Home Runs Push Ott to NL Lead in Strong Show
The New York Giants, led by Mel Ott and slugger Johnny Mize with 14 homers, surged to first in the National League after beating the Chicago Cubs 8-3 at the Polo Grounds. The Dodgers swept Pittsburgh, moving to third, while the Cardinals shut out the Braves and others jockey for position.
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Powerfull Foot Fungicide Ad Boosts Foot Comfort
An advertisement urges readers to buy TEOL at local drug stores. It claims a powerful penetrating fungicide that reaches more germs to kill athlete’s foot itch. The copy promises a 85 cent back offer if unsatisfied and mentions Dothan Drug Co. as the outlet.
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Dothan Legion Nine Wins Three Straight
Dothan's junior baseball team in the Wiregrass District captured their third consecutive win with a 17 11 road victory at Eufaula. Sullivan and Wyatt sparked the offense with three hits each, Brackin and Stinson pitched well, while the Ozarks also won three straight, setting up a look at Troy Friday.
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Randol Extends Streak as 25th Consecutive Hit Tally
Outfielder Lloyd Randol of the Selma Cloverleafs extended his hitting streak to 25 games, reportedly breaking the Southeastern League record. Pending official confirmation, Randol had previously been credited with 23 straight games as Selma beat Jackson 6 to 4. Meridian beat Anniston 6 to 4 while Montgomery edged Vicksburg 2 to 1 in 12 innings.
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Thornton in Tourney Becomes Beauvoir Invitational Entry
Thornton from Dothan and Louisiana State University will enter the Beauvoir Country Club Invitational Tournament beginning in Montgomery Friday.
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Lions Club Secures Second Annual Dothan Horse Show
Dothan Lions Club builds 32 stables at Wiregrass Memorial Stadium to host 65 Southeast horses in 25 classes with 1200 dollars in prizes. Plantation Saddle Horse Association joins to boost entries, while a buffet at Dothan Country Club honors exhibitors.
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National League and American League Baseball Leaders Listed
The Associated Press tabulates league leaders in batting runs and RBIs for both leagues. Key figures include DiMaggio Keller Mize and Slaughter with high batting averages and runs, plus notable pitching leaders Spahn Rowe Newhouser Shea and Hutchinson. Also includes regional league scores and standings from the Alabama state and minor circuits.
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Demaret Tops Meadow Brook Pro Am Final Round
Jimmy Demaret wins Meadow Brook Country Club pro am event with a 69 best round among pros. Dick Metz and Ed Oliver also take laurals as part of a 18 hole medal play in Westbury New York ahead of the Capitol Open in Landover Maryland. Bobby Texe misses top money. May 1 results include Locke with 67 in the pro am segment and Cary Middlecott posting 76.
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Home Run Pace Nearly Reaches MLB Record Mark
The major leagues topped 400 home runs early in the season with 2 1 row clouts pushing the total to 401. National League had 221 homers and the American League 180 as the season passes a quarter. At Yankee Stadium Larry MacPhail and Bucky Harris considered a wire fence in center field.
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Dothan Hosts Andalusia With New Catcher Mac McGuire
The Dothan Browns add eighteen year old Hazel Mac McGuire from Columbia Missouri to face Andalusia. A rookie catcher previously in North Carolina State League and American Legion circuit, he backs up captain Emory Lindsey and is pegged as a capable relief man for the Giants affiliate Limonsey.
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Beaten Browns Skid Toward Cellar With Sixth Straight Loss
Dothan’s Browns dropped their sixth consecutive defeat 7-5 to Troy at Wiregrass Stadium as Johnny Dominey and Lefty Labarr struggled with control. Emory Lindsey, Thrasher, Harkins and manager Rob Benish doubled for Troy. Geneva’s Leslie homered in a 6-5 win over Andalusia.
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Outfielder Zeb Eaton Leads Southern Hitting Pace
Zeb Eaton of the Birmingham Barons surged to league leading hitter status with two hits as the Barons split a series with the Atlanta Crockery. Eaton lifted his average to .387, edging past Ma Lavigne of the New Orleans Pelicans. Boles and Whitaker of Mobile led the mound corps with strong outings.
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Walker Phillies In Deal Of Year Highlight 1947 Returns
Harry Walker, 28, of Leeds Alabama, is praised as a center fielder with a .364 average for the 1947 season. He was once billed as Dixie Walker’s younger brother and made a significant leap from a .237 mark with the St. Louis Cardinals to a top NL bat. The piece notes Walker’s improved hitting late last season and his rising value in Philadelphia discussions.
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Walker’s timely double helps Cardinals in pivotal World Series game
In a 4 1 St Louis victory over Cincinnati Walker sparked the offense with a daring steal and a Kansas loaded triple driving in three runs. He also starred in the field in a standout performance that underscored his impact after a recent trade.
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