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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1936
Page
6
Reds defeat New York 1 to 0 as Carl Hubbell notes a stingy mound effort but Giants fail to back him with runs. Elbert Stine of the Reds and Ray Benge of the Bees contribute strong pitching as mood behind the scenes turns tense with Deringer suspension and managerial remarks.
Mayor H. R. DeBussey issued a proclamation urging residents to join a city cleanup campaign. The municipal park and playground are scheduled to open for the summer on May 10.
The N C A A announces that two years of junior college competition count as one year of senior college eligibility. Beginning 1936 37 championship competition will be limited to contestants with no more than three years of varsity participation. The bulletin notes the junior college issue remains unresolved but aims to standardize transfer rules.
Derby winner Bold Venture eyes Belmont and Withersmile races as strong rivals Brevity and Red Rain loom as main Belmont contenders. Granville and memory book also pose threats. Brevity skips the Preakness and Bold Venture may miss some stakes to stay sharp for top races.
Atlantic City saw a no contest between Al Bisignano and Hank Barber after headbutts. In Pittsburgh Ivan Rasputin defeated Nanjo Singh by disqualification. Montreal saw Dean Detton defeat Rudy Laduzzi two falls to one. Milwaukee had Danno O Mahoney beat Nick Lutze in straight falls.
Eddies Briez notes Bold Venture lauded by many editors as Derby favorite with wide expert picks. Hanford praised as best rider. Brevity and Indian Broom also favored by several editors. Various bets and opinions across newspapers highlight bold venture’s popularity in the race.
New York May 5 The big hop step and jump to a place on the Olympic track team runs from Chicago to Princeton to Randall's Island New York City The program calls for the National Collegiate A A championships at the University of Chicago June 19 and 20 and the National A A title meet at Palmer Stadium Princeton July 3 and 4 These semi finals lead to the final Olympic tryouts slated for the new municipal stadium here Officials must convince Olympic officials Randall's Island stadium will be ready by July 10 11 and avoid boycotts due to anti Naggi elements Engineers will escort newspaper men to inspect the island for the first time The repeated inspections by sports writers have been blocked causing suspicions of scheduling delays
The Cleveland Indians face a kissing ban after Bruce Campbell’s meningitis scare, with health officials urging players to avoid wives, sweethearts, or children on road trips. Manager Steve ONeil notes success rests on base hits and pitching, not kisses, as the ban lasts until May 22 and limits travel.
Pittsburgh May 5 Mr and Mrs John Tising eloped to Wellsburg W Va to wed then set up housekeeping in an apartment at a hotel one day after their rushed ceremony They are a Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitcher and were accompanied by Lillian Theobald of Charlestown Ind The Rev G Meade Daugherty and Dr J Ackerman witnessed the ceremony
Ralph M. Hiner, Democratic candidate for U.S. senator, will address a campaign meeting in Huntington on May 5. He opposes incumbent Senator M. M. Neely at the event.
New York fighter Jannazzo won a points decision over Billy Celepron of Rockford in a 145 to 148 bout. Milt Aron stopped Halper in Newark after 7 rounds. Howard Scott stopped Dave Fins in London after six rounds, with San Antonio and Chicago listed among participants.
NAB Fugitive found hiding in a closet at a Parkersburg residence. Police arrested L. Miller on a charge of issuing worthless checks.
Grafton High School's Bearcats baseball opens this week against Carr China at Athletic Field with games Wednesday and Friday. Coach Ron McKinney notes a green, under‑stocked squad, weak hitting, and need for a reliable battery as Philippi and Belington games loom on the schedule.
The state for the use and benefit of Willie Taylor filed suit against Russell Copenhaver a Charleston area constable. The charge says Copenhaver went to Taylor's home to arrest John Cavender and frightened Mrs. Taylor by alleging a child was born prematurely and dies.
Chicago May 5 Barney Ross, welterweight champion, predicts Jimmy McLarnin will beat Tony Canzoneri in a 10 round Madison Square Garden bout. Ross cites McLarnin's punching power and better boxing, believes weight advantage will matter, and expects a hard contest with no knockout. Also notes past fights among the trio and current baseball standings and games.
Philadelphia May 5. A dozen top money shot makers plan a summer circuit through the northwest with P G A sanction. The sequence starts in St Paul mid July and travels to Banff Vancouver Seattle Portland Spokane Colorado Springs and Chicago by September. Noted players mentioned include Horton Smith Johnny Revolta Gene Kunes Gene Sarazen Ky Laffoon Henry Picard Craig Wood Ray Mangrum Ed Dudley and Leonard Dodson.
Ray Mangrum and Vincent Eldred each shot 74 at the 72 par Oakmont course to share honors in the Tri State Professional Golfers Association first tournament of the year. Mangrum is identified as state open champion.
Cincinnati beat New York 1 to 0 while Boston defeated St. Louis 7 to 6 in yesterday's National League games. The pairings highlighted tight pitching plus late scoring bursts.
A short public notice states that F E Gilbert accepts responsibility for any bills contracted by him and not by any other person. The notice implies sole accountability by Gilbert for obligations arising under his name.
The Barbour County Board of Education announced 110 elementary and three high school teachers at a meeting in PHILIPPI. About 25 more teachers will be added, bringing total selections to around 160 with plans to reach 165 or 180.
A jumble of late season trades and deals from New York to Brooklyn and St Louis shifts the pennant picture. Brooklyn adds Brandt and Moore while shipping Lopez Benge Cuccinello and Reis, Brandt’s struggles contrasted by Benge’s hot start. Parmelee moves to St Louis as Whitehead to the Giants, Parmalee impresses in relief but Frisch doubts him. Tommy TheVe saves Reds with late hits, Cronin orchestrates Boston sales involving Manush Johnson Reynolds and Reynolds.
Fa irmont May 5 A police radio cruiser answered an early morning call from a frightened householder who said there was a prowler on her roof. The officers found a tomcat and a broken radio serial pole.
Health Commissioner R. M. Pedicord announced a WPA project to inspect 700 dairy farms in Wheeling. The program is expected to last a year, aiming to improve sanitary standards across dairy operations.
Parsons May 5 farmers in Tuck er county must secure permits from Department of Agriculture agents to plant potatoes in regions under potato wart quarantine. The requirement applies this week to ensure compliance and inspect fields for seed and certification.
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