Giants Take Narrow Lead In National League Race
The New York Giants beat Brooklyn 4-0 at Ebbetts Field, moving two and a half games behind the Robins in the NL pennant chase. Allen Lindstrom and Terry homered, Fitzsimmons allowed six hits for his 12th win, while Terry raised his batting average to .401 near the NL lead.
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Public Links Play Opens for National Championship
In Cesonville Florida on August 5 the qualifying rounds begin for the national public links championships. A field of 124 municipal course champions from 26 cities compete for the James J. Stendish Jr trophy. Thirty-two low medalists advance to match play on Thursday and Friday with the final 36 holes set for Saturday.
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Webb Tosses Carlin in Riverside Mat Show
Hugh Webb defeated Johnny Carlin with two straight falls at Riverside. Bobby Chick defeated Bill Honeycutt and Bill Webb beat Bob Webb in other bouts at the same event.
Umpire Fight Leads to No Action by Hickey
Aug 5 Chicago showpiece: Ernie Smith of Minneapolis, Columbus pitcher Jess Doyle, and Columbus third baseman Yoter were ejected after a brawl that did not involve the umpire. President Hickey announced he would take no action since the umpire was not involved.
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Miss Abbott Triumphs In Speedway Golf Event
Elizabeth Abbott won the eighteen hole handicap competition at Speedway course with an 87. Elizabeth Dunn of Riverside was runner up with 92 and Mrs. Carl McCaskey of Highland took third with 93. Frances Kotteman of Highland earned low net with 84 on 98 gross, while Mrs. A. A. McClamrock shot 96 gross and 85 net.
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Three Philly Baseball Officials Sentenced Over Blue Law Violation
In Philadelphia on August 5 three semi pro baseball officials Malcom McGowan Edward Sherman and Ted Voorhees were sentenced to thirty days in prison after conviction for breaking Sunday blue laws They refused to pay fines of ten dollars plus costs arising from arrests at a local ball park during a Sunday game
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Major League Batting Leaders and Home Run Sluggers
The list highlights top hitters: Klein of the Phillies 171 hits, O Doul of the Phillies 154, Herman of the Robins 163, Stephenson of the Cubs 106, and Garcia noted among leaders. Home run leaders include Gehrig and Klein tied with 33, and Ruth with 108 RBIs. Simmons leads Athl'ns with 112 RBIs while Ruth adds 108.
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Four Hoosier Clubs Open State Title in Legion Tourney
Four youth softball clubs from Clinton Huntington Indianapolis and Princeton advance from sectionals to contest the Indiana state title at Manual Park. The winners advance to Battle Creek Mich Aug 14 15 with Ohio Michigan and Kentucky in regional play. Robbins will pitch for the home team while Manual High School players under 17 form the core. The four teams will attend Washington Park to watch a double bill before semi finals. Trophies will be awarded Wednesday night by Russell Cook.
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Hole in One at Coffin Course Named Ace
Dr. E. A. Pape scored a hole in one at Coffin course Sunday. The Times later corrected the hall of fame name to Pape, noting any golfer who sinks a single stroke ace earns the proper spelling of his name. Dr. Pape is said to be the first ace of the month locally.
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Bancroft Suspended by National League President
Dave Bancroft, coach of the New York Giants, suspended for three days by NL President Heydler after a protest at Ebbets Field. Bancroft acted as manager in McGraw's absence and argued violently when a fourth ball on Jake Flowers produced the winning run in Brooklyn's 1-0 victory.
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Fred Marberry Out With Wrist Injury
Washington reports Fred Marberry to miss at least two weeks due to a broken bone in his right wrist suffered while sliding into third base last Friday. The injury sidelines the Senator's mound star, adding a setback to the team's season.
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Three U S Cup Netters May Compete in Eastern Tourney
Hope was held out that three Davis Cup players George Lott Berkeley Bell and Wilmer Allison would arrive in time for the Meadow Clubs forty seventh annual tennis tournament. They were due to arrive in New York aboard the Majestic and participate in the men's singles. The opening day featured the defeat of G Lyttleton Rogers with Rainville beating Rogers 6 2 5 7 6 3.
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Herrera Beats Pilkington In Ten Rounds At Braddock
Tony Herrera of Chicago defeated New York’s Jackie Pilkington in ten rounds in Braddock Pennsylvania on Monday.
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Yorktown Merchants Book 1929-30 Basketball Schedule
Tim Russell, manager of the Yorktown Merchants state independent basketball champions, announces he is booking games for the coming campaign. The 1929-30 lineup, built largely from former Muncie high school stars, is retained.
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Grace Meets Valesco in Ten Round Draw
Mexican welterweight champion David Valesco and Meyer Grace of Philadelphia fought to a ten round draw in Little Rock Arkansas on Monday night.
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Butler stars lead entries for Central A A U meet at Soldier Field
Ray Conger Iowa miler Harold Osborn Olympic high jump champion Joe Sivak Bert Nelson Butler stars and Lee Sentman Illinois hurdler top the entrants for the Central A A U track and field championships at Soldier Field August 16 and 17. Winners in the central meet advance to the National A A U championships in Pittsburgh in August.
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