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Newspaper
Hamilton Evening Journal
Location
Hamilton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1932
Page
5
The piece surveys classic coaches and teams, recalling Dick Connell y, Old Man Stagg, and Illinois under George Veenker and Dick Grefe. It notes the Ma roons’ 1981 comeback hope, Town State’s revival under Veenker, and previews early conference games ahead of the 1932 season.
New York reports Billy and Frankie Petrolle, from Duluth and Schenectady, clash with Tony Canzoneri in a ten round non title bout in Brooklyn. Frankie seeks revenge after recent defeats to Battalini, while Billy faces Canzoneri in Madison Square Garden next month. Maxie Rosenbloom defends at light heavyweight against Jack Redman in a separate non title bout.
Fighters from Detroit and Cleveland clashed in a rugged bout with Johnny Farr and George Riley winning on points over Wilbur Chevalier. Berlin Hungarian heavyweight Vincer Hower faced Raul Bianchi of Argentina in a separate match.
Walter Johnson joins Howley as manager without team in Washington, amid surprise over vacancy list after Howley’s release. The mixed Two Ball foursome at Hillis Potter Park draws immense interest with 31 mixed teams, multiple 18th-green finishes, and detailed round results and byes shaping the weekend play.
Walter Johnson known as the smoking big train is removed as manager of the Washington Senators after four seasons in that role and over twenty years with the club. Owner Clark Griffith announced the contract expired and would not be renewed, with no successor named though fans suggest Judge Crouin or Sam Tice. Johnson’s career arc includes a Newark stint and a long Washington playing record beginning in 1907.
Golfer Moukhison explains ball position for proper swing. He notes foot choice depends on grip and dominance, but stresses playing the ball forward of the center of the left heel to encourage left hand use and proper swing, regardless of right or left foot preference.
University of Michigan baseball squad led by Coach Ray Fisher arrived after a tour that included 34 games, claiming 10 wins. They spoke at a university alumni banquet about the trip and prospects for the season as University of Washington prepares its crew and baseball schedule. Dr. M. Lyle Spencer discussed budget figures for the board of control.
Connie Mack reveals financial reasons behind selling AL Sims Monk Mile Haas and Jimmy Dykes to the Chicago White Sox. He notes no other player will be named until after next season and hints future trades may target American League clubs in lower standings.
Newark and Minneapolis move into the fifth game of the little world series with both clubs aiming to revive powerful hitting from the campaign and break the tie at two wins each. Weather expected warmer after Tuesday’s cold day. Jess Petty to start for the Millers with Pete Jablonowski as probable starter for the champions. Billy Holmes, a 4-year-old Sham cock Texas golfer, is the new holder of the Caprack golf title.
Ohio golf professionals gathered at Springfield Country Club to start the annual state open championship. The 72-hole medal event begins at 9 a.m. Thursday in rain and near freezing weather with fewer entrants than past years. top finishers historically gain entry to the National Professional Golfers Association events.
Reporters and bug expert observers expect Ruth to continue play beyond the 1942 season with speculation he may be offered about 965,000 or 78,000 for next year. The tone notes Ruth has no retirement plans and hints at a possible transfer or new contract.
Cincinnati Oct 4 Ridney Weil president of the Reds announced Waller Des Prothro manager of the Memphis Southern Association plan has applied for the pilot job with the Reds but there is nothing definite He is on file with many applicants and Dan Howleys successor will likely not be chosen for at least another month Prothro spent most of his MLB career with the Washington Senators and was a Reds utility infielder before moving to the Southern League Memphis finished runner up to the Chattanooga Lookouts in a tight race last season
Oxford Ohio Det 5 reports Chuck Robinson of Toledo is emerging as a standout back for Wilton's Redskin football team. The rugged 176 pound sophomore impressed in the opener against Illinois, with two 30 yard gains, a punt return, and 12 more yards on a pass while also delivering a solid defensive showing as Miami heads into the DePauw game week.
Fragmentary report from New Haven Connecticut shows names Lewis and Znoski with times or scores 255 and 218, plus a 33:80 mark for runner from New Britain Connecticut. Details are incomplete and cannot confirm event, affiliation, or final placements.
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