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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1952
Page
10
An ode to the enduring drama of the Indianapolis 500, contrasting its heat and dust with the fame of other major sports. It recalls dramatic moments from 1927 including Norman Batten's heroic, dangerous escape and a near sitdown strike in 1934 sparked by driver Howdy Wilcox.
The article recounts unusual outcomes in the Indianapolis 500 including 1912 when Ralph DePalma pushed a coughing car across the line for a loss, 1937 near photo finish Wilbur Shaw over Ralph Hepburn by 0.16 seconds, and wartime sabotage rumors. It also notes Ted Horn’s late pace and grit in sand contaminated oil and the 1947 misread back board leading Bill Holland to wait for 1949 victory.
Auto racing fans in Indianapolis debate whether Lee Wallard's 1951 126,244 mph average can be surpassed in the Memorial 50 tomorrow. The 33-car field is faster in qualifying, but weather, wrecks, and engine wear may limit speed. Meyer notes engines may fail before the end. Ascari to drive a durable Ferrari V-12, Agabashian fields a Cummins diesel special.
Harold Whitaker, 14, tried flutter kicking in phase three of the Journal YMCA Learn To Swim program at the local pool. Instructor B P Allen praised his powerful kick but advised relaxation to improve technique as Whitaker completed ten feet of gliding and practiced breathing between strokes.
New York reports show Cincinnati Reds pitcher Herman Wehmeier has allowed 12 home runs by the quarter mark, leading the majors in this dubious statistic. Cleveland's Early Wynn tops the American League with six homers allowed, followed by Bob Feller and Duane Pillette with five each.
Chicago. Cardinal manager Eddie Stanky apologized to newsmen for an outburst after the Cardinals 7 2 loss to the Cubs. He said the incident stemmed from a bad disposition and temper and disclosed an automatic 50 dollar fine against pitcher Harry Brecheen for a third inning bunt on a pitch out. Musial left the field with a knee injury and was expected to rejoin the lineup Friday.
Cleveland Barons face the final hurdle for entry to the National Hockey League as the league requires 60 percent arena stock owned by Cleveland residents. About 30 percent must shift from non residents, largely Detroit, to local investors, with stock already made available and buyers being contacted.
Hank Siefke, 18, Lisbon Ohio, struck out 17 in 9 innings of work to earn Mount Union College a 1-0 victory over Hiram. The freshman faces 34 batters, has 51 strikeouts in 39 innings this season, with four hits and three walks allowed.
Cincinnati Reds defeat Pittsburgh 5 to 2 as Roy McMillan and Bobby Adams hit solo homers. Bob Borkowski adds a triple and Wally Post contributing a two run single. Ken Raffensberger earns his sixth win despite eight hits allowed. Pirates’ Johnny Merson hits a homer, double, and triple. The series concludes with an afternoon game as Harry Perkowski slated to pitch.
Detroit, in a spoiler role, beat Cleveland 6-2 for the fourth straight time as Larry Doby hit a two run homer and Ted Gray out pitched Mike Garcia. Garcia's loss snapped his five game win streak. Feller to start next, Leach leaves for Dennison amid talks on his contract.
Magazines tell pan fishing is ideal now with cheese as a top bait. The author recalls a May perch and brook trout experience, noting night bullhead fishing after rain and a survey ranking baits like fresh brood minnows cheese and entrails.
Ken Wable of Muskingum College, set to graduate in June, is appointed athletic director and head football coach at New London High School. He succeeds Bob Brownson, who moves to Portsmouth High School as head football mentor.
Pittsburgh fans witness a lighthearted, bleak season as the Pirates fall deeper in the National League race. Kenny Raffensberger wins to push Cincinnati over Pittsburgh while Willie Mays heads to Army duty and other NL results shift the standings.
The current standings show New York leading with 26 wins and 8 losses, Brooklyn at 23 10, Chicago 21 16, Cincinnati 19 17, Philadelphia 15 18, St. Louis 17 21, Boston 13 19, and Pittsburgh 7 32. Today’s games: New York at Philadelphia, Boston at Brooklyn, Cincinnati at Pittsburgh. Wednesday’s results include New York 6 Brooklyn 2, Chicago 7 St. Louis 2, Cincinnati 5 Pittsburgh 2. Friday’s schedule features Cincinnati at Chicago and St. Louis at Pittsburgh with all doubleheaders.
The American League standings show Cleveland 24 15 .615 and 0 games back. Washington 20 15 .571, Boston 20 15 .571, New York 17 15 .531, Chicago 19 19 .500. Detroit 11 23 .324, St. Louis 9 23 .452, Philadelphia 13 18 .419. Tonight Detroit at Cleveland, Philadelphia at New York, Washington at Boston, Detroit at St. Louis. results include Cleveland 6 Detroit 2 and St. Louis 3 Chicago 1.
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