Hitting faults past and present from baseball veterans
Max West criticizes modern hitters in spring training and cites wrist work and quick hands as keys to power. He recalls Ralph Kiner and urges young players to intensify practice, warning that lazy hands waste effort and time. He notes camps at San Francisco and a manager urging quick wrists for punch.
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Angels Seals Clash At Wrigley In Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Angels and the San Francisco Seals meet tonight at Wrigley Field Los Angeles. Game time is 8 pm with the Angels aiming to rebound after two wins in nine exhibitions while the Seals ride a 9-2 record in 11 games. Major league affiliates boost the rosters as Brooklyn Dodgers and Pittsburgh Pirates shuffle players to the Stars and Seraphs.
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Portland Beavers Blank Vancouver 7 0
In a one sided game the Portland Beavers defeated Vancouver 7 to 0. The box score highlights a dominant pitching performance and multiple runs early, sealing the win for Portland. Subsequent notes mention roster moves and other brief items including potential optioning of Solly Drake.
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Canadiens Ready To Clinch In Fourth Game Showdown
Montreal Canadiens, 2-1 up in the best of seven against the New York Rangers, prepare for game four with strong odds as 5 to 1 favorites. Boston Bruins and Detroit Red Wings equity shaped the other semi final as Boston trails 2-1 and hosts the Wings in the planned game four.
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Williams Attacks Government Over Joe Louis Tax Case
Sarasota star Ted Williams denounces U S government for Joe Louis back taxes and calls for debt relief or settlement. He slams Marine Corps and taft comments, defends Louis, and reiterates no criticism of Truman while noting prior blasts at officials.
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Pirates A's Battle To 0-0 Tie In 18 Innings
Pirates and Athletics played an 18 inning spring training game in which Ned Garver and Don Larsen matched zero runs on only a few hits. Bob Clemente and Milt Graff sparkled in the field as both teams featured strong pitching and defense. The marathon contest showcased top league talents and hinted at possible early season form amid rainouts and camp notes.
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Sime Morrow to Run at Compton Invitational Track Meet
Duke sprinter Dave Sime will face Olympic champion Bob Morrow of Abilene Christian in the Compton Invitational Track and Field Meet on May 31, announced today. Both sprinters are rated among the world’s best, with Sime posting 9.8 seconds in the 100 and a 20.0 in the 220, while Morrow swept dashes at Melbourne.
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Jockey Billy Pearson Blows $96,000 On TV Quiz Win
San Mateo story profiles Billy Pearson, the jockey famed for winning $96,000 on a quiz show and admitting lavish spending after years of racing and gambling. He owns art valued at $150,000 to $200,000, bought with winnings, and now rides at Bay Meadows for $34 a mount. He criticizes reliance on friends for tips after a costly dinner.
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Dupas Backers Fight Court Bid to Halt Hearings Here
In New Orleans Ralph Dupas backers sought an injunction in state court to stop Louisiana Boxing Commission hearings charging he is Negro and ineligible to box whites. Judge Rene Viosca was asked to halt further consideration of the racial charge as Dupas and promoter Heard Rages argued the commission lacks jurisdiction over his racial background and should not withdraw sanction for an April 8 bout with Vince Martinez.
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Grid Career Ended for Klosterman
Calgary Alberta Can Pon Klosterman of Compton California, former pro football star, is reported on the road to recovery after sustaining a broken back and leg in a skiing accident ten days ago. At 26, he is expected to regain health but cannot play football again. his mother Winnie Klosterman is with him at Holy Cross Hospital. An expert skier, he previously broke a leg in Germany and hopes a bone graft will strengthen his back and three broken vertebrae. Now a brokerage salesman, Klosterman will remain in hospital for an undetermined period.
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Giardello Calhoun Set for 10 Round Cleveland Clash
Rory Calhoun of New York and Joey Giardello of Philadelphia signed to meet in a 10 round welterweight bout at Cleveland Arena on April 16. Giardello earlier avoided decision in Kansas City against Willie Vaughn.
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Moreno dominates Annaloro in fifth round KO at Cow Palace
Ricardo Moreno known as Pajarito halted Gretano Annaloro in the fifth round at the Cow Palace Monday night. The 19 year old fighter displayed sharp lefts and rights to secure a knockout and improve to 28 wins while Annaloro, 8 bouts, struggled to respond. Referee Frankie Carter halted the bout after a second knockdown as manager Norman Lockwood protested. Moreno remains a hot gate attraction with a scheduled fight against Jase Cotero in Hollywood on April 23.
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