Bantam Ben Hogan Sets Sights On Comeback Glory
The article honors Ben Hogan nicknamed Bantam Ben as he battles back from a near fatal crash to contend in the National Open. It notes his past dominance, ultimate comeback in a tie with George Fazio and Lloyd Mangrum, and public suspense over whether the Texan will retire or continue competing at golf’s highest level. It highlights his frail frame, fierce determination, and fans awaiting his next move as he defies odds and aches while pursuing major titles.
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Bogan
Ben Hogan
Bobby Jones
Ben
Hogan
Augusta
Bantam Ben
George Fazio
Lloyd Mangrum
Mangram
Moakas
Bantryn
Aritty
Bobby
New Swimming Class Slated In Afternoon
A new beginner swimming class is added by the Do Han Recreation Department. Rip Hewes says today swimmers meet at the recreation center at 2:30 PM and will be taken to Newton pool for the session. Classes are supervised by Red Cross trained instructors with activities for school-age children learning to swim. A separate schedule lists morning beginner sessions at Porters and Napier Field pool, and adult classes at Porters.
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Recreation Center
Newton
Porters
Clausea
Napier Field
Hewes
Clauser
Red Croas
Dothan Browns Sign New Rookie Fielder Denman
The Dothan Browns plan to add outfielder Bill Denman this week possibly tonight. The 20 year old lefthanded hitter from Texas City Texas weighs 206 pounds and has college experience plus a month in a pro league. He will shore up the outfield as pitchers work with the team after recent retirements and roster moves.
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Bill Denman
Dothan Browns
Matt” Hedge
Texas City
Tex
Denman
Jake More
Dick Coalex
Sidney Lanier Wins In Baseball Tourney
Sidney Lanier High of Montgomery defeated Montevallo 1-0 to sweep the best of three series and win the Alabama high school baseball championship. Pitcher Marvin Bowers blanked Montevallo as Lanier scored on Billy Sansom’s double driving in JT Hughes in the sixth. Lanier previously won the series opener, earning a berth to the seven state Southeastern tournament in Turcatonza June 22-24.
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Lanier High
Alabama
Montevallo
Marvin Bowers
Lanier Aly
Horace Eddings
Lamer
Billy Sansom
JT Hughes
Hughes
Montgomrey Cluhe
Turcatonza
NODO
Lanner
Eddings
Stone
Bowete
Herning
Ozark's Springer Stops Brown Bombers In Six-Hitter
Ozark pitcher Tommy Springer polished a six hit shutout to beat Dothan 4 to 1, with Gene Clark earning the win for Springers opposition. Dothan's Cobb led the offense with three of their four hits as Ozark mounted early damage and relief defense turned two double plays. Andalusia defeated Enterprise 7 to 8 in a late rally, while Headland fell to Brewton 7 to 2 as Brewton moved up in the standings with strong hitting and Kimball going the distance.
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Tommy Springer
Dothans
Big Guns
Sig
Easyir
Lal
Gene Clark
Dothan
Clark
Browns
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Greenville Pirates
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Jim Colley
Jake Moore
Charlie Fenner
Ozark
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Moore
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Awinger Colles
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Goode Feiner
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Nee
Ange
Springer Boon
G. Dorsey
Mayn
Andalusia
Enterprief
Arrows
Enterprise
Andalusa
Dave Hataway
Jim Drimmer
Selferige
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Venel
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Be-Collinat Lawn
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D Taylor
Wartames
Yankees Weigh Trade Deadline Pitcher Bid In Detroit Feud
The New York Yankees seek a pitcher before the Thursday deadline as Detroit rises in form after beating the Yankees and sweeping Boston. The article notes Don Johnson’s injury and Yankee pitching woes while Detroit edges ahead in the standings with a sizzling pace and a 1/2 game behind New York in the American League race. It also mentions other league moves, including the Red Sox struggles and Brooklyn’s late-season push.
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New York
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Relph Houl
Gue Niar
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Sox
Cleveland
Chicago
St Lows
Bolton
Browns
Washington
Branch Rickey
Brooklyn
Ebbery Field
St ‘Ows
Eddie Dyers
Cardinals
Sportsmans Park
Philadelphia
New York Giants
St. Louis
Fitsburgh
Lee Durocher
Philadelphia Phils
St Louis
Cubs
Pittsburgh
Umpire McGowan Rates Cobb Greatest Player Ever
New York AP report notes Bill McGowan, veteran AL umpire since 1928, calls Ty Cobb the greatest ballplayer he has seen. He praises DiMaggio, Williams, Ruth and Cobb, recounts Cobb’s power and baserunning, and mentions McGowan’s long umpiring career and winter school. Braves face Reds in three games looming tonight.
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NEW York
Bill McGowan
DiMaggio
Ted Williams
Mike Willams
DiMagmo
Mee Gowan
Cobb Basile
Associated Press
Cobb
Ruth
Fant
McGowan
Florida
Hosiery and Lawyers Lead Softball League Standings
Hosiery Mills beat Kimsey-Brannan 17 to 2 in the Fast League, lifting the Hosiery Miller club atop the circuit as the game ended in the seventh. In the Lion League, the Lawyers moved to first with an 8 to 1 win over Cosby Hodges, Kellerman and Metanish handling the catching duties. Standings and tonight's matchups listed.
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Lawyerr
Corby Hodges
Cosby Hodges
Ket. Slerman
Cosby-Hodges
Skeen
Cherry
Kellerman
Metanish
Daytona Lifeguard Hooks 27-Pound Bass From Surf
Daytona Beach fisher Chamberlain, a lifeguard on duty, hauled a 27 pound bass from the sea after a two minute struggle near a sand bar. He carried it ashore but the catch cannot be entered in the current Daytona Beach fishing rodeo due to damaged hands.
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Enfeguarad
Chamberlain
Chambérlain
Chamberlains
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