National Cage Tourney semi finals reach today at Chicago
In the 1929 National High School tournament at the University of Chicago, Athens Texas and Classen Oklahoma City meet in a semi final with Jackson Michigan and Joel Colorado meeting in the other. consolation games follow. Yankton and Jena had earlier upsets as midwestern and western teams push toward the national trophy.
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Believed A A Race To Be Hot In 1929
Chicago April 6. The chase for the American Association pennant should be close this season says Thomas J. Hickey, veteran president. At least six teams Indianapolis St Paul Minneapolis Milwaukee Kansas City and Toledo are contenders with Louisville and Columbus aiming to surprise. Opening day set for April 16 after spring training tours showed high enthusiasm and strong conditions for a fast race.
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American Association
Water polo bite controversy scandal in East game
A recent East water polo match saw a player bite an opponent after holding him under water. He claimed a prior pinch failed, leading to the bite on the enemy’s hand. Coaches face fan criticism over rules and conduct, with calls to penalize biting and swallowing actions.
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Cubs Favored To Win 1929 National League Pennant
Associated Press reports the 1929 NL season may become a one team race led by the Chicago Cubs after adding Hornsby. Cardinals Giants and Pirates add power, Reds Robins Phillies Braves also improve, but Cubs’ strength looms. Opening weekend April 4-6 may settle early hopes as other clubs seek to challenge.
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Ris ki defeats Otto von Porat in Boston bout
Johnny Ris ko, the heavyweight contender from Norway, beat Otto von Porat in Boston last night. Risko carried the action in every round with rugged infighting while Porat failed to mount a sustained attack.
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Wisconsin Bowling Teams Soar In Upper Ten Standings
In Chicago on April 6 two Wisconsin squads placed in the upper ten of the Ave-man event standings at the American Bowling Congress tournament. Lew Tomber led the Badgers with half the coveted lead positions, while Hendy’s recreation squad from Menasha landed seventh with a total of 3,008 pins.
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National swimmers fail to touch Weissmuller's mark
New York April 6 The indoor swimming championships proceed without Johnny Weissmuller for the first time in years as Walter Spence of Philadelphia and Walter Laufer of Chicago dominate. Spence sets two new records in the 300 yard individual medley and the 230 yard breast stroke while Laufer wins the 100 and 220 yard freestyle, leaving Weissmuller’s marks unattained and the title still up for grabs.
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Glenna Collett Wins North and South Titles in Golf
Glenna Collett of Providence Rhode Island defeated Virginia Van Wie of Chicago by 4 and 3 to add the North and South women's championship to her earlier national title at Pinehurst North Carolina. The victory solidifies Collett as the leading figure in women's golf as the competition concluded yesterday.
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Diamond Debs Look for No Hit Summer Pitcher Prudhomme
Detroit aims for perfection with John Prudhomme, new right hander from Toronto, who previously pitched perfect games in 1927 and 1928 and won 15 games last season. He was acquired from the International League club and is reported to be due for another flawless outing this summer.
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Dakotas Relays Preview From South Dakota State
Brookings April 6 coach Eckberg drills 35 trackmen preparing for the Dakota relays in Sioux Falls May 5 and 6. Jackrabbits enter three college relays with a projected pool of 12 runners. Englemann leads entries in multiple events while Ha Mann and Lyons headline field events as lineups tighten ahead of the meet.
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Everett Comstock Takes Up Duties At Huron Golf Club
Everett Comstock begins as new pro at Huron Golf Club with plans to develop shop, practice rink, and lesson programs for members and non members. He will oversee club services, greens work starts soon, Buick Cup golf tournament set May 1 at the country club course opens April 14.
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Babe Ruth Clears Park For First Home Run Of Camp
In Dallas, Babe Ruth belted his first homer of the 1929 camp in the eighth inning against Dick Schulman’s left handed curve, lifting the ball over right field for a dramatic 12 1 victory. The report notes Dick Schuman and the Yankees offense in a high scoring, mixed exhibition.
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Flying Cap Leads Bunion Derby in Baltimore
Johnny Salo, the flying cap of Passato, led the Bunion Derby in elapsed time in Baltimore. He had finished second yesterday in the Havre de Grace leg, and now holds the top spot ahead of Herbert Hedeman of New York, with Guisto Lek of Italy challenging. Johnny Risko of Cleveland outpointed Oreo Van Porat in Boston.
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Jim Barnes Sails for England to defend Open title
New York April 6 The American race for British Open glory gains pace as Jim Barnes prepares for his tenth straight Open at Muirfield on May 6. He sails after winter practice aimed at reclaiming the form that won the British title in 1925.
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Huron Scalp ers Meet Indians at Onida Races
NEDA April 6. Series of relay events at Huron college features Huron Scalp ers versus Indians in half mile mile and mile relay. Mason College student barred from competition. javelin display and rival posers noted. Contenders include Glanver Hast anid Satrthtek, with riders from Philip and Wetta towns shaping the field.
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State college to host large intercollegiate athletic season
BROOKINGS April n The Times notes South Dakota State college fields at least 175 men in intercollegiate athletics this spring. Football leads with spring practice, baseball, tennis, golf and horseshoe grounds noted. Cy Kasper jokes that remaining male students could join if they want activity.
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