Bears Sign Bronko Nagurski To 1943 Comeback Plan
The Chicago Bears plan a full comeback for Bronko Nagurski who will play tackle this season after leaving wrestling. Coach Luke Johnsos says he is not washed up and could be the greatest tackle in the league. Meanwhile Cleveland talks of a fence plan to shrink Municipal Stadium to aid the Indians with Ferbert Fence Co proposing a six foot fence to reduce outfield distances.
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Public is always what? racing notes and sports chatter
A scattered sports roundup from New York covers track, boxing, baseball and boxing humor. It notes a call for spare racing clocks after a buggy start, Henry Armstrong’s retirement moment, Hank Aaron’s Los Angeles bid, Al Simmons’s son asking about pay, Rip Sewell’s blooper pitch, and Pvt Joe Hennessy’s tall tale contest at a Minnesota reunion.
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Ray Robinson
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Ellows
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Rip Sewell
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Bobo Newsom
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Camp Roberts
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Lake of the Woods
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Meritt Jockey Club clash seen as test of authority
Veteran turfmen discuss the Merritt license dispute in New York era coverage. The Jockey Club faces calls to disclose charges and actions behind the case, with stewards and officials under scrutiny. Analysts compare to baseball’s Commission, urging transparency for racing fans.
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Braves pitcher Nate Andrews hurls four hit shutout as Nieman hits homer
Nate Andrews limited the New York Giants to four hits in a shutout while Elmer Nieman homered and added a triple and single. Harry Walker belted a two run homer in the ninth to lift the Cardinals over the Pirates. Dodgers won with six hit ball against the Phillies. Bucky Walters of the Reds scattered nine Cubs hits and added a triple with two runs.
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Navy Way and One Too Many Cooks
In Boston Ted Williams now a respected Navy recruit impresses Will Harridge with his steady progress as a Pre-Flight School member. An officer says he may become a standout when his training ends. In San Diego Ross B. Smith, a second class seaman, fell 35 feet into a steaming soup bowl but escaped injury.
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Grackles Lose Protection Amid Agricultural Damage
Pennsylvania Game Commission announces removal of protection for grackles due to rising numbers and crop damage including sweet corn. Executive Director Seth Gordon cites growing populations and losses to farmers. Burglars raid a Chicago shop, stealing girdles worth 280 dollars.
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National tennis tournament opens with many servicemen
The 32 man field in the streamlined National tournament includes 14 servicemen. Corp. Frankie Parker takes No. 1 seed after Schroeder withdrew to likely transfer. Francisco Segura leads the title chase as Jack Kramer is third. Women’s field also houses seven 1942 veterans led by Pauline Betz as top seed. Play begins with men's events soon after noon. mixed doubles begin tomorrow.
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Major League Leaders Show Strong Batting and Pitching Feats
A compilation of top players by league. Key personalities include Musial and Herman leading batting in the National League, Vaughan and Lowrey among runs and steals, Nicholson and Ott with home runs, Shoun and Sewell headlining pitchers. Appling Wakefield and York among American League leaders in various categories.
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Detroit
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Washington
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Cleveland
Billy Sarni Aimed For Majors By 1945 After Coast League Breakout
Billy Sarni, 15, barnstormed the Pacific Coast League with the Los Angeles Angels earning 350 monthly while projecting a major league career by 1945. The teen outfielder hit a homer in his first full game, later posted a .375 average, and drew fan frenzy at Wrigley Field as coaches praised his potential and power.
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Luke Appling Eyes Second Batting Crown With White Sox
Chicago slugger Luke Appling pursues the 1943 AL batting title as the league’s first shortstop to win since 1919. He sits at .337, aiming to top a field that includes Dick Wakefield and others, while Yankees, Red Sox, and Tigers watch.
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Cuyler Sells Himself to Cubs as Coach in 1937
The tale recounts Kiki Cuyler offering his services to the Chicago Cubs after Nick Nicholson's famed home run feats with Chattanooga. Cubs owner P. K. Wrigley approved the deal, bringing Cuyler onto the Chicago coaching staff while Gabby Hartnett ignored initial sales pitches. A stray automotive note on oil dilution follows.
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Fights Last Night Highlights Roundup
Boxers from multiple cities clashed in a series of decisions knockouts and outpoints. Cleo Shans stopped Joe Torres in New York while Marvin Bryant outpointed Winnie Vines in Schenectady. Demers knocked out Wasnick in New Bedford as Theodorescu beat Buddy Jones in Portland. Ike Williams edged Johnny Bellus in Hartford and Joey Ogosta floored Tony Gray in Union City. Buddy Scott outpointed Jack Marshall in Jacksonville and Tony Mar defeated Aldo Spoldi in Los Angeles.
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Cleo Shans
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Joe Torres
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Tony Gray
Tony Mar
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Aldo Spoldi
Dodgers Rise To Third As Cards Knock Pirates
Dodgers take over third place with a 4-2 win over the Pirates as Kirby Higbe limits Pittsburgh to six hits. Luis Olmo doubles home a run and scores on an error to seal the Brooklyn victory. Harry Walker belts a ninth inning two run homer for St Louis, aiding the Pirates’ defeat.
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Major League Baseball Results From Yesterday
Boston defeated New York and St Louis beat Cincinnati while Brooklyn triumphed over Philadelphia in a set of MLB results. Chicago and Cincinnati also posted losses.
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Games Today With Probable Pitchers From Archived Standings
Chicago visits Cincinnati with Passeau 14 8 facing Heusser 3 3 or Riddle 17 8 Munger 5 4 and Cooper 18 8 facing Sewell 18 6 and Gee 4 1 St Louis at Pittsburgh Munger and Sewell scheduled to oppose in a resumed seven inning game from July 18 suspension Regular game to follow as planned
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Swimming Pools Open This Weekend In High Point
Acting Parks and Playgrounds Director Reese Snyder reminded residents that the city lake and Negro Park pools would be open this Friday and Saturday, September 4 and 5, for a final chance to swim. The weekend response will determine if pools open on future weekends after they closed August 29.
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