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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1947
Page
16
In a dramatic finish the Greenville Lions rally for a 13 12 victory over Troy after trailing early. Manager Sam Demma emphasizes the team’s grit and winning spark as key to staying in the pennant race. The Browns struggle with late leads and frequent errors.
Irish McGee and Prince Omar team up to face the Keene brothers Don and Charley in a Tuesday night tag match at the Dothan arena. The main event features a two falls from three bout between the Keenes and the mean uns. Curtain raiser has Charley Keene vs Prince Omar in a one fall clash. First bout at 8 30 p m at the arena near the overhead bridge on 5 Oates St.
Greenville first baseman Perry Roberts leads in five categories in the Alabama State League through recent statistics, including a .393 batting average. He has 79 RBIs, 24 doubles, 98 hits and 149 total bases. Other leaders include Benny Snow with three triples, Martin with nine Enterprise homers, Turner and Scooter Cagle with 21 steals, and Carlisle of Greenville drawing 52 walks.
Hay Parker of Gadsdenhal bay was added to the Dothan Browns roster. The 22 year old rookie debuts as infielder and may relieve Ceci Watbard at short due to a foot injury. Louis Osbourne, veteran lefty, joined the pitching staff and will be pressed into service immediately.
In the fast loop, the Methodists top the league after a 5-1 run, while Baptists slump to the cellar with five straight losses. Slow loop pace set by Kurgan Patriots, with Kiwanis and Amvets sharing losses. Schedule shows key matchups through July 18 as Rotary and Kiwanis vie in early standings.
The Purple Pirates and Black Boars pace the feadures nivr softball league while the Dothan Eades top the Stoe tadget baseball loop. City Director Crawford Mea ley reported Saturday and events list pool activities, classes, and free transport to the Dothan Recreation Center for residents.
Fragmentary notes show junior and senior softball and midget baseball results with stray team and score fragments. The text mentions Westin fellow WL PCT and Cardinals Rat Sheet, but most details are illegible.
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