Jackie Robinson memory contrasts with Dodger opening day
Cleveland writer recalls April 15 1947 and Jackie Robinson debut. He Phoned New York papers to see why Jackie drew little attention compared with Pete Reiser. Bill Gallo and Roscoe McGowen describe minimal coverage and the era’s racial climate as journalists focus on Reiser’s game.
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Pacific Coast Softball League Opens Friday in Huntington Beach
The Pacific Coast Softball League begins its third season Friday with Gordon's Cabinets hosting Glenn Miller Garage of Carson in a 7 p.m. twin bill at Greer Park Huntington Beach. Eight teams play three doubleheaders Saturday marking the league’s start. Ken Nash's Lakewood Truckers seek a third straight title while Century 21, new entry, won a preseason tournament 6-0. Glenn Miller last year’s regional USA winner, finished sixth in the nationals. Norm Phingston earned MVP honors and Larry Meyers batted .471 in five games.
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Poland Beats United States in World Ice Hockey
Poland defeated the United States 5-3 in Munich, dropping the U.S. to last place in Group A. Poland finished the first round with one win and four losses, while the U.S. lost all five of its games in the tournament.
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