Tris Speaker’s Multiple Jobs Keep Him Busy in 1930s
In Cleveland a Hall of Fame star balances roles as liquor dealer boxing commissioner and steel sales rep, while remaining fit through gym work and golf. He recalls the 1920s World Series feats by Wambsganss and Smith and notes his lifelong popularity and easygoing view of today’s game.
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Georgia House Blocks Race Betting Bill Vote Falls Short
Georgia House defeats a bill to legalize parimutuel wagering and create a state racing commission. The 84 to 2 vote fails floors 203 vote requirement. a reconsideration motion is expected Tuesday amid lobbying controversy and claims of a funded “free night club” for lawmakers. Georgia capital Atlanta. Florida Gridders Celebrate Birthdays in Gainesville.
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Munday
Clement Sunton
Atlanta
Star Named Coach at Spring Hill College in Mobile
Earl Smith, a former Alabama star, has been named coach and athletic director at Spring Hill College in Mobile Alabama. His appointment elevates the college’s athletic program with a veteran leader and former standout guiding teams and operations.
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Alb
Earl Smith
Alabama
Spring Hill College
Mobile
Ala
The Story of a Man Who Caught Bob Feller
A veteran catcher recalls facing a young Bob Feller in the Marble Valley League. He details fast pitches that sting like porcupines, a right-angled curve, and his own awe at Feller’s power, noting how the ball seemed to shrink the field and his equipment. The tale blends humor with admiration for the future star’s early prowess and speed.
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Ken Sylvestri
Chivcato White Sox
Gale Wolfe
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Welle
Janks
Bob Feller
New Orleans
Marble Valley Leagge
Vermont
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Cleveland
Indians
Judec Tanitis
Mr. Feller
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Sil
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Frankie Pullik
Court orders Braddock to fight Schmeling at MSG
In Miami Fla a circuit court order aimed to compel heavyweight champ Jim Braddock to meet Max Schmeling in Madison Square Garden rather than Joe Louis. The suit seeks Braddock’s appearance in a June 3 18 round bout in New York and a follow up 15 round match with Louis in Chicago on June 22.
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Hardin Family Track Hope Shows Freshman Joins Roster
Hardin brothers from Baton Rouge, led by L. S. Hardin, expect to keep Herdin name on Lowstanz State athletic rosters for four years. Newcomer Jess Lee Hardin, 18, a freshman, joins quarter and half mile events after Glen Slats Hardin’s era in 4W hurdles and quarter miles.
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Exposition of spring games with batting highlights and rest days
Reports from multiple spring training sites recount Pete Appleton overpowering the Red Sox in an Orlando exhibition with a three bagger and five innings of no earned runs. In San Antonio the Browns paused for a pep meeting while Rogers Hornsby asserts control. Pirates in San Bernardino endure wintry weather as they begin rest days. Columbus loses to its minor league affiliate in DeLand by 3 to 3 in an exhibition clash. St. Petersburg hosts a mixed news snippet with a 95-degree note.
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Meeker Muckrakes Hubbell and Winterd as Top Pitchers
The Meeker editorial panel weighs Hubbell of the New York Giants against Winterd of the St Louis Cardinals in a lively debate on today’s greatest pitcher. It recalls Hubbell’s World Series heroics and Winterd’s early one hitter for Senda dale, with hopes for their upcoming seasons and travel.
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Meeker
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Ieilior Pither
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Bees Win First Grapefruit League Home Game
A soggy Monday at Water Front Park saw the Boston Bees win their first Grapefruit League home game with a 2 to 9 loss to the Detroit Winners. The Dodgers struggled, and Cincinnati Reds defeated the visitors 9 to 4 as Joe Dwyer of Bell Cookie hit a second inning homer.
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Tampa
Brooklys Dodgers
Cintiipatt Reds
Joe Dwyer
Bell Cookie
Chewge Cener
Ty Cobb Quietly Leads Simple Life on Georgia Farm
Rich detail from a series by Richard McCann portrays Ty Cobb, wealthiest retired ball player, living on a large Georgia estate with wife and three of five children. The piece notes his health, wealth, dislike of modern baseball changes, and fascination with other sports while reflecting on his legendary career and unmatched competitive drive.
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Richard McCann
NER
Weiler Atherton
Bebtel
Georgia Peach
Walter Johnson
Browns
Squire Cobb
Pasenin
Tive
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Cobby
Sauchus
University of Georgi
Iran
Fragmentary notes on 1882 Columbus game and salary talk
Disjointed OCR text references 1882 Columbus events and a salary discussion. Mentions Whit aha Winford and St. Louis, a Cavaliers context, and phrases about improving chances, but details are unclear with many garbled names and numbers.
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Pnisster
Hope Team Beats Blevins 34 to 27 in Friday Game
The Hope Independent reports the Hope basketball team defeated Blevins 34 to 27 Friday night. Parker of Hope led in scoring with a high point total, while Manning of Blevins scored 10 points. The game was sponsored by the Recreational Council of the WBA.
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Shrimp Bait Health Question Baffles Galveston Fisherman
In Galveston Dolph Rogers, a fisherman, claims a dose of monoacid ester of acetyl salicylic acid may prolong the life and health of live shrimp bait. He has not determined the correct tablet quantity for a given amount of water and will pursue further study.
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