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Newspaper

Helena Independent

Location

Helena, Montana, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1937

Page

8

Louis Braddock Prime for Title Fight Tonight

Chicago dispatch reports James J Braddock the reigning champion and Joe Louis the challenger headed for a 15 round world heavyweight title bout at Comiskey Park Chicago with prelims set and weather risks. Attendance expected 60 000 to 65 000 with receipts near 7 50 million to 9 00 million. Braddock to receive 15 percent plus rights.

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Cleaners edge Brookside in Airport League thriller

Cleaners edge Brookside-Rocky Mountain 4 to 3 on a two run rally in the seventh. Munger allowed nine singles for Brookside while Purcell struggled for the losers. Brookside led 3-2 through five, but Cleaners tied it in the sixth and rallied again to win.

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Fight Tonight Announced By Independent Office

Independent Office announces tonight’s boxing bout between Ridduck and Louis with live round by round coverage. Public urged to arrive early for carbide seating. standing room only if crowd grows. Officials warn against pockets and require minors to leave slingshots at home.

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Braddock Ready to Face Louis in World Heavyweight Title Bout

The text records boxing exchanges ahead of a Braddock versus Joe Louis heavyweight title fight. Louis asserts readiness, listing fellow match scores from Milwaukee to Indianapolis and declaring confidence to fight Braddock with his usual aggressive style. Braddock and Louis discuss training, rounds, and plans for a rematch against Max Schmeling if victorious.

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Helena boys enter soap box derby under strict deadline

Helena race officials set July 18 as final entry day for the All-American Soap Box Derby. About 32 youths are listed with many more expected. winners to Akron Ohio for finals with prizes including a large watch and a trophy. Local sponsors include Anderson Motor Co Chevrolet dealers and The Helena Independent.

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Budge Leads Americans Into Wimbledon Round One

Don Budge of Oakland, the top seed, advanced to the second round of the all England championships in a routine win. Fellow Davis Cup teammates Bitsy Grant Wayne Sabin Frank Parker and Gene Jakes also moved through, while Jack Crawford upset Roderich Menze in an upset on opening day.

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Missoula 5 Wins Over Anaconda 6-4

Missoula maintains first in the Montana State league by defeating Anaconda 6 4 in a late rally stopped when Meyers caught Hill’s deep fly at the fence. Key players include Schmoll Szakash and Jenkin from Missoula and Carmichael and Walker from Anaconda in a tense nine inning game.

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Anderson Clothing Wins City Softball Championship Drive

Anderson's Clothing topped Four Wheel Drives by 19 to 4 at Carrall Field and leads the first half city softball race. A win tonight at the Viquor Board could clinch the flag for Anderson's, who also sit atop the standings with a strong defensive showing.

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Twilight program to open Helena race meet July 19

Helena to stage a twilight racing meet at Montane State fair grounds with post time at 6 pm and races every 30 minutes through 8 pm. Montana Exposition Company sponsors plan a loudspeaker system and expert callers to announce odds horses and scratches. More than 200 thoroughbreds from multiple regions are scheduled, promising lively betting and competitive racing.

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Major League Baseball Results and Schedule

No games were scheduled yesterday in the major leagues. Today’s schedule features American League games: St. Louis at New York, Cleveland at Washington, Detroit at Boston, Chicago at Philadelphia. National League games: Boston at Pittsburgh, Philadelphia at Cincinnati, Brooklyn at St. Louis, New York at Chicago. Southern Association scores include Atlanta 12 over Birmingham 4, Chattanooga 7 over New Orleans 3, Little Rock 6. Memphis and Nashville not scheduled.

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