Nova not impressive followers doubt he had experience to battle title
UP Victor over Max Baer by a technical knockout in the 11th round at Yankee Stadium leaves Lou Nova of California qualified to fight Joe Louis or Tony Galento for the heavyweight title. The 24 year old ex collegiate fighter, with only his 27th pro bout, is seen as a challenger.
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Signor Galento
Tony Polsely
New York Boxers Baer Nova Each Earn 22517
The pair collected 22 517 25 each for their 11 round bout. Attendance reached 18 325 with 16 738 paid. Gate gross was 82 364 33 and net 60 349 57.
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Lou Nova
Max Baer
Nova Beats Baer In Eleven Round Brutal Bout
In a brutal 11th round stoppage by Referee Frank Fullam, Nova defeated Baer after a bloody exchange that left Baer with a badly lacerated lip. Nova survived Baer's early rights and used a strong straight left to ruin Baer's comeback, while fans and promoters reacted to a fierce, high‑drama fight at the arena.
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Baer
Nova
Maylie
Maxie
Boxing and baseball notes from New York sports roundups
In a June New York sport round up by Eddie Brietz, comments on a crowded boxing scene feature Galento Louis Baer Nova and quotes about the bout’s scale and celebrity. It also mentions baseball bits including Lester Reynolds’ Open fund and a St. Louis fan gift to Johnny Mize and Joe Medwick amid slumps.
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Guldahl Favored To Win U S Open At Philadelphia
New York June 2 The bookmakers set Ralph Guldahl at 6-1 as the favorite to win the U S Open at Philadelphia Country Club next week. He spoke of aiming to win or stay in the running as he enters the second round of the $5,000 Goodwill Round-Robin tournament. He noted the tough, long course and predicted 284 might suffice to win.
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Ralph Guldahl
Philadelphia Country Club
Ralph
Philadelphia
Guldahl
Olin Dutra
Ben Hogan
Goodall
Sam Snead
Standings Roundup From AP Baseball Scores
National League highlights Cincinnati over Boston 9 to 4 in 13 innings as St. Louis defeats New York 1 to 0 and Brooklyn beats Chicago 3 to 2 in 14 innings. Pittsburgh wins 5 to 2 over Philadelphia. American League notes New York 5 Cleveland 3. Washington 10 Chicago 7. Philadelphia 10 St. Louis 7. Boston 14 Detroit 5. American Association results Columbus 7 Milwaukee 2. Toledo 5 Kansas City 2. Minneapolis Louisville rain. St Paul Indianapolis 5.
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Television broadcasts bring 20000 viewers to Baer Nova fight
NBC televised the Baer Nova heavyweight bout from Yankee stadium using a portable television set. About 20 000 spectators watched and heard the match on W2XBS with clear reception in the New York area. Baer’s hair and Nova’s jabs were clearly visible on 8 to 10 inch screens.
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National Broadcasting Company Today
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Max Baer
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Nova
Hutchinson Wins Amid Wild Pitching In Toledo Tilt
Detroit Tigers pitcher Fred Hutchinson returned to Toledo for another tune up with the Mud Hens. He yielded a five walk, one wild pitch and seven strikeouts in a 5 to 1 loss that showcased his control issues against Kansas City’s league leaders.
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Pnay
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Blues
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St. Paul
Indianapolis
Joplin Club Tops Western League Standings
Joplin surged to first place in the Western Association after Springfield faltered with seven errors in a 7 to 2 loss to Hutchinson. Hutchinson’s win came with Roman Deller’s solid pitching and timely hitting. Muskogee beat Topeka 10 to 7 as Tony Gridaitis debuted with seven RBIs. Hutchinson added Ernest Devauris and Perry Bush to their roster.
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Cardinals
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Roman Deller
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Topeka
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Durham
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Perry Bush
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Fort Smith
Giants
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Two Methods Win Long Ball Games
The Reds beat the Bees 9-4 in 18 innings on power hits and timely runs. Brooklyn edged Chicago 3-2 in 14 innings as Gene Moore tripled and stole home, with Vito Tamulis earning the win after a marathon relief effort.
Lawrence Lions Golfers Enter Topeka State Tournament
A four man Lawrence Lions golf team will travel to Topeka to compete in the state Lions club golf tournament at White Lakes Country club. The squad features William Nichols C D Maier Dr J M Mott and Earl Farris. Several other Lions will play and the convention runs Monday through Tuesday with most members attending. The Jenny Wren 14 pony hitch will be featured in the Lawrence parade.
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White Lakes Country Club
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C. D. Maier
J. M. Mott
Earl Farris
Lions Club
Lawrence Club
Jenny Wren
Lawrence
Legion Gun Club Shooting Results Draw A Large Crowd
A good sized crowd enjoyed the cool breeze and entertainment at the Legion Gun Club last night. Art Anderson led many events with high scores including 25 straight from the 25 yard line and 24s in sliding handicap events. Elmer Parnell and Skip Williams posted strong scores in multiple events, with others like Dr. J. S. Perry and Blondie Matthews also notable. Estimates suggest about 9,000,000 summer car travelers will visit the two fairs, averaging 2.5 passengers per car and about 2000 miles per round trip.
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Art Anderson
Elmer Parnell
Skip Williams
Harry Nevin
Bill Bowman
Dr. J. S. Perry
Tom Leasure
Blondie Matthews
Art ‘Anderson
Snip Snyder
Odd Williams
Gene Glahn
Irma Anderson
H.A. Forney
Carl Teichgraeber
Kierulff
Melvern
H. T. Jones
L. K.zimmer
Bob Charlton
Shorty Land
Topeka
T. A. Ryan
Lou Dahlene
Bare Rabe
T. J. T. Perry
Bob Baleg
C. A. Boesner
Baseball Recap of Key Late Innings and Big Hits
Yesterday's Stars highlight Hershberger and Craft lifting the Reds past the Bees with a 13th inning homer. McGee shut out the Giants 1-0 for his fourth unbeaten win. Gomez limited Indians to seven hits as Yankees won. Miles had four singles for the Athletics and Doerr powered the Red Sox past Detroit with a trio of hits. Brubaker's eighth inning homer sparked Pittsburgh over Philadelphia. Moore tripled and stole home to help the Dodgers beat the Cubs.
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Brooklyn Dodgers
Chicago Cubs
Gene Moore
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Harry Craft
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Vito Tamuilis
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Wilson Miles
Athletics
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Bob Doerr
Detroit
Bih Brubaker
Pirates
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Phillies
Baseball scores reported for several games
Manhattan defeated Marysville 9 to 5 while Concordia clipped Fairbury 13 to 5 and Junction City beat Beloit 9 to 5 with Beloit also posting a 5 to 5 result against another opponent.
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Marysville
Fairbury
Concordia
Beloit
Junction City
Golf swing instruction on wrist cock and impact positions
The excerpt explains keeping wrists cocked before contact and using the right hand to whip the club head through. It warns against lateral hip sway and body pushing ahead of the ball, which slows speed and delays the club head. It notes the impact position and the aiming spot slightly left of the tee.
Bethel College Grants Degrees to 48 Graduates
Bethel College awarded degrees to 48 graduating seniors at commencement exercises last night. The students hailed from four states. Dr. Wilbur K. Thomas of Philadelphia delivered the commencement address.
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Wilbur K. Thomas
Philadelphia
Catch Fish in Arkansas and Recover Indian Relics
Clyde Franks and seven companions fished the White River tributaries near Flipin Arkansas for a week. They returned with plenty of fish and a collection of Indian arrowheads and a carved round stone described as a skinning knife found near their cabin.
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Clyde Franks
George Pickens
Junius Underwood
Forrest Jackson
Merle Penny
Taylor Johnson
Fred Sulzen
Glenn Moody
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White River
Motor Car Stolen From 600 Block New Hampshire
A 1937 black Dodge Coupe owned by John L. Riley a post office employee was stolen from 600 block New Hampshire street last evening police were notified at 10 25 p m no trace of the car had been reported today with license tag 16 63.
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Traffic court defendants face fines and bonds
In police court this morning W. J. Brown forfeited a $10 bond after being charged with speeding Chester Brown pleaded guilty to driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated and paid a $50 fine.
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W. J. Brown
Chester Brown
Wheat Prospects Show Sharp Shrinkage in Harvest Forecast
Chicago officials report a possible U S wheat harvest of 700 million bushels for the year. Six expert estimates end May production at 516 million bushels, down 22 million from May 1, with spring wheat at 184 million and oats near 955 million. Weather in April and May blamed for moisture shortages.
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United States
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H. C. Donovan
Canada
Pope Pius XII Sees Assurances to Maintain Peace
The pope told cardinals in Vatican City that recent diplomacy aimed at saving Europe from war brought assurances of goodwill and resolve to keep peace from major European leaders. He recalled a month ago his grave fear of imminent war and noted a lessening of tension.
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Hitler
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Cesare Orsenigo
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Italy
France
Britain
Poland
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Vatican
Rural School Supervisor Named for Topeka District
Mrs. Adah Cain of Independence will be supervisor of rural schools in the George N. McClenny administration. McClenny announced the appointment, and Cain will assume duties immediately, succeeding Miss May Hate, appointed by former Superintendent W. T. Markham.
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Adah Cain
Independence
George N. McClenny
State
McClenny
Meeting Postponed By Health Association To June 13
The regular monthly meeting of the Douglas County Health association is postponed one week from June 6 to June 13. Final reports on the year’s activities will be given. This will be the last meeting until September.
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Tuvercilosis
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