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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1945
Page
14
Springfield Illinois harness racing fans forecast a revival of interest and the creation of a national wagering center through legalized harness pari mutuel betting. Governor Green's signature is awaited for legislation passage by the General Assembly. Sponsors say it will draw top competition to tracks in Chicago Aurora Du Quoin and Springfield.
St Louis moved within three games of the first-place Cubs with a 7 6 win over Chicago. George Dotkins and Red Matheny delivered key hits as the Cardinals rallied, while Chicago’s pitchers faced early trouble and late surges.
In Selma Alabama Marty Packard of Tuscaloosa won the Sel tos Country Club Invitational against Bill McWain of Birmingham, 2 and 1, to claim the championship. McWain edged Cecil Cothran of Greensboro 2 and 1 in the semifinals to reach the final. Packard defeated Press Thornton of Dothan 5 and 7 in the other semifinal. Other flight placers included J. W. Wright of Tuscaloosa and Joe Williams of Atlanta with top finishes in the event.
Mrs. Zaharias, Mildred Didrikson Zaharias, wins the Western Women's Open golf title in Indianapolis, defeating Dorothy Gertgin of Philadelphia 4 and 2. The defending champion, whose mother died in Los Angeles, bursts to the lead on the front nine then holds off a late rally by Germain to seal victory.
Pavot, the 1944 juvenile champion, surged from off the pace to win the 77th Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park by six lengths over Lt. Col. James M. Roebling's Wildfire with Jeep third. Eddie Arcaro rode the Walter Jeffords colt to a 2:30 1-5 mile and a half, earning $52,675 of the $7,750 purse. Jeep, ridden by Arnald Karlin, faded to third as Pavot boosted his career earnings to $246,735 across 31 races.
A chaotic bout ends with the champion poised to tease a move as the clock nears the end. Park Roave hosts the finale where Bale turns a trick, Miley Gertngin records a decisive score in the late 700s.
The Victory National golf championships open Wednesday at Calumet Country Club with a strong field led by defending champions Johnny Revuelta and Lt. Patty Berg. Contenders include Wie Revolta Berg, Byrn Nelson, Mrs. Baye Diderkson Zaharias, Jag McSpaden, Dorothy Germain, Jimmy Thomson, Betty Jameson and Phyllis Otto. The pro-amateur tile is a prelude to the men’s Victory National Open as Steve Kovach turns professional.
Byrd shoots a record eight under par 64 at Plum Hollow to lead Byron Nelson by one stroke in the club’s invitational big hole golf tournament. Nelson posts 68 for 144 total, with Wood, McSpaden, and others close behind as play continues through 72 holes.
Memphis AP reports no decision on the Southern Association All Star game until around July 4 with officials expressing doubt a ruling will be made before then. President Brive Evans notes the event setup and host team selection remain unsettled as talks continue about venue and scheduling.
Memphis AP reports the manpower shortage on the Southern Association remains the worst since the war began. New Orleans Pelicans manager Franco Thompson notes nearly every club is below wartime standards, with possible exceptions for two teams.
Local sports note summarizes Dothan Ice Cream finishing second and details a Tuesday game. The article references race standings, percentages, and menu items like eggs and macaroni, with scattered OCR errors and unclear names.
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