Homer C. McCoy Assigned to Brevard Coaching Staff
Homer C. McCoy has been named assistant football coach and physical education instructor at Brevard junior college. The move follows his prior role as head football coach at High Point High School, with Brevard trustees approving faculty appointments for the coming year.
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Stymie Seizes Second in $18,225 Jamaica Handicap
In a Jamaica race Stymie skipped the questionaire handicap to stay home, while Galloper Clubfoot Comet led the field to win $18,225. Stymie, seen as a money runner, moves to second on the list of leading money winners.
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Seven strikeouts in one inning and Ruth’s career totals
Alrl ine, pitching for Salladas burg in 1931, struck out seven in one inning as four batters reached on third strike. Babe Ruth totaled 714 home runs with 60 in a season and 2.056 walks.
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DiMaggio Tops All Star Lineup In Chicago Poll
Joe DiMaggio led the votes as starting center fielder in the 14th annual all star game at Wrigley Field on July 8. Polls by 193 papers and 42 states drew 1,973,493 ballots, with DiMaggio the top individual vote getter at 782,194. American and National League selections included George Kell George McQuinn Lou Boudreau Ted Williams and others while White Sox Pirates and Cubs were not represented in the starters.
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Juvenile Logic in New York Case Sparks Child’s Mouth Size Idea
In New York a Wisconsin mother confronts the Juvenile Jury over her five year old daughter's obsession after seeing a Martha Raye picture. The child wanted to enlarge her mouth by stuffing her fist in it, prompting Peggy Bruder to quip that size does not matter, only what comes out counts.
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Feller Throws 98.6 MPH Pitch in 1946 Setting
Cleveland Indians star Bob Feller recorded a pitched speed of 98.6 miles per hour in 1946, marking a notable display of his early enhanced fastball power amid his Hall of Fame career.
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Longest MLB game on record ends after 26 innings
A 26 inning marathon between Brooklyn and Boston on May 1 1920 set the record for the longest major league game. The game showcased endurance from both teams with no decisive winner until the final inning.
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Hickory Rebels Top Kaltering Hi-Toms In Twin Bill
Hickory Rebels defeat Kaltering Hi-Toms 10 6 and 9 3 in a doubleheader. Lefty Ralph Fletcher started the opener, but was relieved as Hickory surged with eight runs in the fourth. Manager George Pratt reshuffled positions with Tee dy moving to third and Jack Turner catching.
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Melrose, Carolina Clash In Industrial League Tilt
In a rugged industrial league doubleheader, Melrose defeated Carolina Container with runs from Parrish and Jordan driving support. Hoovers and Moore held mound duties as key hits and defensive plays shaped the standings, while the Rebels rebounded to steady form burying the Hi-Toms in a late rally.
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Early Baseball Records and Franchise History Snapshot
Records show over 100000 players in commissioner archives. The National League began with 30 franchises since 1876. Chicago's team evolved from Colts to Orphans and finally Cubs. The first professional shutout occurred in 1875 when Chicago beat St Louis 1 to 0. John Allen of Cleveland posted a 1937 15–1 season for a .938 winning percentage, a major pitching mark.
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