Sharkey Regains Heavyweight Crown After Dramatic Nod
New York June 22, 1944 Edward J. Neil reports Jak Sharkey is officially heavyweight champion at last after a paradoxical career. The federation of 70,000 fans at Madison Square Garden saw a decisive win, though questions linger about the challenger Max Schmeling and Sharkey's tempered, aggressive style through a grueling fight.
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Too Much O'Donnell In Golf Tournament
In ONeill Nebraska a golf tournament closed with Hugh O'Donnell son of James P. F O'Donnell defeating Harry Houston of Plainview to win the championship. James Kirtrel won a separate honor while BE O'Donnell, brother of James, claimed top honors in the second flight.
Experts See Teuton Robbed Of Title In Fierce Bout
Newspaper voices from Runyon Wallace Vidmer and Richards argue Schmeling deserved a draw or better after the heavyweight title fight. Mayor Walker weighed in, praising Schmeling but noting controversy over the decision.
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Fresh Meadow Course Promises Real Test for National Open
The article previews a national open golf tourney at Fresh Meadow Country Club noting Myriad traps and bunkers demand accurate shots on a fade friendly course. With 150-odd entrants from across the country plus Japan England and Argentina, players face tough holes including a single water hazard on the par four sixth.
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Sharkey Offered 5100,900 For Heavyweight Title Bout
Reno reports Leonard Sacks, Gemeres advisor, says a $5,100,900 purse was proposed for a heavyweight championship fight for Jack Sharkey in Reno. Sacks notes Gemeres would enter a separate bout with King Levinsky of Chicago and Mix Baer of California, with Dempsey acting to release duties.
Sharkey Wins Heavyweight Title In Orchestrated Break
Alan Gould reports Sharkey defeated Max Schmeling in Boston after 15 rounds to claim the world heavyweight championship on a 2 to 1 decision. The win surprised many as Schmeling was favored and experts doubted Sharkey’s late surge, with Humphries declaring him winner amid public astonishment.
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Peyton Plans Shift For Return Tilt On Carthage Diamond
Coach Peyton unveils an altered offense to offset defensive gaps as the Boosters prepare for a return tilt at Carthage. A rearranged batting order will debut Thursday, aiming to spark newcomers and set the lineup for Sunday at Watertown. Batting averages show a slump while leaders shuffle positions and Peyton contemplates mound duties and rest for key players.
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Three Lead In AYP Loop As Week Looms In June
HARROLD June 22 Speei h t With Harrold Miller and Gettysturyg still lead ing the parade in the AYP league interest runs high as leaders face weaker rating teams next Sunday's games This weeks lineup includes Agar at Gettysburg Harrold at Fort Pierre Pierre at Ree Heights and Miller at Oniada Pierre won 7 to 2 against Agar breaking a 3 game set streak and moving into sixth place with a .500 average Standings show Harrold Miller Gettysturyg and Pierre among top teams with several clubs yet to reach 3 games played.
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Dizzy Dean Leads Cardinals Past Giants 5 1 in Return
Dizzy Dean repeats and wins 5 1 for the St. Louis Cardinals over the New York Giants after returning to the fold, blanking eight innings before Mel Ott and Frank Hogan rallying in the ninth. Cubs crush Phillies 12 3 as Boston falls. Brooklyn tops Pittsburgh 9 2.
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Minneapolis Lead Fades in Tight American Association Rally
Chicago dated report notes a close race for the league lead as Minneapolis, Columbus, and Indianapolis trade victories. Milwaukee falls to Minneapolis twice, while St Paul stops Toledo Mud Hens. Slim Harriss stars for the Saints with a 10 9 win in the nightcap. Kansas City and Louisville split games, Blues taking the day game 9 1, Colonels evening win 8 4.
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Rail Golfers Near End Of First Round
In the C. and N. W. railroad championship golf tourney first round play nears completion with two matches left. Brett Gottschalk replaces Bill Neilsen in an upper bracket bout against Ey Daum. Ted Scheaffer faces Bill Waxweiler as town withdrawals affect the field. Neigen, 1931 city runner-up, will captain the railroad squad to be chosen from lower-rated players in this progress. Handicaps will be computed from cards turned in at the club house this week.
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Finish Second Round In Buick Tournament
Harlan Hedblom reached the Huray country club Huck cup quarter finals by defeating Carl Vaitt 1 up. Tonight is the second round deadline as others in the lower brackets plan to finish matches. Dr H L Saylor vs Bob Smith and Dr C R Stewart vs Dr J C Shirley are scheduled. W L Weir and Boyd Benson must settle their second round match by coin flip after a draw. Sammy Slaughter of Terre Haute outpointed Ray Tramblie of Rockford, Illinois.
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Fast Eleven Looms for State Expects to Have Fast Eleven
Brookings dispatch reports State college football fangs draw comparisons with rival camps as freshman linemen and backs prepare for the fall. Joe Pichal leads a 195 pound line with speed, joined by Kummer and Harold Rott in the inner spots and a host of freshmen like Whaley Steffen Tucker Arndt vying for guard tackle and end roles. Strong contenders Messner Ginsberg Kor tan Olson and Platte push for starting berths as graduation opens wing posts and forward wall jobs.
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Americans Win In Tennis Play at Wimbledon
The American tennis team at Wimbledon secured several victories as Frank Shields, Sidney Wood, Wilmer Allison, John Van Ryn, and Gregory Mangin advanced in singles. Helen Wills Moody and Helen Jacobs led in women’s singles while L. A. Harper of California lost in the opening round to Kath leen Steenan. Ellsworth Vines progressed to the third round after a four set win, facing Harry Hopman next.
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Slaughter Wins in Indianapolis Boxing Card
In Indianapolis last night Slaughter defeated opponent in a ten round boxing match. The card featured Rockford and Terre Haute participants with Roy Tramblie also noted among the contenders. The report highlights a clear victory for Slaughter and details of the bout's rounds.
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Marksmen Finish Shooting In 1932 Traps Tournament
Redfield hosts a three day traps event, with Frank Richards and George Kreger leading South Dakota sportsmen. Kreger defends doubles title after a 19-pair field, Vermillion pair Williams and Richardson tie for amateur handball honors, Mescher sets singles record with 197 of 200, and Chynoweth triumphs in Brooks event.
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Owlers Win D-Ball Title In Early Half Victory
The Oilers surged with a first inning three run lead and steadily expanded their margin. Key hits from Schaeffer and Cullavan powered the Oilers offense while Ballis held the Elks to six hits. Seven Elks errors aided Oilers, who claimed a decisive win as Rollins limited Elks scoring to a sixth inning outburst.
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Juniors And K O C Nines Clash Tonient
Rain delayed scheduling as Juniors and K O C Nines face off at C N venue to satisfy ticket holders for Sunday Haron Radfeld contest. Plans for out of town game or double bill with junior teams under discussion. Redfield juniors may play Sunday, Broadland Lucky Strikes at State Fair Grounds versus BonFAIRMONT.
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