Indians explode for 26 runs in 26-3 rout after 8-4 loss
Cleveland Indians split a twilight doubleheader with the St Louis Browns. Bearden, Hegan, Doby and Judnich paced a 26-3 outburst in the nightcap after an 8-4 defeat in the opener. The surge moved Cleveland to 63-42, two games behind Philadelphia in the pennant race.
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U S Leads with 45 Firsts in Olympic Medals Race
The United States holds 45 first place medals with Sweden second at 11 as the Olympic Games near closing. The U S basketball team faces France in the finals while track and other events shape the medal table amid late competition.
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United States Faces France in Olympic Basketball Final
The United States, undefeated, meets France in the Olympic basketball final in London. France advanced to the final by beating Ireland and Brazil in earlier rounds, while the U S team holds advantages in height and speed. The crowd favors France as the sentimental underdog against the American favorites led by Bol Kurland.
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Fans Boo Him but Seminick Praised By Philly Bosses
Philadelphia fans vocally booed Andy Seminick as the Phillies faced him in a tense scene. Benny Bengough, former Yankee catcher and Phillies coach, praised Seminick calling him equal to any NL catcher and predicted a great future. Phillies manager Eddie Sawyer defended Seminick amid the backlash linking to ticket and attendance concerns at Harringay Arena.
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Brooklyn New York Major League Boxscores Highlight
In a chaotic box score summary the 1940s era game details show St Louis and Cleveland lineups, with Boudreau Doby and Westlake among offensive contributors. Pitching and fielding notes mix with partial inning results and attendance figures, reflecting a crowded doubleheader day.
Seton Pushes Walcott Bivins Title Recognition
Washington DC Congressman Hartley of New Jersey urges the National Boxing Association to recognize a proposed bout between Jersey Joe Walcott and the winner of the Ezzard Charles versus Jimmy Bivins contest on September 3. NBA Secretary Col Harvey L. Miller said the request will receive full consideration. Louis relinquished the crown after last June’s knockout in New York. Hartley chairs the House labor committee and co-authored the Taft Hartley act.
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Braves edge Dodgers 2 1 in pitching duel
Warren Spahn allowed five hits and one walk with five strikeouts as the Braves held off the Dodgers 2 1. Wally Westlake singled with two outs in the ninth to drive in the tying and winning runs in Pittsburgh's 3 2 victory over the Cardinals.
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Boxing Roundup From Brooklyn Newark and Philadelphia
In a Pro League card tied to Associated Press results Kid Gavilan 148 of Havana outpointed Buster Tyler 143 34 in Newark New Jersey. Johnos Larusso 136 of New York outpointed Johnie Dell 137 New York. Calvin Smith 133 12 of Philadelphia outpointed Lis Ramos 128 New York.
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Major League Leaders Snapshot Including Williams DiMaggio Musial
The American League leaders include Batting Williams Boston with 348 and Runs Batted In Stephens Boston. DiMaggio Boston leads Home Runs and Hits with 132. The National League showcases Musial St Louis leading in many categories including Runs and Hits with 137 and 93 respectively. Branca Branca leads 97 strikeouts.
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