Johnsons Nine Tops Flag Race
Walter Johnsons Washington Senators lead the American League after a doubleheader sweep of the Philadelphia Athletics. Sam Rice extends his hit streak to 27 games as the Senators go 6-1 against the champs. In the National League the New York Giants idle, Brooklyn leads with a 10-3 win over Cincinnati while the St. Louis Cardinals reel off their ninth straight victory, beating Chicago 9-4.
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Walter Johnson
Washington Senators
Joan McGraw
New York Giants
Washington
Philadelphia Athletics
Senators
Athletics
Ad Liska
Philadelphians
Bump Hadley
Sam Rice
Brooklyn
Cincinnati Reds
Frederick
Bressler
Robins
St. Louis Cardinals
Chicago Cubs
Cubs
Cardinals
Talking It Over at Kentucky Derby Field
In Otisville Ky on May 17 a vivid stroll through the Derby scene gathers notable attendees. Jim Farley James J Johnston Jack Kearns Benny Ruben Mickey Walker Al Sotheron Dave Barry Tom Watkins Moe Marx Barney Gimbel and others converge with Tannery and Crack Brigade bets fueling the chatter amid race and boxing circles.
Diegel Holds Lead in MOOR PARK Duel
In Moor Park England on May 17 Leo Diegel of Agua Caliente Mexico Golf Club led Abe Mitchell by two holes after the first eighteen in their 36 hole match for the unofficial world’s professional championship.
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Moor Park
England
Leo Diegel
Agua Caliente
Mexico
Abe Mitchell
Daniels Beats Hunt In Ten Round Minneapolis Bout
Dick Daniels of Minneapolis defeated Babe Hunt of Ponca City Oklahoma in a ten round match. In the semifinal Ernie Peters of Chicago outpointed Britt Gorman of Minneapolis in ten rounds.
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Minneapolis
Dick Daniels
Babe Hunt
Ponca City
Okla
Ernie Peters
Chicago
Britt Gorman
Walker Wins Savage Ten Round Bout Over Swiderski
Mickey Walker the middleweight champion defeated Paul Swiderski of Syracuse in a ten round bout in Louisville. Swiderski scored three knockdowns in the first round and again in the second. Walker was knocked down twice in round three but then dominated the last five rounds to earn the decision in a rough, foul filled scrap.
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Mickey Walker
Paul Swiderski
Syracuse
N. Y
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Walker
Hill Climb Set for June 1 at Noblesville Camp
Opening of the motorcycle hill climb season is scheduled for June 1 at the boys' camp near Noblesville. Riders from the middle west, both amateur and professional, will compete in four classes starting at 2 p.m. Ralph Moore of Indianapolis is among entrants. Roads to Noblesville will be marked and parking provided.
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Noblesville
Mid-West Motorcycle Club of
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Bobby Jones Eyes British Amateur Championship After Walker Cup Win
Bobby Jones and the American Walker Cup team, dominant 10 to 2 victors over England, began preparations for the British amateur title. The rout signals strong chances for the Americans, who previously had little time to acclimate before the tourney.
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London
England
Fresher Tessmer Wins Chicago Alumni Trophy at Michigan
Les Tessmer, 19 year old freshman, received the Chicago alumni athletic trophy at the University of Michigan. Coaches designate it to the football player regarded as the best back on the team.
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Les Tessmer
Chicago
Michigan University
Hee
Big Leagues in Figures as May Closes
Riggs Stephenson of the Chicago Cubs led the National League with a .458 average and Sam Rice of the Washington Senators topped the American League with a .412 mark as the first month of the 1930 season ended. Al Munro Elias compiled the figures through games of May 15.
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Chicago Cubs
Sam Rice
Washington Senators
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Rice
Indiana Legion golf tourney at Riverside June 26
The American Legion branch announces the state golf tournament at Riverside municipal course on Thursday June 26 sponsored by Grand Voiture 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux of Indiana. Entries close June 23, mail to Dale Miller at A G Spalding 136 North Pennsylvania street.
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Grand Voiture 40 Hommes Et 8 Chevaux
Indiana
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All Negro Ring Bill Arranged at Tomlinson Hall
An all Negro fight show is set for next Thursday at Tomlinson Hall. Matchmaker One Round Bess has lined two novices for the main and semi windups. Mariano Kantano of Calcutta meets Shifty Calloway of Indianapolis in a ten round feature, with Shuffling Billy Baker of Cincinnati versus Ray Hurtz of Indianapolis in the semi. Prices span 50 cents to 1.50.
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Calcutta
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Billy Baker
Cincinnati
Ray Hurtz
Layton May Tour to Japan With Matsu yama in Orient
Johnny Layton world three cushion billiard champion may tour Japan in coming months. He plans to travel with Kinney Matsu yama the national junior 18.2 balk line title holder.
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Black Confesses Golf Ball Theft From Pawn Shop
Frank Black, on trial in Kansas City by Judge Thomas Holland, admits stealing golf balls from a pawn shop claiming they were his own and he was selling them due to a slump after being asked if he ever shot a birdie.
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Ansas City
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Thomas Holland
Clear Path for Maxies Title Tilt
Endicott New York May 17 The final hurdle for the Max Schmeling Jack Sharkey heavyweight title bout at Yankee Stadium June 12 was cleared with receipt of Schmeling license from the New York boxing commission. Schmeling was suspended for life last year after refusing to fight Phil Scott. His license return required he sign a contract to defend the title within one year at Madison Square Garden if he defeats Sharkey. Orangetown Orangeburg May 17 Jack Sharkey prepared to start boxing drills for the title bout with Schmeling the heavyweight champion. He planned a first ring workout Friday but sparring partner Johnny Grosso asked for one more day of training before testing Sharkey's punch.
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Baseball Schedule Briefs From National and American Leagues
Today's games feature American Association matchups Indianapolis at Louisville Columbus at Toledo Minneapolis at Milwaukee and St Paul at Kansas City. National League action includes Boston at New York in two games and Cincinnati at Brooklyn Philadelphia at Philadelphia. American League slate covers Cleveland at Chicago in two games, Philadelphia at Washington New York at Boston and St Louis at Detroit.
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Yesterday's Results From Major League Basketball Scores
Results show teams like Washington Philadelphia Brooklyn Cincinnati Chicago St. Louis and others. multiple games with scores listed and key players named. Details include first and second games with pitchers and batters or scorers.
Semi-Pro and Amateur Baseball Notes
Indianapolis Triangles worked out Friday at Garfield Park in preparation for Sunday at Elwood. A A’s seek state team contacts for May 25. Belmont 1049 Archie to hear from Tom state and local teams with access to diamonds. Union Printers oppose Ewarts Saturday at Riverside No. 2. Indiana National Bank nine at Brookside No. 1.
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Collegiate Track Aces Seek Glory
SOUTH BEND Ind May 17 Indiana and Notre Dame led a field of college stars at Cartier field. The meet aimed to decide the state championship with Indiana defending and Notre Dame seeking the 1928 crown. Purdue’s Orval Martin was the mid and long distance favorite alongside Little and Wilson from Notre Dame and Sivak of Butler.
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de Pauw
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Channel Swim Returns at Y M C A Pool
The Y M C A announces its third annual Channel Swim to test endurance. Swimmers must complete 1 848 laps by Sept 15 to earn medals as the Eng lish Channel distance is swum in the Y pool. A series of weekly tank events and a summer program for Y members are planned.
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Local rivals headline triple eight-round boxing card at Armory
Rivalry night boxing at the Armory features three eight-round bouts. Wil lard Brown battles Howard Jones of Louisville with Otto Atterson meeting Willie Erne of Kansas City. Joe Lynn faces Royal Cox, both locals, in another. Carl Emrick and Red Rodman clash in six rounds. A four-round curtain-raiser showcases welters Red O'Brien and Red Yeager.
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Howard Jones
Louisville
Otto Atterson
Terre Haute
Willie Erne
Kansas City
Joe Lynn
Royal Cox
Carl Emrick
Red Rodman
Lafayette
Red O'Brien
Red Yeager
Struggle for State Title Chance In Indianapolis Sectional
Fighting for a place in the state title meet, 1 800 high school athletes contended in 15 Indiana sectional meets. Winners of first and second in events and relays advance to next week's carnival. One hundred thirty nine high schools were represented in readings held at multiple cities including Indianapolis Techfield.
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Linton
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Peru
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Terre Haute
Techfield
Wolgast Defends Flyweight Crown as La Morte Falls
Midget Wolgast of Philadelphia defended his world flyweight title at Madison Square Garden against Willie la Morte of Newark. La Morte collapsed after the fifth round from a heart spasm attributed to a blow under the heart, with Wolgast claiming a solar plexus blow started the trouble. Wolgast was credited with a technical knockout after dominating every round.
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Philadelphia
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Pennsylvania
Willie la Morte
Newark
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The
New York Commission
Speed Sport Aces Hard at Work Before Trials
Drivers and mechanics toil in final hard practice before qualification trials. Lou Moore and Coleman crew inspect the Coleman front drive while Babe Stapp fine tunes the Duesenberg 151. George Souders, 1927 500 winner, visits the Speedway with Stapp and others for a roshing session.
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Plant
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Coleman
Lou
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Claude Sparks
Duesenberg
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George Souders
George
Tom Beale
Bill Cummings
Howdy Wilcox
Hank Maley
Week End Card Highlights City Leagues Action
A sprawling weekend schedule spans Riverside Garfield and nearby towns with matches across Industrial and Co Operative Leagues. Notable showdowns include Crescent Paper against Mallokside, DeMolay versus Bridgeport, and Riverside clubs facing River Memorial Baptists and Broadway M Es. Sunday brings Christ ion league clashes and St Patricks H N S preparing for Greenhouse Park. Event notes recount car racing activity with Stutz and Duesenberg appearances and a tire mishap stall on the track.
Michigan and Minnesota Face Final Conference Tuneup
Michigan and Minnesota met in Minneapolis on May 17 for the last track and field competition before the upcoming Conference championships. The meet showcased key events as both teams sharpen their lineup ahead of the title chase.
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Minneapolis
Michigan
Minnesota
Icici
Boost for Crouse at Tribe Park
Buck Crouse the popular Tribe catcher will have a day at Washington park Tuesday when the Indians begin their second home stand. Nemo Seibold's Columbus Senators visit as the top first-division foe. Mayor George Dale will toss out the first ball and 300 fans are expected to attend.
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Muncie
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Leading Hitters in Major League Baseball Friday May 16
United Press compiled stats show O'Dout of the Phillies leading with a .451 average from 82 at bats in 21 games. Stephenson of the Cubs follows at .449, with Hogan and Waner also among top hitters.
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United States Tennis Team Advances to Davis Cup Final Zone
The United States defeated Canada three matches to none to reach the final American zone match against Mexico in Washington next week. The remaining two singles matches have no effect on the series.
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