Close Finish In Both Major Leagues Appears Sure
The Tigers widened their AL lead by defeating the St. Louis Browns 6 to 3 as the White Sox fell to the Indians 8 to 3. Earl Whitehill earned his ninth win for Washington in a 9 to 5 victory over Boston, while the Pirates beat the Cubs 6 to 5 aiding the Giants. Dizzy Dean earned win number 11 as the Cardinals beat the Reds 7 to 5 in 95 degree heat. Cantwell and Zachary contributed in the Dodgers 4 to 2 win over the Braves.
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Reds
Tom Zachary
Cantwell
Dodgers
Braves
Standings and Schedule Contrasts Across Leagues
Today's games feature Boston at New York, Brooklyn at Philadelphia, and Chicago at Cincinnati. Earlier results show Detroit 6 over St Louis 3 and Cleveland 8 over Chicago 3 with Washington 9 defeating Boston 5. The schedule lists Philadelphia New York and New York at Washington along with Boston at Philadelphia and Cleveland at Detroit.
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Louis
Bachman and Thom Lead Coaching Poll for All Star Title
With three days of voting to go, the coaching poll for the all star college football team lists seven contenders. Charles Bachman of Michigan State leads with 678,598 points, while Frank Thomas of Alabama is close behind with 576,561 points.
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Charles Bachman
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Bate
Frank Thomas
Alabama
Fights Last Night Full Card From New York and Midwest
Wesley Ramey of Grand Rapids outpointed Bucky Keyes of Jersey City in New York. Ellis Bradley of Quincy outpointed Henry Rothier of East Moline. Armando Sicilia of Springfield outpointed Merle Thompson of St Louis. Bobby Fonza of Quincy knocked out Ooie Merritt of St Louis. Bert Ellis of Quincy stopped Spider Kaderbach of St Louis.
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Grand Rapids, Mich
Bucky Keyes
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Quincy
Ellis Bradley
Henry Rothier
East Moline
Armando Sicilia
Springfield
Ill
Merle Thompson
St. Louis
Bobby Fonza
Ooie Merritt
Bert Ellis
Spider Kaderbach
Battle for first in Middle Atlantic league heats up
Pensylvanians cling to a one game lead as Johnstown Daly ton and Dayton win to p ursue top spot. Johnstown defeats Beckley 9 2 while Dayton earns 11 5 over Huntington. Beckley edges closer after Rich homers but seven errors costly. Zanesville 4 Portsmouth 3 as Butzberger scores on a passed ball. Charleston 6 Akron 1 behind Eddie Lee five hitters.
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Hahan
Zanesville
Charleston
Eddie Lee
Field of 17 Entered In Arlington Futurity
A field of 17 two year olds contest Arlington Park's Futurity for the winner’s share of about 60,000 added. Western stars edge in closing feature as Coldstream Deblator Everglade trio Fighter Sangreal Forever Yours are strong choices. The gross value nears 60,000 with around 45,000 awarded to the victor.
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Tomorow
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Grafton Potters Face Key West Virginia League Test
Tomorrow the Grafton Potters battle the Cubs with Keener on the mound as they fight to stay in the West Virginia League race. Abie and Tramontina, with a strong supporting lineup including Shriver, Robinson, McKinney, Jones, Pugh, and others, aim to prove the club’s resilience while planning for a potential closed park and future league viability amid wider regional teams and park debates.
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If. Tiberi
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O Fitton
Frank Shields Returns To Reenter Tennis War
After eight months in Hollywoods film colony Frank Shields returns to the east for tennis wars. He enters the eastern grass court championships at Westchester Country Club seeded No 3 behind Sidney Wood and Frank Parker. Shields seeks the eastern grass title after last year losing in the semifinals to George M Lott.
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Olympic Committee Defends American Berlin Participation
The American Olympic Committee led by Avery Brundage pledges to defend U S athletes’ Berlin participation amid opposition from Jeremiah Mahoney who demands proof of German racial discrimination. Brundage notes protests from Jewish groups and says decisions will come after the winter AAU convention in New York.
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Frankie Klick Sets Sights On August Victory
Frankie Klick, the San Francisco fighter, vows to KO ex-champion Tony Canzoneri in the August 19 press club bout to avoid any referee error. He recalls two prior matches with Canzoneri, a disputed decision and a cut eye cost him a win, while a Washington DC meeting last June was ruled for Canzoneri by referee Jack Dempsey.
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Two Holes In One At Wanango Country Club
Oil City Pa Aug 2 Two aces in one day within 15 minutes lead Wanango Country Club golfers to fame. C D Berry birdied No 5 in 115 yards then R Barnes matched the feat at 160 yards No 10, while Wood prepares for matches as Europe’s claim to golfing greatness lures him home.
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Hartnett to miss about a week with ankle injury
Chicago Cubs catcher Gabby Hartnett will be sidelined about a week after tearing a ligament in his left ankle during the first game of Wednesday's doubleheader in Pittsburgh. Ken O'Dea will handle catching with backup from Walter Stephenson who was rushed back to join the squad.
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Drugs Defeat Railroad Ten In Fifth Inning Rally
The Love Drugs beat the B. O. railroaders 4 to 3 in a suspenseful game as Grow dominated on the mound after Gardeckie allowed only three hits. B and O scored in the first three innings, Morgan hit a three-base drive and Barker a home run highlighted the contest.
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Wright
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Rosemont Scramble At Local Field In Baseball Test
Grafton’s state league entry the Carr China nine hosts Bosemont Cubs at Athletic Field at 3 p m. Fitton of Baltimore Orioles era likely to pitch for the visitors with Abie Keener starting for Rosemont and Newt Walters catching. Umpire Moran to call balls and strikes. Dick Williams to work the plate. Meanwhile Inverness golf tournament opens with 16 professionals in round two for a $4,600 purse. Parks and Laffoon won yesterday, Espinosa and Burke also victorious.
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Jimmy Thompson
Henry Picard
Johnny Revolta
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Freddie Miller Returns From European Tour as Champion
Freddie Miller, acclaimed by the National Boxing Association as featherweight champion, returns to New York with 30000 dollars. After a year boxing in England Wales France Ireland and Spain he won 34 of 35 fights, the Cincinnati pugilist said to have defeated opponents across multiple European venues.
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