Atlanta Series Leads as Travelers Sweep Doubleheader
The Travelers dominated the double bill at Little Rock, winning both games to extend their winning streak to 19 over the Crackers in the standings and tighten the race with New Orleans and Birmingham. Al Moran earned his 7th win as Rene Corles and Vernon were sidelined. John Uckofer struggled in the nightcap. Chattanooga beat Memphis 63 in the opener, and later held the Chicks. The news note lists upcoming games and cautions about driving safety and Nasal bleeding dangers is included as an odd aside.
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Witte Rock
Noahville
Dain
Fwil
Atlanta
Hirmingham
Smokies
Barons
Chatanooga
Memphis Chicks
Travs
Rene Corles
Vernon
al Moran
Knoxville
Birmingham
Little Rock
Associated Press
Zamperini bomber cadet aims for repeat at Midland air base
SID FEDER reports from a 194? World War II era column recalling Lou Zamperini’s athletic fame and current duties at Midland Army flying school. The piece threads in other sports and morale references, noting Dan Mahany and Walter O Keeffe’s reactions while poking fun at Dodger and military scenes.
Pinch Hitter Strikes Out Pitchers in New York Dinner Notice
Fragmentary report notes Notre Dame club of New York hosting a dinner on April 16 to honor figures connected with baseball. Mentions manager Willis Hudlin and his son serving as bat boy for the Little Rock club. References heavy umpire decisions the other night and mentions Fullerton and the gorm cellars.
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Fullerton
Jis'nin
Willis Hudlin
Little Rock Club
Notre Dame Club
New York
Pirates to Give Negroes a Tryout
New York July 27 three Negro players are scheduled a make major league history on August 4 by trying at fur positions with the Pittsburgh Pirates. William S Ben swanger president of the Pittsburgh club said he has told Nat Law sports editor of the Daily Worker he would be willing to have the three come to Forbes Field for inspection with Roy Capanella Sam Hughes of the Baltimore Elite Giants and Dave.
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New York
Pitsburgh Pirates
K. M Lands
Chicago
William 5. Benswanger
Pittsburgh
Nat Law
New York Daily Worker
Forbesfield
Low
Roy Carpanella
Sam Hughes
Baltimore Elite Giants
Dave
Wise buying in wartime economy urged by labels
Government cooperation with manufacturers encourages careful purchasing. Labels inform exact quality, expected standards, and care instructions. Examples include fabric labels showing weight, dye color, pre shrinking status, and handling notes.
Cardinals Face Brooklyn for a Showdown
The St. Louis Cardinals travel to Rubels Field for a three game series with the Brooklyn Dodgers in a crucial NL race. The Dodgers, led by ace Larry French, seek to extend a lead while the Cardinals aim to repeat past wins and stay in the pennant chase ahead of October’s clash.
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Austin Bealmear
Associated Press
St. Louis Cardinals
Brooklyn
Rubels Field
Durocher
Gowanus
Dodgers
Brooks
Barnhill and Campania Lead Cuban MLB Links
Barnhill of the New York Cubans and Campania, a 20 year old catcher, are noted in a roster. Campania earned the Negro League MVP last year. Hughes, a second baseman, joins Barnhill, a pitcher who won JA contests while losing three legs. His current record stands at 3 and 4 this season.
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Barnhill
New York
Campania
Hughes
Arkansas Campaign Message From Governor Urges Votes
The governor credits defense industry growth and army camps to cooperation with state and federal officials and loyal citizens. He notes war duties limit campaigning, pledges continued effort for Arkansans, and urges all qualified electors to vote on election day regardless of candidate choice.
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Arkansas
Nelson Blows Up in Match in Tom O'Shanter Open
Byron Nelson collapses from a five stroke lead to shoot 77 and tie at 280 with Chryston Heafner in the Tom O'Shanter Open. Gib Sellers also falters from day one’s 66 to 285, as 30,000 spectators witness a dramatic swing for the $2,500 first prize.
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Gayle Talbot
Chicago
Byron Nelson
Chryton Heafner
Shyville
N. C
Gib Sellers
Arkansas
Tinus- Man
Nelson
Heafner
Gerard
Ohio
Heatner
Lawson Little
Heymer
Litle
Tom O'Shanter
Yel
Harry Netllebladt
Avon
Henry Picard
Chick Harbert
Harold McSpaden
Ky Laffon
Dick Mez
Horton Smith
Jim Turnesa
Ben Hogan
Sellers
Baseball Stars Spark Twin Wins Across Leagues
Yesterday players Clyde McCullough Merrill May and Ben Warren fueled two Browns wins over the Red Sox with homers and timely hits. Max Marshall Frank McCormick powered the Reds to two victories against the Giants with four RBI and a later homer. Kuhel Kennedy and Harris starred for the White Sox and Athletics in a split twin bill, with Harris throwing a four hit game in the nightcap.
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Clyde McCullough
Cubs
Merrill May
Ben Warren
Tits — McCullough
May
Warren
Phils
Incory
Denny Gatehouse
George MaQuinn
Browns
Farmer
Homer
Red Sox
Max Marshall
Frank McCormick
Reds
Giants
Joe Kuhel
Bob Kennedy
White Sox
Laman Harris
Athletics
Kuhel
Kennedy
Harris
Tom Warley
Braves
Harry
Baseball roundup with late inning twists and leaders
In a day of tight baseball action, three to two and six four games yielded early scoring bursts. Tom Marley shaded the Cardinals 5-2 for Boston while St Louis captured the rematch 5-3 with relief from Harry Gumbert. Cincinnati beat the Giants 6-2 and 4-2 with Marynhall and McCormick delivering key homers. McCullough’s three homers fueled Philadelphia’s 4-6 wins over Chicago, and in the American League the Yankees beat the Tigers 5-2 aided by the Browns’ pair from Boston. Ted Williams homered once as Boston regained ground with wins in a doubleheader, while Washington’s Sid Hudson won a split against Cleveland. Chicago, Philadelphia split with Ted Lyons’ White Sox taking the opener 2-1.
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Gumbert
Cardinals
Tatler
Seca
Sid Hudson
Senators
Bus Mills
Indians
Tribe
Joe Medwick
Dolph Camilli
Dodgers
Medwick
Brooklyn
Camilli
Pirates
Tom Marley
Boston Braves
Harry Gumbert
Hatley
al Javery
Cincinnati
New York Giants
Max Marynhall
Frank McCormick
Philadelphia
Clyde McCullough
Phils
Chicago Cubs
McCulough
New York Yankees
Deron Vigers
St. Lewis Browns
Boston Red Sox
Denny Galehouse
Browns
George McQuinn
Brownies
Ted Williams
Red Sox
Art Winer
Washington Senators
Cleveland Indians
Chicago White Sox
Philadelphia Athletics
Chicago
Ted Lyons
Joe Kuhel
Bob Kennedy
Proposed constitutional amendment on county hospital tax in Arkansas
Action details a 1942 Arkansas constitutional amendment proposal filed March 27 1941 by the General Assembly. It outlines a county mill tax for public hospitals, election procedures, ballot form, levy continuation, adjustment rules, self executing status, and submission to voters at the next general election. Witness signatures of state officials and dates appear.
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General Assembly
Secretary of State
House OF Representatives
Senate
State OF Arkansas
State OF
Arkansas
County Board of Election Commissioners
Co. G, Hall
Star
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Palace
Cadel Zamperini
Midland Army Flying School
Joe Louly
Bard Riley
Nea
Opieces
Pumnp
Ernigkel
Deak Morse
St. Johnsbury
Red Cross
Dan Mahany
Calne Farm
Keesler
Jimmy Conzelmins
Dayton U
Rockne
Daniel
Walter O'Keefe
Trish
Mungo
Negroes
Homer M
Adkins
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United States
John L. McClellan
United States Senate
United States Senator
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