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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1947
Page
8
Ardmore edged Lawton 8 to 7 in a thriller to pull even at one game each in the Sooner State League championship playoff. Earlier, McAlester crushed Ada Herefords 11 to 3, widening its hold on second place.
Sleepy Jim Crowley tests a new chapter as owner coach of the Chicago Rockets. The article notes his pride in a fast backfield led by Elroy Hirsch and Ray Ramsey, Crowley’s past work at Fordham and Navy, and optimism for a productive season with Hunchy Hoarnachmeyer and Bullet Bill Daley shaping the offense.
Poteau high school football coach Burl Stidham resigns to join Jess Thompson’s staff at Centenary College Shreveport. Thompson’s unit features the former Cameron Aggie grid coach, cited for last year’s state and national honors. Superintendent BE L Costner says a replacement will likely be hired this weekend.
Denver Open first round hurdles at Cherry Hills as pros battled sand and water hazards. Harman Kelner of Akron posted the day’s best 71, firing a steadier score despite a costly water mishap on the 400-yard second hole. Dr Cary Middlecoff of Memphis tied for second with George Payton of Campbell and Stewart Vander of Lexington, as only 11 of the 72 starters broke par.
Peru’s Daniel Carpio became the 11th listed swimmer to attempt the English Channel but failed to set a new time record. He started from Cap Gris Nez in France and reached a moonlit Dover beach after 14 hours 48 minutes, covering a zigzag 42 mile route aided by tides.
The national tennis championship opening matches at Forest Hills were postponed today due to rain. The tournament is rescheduled to begin tomorrow weather permitting.
Brooklyn fans grew wary as the St. Louis Cardinals pressed in the standings with brisk ballplay. The Braves beat the Phillies 6 6, Handley three hits fueled Cincinnati past Pittsburgh 7 5, and a trio of late innings helped the Browns and White Sox win. Other games off slate.
Lobos coach selects George Hughes and Lou Cullen for the 10 game Border Conference schedule. Hughes, 24, 192 pounds from Roosevelt Oklahoma, and Cullen, 265 pounds from Meadville Pennsylvania, are veterans slated to start this season. Both players are married.
Key batting, pitching and fielding leaders from the National and American Leagues include Walker and Mize atop batting and runs in the NL with 355 and 119 respectively. Kiner, Robinson, and Baumholtz feature in hits and bases, while Williams and Pesky lead the AL in batting and RBIs. Pitching leaders list Jansen and others with win totals and strikeout counts, as insurance ads close the section.
Dallas and Shreveport struggles mark a sharp slump as Dallas loses 6-3 to Tulsa dropping to fourth place while Tulsa climbs to third. Houston widens lead with a 4-2 win over San Antonio as Fort Worth split a doubleheader with Oklahoma City. Beaumont pounded Shreveport 9-3 with Goldie Holt pitching and Benumone in manager duties. Clarence Beers earned his 24th win for the Buffs, backed by John Hernandez’s three hits.
The Associated Press reports yesterday’s standout bats and pitching have Jett Heath and Vic Lonardi leading with key performances. Heath hit a two run homer in the first inning helping Rats St Toula win 2-1 over Manes. Lonardi shut out New York with five hits in a 2-0 victory, delivering strong starts over a three year span.
Baseball results from the later rational league update are summarized with the key outcomes and standings, highlighting teams, scores, and notable performances as reported in the period.
The night featured multiple bouts with several knockouts and points decisions. In Vero, 152-pound fighter knocked out Len Tay-Tin, while Joe Blackwood stopped Georgie Martin in Patterson New Jersey. Bobby Haglioh out pointed Jimimy McLarabt in Fall River and New Bedford area bouts.
Stillwater reports a tense football practice as the Cowboys run an hour-long workout without the regular scrimmage. Paula Valley standout Thomas hit targets accurately despite a slight injury this week.
Wolverines meet the powerful Fred Crith Bombers in a scrimmage tonight at Roosevelt. Frederick also brings back most of last year’s squad and seems set to challenge for the District 1-A title. If Lawton performs well it could boost confidence as the drive to defend the District 2-A crown continues.
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