Slugger Earnshaw Trim As Athletics Open Camp
Philadelphia April 10. Slugger Sat Al Simmons, top American League batsman, has signed his contract and pitcher George Earnshaw is reported to be ready for the Athletics opening of the 1931 season. Simmons and Earnshaw are said to be in good shape after spring workouts at Shibe Park and Hot Springs. Details of salaries remain undisclosed amid conflicting reports of one to three year terms. Simmons said his plans with Connie Mack are satisfactory and he aims to start the season strong.
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Helene Madison Seeks 16th American Record In Ohio
Helene Madison, holder of 15 American women’s swimming records, aims for number 16 at the Cleveland Athletic Club pool. She will attempt to beat the 7 59 time in the 50 yard free style set by Martha Novelius, following a recent record at Toledo. Also featured are Georgia Coleman, Ruth Fauntz, Evelyn Kennedy, and Dawn Gilson in related events.
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Cleveland Athletic Club
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Seattle
Toledo
Josphine McKim
Los Angeles Athletic Club
Georgia Coleman
Ruth Fauntz
Evelyn Kennedy
Dawn Gilson
Spring Grid Drills Open At University Vermillion
Spring football drills begin at the University of South Dakota under J D Thomason acting assistant to Stanley Backman athletic director. About 60 athletes report for spring practice as key veterans depart and new sophomores join the Coyotes in a Notre Dame style program.
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Seeded Players Win In River Oaks Play
Houston April 30. River Oaks Country Club hosts a tennis initiation meet with seeded players advancing to semi finals. Seeds Nos 1 5 3 and 2 contest progress as Bruce Bernesa defeats Junior Cohen in a three set thriller. UT squad seeded 5 faces George Lott seeded 2 while Ellsworth Vines seeded 3 plays Clifford Sutter seeded 1.
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Bruce Bernesa
Junior Cohen
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Tender
George Lott
Ellsworth Vines
Pasadena
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Clifford Sutter
Tulane University
Berg To Risk Tithe In With Billy Wallace Tonight
Berg faces a junior welterweight bout against Bly Wallace of Cheyenne in a 10 round fight at City Stadium April 10. Berg aims to showcase defense and reach as he tries to win by decision or late stoppage despite a lean crowd and tough opponent Billy Wallace.
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Elaae
Illinois Track Coach Barry Gill Returns to Illinois
Claire Burcky profiles Barry Gill, longtime Illinois track coach, returning to lead the program after a vacation. The piece compares him to Walter Johnson, notes his teams' 25-year dominance in the Big Ten, and highlights his modest, player-focused leadership and the many Illini champions who thrived under his guidance.
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Homans Seeks Upset Path As North South Meet Advances
The North South amateur golf championship in Pinehurst advances to the semifinals. Eugene Homans of Englewood NJ, the 199 champion, loses yesterday to T Suffern Tailer of Newport NJ who led at the turn and secured a five and four victory. George T Dunlap Jr of New York, medalist, defeats Howard Tryon 7 and 5 and faces J B Ryerson of Cooperstown NC, who won three and one over Richard S Tufts. Tailor and Dunlap emerge as key contenders while other quarterfinals feature Parks Jr Pittsburgh and Wilwon York versus Mezim.
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Browns and Cardinals Open City Series in St Louis
The Browns and Cardinals returned from spring training for a two game set at Sportsman's Park. Cardinals expect to defend the National League title with mostly the same lineup except Ernie Orsatti in left for Chick Hafey. Browns promise several new faces as manager Bill Killefer predicts a better output. Street of the Cardinals expects to retain the league championship.
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Redbirds
Karl Zbyszko Defeats Hanson In Pro Wrestling Bout
In Minneapolis on April 10 Karl Zbyszko 196 of New York defeated 212 pounder Gua Hanson from Cleveland in two straight falls. Zbyszko won the first fall in 16 minutes 10 seconds with a reverse headlock. The New Yorker needed seven minutes 21 seconds to finish the bout with a half Nelson and crotch hold.
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Belanger Whipped By Manle in Denver Match
George Manle defeats Charley Belanger of Winnipeg in a light heavyweight bout in Denver. The fight ended with Belanger fatigued after ten rounds, as Manle pressed the pace and dominated the later exchanges.
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George Manle
Denver
Deneh
Charley Blanger
Winnipeg
Chambce
Ramblers Resume Spring Grid Work at Notre Dame
South Bend spring grid work resumes as Heartley Anderson and Jack Chevigny lead Notre Dame football. Mrs Rockne and school officials decide to continue drills in May after Knute Rockne’s death. Practices will run through the end of May and remain voluntary.
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Ind
Heartley
Hunk" Anderson
Jack Chevigny
Notre Dame
Knute Rockne
Johnny Goodman Bets On New Ball For Big Golf Ambitions
Omaha veteran Johnny Goodman, at 21, embraces a lighter new ball to improve his drive and approach shots as he targets the national open and national amateur titles. He cites his Pebble Beach 1929 victory over Bobby Jones as evidence of enduring talent and plans a full schedule including the Trans Miss and Western Opens with rivals Br. G F Willing and Charley Server among his top contenders.
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Illness Of Lacoste Threatens France In Davis Cup
Paris April 10 Rene Lacoste former French tennis champion is ill and may miss the Davis Cup challenge round this year causing anxiety over France's chances against America. Lacoste underwent appendicitis surgery and faces a long recovery while Cochet Borotra and Brugnon brace the French team for the upcoming ties.
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Rockne Memorial Planned Near Soldier Field in Chicago
Chicago April 10 Mayor Cermak announced plans for a Knute Rockne memorial near Soldier Field. A committee will handle 25 cent subscriptions per person and seek a site from the South Park Board to set up the memorial amid his gridiron triumphs.
Coyotes to Enter Two-Mile Relay Team in Kansas Relays
Vermillion April 19 The University of South Dakota will be represented in the Kansas Relays April 18 by a two mile relay team under plans announced by athletic director W. E. Montgomery Tryouts for berths on the team will be held Saturday He was favorably impressed by Als team winning the North Central Conference mile relay at Minneapolis last week.
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Aberdeen Opens Course Season Next Month
Aberdeen officials expect three new golf courses to open by the first week of May, signaling the start of the season. Local enthusiasts anticipate tournaments at the new venues as spring progresses.
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Aberdeen Golf-Enthusiiasts
Tooul Unk
Ad Liska Undergoing Treatments In Youngstown For Arm
In The Camps of the Major Leagues notes Ad Liska to Youngstown for arm treatment. He remains uncomfortable when throwing, recalling a 1927 back muscle snap that relieved soreness.
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Washington
The
Senators
Shields And Wood Named To Represent U S In Davis Cup
New York April 10 Francis X Shields and Sidney Wood have been chosen to represent the United States in the Davis Cup first round against Mexico and the second round against Canada. Wilmer Allison joins them for the Canada series if Mexico wins. The Mexico matches are May 1 3 and 5 in Mexico City with two singles, doubles, then two more singles on May 5. If victorious the Americans travel to Montreux for Canada May 21 22 and 23. Both players are rising stars with high national rankings and notable wins over top French players.
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Sidney Wood
University of Arizona
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John Doeg
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Christian Boussus
Aliinson
Yankton High Elects Two Athletic Captains
Yankton High School named captains for 1931: Heury um Hladky, a standout halfback and weightman on track, to lead the football squad. Floyd Andy Schenk, center on the undefeated basketball team and top scorer, to lead the basketball team. Chester Beaver named track captain.
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Andy) Schenk
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Exhibition Results Across Cities In A Football Standings
Exhibition results recap from multiple cities including Charlotte N C New York N Chicago AB Washington A Philadelphia N Decatur 1 Detroit A Baltimore LZ Columbus O Boston A 10 Columbus AA Birmingham Cleveland AB Memphis Tenn St Louis N 3 Memphis SA 1 Macon Ga Brooklyn N 12 Asheville N C New York A VW Asheville P 4 Detroit Pittsburgh N Norfolk Va New York N Chicago AL Baltimore Ib Charlotte NM C New York A Charlotte Louisville Clvelad Aux Louisville AA Kansas City Chivaie Nove Kounmes City Aa
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