Pirates and Senators Lead Race in World Series Hopes
By United Press Henry L. Farrell reports on July Fourth standings with the Pirates holding a two game edge over the Giants as the Nationals chase in the American League. Washington achieves seven wins in eight games while Pittsburgh shines with strong pitching and timely hitting. Brooklyn leads in the NL while Cincinnati stumbles. The Athletics push hard but pitching woes loom, as Groves and Gray struggle to win.
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Doce's II Dominates Mississippi Valley Race at Whitehall
Doce's II owned by L. R. Vansant of Peoria Illinois won the Mississippi Valley championship and Webb trophy in a ten mile heat at Whitehall Michigan in 10 minutes 39 seconds. The boat also won the 725 class and set a 59.8 mile per hour record in the King of Belgium trophy. Miss Houston owned by Robertson and Falk of Houston Texas captured the 150 class. Peggy of F. W. Schramm Milwaukee took the 610 class event.
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Christy Mathewson Returns to Saranac in Poor Health
Christy Mathewson after months at a health resort in Sara nac N Y has returned to Saranac and is believed ill again. The former Giants pitcher cannot be reached by phone at his home. Mrs Mathewson says he is resting and won’t discuss his condition or return date. He is now owner of the Boston Braves and has not managed on the field.
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Baseball Standings Brief Digest
Detroit leads with strong showings in the American League while New York and Cleveland juggle wins and losses. Strong divisions and fluctuating records show a lively season pace with teams like Boston and Brooklyn long in pursuit across the circuit.
Baseball scores and schedules in American Association and National League
Yesterday and today players listed for games in Milwaukee Kansas City Minneapolis and Cleveland. Scores shown for multiple matchups including Detroit Chicago Cleveland New York Boston Brooklyn and St Louis with innings tallies and notable players named.
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American swimmer Gertrude Lederle trains in Brighton
Brighton, July 6. Miss Gertrude Lederle, a young American, trains here for an English Channel attempt. She says the tide does not bother her much but the water is very cold.
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English Channel
Greb Beats Walker On Points In Fifteen Round City Fight
In New York City Harry Greb middleweight champion defeated welterweight champion Mickey Walker on points after fifteen rounds. Neither man was knocked down. referee Purdy slipped in round seven and fractured his kneecap. A photo shows Greb missing a left while Walker lands a kidney shot, another frame has the referee on the canvas.
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Yankees Lose in Doubles at Wimbledon Final
American players John Hennessey and Ray Casey fell to Borotra and Lacoste in a five set men doubles final at Wimbledon. The scoreline read 6-4 11-9 4-6 1-6 6-3 as the French pair claimed the title. Meanwhile Suzanne Lenglen won the mixed doubles with Jean Borotra.
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San Francisco
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California
A A U Officials Forecast Classy Indiana Kentucky Track Meet
Indiana Kentucky A A U track meet at the State Fairground on July 18 will close entries at noon July 11. Herbert E. Hill urges timely entries so the printed program lists contestants. The event promises strong competition with Butler stars likely to participate and two Y M C A entrants aiming for surprises. Four medals per event, two cups for relay winners and top scoring organization, unlimited event entries, fifty cent per event fee, and registration through T F Murray with entries going to Herbert E Hill Speedway Lumber Co.
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Nut Cracker and Babe Ruth Gossip From The Sports Page
A collage of sports gossip and opinion notes mentions New York boxing odor rumors a Branch Rickey quote, Babe Ruth current form and surgeries, and photography at steeplechase events. It mocks wrestling fixations and public relations strategies while recalling old sports figures.
Prizes Tonight For July Fourth Bicycle Winners
Winners of the State fairground bicycle races will receive prizes tonight at 7 at Banister's shop Forty Second Street and College Avenue. Prizes are awarded by the Cycle Trades of America. Results include Pascoe and Arles Roth of Dayton claiming wins in two bike events, with Stiles, Elliott, and Menote among top finishers in various match races and the Taet event featuring twelve starters with nine to receive prizes.
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Lieb Sets Unofficial Discus World Record at Warsaw Meet
Tom Lieb formerly of Notre Dame, now a camp instructor, threw 157 feet 2 inches in an exhibition for a Chicago boys' club at Lake Winona. The performance occurred during the Warsaw event on July 6.
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Walters and McCullough to open Fort Harrison boxing card
Joe Walters of Columbus Indiana and Pat McCullough of Fort Harrison two 160 pounders will open the Fort Harrison boxing show with a four round bout Lieutenant Porter announced. Epstein could not fight as he left for Chicago. Patsy Rocco arrived from East Chicago and trained at Arcade gym showing improved form. Genet was also due to arrive.
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Dickison and La Salle tie for first in East Side Gun Club shoot
Dickison wins after a second twenty five target shoot-off to top the East Side Gun Club merchandise trap shoot. Enders takes third with 137 and earns the Grinsteiner medal for high club member score. Evansville notes include Ray Hahn of Indianapolis knocking out Lester Martin in the boxing card and a ten round draw between Joe Dillon and Billy Cecil.
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Genet Set To Meet Patsy Rocco In Ft. Harrison Ring Show
Rocco of Chicago faces Genet of Ohio in a ten round wind up at Ft. Harrison on Tuesday night. The two slugger battled a year ago in the same arena with Genet slight winner. Genet, 25, 5 8½, 154 pounds, French American, has seven years in boxing.
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Turf Prominent Dies
Charles C. Smith 65 of Chicago, a well known race track owner and official, died suddenly in Hamilton Ontario at his hotel. Remains will be taken to Chicago tonight by his brother Leon Smith. Smith had interests in tracks at Hamilton Aurora and Columbus and headed the World Amusement Service Association of Chicago.
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Harder Wins 100-Mile Dirt Track Race at Hoosier Speedway
Fred Harder of Indianapolis in a Clemons designed car won the July 4 100 mile dirt track race at Hoosier Speedway averaging 52.56 mph. Cantion of Detroit finished second in a Jones Whitaker Special, with Cantlon briefly leading before Harder passed on lap 169. Jack Green finished third in a Green special, Wilbur Bonni fields Essex did not finish and was fourth. Fourteen cars started and only four remained at the end amid several spills and no serious injuries. The crowd estimated at 8000.
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Ballerino to Defend Junior Lightweight Title Tonight
In Queens, Mike Ballerino, New York Italian ex-soldier, defends the junior lightweight crown against Vincent Pepper Martin. The title, created four years ago, has drawn a riotous prefight buzz as Martin, famed for explosive starts and memorable ear-biting moments, challenges the former champion.
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Tribesmen Sweep Two of Three From Louisville Colonels
Ownie Bush's Indians beat the Louisville Colonels two of three in Louisville. The series featured 12 000 Saturday and 6 000 Sunday crowds, a ten inning Sunday contest, and weather affecting attendance. Indians rise to second place with the series win.
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Adams and Dodson to meet in city tennis final
The women’s city tennis singles final is set for Tuesday at Hawthorn courts at 3 PM with Miss Muriel Adams facing Miss Catherine Dodson. Adams beat Lois Kelly 6-1 6-1 in the semifinals while Dodson defeated Mrs. Florence Scott 4-6 6-1 6-3.
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Independent Baseball OVE Calms Wapsn Rivalry Amid Close Pitching Duel
Unclear text mentions Grove and Pas defeating Silver in a tense game for Greenwood area teams. References a six win stretch and a pitchers battle between unnamed hurlers. Notes a Kokomo Red entry and a Sunday return by a team, with mentions of batters, defense, and a 9 inning, 12 inning play.
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Ruether Showcases Hitting as NL Pitcher Joins Washington
Ruether known as a National League hurler has impressed with solid pitching this season and has demonstrated notable hitting ability while playing for Washington.
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Major League Baseball: Felix homer seals comeback win
A late homer by Felix in the eighth inning propelled the team to a 4-2 victory after losing the first game. The rally followed strong pitching and a few key hits that turned the tide in Sunday action.
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Mantell and Fishbaugh Set For Open Air Wrestling Show
Dutch Mantell and Leslie Fishbaugh will headline an open air wrestling event at Broad Ripple Park next Friday night. The welterweights have previously appeared at the Broadway theater and are slated to clash in the main bout.
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Osborne Sets World Record in Decathlon at AAU Meet
Times Special from San Francisco reports Harold Osborne of the Illinois Athletic Club set a world decathlon mark with 7706.39 points to win the event at the AAU track and field championships. Otto Anderson finished second with 6492.58 and J P Jones placed third with 6445.89 as others followed. The New York Athletic Club led the senior AAU championship on Saturday with 61½ points, Tilinola A C second with 31 and San Francisco Olympic Club third with 20.
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Cubs Acquire We and Brett From Smaller Leagues
Chicago’s Cubs have purchased pitcher We from Ottumwa of the Mississippi Valley League and outfielder Brett, a left handed hitter, from Mexia of the West Texas League as part of roster upgrades.
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A. S C and A. B. C. S Drop Three Games to Cuban Stars
The A. S drops three games to the Cuban Stars at Washington Park over the weekend. Islanders win two on July 4 and one on Sunday with scores 5 to 1, 15 to 7, and 10 to 7. Next up is St. Louis Stars starting a series next Saturday.
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Burford Wins 100-Target Shoot at Indianapolis Gun Club
William B. Burford Jr. captures the 100-target event with 98 hits at the Indianapolis Gun Club traps on Saturday. In handi cap, Watson, Patterson, and Mrs. Burford tie for first with 22 of 25. Remy wins doubles with 22 of 24.
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