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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1928
Page
5
In the News Star sports section a tennis note sits under a broader baseball column praising George Lott. The piece contrasts the New York Yankees runaway lead in the American League with waning fan enthusiasm in other cities and notes owner Jake Ruppert and magnate Miller Huegin’s iron will behind a dominant club.
The piece warns about dwindling receipts as second division clubs lag behind the Yankees. It argues leagues must act to build stronger teams akin to the Yankees or face handicap on opening day. A sports sage muses the Yankees might still win even if given 25 defeats.
Chicago star George Lott, famed for his unorthodox chop stroke and cap, has earned a regular position on the U S Davis Cup squad after a strong showing in the St Louis trials. His rise follows a period of intense speculation after ranking third, just behind Tilden and Hunter, reflecting a midwestern surge in American tennis prominence.
In Chicago Jack Berg of London defeated Freddie Mueller of Buffalo. Chicago’s Joey Medill beat Steve McDonald of Canada. Earl Mastro of Chicago defeated Mike Sansone of St. Louis. In Kentucky Lou Love lace of Terre Haute won over Harry Kreindler of Cincinnati. Danny Budd of Terre Haute outpointed Jimmy Brown of Cincinnati. Howard Mitchell of Cincinnati defeated Ray Man Hook of Terre Haute.
Louisiana golf's state championship kicks off in New Orleans with 150 players entering qualifiers after rain postponed rounds. Championship flight trimmed to 16 finalists, 36 holes halved to finish by Sunday if weather cooperates. Fred Lamprecht seeks a third title as McClure eyes defense, with George Bush and Ross McDade among top challengers.
Hattiesburg beat Alexandria 5 to 3 as rain affected the Hattiesburg Alexandria game. Atlanta edged Memphis 5 to 4 and Birmingham defeated Little Rock 8 to 2. Chicago beat Boston 5 to 4 while New Orleans and Mobile played on wet grounds. Pittsburgh won 4 to 3 in 11 innings over Neway. Other games were rained out or unsettled.
The text presents a fragmented line about a driller and averages, with repeated phrases and unclear context. No coherent event or names emerge to anchor a factual summary.
Report on Guts Keeven finishing third at the 1326 British Open at St Anna’s and Walter Hagen’s provocative British golf remarks. The Times quote criticizes Hagen’s lack of sportsmanship following Hagen Compston match results and Hagen’s poor showing in 1921.
The piece notes Britain’s mixed views on Walter, citing his cockiness and late finish with Abe Mitchell, who he beat after trailing by four at 36 holes. It praises British sportsmanship and hints at a noble reaction to a competitive athlete’s performance.
The respected golfer Hagen faced a brutal onslaught but stayed serene and courteous. He signed autographs for 20 minutes after finishing 18 holes down with 18 to play and made a hopeful 3 on a long putt that wouldn’t drop. His sportsmanlike conduct and steady play earned praise and hinted at future danger at Sandwich.
Birmingham widened its five game lead in the Southern association after beating Little Rock 8 to 2. Memphis stumbled 5 to 4 to Atlanta as Ray Francis yielded nine hits but held under pressure. Simons collected three hits in three at bats as Birmingham totalled twelve hits off Turpin. Cullop hit his eleventh homer for Atlanta in the first inning.
Despite threats from the Chicks, several games were postponed or altered as wet grounds forced New Orleans and Mobile to cancel. Nashville and Chattanooga remained unscheduled while others faced delays with runners left on base in many innings.
Cars driven by B. W. White of 1315 Trenton Street and Mrs. J H. Dumas of 404 Clayton Street collided at the east end of the traffic bridge at 7 25 am yesterday. A fender hub cap and steering gear were damaged on the first car and a hub cap on the second.
In an advertising note the phrase Angelene is presented as the preferred option and urged to be requested by name. The message underscores brand emphasis and direct consumer instruction.
Eddie Gisburne a WEEI Boston radio announcer who lost a leg at Vera Cruz in 1914 has learned to play golf well enough to regularly break 100. He now drives about 180 yards and handles irons and putts as well as many two legged players, showcasing a remarkable swing adaptation.
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