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Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1940

Page

12

Orphan PCC Teams Readopted Amid Big Schedule Changes

The Pacific Coast Conference moved to readopt Idaho and Montana as potential contenders and Rose Bowl nominees. It approved a four‑team plan allowing two games against California teams per season, reshaping schedules from 1942 onward and scheduling interleague matchups through 1954. The decision spurred debate among coaches and alumni about gate appeal and competitive balance.

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Medwick and Davis poised to cement Dodgers pennant hopes

New York June 13. Brooklyn Dodgers acquire outfielder Jon Medwick and pitcher Curt Davis from St. Louis in a trade that sends shock waves through Brooklyn. Fans mob Kearns and Ebbets Field ticket offices as reservations for the three day series with Cincinnati Reds vanish, while interest in a Reds series follows. Medwick, batting .304, slots in left field with Walker in center, Vosmik moving to right, and Davis expected to contribute strong pitching as the team pursues the pennant.

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Maid of 15 Is Going Strong in Links Conflict

Fifteen year old Phyllis Phylligotta of Atlantic Iowa dominates the Minersul tournament match play reaching the semifinals by defeating Kay Ponyson. Betty Jamison holds national title claim with recent strong play as she advances, joined by Patty Berg and Mrs Russell Mann in the day’s notable results.

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Federal Men Use Home Runs to Win Over Unemployment

Federal Men beat Unemployment Compensation 6 to 6 in a close Class A softball game at Carrot field. Robinson hit a seventh inning homer for the Federals, with Blernitz totaling two homers for Unemployment and Cobbs, Crocker, Walsh, and Bates contributing.

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Bartell and Whitehead Lift Tigers in Title Chase

Detroit’s Bartell and Whitehead have bounced back on strong legs boosting the Tigers’ late season surge. Bartell has revived at shortstop after ankle trouble, hitting around .244 with clutch hits, while Whitehead solidifies second base and improves Detroit’s infield defense as the team fights for the pennant.

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It Seems It Is Not Ethical to Build Up Boxer

New York June 11. A chaotic press era piece describes boxing publicity chief Mike and promoter figures shaping fighters, releases and tours. It notes the daily grind of publicity work, training camp trips, and a 400-capacity reach across newspapers and regions, with emphasis on truth over hype.

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Cubs Edge Red Sox In Exhibition Thriller

In Unoparstown New York, June 1. The Chicago Cubs defeated the Boston Red Sox 10 to 9 in an exhibition at Doubleday Field. The game ended early due to rain after seven innings with pitchers Gilera and Haffensberger noted among others.

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Ken Overlin Victors Over Ralph De John in Close Bout

Syracuse wresting scene reports Ken Overlin of Washington crowned welterweight champion after a tough match with Ralph De John. De John opened with a strong start but Overlin gained the edge with a decisive finish, the bout ending with De John sustaining a cut above the eye and both fighters weighing in near 178 pounds.

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Postponed Es Rescheduled by Commission

Commission announces rescheduled Montana State league games due to rain and crowding. Key changes include June 22 at Helena moved to Great Falls with doubleheaders on June 29 and May 26 adjustments, July 21 at Great Falls, and July 3 shifts. Several games set for July 7 July 4 remain as scheduled.

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Indians Rout Tigers For Second Place Loss Ends Detroit’s Streak

Cleveland defeats Detroit 8 to 2 as Al Smith wins his sixth game of the year. Hank Greenberg and Hank Green each contribute key hits while Gene Gehringer drives in two runs. Roy Berra, Pete Fox and Hal Trot help with late scoring as the Indians break the Tigers’ long winless stretch.

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Starting dates for baseball tournaments announced

New York and several states released starting dates for 46 of the 4B state championship baseball tournaments to precede the national postseason. The journey to Wichita, Kansas runs August 16 to 28, with West-Idaho, Preston, Montana, and Rondup listed among participants.

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Redwings Fall 2-1 in Copper Sox Pitching Duel

Great Falls June 13 The Hutte Copper Sox beat the Great Falls Redwings 2 to 1 in a pitchers duel. Lefty Nettleton and Stan Slanina limited hits and walked few. Errors fueled both runs with Mihalich miscueing infield play and Vulacich charged with several Wings miscues.

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Patchy scores stir MLB standings and next day slate

Yesterday in the American League Cleveland fell as Deergit posted a 4 to 2 win while no other games were completed. Tomorrow’s schedule includes New York at Philadelphia and Boston at Chicago with elevated rosters and key pitchers set to duel.

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Del Baker Names Five Pennant Contenders

Del Baker says five teams have a pennant chance including the Yankees, Indians, Red Sox, Tigers, and White Sox. He notes injuries and lineup changes may alter outcomes while praising Detroit’s improved lineup and pitching depth as spring practice continues.

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