New York Drops Tribe Out of Lead
The Indians lost 4-1 to the Yankees ending a five game win streak and dropping Cleveland from first in the American League race. Allie Reynolds earned the win with nine hits allowed and Kenny Keltner homered for the Indians. Philadelphia Athletics moved into top spot by beating St. Louis 3-2 in 11 innings as the Phillies swept Cincinnati 4-3.
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Pro Golf Circuit Struggles for Money-Winner Spotlight
The circuit lacks a standout money-winner as Byron Nelson and Ben Hogan dominated prewar and Nelson later racked up about 30 victories during the war period. Lloyd Mangrum led in earnings with three top prizes at Del Monte Rio Grande and Greensboro Open. Chick Harbert also claimed wins at Jacksonville and Charlotte RACINE NAMES PRA SCH AS WASHINGTON PARK AD ATHLETIC DIRECTOR. Arcadia’s Rudagar loses grip as Alemite seizes feature pace at Santa Anita.
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Pro Basketball Leagues Pivot Amid Drafting War
The BAA and NBL, now expanded and contracting, held quick drafts. The NBL announced a Detroit Forum, Inc franchise and a June 14 Chicago meeting to review nine more applicants. Leo Ferris warned of court action over player rights as NBL clubs threaten legal battles if teams leave. Minneapolis Lakers adapt by re-signing George Mikan for about 12,500, with Jim Pollard also renewed. Ed McNeese, Ed McGhee? draft rumors rise as Chicago Stags reportedly pick Ed.
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Bruce Smith Signs 1948 Packers Contract
Bruce Smith, Minnesota All American halfback, signed a 1948 contract with the Green Bay Packers after turning down a coaching offer and delaying until he secured capable management for his Fairbank t Minn retail business. He becomes the 18th Packer to sign this year.
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Young catcher defies odds to star in high school baseball
Robert W. Osgood, told three years earlier he had three years to live, chased his dream at Somerville High. Supervised by parents, he earned acclaim on Massachusetts all scholastic teams, signed with the Chicago Cubs, and rose to the Chicago farm system. After influenza recovery, he collapsed during a rain postponed game in Richmond Indiana and died of a heart attack at 19.
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Ruths First Catcher To Be Honored Sunday
Sherrill New York will honor Ben Egan Ruths first catcher with a day long Benner day celebration. The 60 year old former player spent 10 seasons in the majors and will be joined by Albert Bender and Al Schacht among other guests. Egan caught Ruth when the home run king began in 1914 for the Baltimore club of the International league.
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Cleveland in Dire Need of Pitching
Cleveland's Jake Boudreau discusses the team’s pitching woes after Feller, Lemon, Gettel, Black, Muncrief, and Bearden. The skipper notes the club is three over the limit and won’t cut to 25 until May 19. Hank Greenberg, now a part owner, says the outfield must settle first while the infield shows unsteady signs until the youngsters prove themselves.
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Mid Season City Bowling Meet Debated by Monroe Association
Monroe Bowling Association members gather at Turner Hall for its annual meeting. A motion to move the 1949 city tournament to mid season was approved after discussion citing conflicts with state tournaments and postholiday sweepers. Officers reelected include Charley Mathias as president and Louis Stauffacher as first vice president. Prizes from the city meet awarded to VFW No. 2, Joe Johnson, Bob Fernstaedt, Orson Robertson, and Ralph Lueck. Automatic foul lines announced for next season.
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Baseball scoreboard from yesterday and schedule for tomorrow
National League results show Philadelphia defeating Cincinnati 4 to 3 while Boston at St Louis and New York at Chicago were postponed by rain. American League scores list New York 4 Cleveland 1 Detroit 4 Washington 1, Boston 8 Chicago 0, and Philadelphia 3 St Louis 2 in 11 innings at night. Tomorrow Philadelphia visits Pittsburgh, Brooklyn plays Cincinnati, Detroit visits Washington, and Chicago travels to Boston among other scheduled games. Also notes steel rail prices fell from 250 to under 50 per ton since 1863.
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