernie Boland
Detroit
Christy Mathewson
Reda
Joe Dey
Golf Association
Earl Eby
Penn
Feud May Cost Durocher Job As Dodgers Manager
Brooklyn Dodgers manager Leo Durocher faces likely removal after a revolt among players and a three day suspension of star pitcher Bobo Newsom for insubordination. Writers and players say harmony must be restored to salvage the season as the Dodgers struggle amid a wave of changes and other major league results.
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Durocher
Dodgers
Standings and Games From Yesterday and Tonight
American League yesterday Washington 1 5 Cleveland 54 New York 9 8 Chicago 04 Boston 7 2 St Louis 84 First game 12 innings Philadelphia 4 0 Detroit 3 9 Today's Games National League Cincinnati 7 14 Philadelphia 2 Second game called end Chicago 3 4 New York 4 4 Last game 10 innings St Louis 39 Boston 0 8 Second game 11 innings Pittsburgh 24 Brooklyn 26 Today's Games No games scheduled Southern Association Yesterday Atlanta 2 7 Little Rock 8 4 Montgomery 5 0 Memphis 1 3 Nashville 5 Birmingham 2 Second game called end night dark news Knoxville 1 New Orleans 2 Late game postponed Today's Games Knoxville at New Orleans Night Nashville at Birmingham Night Montgomery at Memphis Night Atlanta at Little Rock Night Air Cadet Wayman May 211 Kaat Main Street reported to San Antonio Aviation Cadet Center to begin his preflight pilot training Public relations office announced today.
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Lac “Tippy Durocher
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Bobo Newsom
Durocher
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Cirecter
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Leo
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White Sox
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Alte
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Yanks
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Box
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Mo CandIini
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Senators
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Bob Swift
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Ray Starr
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Nelson Potter
Bob
Doerr
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Renci
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Ernie Lombard
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Cloater
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Max Butcher
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Renamed Lookouts Split Memphis Bill in Doubleheader
The renamed Lookouts swept the Memphis Chicks in a doubleheader at their home park. Torres earned his eleventh win in a 5-1 opener while Veverkin, recalled from the mound, posted a sixth win in the finale as Memphis dropped the second contest 3-0.
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Lookouts
Memphis
All Stars Set To Clash In Philly Classic
Philadelphia hosts the 1950 All-Star Game at Shibe Park as the American and National leagues prepare for a 3 p.m. start. The ballpark is expected to be packed, with 37,480 seats, while bettors favor the American leaguers to continue dominance in these mid-summer showcases.
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Sid Feder
Philadelphia
Mowals
AllStar
Shibe Park
Connie Maccastle
Lehigh Avenue
Quaker City
Reds
Phils
Cincinnati Outfit
Philly
Steels
Billy Southworth
St. Louie
Mort Cooper
Howls Pollet
Ed Chandler
Georgia
Wan Dus
Jon McCarthy
Tiny Ronham
First automatic parking meters debut in Oklahoma City 1935
A report notes that automatic parking meters were introduced in Oklahoma City in July 1935 within the United States. The move marked a shift to automated coin operated parking control across cities and reflects early adoption of city infrastructure modernization.
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United States
Oklahoma City
Ohio
New Orleans Wins Openers In Southern Association Debut
In a tight opener, Vola ties the game late with three singles and two walks. Fox allows two runs as Hill Perrin finishes, aided by a wild pitch and another single for the decisive two-run tally. It marks New Orleans first Sunday night SA game in the city’s history and the win is the 14th for Jesne Danne.
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Ings
Wall
Vola
Fox
Hill Perrin
New Orleans
Southern Association
Jesne Danne
Both Pros Amateurs File For Golf Meet
CHICAGO AP Two amateurs Wilford Wehrle Racine Wis and Bob Cochran St Louis and two professionals Frank Walsh Royal Oak Mich and Harry Cooper Minneapolis are among the first to accept invitations to compete In the Victory National Open Aug 1922. The tournament is sponsored by the Chicago District Golf Association and the Cook County Council of the American Legion. Proceeds will aid wounded veterans. The meet is limited to 32 top amateurs and pros chosen on past records. The 72 hole medal play champion will receive a 1000 War Bond.
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Chicago
Wilford Wehrle
Racise
Wis
Bob Cochran
St. Louis
Frank Walsh
Royal Oak
Mich
Harry Cooper
Minneapolis
Chicago District Golf Association
Cook County Council
The
American Legion
Triplet Pulls Boner In Base Stealing Try
PHILADELPHIA AP A Phillies game against Cincinnati ended 14-2 in favor of Cincinnati. Outfielder Cogker Triplett attempted to steal third base in the third inning with Ron Northey at first. Northey tried to score, but was tagged out. Triplett then attempted to steal home, was ruled off third, and a double play ended the absurd baserunning miscue.
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Rube Melton
Mickey Owen
Brooklyn Star
Chicago Cubs
Ebbets Field
Dodgers
Philadelphia
Brooklyn
Fishermen Return To Use Of Oars
Venice Florida AP reports tarpon anglers return to oar powered boats after gas shortages stopped power craft. The Venice Nokomis tarpon derby was cancelled for this year while anglers pursued Silver Kings in rowboats and several nets caught 100 pounders.
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Venice, Flo
Gasolina
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