Red Sox power masks Pirates in 12-4 win
Boston slugged two-run homers from Ted Williams and Junior Stephens and added DiMaggio and Doerr three more, lifting the Red Sox to a 12-4 victory to sweep the Pirates. Pittsburgh managed two runs until the ninth inning when two scores came with bases loaded walks and a single.
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Birmingham
Ala
Boston
Red Sox
Pittsburgh Pirates
Ted Williams
Junior Stephens
Dom DiMaggio
Bobby Doerr
National League Pirates
Charlie Schanz
Nanny Fernandez
Baseball Exhibition Roundup Rounds Up Home Runs and Injuries
In an array of spring games, the Senators routed Philadelphia 17-5 with three infield errors by Bob Dillinger and a six-run first inning against Wyse. Cleveland rookie Luke Easter injured, out for exhibitions, as the Indians beat the Giants 12-6 behind Allie Clark and an eight-inning relief effort by Bob Lemon. Cubs beat Shreveport 7-5 with Roy Smalley and Carmen Mauro homering, while Detroit’s Tigers tie Chicago White Sox 8-5 as Virgil Trucks earns the win and Gus Zernial hits a homer Two separate exhibitions showcase sluggers, fielding miscues, and early-season form.
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Red Schoendienst
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Frank Smith
Sam Jethroe
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Johnny Antonelli
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Luke Easter
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Chico Pieretti
Gus Zernial
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Big Gun
PGA And Pro Tourists Settle Differences in Augusta
In Augusta Georgia the PGA and touring pros resolved a months long dispute. The players gain near total control of tournament operations through a joint committee guiding the tournament bureau until a June meeting in Columbus Ohio. Notable members include Joe Novak Lawson Little Sam Snead Jimmy Demaret and Chick Harbert.
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George Schneiter
Tony Penna
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Schneiter
Sam Snead
Ben Hogan
Carey Middlecoff
Little
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Novak
Wamed
Recreation Bowling League Latest Results Card
Recreation Bowling League results list teams and scores with upcoming matchups. Notable high scores include R Whitmore 152-398 for Schlitz Beer and high team game 612 by Mercer Jones along with high team match 1,748 by Colonial Jewelry Co. The note also includes a historical Bible printing statistic.
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Old Reading
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R. Whitmore
Schlitz Beer
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W. L. Pel Kelly’s Mall
McKenzie-Amoco
VFL
Jack's Fee Service
Broad Runch
Old Reading Beer
Asco Bt
Lawson's Garage
Bennie's Care
Hill Prince Tops Derby Contenders After Jamaica Sprint Win
Hill Prince's performance in the Jamaica Experimental Handicap boosted him to 4-1 in Derby futures, second only to Oil Capitol's 7-2. The colt, trained by C. T. Chenery and ridden by Eddie Arcaro, clocked 1:22 for six furlongs and finished strong by a length, with a season's score of $14,200. April 15 marks Experimental No. 2, followed by Wood Memorial and the Derby on May 6. Middleground remains a key rival, having outworked Better Self at Belmont and rated two pounds above Hill Prince in weights.
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New York
Hill Prince
Jamaica
C. T. Chenery
Tom Gray
Oil Capitol
Churchill Downs
Prince
Wood Memorial
John Cox Brady
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Primequilla
Eddie Arcaro
Laggard
Gate Hill
Cowdin
Aqueduct
Arcaro
SGU
Mate
Monmouth Park
Casemate
Stareease
White Hall Prince
Kang Raneh
Middleground
Better Self
Belmont Park
Reds Fate Hinges on Blackwell Comeback in Roanoke
Roanoke April 9. The Reds fate rests on Ewell Blackwell as he attempts a comeback from kidney surgery and weight gain. If he regains form he could boost Cincinnati 15 to 20 games, lifting them from last year’s seventh place finish. The article notes Ted Kluszewski and Walker Cooper provide power, while Lou Klein fills second base, and pitchers Ken Raffensberger Herm Wehmeier Kent Peterson Howie Fox Harry Perkowski and others aim to steady the mound.
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Ewell Blackwell
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Reds
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Ted Kluszewski
Walker Cooper
Grady Hatton
Virgil Stallcup
Boulder Dam
Ken Raffensberger
Ron Northey
St. Louis Cardinals
Cooper
Cardinal
Sewell
Lou Klein
Northey
Harry Walker
Six Die As Auto And Pickup Collision Near Richlands Va
A head on crash on U S Route 19 near Richlands five miles south of town killed six people and seriously injured two others. Five occupants died at the scene, a sixth died later in hospital. Names include Oma Shelton 24 Raven Va and Larry Hess 17 Omega Dye 37 Paul Hess 19 Guy Whitt 16 Glenn Whitt 19 all of Swords Creek Va. The wreck happened around 1045 p m with extensive left side damage to both vehicles.
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Raven
Larry Jack Hess
Omega Dye
Paul Esmerine Hess
Guy Eugene Whitt
Glenn Asa Whitt
Swords Creek
Tavewell County
Pope Speaks To Great Throng In Holy Year Service
Pope Pius XII urged a return to Christ’s teaching and social justice during a massive Easter Holy Year observance in Vatican City. About 50,000 worshippers filled St. Peter’s Basilica and 450,000 more lined St. Peter’s Square for the nearly three hour address in Latin. He warned of crimes and wars when the Divine road is abandoned and urged readers to follow Christ’s example toward justice and truth.
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Kiner Homers And Bue Fans Are Happy
Pittsburgh fans cheer when Ralph Kiner hits a homer at Forbes Field as the Pirates fall 8-3 to the Red Sox in spring action. Rumors on his health swirl but manager Billy Meyer says no serious issue. Fans recall last year’s attendance surge driven by Kiner and hope for more big crowds this season.
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Ike
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Kiner, Hamey and Co
Demaret Wins Masters Tournament In Gulf
Demaret captured his third Masters Gulf title at Augusta finishing with a 289 total after a final round 69. Ferrier led early and finished with a 75 in a late collapse, while Demaret’s steady back nine sealed the victory on the 6900 yard course. Ben Hogan also drew attention as Ferrier and Hogan chased the leaders.
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Jmmy Demaret
Kim Ferrier
Aypo
Demarel
Ferrier
Teemarel
Ben Hagan
Demaret
Jenkins And Beau Jack Do Fight In Washington
Former lightweight champions Lew Jenkins and Beau Jack meet in Washington, D C marking the twilight of their careers. The bout will be broadcast and televised, with two young featherweight prospects Sandy Sneddier and Billy Graham also in action. One page note covers a murder verdict in Raleigh and an ancient secret codes reference from Britannica.
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New York
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Washington, D.C
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Crow Sweetwater
Tex
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Carther
Ony Bony
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Sandy Sneddier
Willie Pop
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Ruben Davis
Philadelphia
Randy
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Kiet Cavilan
Lekesan
Paul Burton
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