Famed Diamond Star James J. Collins Dies at 72
James J. Collins known for revolutionizing third base play died of pneumonia in Buffalo. The former manager of the 1903 Boston Red Sox, first World Series winner, had been hospitalized since February 24. An original 1935 Hall of Fame nominee, Collins had broad support in recent months and remained active in baseball, serving 22 years as Buffalo municipal leagues president after a 19-year professional career with the Braves, Red Sox, and Athletics.
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Jimmy) Colling
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Baseball player Colling leads league in homers in 1898
The text notes Colling as the first to play away from the bag and to develop bunting defense with a lifetime batting average around .208 and a fielding average near .929. In 1898 with the Braves, he led the National League with 15 home runs. Funeral services will be there Tuesday.
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George Washington Wins Southern Conference Title
George Washington University’s Colonials captured the Southern Conference basketball championship by defeating Duke 56 to 40 in the finals. The team, seeded second behind Duke, overwhelmed a Blue Devil lineup that had dominated the conference, despite Duke’s early lead in the game.
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Big Ten Eyes Service Camps For 1940 College Games
Western Conference coaches and athletic directors ended two days of scheduling talks with a general framework to stage games at service camps. Major Griffith urged maximum games at camps as Army and Navy help with expenses, while Notre Dame may move planned nonconference affairs due to travel limits.
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Whitehill Named Coach for Philadelphia Phillies
Earl Whitehill, 43, former pitcher for Detroit, Washington, Cleveland and Chicago, was named coach of the Philadelphia Phillies. The announcement came in manager Bucky Harris absence. Whitehill, who once won 22 games for Washington in 1933, joins a revamped field staff under new owner William D. Cox. Harris retains Chuck Klein as player coach, with Harold Anson Bruce 57 signed as trainer to replace Red Noaller.
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New Fire Truck Maiden Run After Minor Linden Street Blaze
A fire at 208 Linden Street yesterday noon triggered the use of a new fire truck on its first run but crews reported no need for its machinery. The blaze, caused by a blow torch used by planners ignited trash between walls with negligible damage and was quickly extinguished. George Washington led the Colonists to a 30-20 half, while Jim Ranech, among the smallest players, spearheaded the second period with 1 point.
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Could Be Worse Says Connie Mack Plans For Season
Connie Mack says the 1943 Philadelphia Athletics may be better than last year despite war impact. He notes 20 players in service, outlines lineup questions at infield and outfield, and details spring training moves shifting to Wilmington Delaware with rookies Irving Hall and Kid Jonopka among hopefuls, while veteran staff suffer losses to military duty.
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Quentin Roosevelt Wounded In Africa
Quetin Roosevelt, 23 year old grandson of the late President, was wounded February 21 on the Tunisian front. He was standing on a hill watching a German air attack when struck in the back. He was reported in good shape and out of danger two days later. An ROTC Harvard graduate, he had been a forward observer and liaison officer for an artillery unit in North Africa.
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Tyndall Planes Find Long Overdue Bomber
Panama City officials identified wreckage on St George Island as a medium bomber that departed Atlanta Feb 26. Six crew members were named including pilot Edward Bagwell and co pilot Thomas Brown. The missing aircraft was on a routine administrative flight from Atlanta to Tyndall Field.
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Wala: Hope Amid War Hardships
A wartime team speaks of resilience noting that conditions are tough but not unique to them. They acknowledge shared challenges caused by conflict and express cautious optimism to continue with limited resources and faith in eventual improvement.
Derby nominees obscure as Count Fleet tops list
Louisville AP reports the 1842 Kentucky Derby nominees are largely unknown with 110 horses named. Count Fleet leads the field from Mrs John Hertz’s stable, though recent form is limited, while Devil's Thumbs, Bride Rule, Blue Swords and Ocean Wave among others show mixed promise. Captain Zac was destroyed after a February race. eight Boeing-nominated horses give the stable a potential edge amid travel restrictions.
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Football Must Give In To Help Other Sports, Coach Says
UT Austin reports athletic director D X Bible says football must yield practice time to aid baseball, track, and other sports during wartime. He sent star guard Harold Fincher to track, cut football grid sessions, and stressed a well rounded program to support the war effort.
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Phils and Dodgers discuss Baba Dahlgren deal
Philadelphia Phils head William D Cox and Brooklyn Branch Rickey talked Saturday at the Dodgers’ office about trading first baseman Baba Dahlgren. Rickey said he has “some things on the fire,” with Durocher and Harris also showing interest in the veteran. Odds for race contenders including Blue Swords and Ocean Wave were listed eight to one and up to 400 to one for Toss Up.
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