Robinson to weigh in again for rematch title bout
The Illinois Athletic Commission ordered Ray Sugar Robinson to weigh in again for his rescheduled welterweight title fight with Bernard Douzen, with a forfeit and suspension risk if he misses the Monday night weigh in. The bout at Comiskey Park was postponed by threatening weather, as Robinson attempted to avoid another weigh in after a draw. Douzen weighed 151 8.
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Hughes letter to Senator Brewster sparks ethics probe
Howard Hughes, amid war contract turmoil, offered Senator Ralph Brewster $300 a week to act. The letter, and Hughes’s public stance against the investigation, highlight a case where hospitality, personal expenses, and ties to Elliott Roosevelt are alleged to influence air war procurement policy.
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Baseball Scores and Political Scandal Recap
Major league scores show St Louis routing New York 12 to 8 and 12 to 1 in separate games while Chicago beat Brooklyn 6 to 4 and Boston edged Cincinnati 4 to 5. The report shifts to a Senate inquiry into Hughes Aircraft and wartime bribe allegations detailing perjury penalties, contested favors, and calls for full disclosure by executives amid broader graft concerns.
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A New Look at Class D Baseball Salaries
A Midlands correspondent argues Class D and C salaries need reform to keep players rooted locally. He cites young players aged 18 to 20, notes limited earnings, and suggests rules like three pro seasons max or territorial restrictions to ensure players can earn year round living while pursuing base ball.
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Scott Sets New Record in Low Hurdles
Minneapolis report notes Clyde Scott of Arkansas, a track standout and football star, leading the field in NCAA 110 meter hurdles finals. He ran preliminaries in 14.0 seconds, beating the NCAA mark of 14.1 set years earlier, with UCLA’s Craig Dixon and Northwestern’s Bill Porter as top challengers.
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Dunklin Man to Beat for State Title
Pine Bluff June 19 Dunklin remains the man to beat for the Arkansas state closed tennis title after not losing a set to reach the semifinals. He will meet the winner of the quarterfinal between George Wriskan Hot Springs and Jack Jendows Crossett. Other quarterfinals feature Donald Pritchard Little Rock vs Eugene Lambert Fayetteville and Lawrence Lutz Fort Smith vs Jimmy Bell Little Rock. Freeman of Little Rock was the only notable casualty, losing in the second round.
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Major League Scouts Watching Benny Mitchell in Jarratt
In Jarratt Virginia on June 18 major league scouts crowded the stands to watch Benny Mitchell, a 20 year old semi pro pitcher known for two no-hitters in three weeks. Mitchell, valued for his six foot right arm, previously turned down lucrative offers to stay with his farm duties. He faces We Stony Creek in a top match that could decide first place in the Southside semi pro league.
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Netherlands ship 3000 tons of Ailip bulls to the United States
The Netherlands exported roughly 3,000 tons of Ailip bulls to the United States in 19a7, signaling a notable livestock trade flow. The movement involved significant quantities and reflects bilateral agricultural commerce between the two regions.
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Bathers Gain on Leading Greenwood in Cotton States Action
Hot Springs bathers push within three and a half games of the Cotton States league lead by beating Helena 1 to 0 as Greenwood’s Dodgers idle. Clarksdale’s Planters upset Pine Bluff 10 to 1, Natchez wins 8 to 11 in 11 innings then loses 3 to 2, and Greenville splits with Natchez, while Greenwood hosts Natchez and other matchups loom tonight.
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Travelers Edge Mobile 7 6 in Eleventh inning
Atlanta and Chattanooga split a twin bill as Chattanooga fell to seventh in the Southern Association behind Little Rock. The Travelers edged Mobile 7 6 in 11 innings with Alex De La Garza driving in the winning run. Memphis edged New Orleans 6 5, Nashville beat Birmingham 13 12, and Atlanta won game one 13 5 in seven innings.
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Musial Leads Cardinals Toward Pennant Run
Stan Musial fuels the St Louis Cardinals toward the National League pennant, hitting safely in 10 of 11, leading in batting, runs, hits and triples. The Cardinals win three straight, beating the Phillies twice and the Giants, widening the gap with New York but keeping pace with Boston atop the league.
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Fights Last Night In Long Beach Area Card Matchups
Reported boxing cards from Long Beach and New London note bouts featuring Danny Bart at 1437 12, New York, and Pete Ferrente at 187 New York 8, with Jacke Arm and Henry Polowitzer in Harford 7 as other listed participants. The fragmentary listing references fighters and venues in a terse card summary from the prior evening.
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Annexation Petition Heard for Hope Arkansas Territory
The Hempstead County Court will hear Hope Arkansas annexation petition on July 26 1948 at the Hempstead County Courthouse. The proceeding seeks annexation of Magnolia Addition and part of Section 27 Township 12 South Range 24 West contiguous to Hone Arkansas. Citizens are notified to appear and show cause why the petition should not be granted.
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Boxing Results Highlight Weekend Card Across Cities
Strong 140 in Manchester defeated Henry Polowitzer 148 at Harford 7. New Orleans fighter Jose Gonzalez 129 outpointed Jack Armstrong 131 in Mexico City. Toronto featured a 10 round bout with unclear details.
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Proposed Constitutional Amendment No 40 Submitted by 56th General Assembly
A long snippet from Arkansas legislative text proposes Amendment No 40 to the state constitution. It outlines submission to electors at the next general election, and details the structure for school funding via general law, a per capita tax, and local levies by school districts, plus budgeting procedures and approval mechanics. The document notes filing with the Secretary of State on March 28, 1947, and a witness statement dated April 12.
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