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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1930
Page
6
The Cubs fell 7-5 to the Giants as Chicago traded blows in a high scoring National League tilt. Pirates defeated Braves 3-8 earlier, while Cards routed Robins 15 to 7 and FIO took a game, marking a chaotic day across the majors. Baseball notes highlight rain delays and pitching rotations shaping division races.
Rolly Remsley hit a two run triple in the second inning as the Pirates jumped to a three run lead en route to an 8 to 3 victory over the Braves. The game highlighted strong hitting from Pirates and designated hitters contributing to the win.
Fatton baseball fans expect a record crowd as the Washington Terminal nine, one of the east’s strongest, arrives for a two game set in Grafton. The doubleheader starts Friday at 10 am with a 2 pm game to follow, umpire Tommy Moran in charge. Manager Luther Ford keeps bargain prices with half price for women and 50 cents for men, as locals anticipate a hot day and a strong Washington lineup drawn from multiple roads. The club’s first appearance here is awaited with optimism for a standout performance and solid field conditions amid forecasts of heat and a favorable playing surface.
Crabbe and McKim, both USC students, vie for records as a national outdoor swimming meet unfolds in Los Angeles. The A A U outdoor tournament attracts top champions at the university venue.
George Watkins of the Cardinals doubled twice and added two singles as St Louis routed Brooklyn. Fred Fitzsimmons of the Giants limited the Cubs to eight hits and won 7-5. Dibk Williams belted a homer with two aboard to lift the Athletics past the Tigers 4-1. Milt Gaston of the Red Sox held the Indians to three hits and drove in three runs in a 3-1 victory. Ralston Hemisley of the Pirates contributed a double and a triple with two RBIs as Pittsburgh defeated the Braves.
Yesterday Jeannette edged Fairmont 4 to 3 and Cumberland defeated Clarksburg 6 to 0. Johnstown won 5 to 4 over Wheeling while Charleroi beat Scottdale 8 to 4 with several today matchups listed. In the National League New York defeated Chicago 7 to 5 while St Louis beat Brooklyn 15 to 7. American League show Boston 2 to 1 over Cleveland and Philadelphia 4 to 1 over Cleveland with several other games noted.
Eddie Tolan, Michigan University's famed sprint star nicknamed the Midnight Express, reportedly ran 100 meters in 10.15 seconds to eclipse his own joint record with Charlie Paddock. The sanctioned race included Percy Williams and George Simpson. official recognition for Tolan’s time was not stated. Baby Blue Eyes Kinsler also returned from Charleston after Luther League events.
The New York State Athletic Commission forbids foul punches in rings and requires fighters to use self chosen abdominal guards with commission approval. Bout contracts must waive foul claims and referees will count any fighter claiming a foul. The rule was urged by Sammy Mandell and Al Singer ahead of their July 17 title bout.
In Chicago 10 round heavyweight bout matches Griffith versus Johnny Risko at Chicago Stadium. Fifteen thousand fans expected, price bargains discussed. Griffith seeks career revival after six month KO by Jack Gagnon while Risko aims to confirm status in fierce clash.
Rosy Baker of Anderson Indiana outpointed Jackie Roden in Indianapolis. Price and other contenders at the event were listed with scores and weights, marking a busy boxing card.
National League leaders include O Doul of Philadelphia with 201 batting average and Cuyler of Chicago with 71 runs, 77 RBIs by Niein, 106 hits by Torey, 24 doubles by Friseh, 11 triples by Cuyler, 24 home runs by Rang Wilson, and 17 stolen bases by Cuyler. American League leaders show Roth with 90 runs, Gehrig and Ruth among top batters, Hodapp with 104, McManus 26 doubles, Combs 13 triples, and Rice with steals.
Independence Lady a five year old bay mare owned by J Lester Bush placed in the money in the Grand Circuit 2:19 pace at North Randall track Cleveland Ohio yesterday afternoon The race drew 17 entries and was highlighted by entry Bush with J B Host of rire Tepes Second event on the card saw Posten Dillon from Ham mer Pa stable win the 8000 Tavern steak for the 2:18 class trotters Despite slow track conditions caused by early rains the winner posted a strong 2:08 5/8 record before weather and handle cancellations affected the program
Ronald McDowell, 22, a brush salesman and former Iowa College student, confessed to robbing Morgantown Clarksburg and Jane Lew stores. Authorities say no Taylor County robberies are mentioned despite earlier reports.
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