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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1949

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Local Quartet Big Help to Twinks in Spring Training

Fred Haney praises the Hollywood Stars rebuilding effort and early success as they sit atop the Pacific Coast League with a 14 6 win over Oakland. Olsen and Salveson combined for seven hits and a late relief showing, while Jack Salveson saved the ninth inning to preserve a 5 4 result.

Red Haney Hollywood Stars Brooklyn Haney Oakland Inalaeme Pad Fred Oaks Baal Walter Olsen Jack Peepke Dack Salveson Chuck Evens Simran Olsen Salveson Jack San Francisco Seals Jack Pinky Woods

Detroit Ace Clips Homers In Tight Loss

Detroit hitters groth and Newhouser spark a high scoring game as Giants or opponents clash in a late rally. Groth drives in runs with a double while a veteran Yankee hits a go ahead homer. Attendance climbs near 71 thousand as both teams showcase power and defense in a dramatic early season matchup.

Olympic Cancels Joe Louis Exhibition Bout

The Olympic press service in Los Angeles announced an exhibition bout featuring Joe Louis has been canceled. Louis, a retired heavyweight, was set to box Turkey Thompson on May 10, with no fighters named by the matchmaker Babery. The cancellation follows Louis remaining on the Guild blacklist.

LOS_ANGELES Olympic Es Joe Louis Babery Louis Turkey Thompson

Saints Rally Clinches Dual Meet Victory Over Downey High

Saint Anthony's track team dominated Downey High in a dual meet on their home oval. Hurdler Hern and sprinter Scovil led a clean sweep across divisions while Lavern Bell's squad dominated with a 64 to 30 margin in one event and 42 to 34 in another. Multiple athletes posted top marks, including a yard dash time near 9.6 seconds and high jump ties, as the Saints secured the sweep with strong performances throughout the day.

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Peek Results and Star Camp Signings Highlight Local Prospects

The Brooklyn scouts watched Olsen Paepke and Paepke signings from Long Beach Poly and Compton High School as future stars. Olsen, 25, shows strong early hitting and 16 strikeouts in 21 2/3 innings, while Paepke brings multi-sport credentials. Both pitchers have key minor league histories and recent good form, with Hollywood and Branch Rickey connections boosting their profile.

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Versatile Paepke Earns Slab For Stars In Sunday Game

Paepke, a jack of all trades, pitched seven innings allowing one earned run and three hits as the Stars fell 2-0 to the Seals. Haney plans more Dodger prospects to bolster the Stars while Olsen Pacoke Salveson and Stevens are expected to stick with Hollywood.

San Francisco Paepke The Stars Haney Jack Fred Florida Dodger Vero Beach Paupke St. Paul American ‘Association Holly Wood Seals Don Dempsey Olsen Pacoke Salveson Stevens Hollywood

St Anthony's to Oppose Loyola Cubs Tomorrow

St Anthony's High and Loyola High meet in Catholic loop baseball action tomorrow at Recreation Park at 3 pm, with St Anthony's riders unbeaten in three league games led by pitcher Mickey Willett and Loyola countering with Stu Carr on the mound after a 6 0 victory over Mt Carmel.

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Feller on Shelf for One Week

Dr Robert F Hyland examined Cleveland pitcher Bob Feller and ordered a rest for ailing shoulder for a week possibly longer. The physician said it is too early to determine if the injury is permanent.

St, Louis Bobby Feller Robert.f. Hyland Cleveland

State Loop Opens Race Tomorrow in California Circuit

The Class C California Loop begins operations. Visalia Modesto and Santa Barbara are among listed venues. President von pre dictates the schedule as teams prepare for the opener.

San Francisco California Loop Ikerafield Visalia Modesto Santa Barbara Vanttirs von Predicta

Leo Durocher Says Dodgers Can’t Steal First

Brooklyn April 21 AP Leo Durocher notes the Dodgers still face strong rivals. He questions if star players are worth big salaries and predicts tough competition with Boston and New York. Durocher remains confident in his team’s defense and potential under manager Rickey’s guidance.

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Sugar Ray Stops Turner in Eighth Round

Sugar Ray landed a sharp 8th round technical knockout on Turner as Turner suffered a savage hook to the jaw and a barrage of rights to the chin. Turner, listed around 155 pounds, fought back but failed to answer the count before the bell ended the fight.

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Kielty Sees Women’s Golf Grow More Challenging

From the Western Amateur, Kielty notes women’s golf has become harder. A player from Long Beach's Virginia Country Club reflects on the tougher competition after a recent tournament, describing the overall outing as a first-time experience with improved rival play.

Pay Angeles Delveres Agaiast Ieee Long Beach Virginis Country Club

Injuries Hit Polo Squads in International Series

In Los Angeles on April 21 AP reports a deciding polo match between Argentina and Riutiad Sites. Star players Ham Tampered Tournette and 9 goalists Pone Loo and Roberto Cavanagh played for both sides. George Oliver of the U.S. team endured a badly bruised toe as Tortugas Four won in overtime. Oliver was hit by a ball last Sunday, attracting headlines for the international series.

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