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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1946
Page
5
Dodgers manager Leo Durocher hints Walker is out if Pete Reiser signs, as Hermanski and a young service recruit push for spots. Reiser holds out and Durocher rebuilds with youth, while Walker’s high prewar pay disputes loom over Brooklyn. Subzero drills and Navy oil testing occupy other news.
Mexico City AP report says Bobby Feller, Cleveland ace, is offered 300000 over three years to jump to the Mexican League, earning 100000 per season. Promoter Jorge Pasquel touts plans for a 2 million baseball city by 1948 and targets stars like Greenberg and Williams. He vows to fight organized baseball and says Luque may manage Puebla.
Fort Lauderdale Florida AP Billy Southworth, top manager by winning percentage, says the St. Louis Cardinals can be beaten this season. He notes Walker Cooper’s trade weakens the Cards and doubts Johnny Beazley and Howie Krist would meet lofty expectations. He praises Johnny Hopp and predicts a highly competitive year, with the Braves attempting to win the pennant after Boston last led the National League in 1914.
A 12-team gold medal basketball tournament will be held at Columbia High School gym Friday and Saturday featuring independent squads from Florida and Alabama. Elimination rounds start Friday noon with finals Saturday night. medals awarded to top teams, individual stars, high scorer, and sportsmanship winners.
Gabby Marek of Harvey Illinois defeated Jeff Clanton of Buffalo in the semifinals and Ezra Gondertam of Huntington West Virginia in the final to win the heavyweight title at Madison Square Garden. Marek dominated with two quick knockouts and claimed his third straight win in the three day tournament amid a crowd of 18 758. Other champions include Asuncion Llanos Puerto Rico 112 pounds Adalfo Calderon 118 pounds Joe Barone Pittsburgh 126 pounds Rafael Benitez Puerto Rico 138 pounds Cliff Hart Washington.
A life insurance product promises complete lifetime income for sickness and full hospitalization coverage. The offer emphasizes broad protection, aiming to secure ongoing financial support during medical needs and long-term health events.
Miami AP reports Harper of Portsmouth and Kerner of Akron as a dark horse pair in the $7,500 Four Ball golf race opening in Miami. Navy veterans, they recently shone in upsets, facing tough foes in early rounds while seasoned teams like Nelson McSpaden and Hogan Demaret loom as favorites.
Byron Neisem, former Fort Worth caddy, admits a swing fault and hook in his game. He began practicing in Miami as readers await answers about mistakes and improvement.
Honolulu, capital of ibs Tats, is described as a city near notable lands including ra Island to the south and Eure Island about one mile northwest, with Hawes detailing a 2100 site context.
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