Accident Fatal To Gus Stanford and Sporting Notes From 1940s Boxing
Gus Stanford a Cameron Aggies boxer from Fort Worth died after a week of battle en route to California to join the Merchant Marines. The article recalls notable early 1940s boxers Barry Darby Luke Tainpeah and Bruce Tomah and their fates. The piece also covers football red-shirting at Texas Tech and other sports notes and humorous columns.
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Chicago
Moreno Brothers Set for Derby Rivalry
New York April 6 UP Two Moreno brothers Henry and Pete rise as rivals in the Kentucky Derby mythic showdown. Henry rode Dark Star to last year’s Derby win and aimed for Turn-To’s favorite status until an injury paused that hope. Pete, with less saddle time, followed a rapid ascent from Chicago shoe shines to California tracks, seeking Derby glory alongside his elder brother.
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Women’s Pro Golf Tournament Set in Missouri
The association announced a 54 hole women’s professional golf tournament to be played at Glen Echo Country Club in St Louis September 10 11 and 12. It marks the first pro women’s tour event in the area in about 14 years.
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Oklahoma And Tulsa Win In Tennis Matches
Oklahoma defeated Oklahoma Baptist University 5-2 as Charles Cahill of OBU beat Russell Fuller 7-5 4-6 6-3. The Hurricanes split a doubles set, with Tulsa also posting wins in the day’s matches.
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Richards Sees Johnson as Key Help for White Sox
White Sox manager Paul Richards says pitcher Don Johnson has transformed into a smarter, stronger hurler and will help Chicago. Johnson, who impressed in spring with a 6 2 win over the Cardinals, has learned to mix a slider and control.
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Nets Banned for 12 Oklahoma Lakes by Game and Fish
The Oklahoma Game and Fish Commission ordered commercial fishermen to remove nets from 12 state lakes including Texoma and Cedar Lake, citing ongoing infringements. The ban takes effect April 15, with fishermen instructed to stop using nets at lakes such as Reenleaf, Murray, Carl Blackwell, Heyburn, and Salt Plains.
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Golf Greats See Unknowns Threaten Masters Field
Masters organizers note the 1954 field includes many newcomers unlikely to win. John Dawson names Gene Littler as the most interesting rookie, while Cary Middlecoff backs Ted Kroll, Ben Hogan supports Gardner Dickinson, and Byron Nelson picks Ken Venturi as a rising star. 22 amateurs compete among many lesser known players poised to make a surprise run at Augusta National.
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Kazanski 1-A Hitting Hard for Phillies in Spring
SPARTANBURG South Carolina Ted Kazanski 1-A spring trainee for the Philadelphia Phillies sports a .417 pace on 20 hits in 48 at bats and has at least one safety in 14 straight games. Managers ONeill and Mayer credit adjustments to his stance and hang near the bat’s sweet spot for power gains.
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Oklahoma City coaches gain raises to boost summer salaries
Oklahoma City Board of Education approves a $200 annual salary increase for high school football coaches, lifting the former maximum from $4,000 to $4,200. The action follows multiple resignations over the low pay and adds 11 summer positions for other coaches at $500 more yearly.
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Ford wins Greensboro Open in playoff for top prize
Doug Ford of Kiamesha Lake New York sprinted the 6723 yard Starmount Forest course in 2 hours 50 minutes and 72 strokes to beat Marty Furgol by three shots in a playoff for the $2000 Greensboro Open title.
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Vukovich Seen As Triple Winner at San Francisco Race
In San Francisco on April 6 Wilbur Shaw dominates the 500 mile event capturing the overall victory and leading a strong showing for Vukovich who is noted as a triple winner in the report.
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O'Connell Slumping But Holds 2B Job for Braves
O'Connell shows defensive edge over Dittmer for the second base post while outhitting him. He is favored to start the National League opener next Tuesday at Cincinnati as Charlie Grimm maintains a brisk pace and posts a batting average around .294 to .266 for the Braves. The club reportedly traded six players and cash.
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Cincinnati
Charlie Grimm
Braves
Cowpokes Rally Past Hurricane in Eight Run Win
In Stillwater Oklahoma the Cowpokes defeated Hurricane 23 to 4. Patrick hit two home runs and Hank Walker, Ron Bennett, and Max Bunyard added one each. Walker also collected a triple and a single.
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Coast Loop Opens Schedule Tonight
Los Angeles reports the Pacific Coast League begins its 53rd season with five games on opening night led by Rowland as the league sets its course for the new campaign.
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Softball Clubs Set Exhibition Tonight
The Southwest Bell softball team will meet 136th Ord in an evening exhibition. Bob Small, manager, plans to pitch Cedric in his first outing of the year. Officials of the Law-...
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Bevo And Coach Shopping Around
Bevo and coach consider leaving Rio Grande amid financial strain and eligibility questions. Oliver says offers elsewhere loom, while Francis contemplates spring decision to avoid further debt as NCAA scoring figures spark controversy.
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Lawton Competing In Triangular Track Meet
Lawton, El Reno and Chickasha compete in a triangular track meet in Chickasha with the winner gaining momentum for the Boomer conference meet at Duncan next month. Lawton sends junior high teams and varsity runners after a solid fourth in Duncan last week.
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Lawton High Beats Wichita Falls in 3-1 Shuffle
Lawton high school defeated Wichita Falls in a 3-1 game after both teams entered with 5-2 records and 3-0 on the mound. Wolverines aimed for a sweep, while both squads failed to plate a run earlier this season.
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Sooner State Wolf Hunters to hold spring field trials near Randlett
The Sooner State Wolf Hunters Association plans its annual spring field trials and beach show near Randlett Oklahoma in May. The event invites hunters and enthusiasts to participate in organized tests and displays of wolf hunting skills.
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Charles Pledges Bold Comeback Bid Against Marciano
Grim-eyed Ezzard Charles vows to regain the heavyweight title in a June 17 title fight at Yankee Stadium with Rocky Marciano. He reflects on past losses to Walcott and Louis era greats, insists he is in prime form, and says this may be his last chance if defeated.
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