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Newspaper
Hardin County Index
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1949
Page
5
Glen Dole pitched a three hit outing allowing only singles in the first fifth and seventh as Swaledale struck out nine. The Tigers’ ace walked one and the offense produced a seven run district victory.
Forty one out-of-town players have entered the Pine Lake amateur golf tournament to be played Sunday June 5 at 7 a.m. local club golfers will compete against top state players in a 21 mm event. Prizes will be awarded in all flights. The Pine Lake Invitational ladies tournament is set for Wednesday June 23 with invitations sent to 25 clubs.
Sundial schedule notes Hardin county teams opening games. Eldora travels to Montour while Whitten hosts Green Mountain who hold a 2 0 record.
Five teams compete in the Jr. Legion Loop tournament as the league plans a sixth contest and a regular schedule. Officials oversee play at local arenas with junior players from area programs.
A softball opener is scheduled for June 3 as part of a slate featuring two clubs. The event details indicate a community sports season kickoff with local teams preparing for competitive play.
Eldora track team led by standout sprinters wins a meet at Ames capturing points in the 220 yard dash and medley events as officials note strong performances by the trackmen.
The article recalls a tense Dike versus Eldora sectional game with mutual respect after a pitchers battle last year. Jess Knight of Steamboat paces fielding, three Paige brothers play for Dike, and five lettermen including Harold Dole and Walters return for 1950, signaling a strong foundation.
Community sports buzz with 4 H softball clubs Pleasant Sherman Convord Union and Jackson township forming teams for a county fair tourney. Farm Bureau all star softball wins noted. Semi pro baseball progress with Radcliffe lighted field and Central Iowa league updates. Whitten dominates with Max Mabie helping lead the home team. Pastor coming to town.
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