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Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1947

Page

4

Yankees Open World Series With Four Straight Talk Rumor

In New York the Yankees won opener 5-3 as Abe Reynolds was listed to start game two against the Dodgers. Vic Lombardi was favored for Brooklyn, but Pitcher roster uncertainty lingered before game time. Branca lasted five innings before Yankee rally sparked by Tin Dell and Henrich.

New York Yankee Bucky Harris Abe Reynolds Oklahoma Dodgers Burt Shotton Brooks Vic Lombardi Dodger Shotton Bianca Ralph Yankees Yanks Brooklyn Jackie Robinson Joe DiMaggio Branca Johnny Tindell Tommy Henrich Robinson Specifhes Jackie Pete Reiser Larry Berta Reiser Shea Phil Hizzuto Dixie Walker Dr. Maxzio Peewee Reese George McQuinn Billy Johnson Lindell Ans DiMaggio Phil Rizzuto Hank Beheman Bobby Brown Warris Incing Brown Jouchson George Stirnweiss Tadell Edward Brooklyn Dodgers Yankee Stadium Ed Rommel AP Wirephato

Baseball Scores Roundup From AP Yesterday

World Series New York 5 Brooklyn 3 to lead 1-0. Dixie Series Houston 13 Mobile 2. Pacific Coast Playoffs Oakland 2 San Francisco 6 after two games. Los Angeles 2 Portland 1 in 11 innings. Los Angeles leads 1-0. Milwaukee 4 Syracuse 3 in 10 innings. Syracuse leads 2-1.

Associated Press New York Brooklyn Milwaukee Syracuse

Dixie Series Sees Buffs and Bears Tied Two Wins Each

The Houston Buffs of the Texas League and Mobile Bears of the Southern Association enter the fifth Dixie Series game tied at two wins each. The mobile squad seeks momentum as the series shifts to the next to improve their standing.

Mobile Houston Buffs Mobile Bears

Young Junior High Opens Week Against Midland City Bees

The Young Junior High knack for football tests Midland City Thursday afternoon at Midland City Stadium. Dothan’s junior Tigers face the Green Wave in a varsity and junior clash withprobable starters listed for both teams.

Young Junior High Midland City Midland City Bees Tigers Holtvile Bulldogs Wire Brass Stadium Dothan Pensacola Crawford Mosley Roy Knapp Green Wave Dothan Bees Knapp Mosley Midland City Reds Dean Thompson Buffin Tarckies D York King Borland Riley Center Windham Bacs Stevens Thalwards Woodham Pilcher Harris Gillis Ramseve Zbinden Mowell Center Church Arris Givins Creel Wilkes

Posey Named Head Coach at South Georgia College Douglas

Wyatt Posey, former University of Georgia tackle and Wiregrass athlete, is appointed head coach at South Georgia College in Douglas, Ga. The Douglas announcement notes Posey’s Army service, leadership as a captain, and prior coaching direction. Reading the roster for this season list Carroll Oakley Roney of Newville and Robert Knowles of Headland under Posey’s new staff.

Wyatt Posey Newvilleand Headland University of Georgia South Georgia College Douglas William $. Soorth Georgia Bulldog Cgeorgia Wally Butts Posey Army Ele Douuglas Carroll Oakley Roney Newville Robert Knowles Clevie Posey Route Two Lou Ellen Posey Business College Dothan

Houston Triumphs Over Bears Behind Papas Four-Hit Effort

Houston blasted the Bears for Whits and a 13-2 traumon last night. Al Pappy Papas scattered four Mobile hits to gain credit for the victory. Roy Holes started for the Bears but exited in the second after two walks and two earned runs. Hoy Whitaker relieved and was lifted for Paul Munner after the first.

Houston Bears Whits Traumon al “Pappy Papas Roy Holes Hoy Whitaker Paul Munner

Tulane Faces Tech In Sugar Bowl Showdown

Tulane and Georgia Tech, both unbeaten in the SEC, prepare for a Sugar Bowl clash in New Orleans. Tulane’s Sulla and Fraka’s strategy loom as Tech relies on Still after a decisive 27 to 0 win over Tennessee. LSU and Georgia also prep for pivotal games as coaches evaluate lineups and plans.

Atlanta Henry Froka Tulane Green Wave Jim Sull Sut Freaka Georgia Tecnu Yellow Jackets New Orleans SEC Proka Harry Gilmer Flea Vulane Brain Trust Aimetiean Harry Cgreeenies Alabama Sulla Tech Tennessee Volunteers Bobby Dodd

Stage Hatching Heauty Contest Chooses Nations Vealiy Queen

Thursday 8:18 pm on stage features a hatching Heauty contest to select the Queen of the Nations Vealiy Festival. Saturday highlights include Big Road on Tumbleweed Trail and Preston Foster with Gail Fatrick in King of Wild Horses. Tonight and Thursday headline Ray Milland and Teresa Wright in The Imperfect Lady.

Heauty Preston Foster Gail Fatrick Ray Milland Teresa Wright The

Alabama Favored In Vandy Clash

Vanderbilt hosts Alabama in a high stakes clash after both teams posted strong results. Coach Red Drew expects a tougher fight from Vanderbilt while Red Sanders warns of Alabama's diversified attack and improved lineup. Both squads report no serious injuries and aim for a competitive matchup at Dudley Field.

Nashville Tenn Vanderbilt Northwestern Commodores Alabama Tulane Red Drew Drew Vandy Dudley Field

Rebels Clash with South Carolina in Memphis Showdown

In Oxford Mississippi coach Johnny Vaught hones the Nowe Dame style offense as Mississippi Rebels chase a Memphis clash with South Carolina. The Rebels hold two conference wins atop the loop standings while Mississippi State eyes an intersectional tilt with Michigan State. Auburn eyes Little All-America candidate Ed Harelson of Louisiana Tech as Kentucky Florida and Tennessee continue practice.

Butts Oxford Miss Johnny Vaught Mississippi Rebels South Carolina Memphis Mississippi State Michigan State Auburn Ed Harelson Louisiana Tech Florida Kentucky

Moultrie Packers Win Southeast D Pennant

The Moultrie Packers defeat Gainesville 4 to 3 to clinch the Class D baseball championship in the Southeast region. Walter Lentz pitched the victory as Moultrie earned their fourth interleague win to seal the title after a seven-game series.

Moultrie, Ga Moultrie Packers Gainesville Walter Lentz Packers Gaspesville

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