Bosox Win Two as Yankees Slump and A's Rally
The New York Yankees suffer another loss as Philadelphia Athletics overturn a late lead after a five run fourth, while Boston Red Sox sweep Washington and extend their surge to 20 wins in 24 games. Cleveland Indians and St Louis Browns also win, tying the standings. Cubs top Reds and Cardinals blank Pirates in NL action.
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Lexington And Toms At Home Night slate
Lexington and Tommies host two NAS North State rivals tonight as each vies for second place in the pennant chase. The Indians meet Mooresville Moors at Hoop-Monmmitt Field after a rain day, while Tommies welcome sixth‑place Statesville Owls. Both teams idle last night.
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All Star Games fund loss and wartime notes
Baseball fund for the all star games runs a deficit after an initial grant, with Ford Frick defending the program and the War Department aiding travel. The roundup notes stadium wear from the army weapons show, a future featherweight title fight, Meyers Field creation, a no hit bid ended late, and a coast league brawl remark by umpire Powell.
Ex-Champ Apostol Questions Career Decline After Draw
After a Norfolk draw with Ken Overlin last week ex-champ Fred Apostol insists he was written off years ago and calls that view a poor notion. The piece notes scattered wrestling style chatter and mentions other sports gossip about influenza and standout performers.
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Twins Power Past Portsmouth in Piedmont League Clash
Winston-Salem Twins upset Portsmouth Cubs 8 to 4 at Charlotte. Centerfielder Murray went 4 for 5 with a three-bagger as the Twins halted Portsmouth six game win streak and narrowed the Cubs lead over Greensboro to four and a half games. Durham Bulls beat Asheville Tourists 3 to 1 as Pilcher Hamil allowed seven hits and hit a triple.
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Major League Leaders Show Star Batter Stats
Major League Leaders list the American League leaders in batting average runs and RBIs with Williams of Boston leading several categories and Doerr also in top lists. National League leaders include Mize Medwick and Ott with strong hitting and fielding notes. Also note Ted Williams and the Navy Air Force draft and postponed Norfolk Greensboro games.
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Ted Williams Pouts Way To Sox Doghouse
Ted Williams, the Red Sox star and .406 hitter, sulked after a heckler jibe and was benched by manager Joe Cronin. Williams later loafed at the plate and left the game, prompting Cronin to weigh disciplinary action as the team prepared for a doubleheader with Washington. Bob Doak, former major leaguer, died at Guilford College after a heart attack. funeral set for New Garden.
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Overseas Knockout Belfast Win by Former Des Moines Lightweight
Othel Greene, former Des Moines lightweight, claims to be the first AEF member to fight professionally on the other side. He stopped Frank Ghulley of the RAF in three rounds here. On January 1, 1940, 60,000 workers were employed in the American aircraft industry, rising to 165,000 by January 1, 1941.
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Saunooke to Get Surprise Referee Tonight at Hippodrome
A double main event headlines the Hippodrome as Saunooke faces Al Massey with Stanley Pinto set to referee, despite Saunooke’s past refusals. Sailor Rarlo Hill meets the Black Panther in the other bout while Fire works are promised in the opener at 8:45.
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Pastor Rather Golf Than Punch For the Dollars
New York July 2 4 Jimmy Johnston reports Rapid Robert Pastor will skip fights this summer to play golf. Offers pour in from Cleveland Los Angeles Pittsburgh Detroit for bouts with Bivins Betina Savold and others with purses up to 150000. Pastor prefers golf until mid August delaying big bouts and big money.
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Tommy Gomez Quits Ring Career For The Duration
Tommy Gomez ends his boxing career for the duration at Camp Blanding after a victory over Sailor Tommy Tucker. The 21 year old former Tampa bell hop cited awaiting a big fight, turning down several good bouts despite a 33 knockout record and only two losses.
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Major League Standings and Postponed Games Summary
Baseball standings across leagues show mixed results with several postponements. Notable scores include St. Louis 12 over Detroit 0, Chicago 5 over Cincinnati 2, Baltimore 3 Newark 2, San Francisco 6 Portland 5, and Seattle 2 Hollywood 1 in 11 innings. Multiple games were postponed or called due to conditions.
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Baseball Games Today With Probable Pitchers
Boston visits New York at twilight with Javé ry facing Carpenter. Pittsburgh travels to St Louis at night with Klinger opposing Beazley. Only games scheduled.
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Lost Records at Stadium Showdowns in Nighttime Lineup
In a slate of matchups, St. Louis travels to Detroit Niggeting to face Benton while New York meets Philadelphia Ruffing or Knott. Washington challenges Boston Masterson against Wagner, and Cleveland faces Chicero night foe Dean opposing Humphries as the schedule unfolds.
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Piedmont and re state leagues schedule matchups
The schedule lists Piedmont League games with Winston-Salem at Greensboro, Charlotte at Asheville, Durham at Richmond, and Portsmouth at Norfolk. The Re State League features Wilson at Sanford. Additional matches include Dantille at Rocky Mount, Leaksville at Burlington, Mooresville at Lexington, Statesride at Thomasville, Salisbury at Concord, and Landis at Hickory.
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Frick Hopes NL Triumphs in 10th All Star Game at Polo Grounds
Ford Frick of the National League aims to win the 10th All Star Game at the Polo Grounds to boost the equipment fund for the armed forces and to defeat the American League. He plans to rest five pitchers including Vander Meer Passeau Melton Wyatt and Cooper, with Cooper likely starting, and has arranged flights for the Cardinal stars to NY for the event.
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Woodway Country Club Runs Rail Line From Clubhouse
In Stamford Connecticut the Woodway Country Club operates its own railroad spur extending from the clubhouse area. The setup links the golf facility to local transport, reflecting a unique amenity for members and guests.
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