Training Sets Up Heavyweight Clash at Cleveland July 3
Cleveland June 20 A circle of businessmen backs a $1 million promotion for the heavyweight title fight between Max Schmeling and Bill Stribling at Cleveland Municipal Stadium on July 3. Schmeling trains with intensity on Lake Erie shores while Stribling adapts to night workouts under Pa Stribling, aiming for about 188 pounds. The bout, a major draw for 100000 fans, tests the legitimacy of the title amid Sharkey disputes, with both fighters poised to seize the crown.
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Baseball results and standings across leagues observed
National League yesterday St Louis beat Boston 11 to 3 and Chicago defeated Brooklyn 12 to 7. New York topped Pittsburgh 4 to 1 and Philadelphia beat Cincinnati 10 to 3. American League shows Philadelphia 10 Chicago 4 and Cleveland 9 Washington 6 with several upcoming games. Central standings list St Louis New York Chicago Boston Brooklyn Pittsburgh Philadelphia Cincinnati with varying winning percentages. Mid Atlantic results feature Fairmont over Scottdale 3 2 and Wheeling 14 Altoona 6, plus multiple matches and scheduled games.
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Union soldier who planted flag at city hall dies aged 100
Frederick W. Seymour, the Union veteran who raised the Stars and Stripes on Atlanta city hall during Sherman’s march through Georgia, died yesterday at age 100 after several weeks of illness. His death closes a long life marked by service and memory.
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Baseball Roundup From AP Reports
Mel Harder of the Indians H relief pitching halted Washington rally for the Senators first defeat after 12 straight wins. Chuck Klein of the Phillies collected straight hits including a triple against the Reds. Bill Hallahan of the Cardinals won his fourth straight, stopping the Braves with seven hits. Fen Chapman of the Yankees stole second and home against the Browns to reach 22 steals this season. Bob Grove of the Athletics won his 12th victory, beating the White Sox 10-4. Remy Kremer of the Pirates broke Pittsburgh’s 6 game losing streak by holding the Giants to six hits in a 4-1 victory.
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Baseball League Totals and Player Mentions From Historical Report
A crowded tally lists many star players and teams from the era including Ruth Yankees Foxx Athletics Goslin Browns and Gehrig Yankees among others. It shows league totals with National and American League figures and references late season run counts and press notes.
Major League Leaders Across Batting and Pitching Stats
A condensed AP recap lists top season leaders including Ruth and Cronin in batting. Notable standouts: Hendrick and Cuyler lead in hits, Klein tops home runs and runs batted in, Arlett high in RBIs, Klein also strong in doubles. Pitching marks feature Derringer and Fischer with wins, plus Grove with 12 victories.
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West Penn to Play B and C at Local Field Sunday
Arrangements were completed today for Monongahela West Penn to visit to play the B and O Athletics on Sunday afternoon. West Penn teams up with Williams and Haggerty in batteries, while Th O Athletics plan to bolster their lineup with local talent. The game starts promptly at 2 p.m. with Wavis likely to pitch for the locals.
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Versatile Warner Baxter Stars in Daddy Long Legs at Strand
Hollywoods versatile star Warner Baxter, famed for chameleon like range, headlines the Fox romance Daddy Long Legs at the Strand Theatre for a three day engagement starting tomorrow. Janet Gaynor co stars as Judy with a strong supporting cast under Alfred Santell who directed.
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Harvard Wins Rowing Event Over Yale in Dramatic Finish
Harvard defeated Yale in a four mile Thames River race to cap an undefeated season, finishing 23 minutes 21 seconds to Yale's 23 minutes 31 seconds. Harvard claims 1931 collegiate rowing honors after a tense finale with Yale surging in the last half mile.
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