American tennis team named for England matches
The United States Lawn Tennis Association announced an American team for June matches in England and at Wimbledon. Top stars declined due to business and other commitments, to be replaced by two young players from the Midwest and the coast alongside veterans from Chicago Newport and New England. Garland will captain. Casey is hailed as a rising talent with strong court service.
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Dempsey Match Delay Hinted By Committee
The committee signaled a possible three month wait before acting on boxing match applications as officials warned Jack Dempsey to prepare for a delayed ruling. Phelan stated weeks or months could pass while the panel decides, with assurances of full protection if the bout proceeds amid safety concerns. Gamages and his wife thanked the commissioners and departed.
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Park Tennis Draw Nearing for City Championships
Draws for the San Pedro Park women singles semifinalists will be made at 4 PM Wednesday at San Pedro Park courts with play starting at 4 30 PM The field includes Mrs Richard Brent Louise Schiffers Mia Ruel McDaniel and Kathleen Minchelis Many entries are coming in for the tournament Women s doubles start Friday with draws completed Thursday evening Roosevelt Park plans to enter many girls from Tadkwiridge High School in doubles due to their absence in singles.
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Amateur golfers rush to sign for national tourney
In New York on April 29, a flood of entrants for the 1983 national open championship at Wolvo drew 242 players already, with at least 100 more expected by Friday. Notable entrants include Bobby Tones, Chick Evans, and Angel de La Lorre of Madrid, the only foreign competitor.
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Briday
Bobby Tones
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Angel de la Lorre
Madrid
Spain
Tennis set to crown new season with Davis Cup host country
April reports indicate a record-breaking tennis season with some 450 sanctioned events planned for 1925. The Davis Cup remains the international centerpiece while top British Australian and American players prepare for the season, featuring Anderson Patterson and Hawkes as key figures in the guest lineup.
McKeever Ill With Pneumonia After Ebets Death
Edward J. McKeever, acting president of the Brooklyn baseball club since Charles Ebbetts died in April, is seriously ill with pneumonia at his Brooklyn home. He is 62, and with brother Stephen W. McKeever, he helped acquire half the club in 1912.
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Normoyle League Pitchers in Form
Camp Normoyte Lesage teams compete in tight games with successive shutouts and close scores. Company CG defeats D 1 to 0 and B37 shuts out A 2 to 0 as Swift faces Cartlxony in a pitching duel. B-3 beats A with two runs, Harkey fans 13, Hall fans nine for the losers.
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Tall
Nurmi Aims for World Record Miles at Los Angeles Meet
Paavo Nurmi of Finland seeks a new world record for a mile and a half at the Los Angeles Coliseum meet against Lloyd Hahn. The program also features Willie Plint in a 2000-meter walk and Johnny Myril in the javelin, with Southern California sprinters in a 400-yard race as lights illuminate the stadium.
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Johnny Myris
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Ruth to leave hospital in ten days New York
Ronard G. Barrow Yankee business manager said Babe Ruth would be discharged from the hospital within ten days after his physician reported improvement. Barrow also announced newspaper visits to Ruth’s room would resume Saturday and that Ruth may use a wheelchair daily.
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Weissmuller Wins Record Swim in Los Angeles Meet
Johnny Weissmuller defeated Sam Kahanamoku in a 0yard freestyle match race at the Los Angeles Athletic Club last night. Weissmuller clocked 234-10 seconds and led the Illinois Adhere Club to victory in the relay, while Weissmuller was named outstanding swimmer.
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Pittsburg Teams Schedule Busy Weekend In May
Pittsburg Water Heaters practice Friday at 3 after a Carolina Street diamond session led by Manager Grover Welker. May 3 is an oven day with no Citr Teague games. May 10 features Tesas Steam Laundry vs Nel-Stones, Pittsburg Water-Heaters vs Gulf Refiners, and Sacred Heart vs Public Service Company all at 3 p.m. next league meeting set for May 6.
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University Girls Heave Horseshoes At Texas Campus
University of Texas adds horseshoe pitching to physical training with trial classes near the gym. The sport, once popular with men, now sees high enthusiasm from female students as intramural programs include over 60 pairs of shoes for practice.
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Dourts
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Steers and Bears Climb in Pitching and Hitting Race
Baylor's Red Gore blanked Arkansas continuing strong streak while Carl Preeze shut out Arkansas for Baylor. Texas Longhorns led by Jubilh Clements drove past Arkansas A g g ies 10 3 with two home runs and Smith of the Steers hit his second homer of the series. Arkansas meets the Aggies midweek on the road.
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Kentucky Cardinal Sale Tops Turfland Gossip
Louisville report says Kentucky Cardinal, a Western Derby favorite, was sold for about 70,000 dollars to G. Frank Croissant of Chicago. Breckenridge indicated a share in earnings from Derby, Belmont, and other races. Croissant, new to racing, must win major events to recoup the price as Cardinal’s 2 year old earnings totaled 24,300 dollars. Derby workouts amid rain featured Captain Hal, Lee C Conner, and Quatrain in mud times.
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Bears Must Beat North Texans, Says Coleman
Bob Coleman predicts tough matchups from Fort Worth Wichita Falls and Dallas as the Bears aim to beat North Texans. He notes Dallas has a weaker lineup so far and doubts Houston will challenge after warming up. He expects wind at home to hinder Buff Kid pitching and flags Beau mont and Waco as limited threats due to their pitching.
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Manna Home Wins 2000 Guineas at New Markey
Manna, by Phalaris out of Watfies, won the two thousand guineas stakes at New Markey. St Becan was second and Ooojah third among thirteen runners. Betting favored Manna at 190 to 7 against, with St Becan 9 to 7 and Ooojah 10 to 1 against. Manna won by two lengths, St Becan four lengths ahead of Ooojah.
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Alfonso's Kinsman Becomes Bullfighter in Seville
In Seville on April 28 the Infante Don Alfonso, nephew of Wing Alfonso, entered a bull breeding ranch arena and pursued a Becerrete bull in matador style. After a brief display the prince dispatched the bull neatly, earning an ear prize as royal spectators and farm hands applauded. The corrida had been arranged in the Don's honor.
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Dundee Stops Finnegan In Fourth Round
Johnny Dundee former world champion quickly disposed of Honey Finnegan in the fourth round of a scheduled 10 at the National Capital Sporting Club Washington April 29. Dundee dominated from the opening bell while Finnegan fought hard but could not withstand the Italian’s relentless rush.
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Mandell to Fight Salvadore in Los Angeles Bout
Sammy Mandell of Rockford Illinois will meet Phil Salvadore in Los Angeles in a lightweight bout. The match comes as promoters seek a challenger for the reigning lightweight champion, with partners considering additional negotiations for a separate Eastern Boxer bout.
Trustees approve Franklin Field seating expansion to 80 000
Philadelphia April 29 trustees of the University of Pennsylvania approved increasing Franklin Field capacity to 80 000. Work will begin soon though may affect schedule of events through June.
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Alumni Plead With Disch Over Texas Coach Resignation
Dozens of telegrams and letters to William A. Disch urged him to reconsider resigning as Texas Longhorns baseball coach. Disch announced his resignation to the university athletic council and refused to stay, citing ongoing conflicts with athletic director Bellmont. Alumni from San Antonio and others pressed for a reversal, while Disch weighs coaching offers and potential major league scouting roles.
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Reds Will Keep Mays On Payroll
Cincinnati announces Witcher Carl Mays will remain with the club though he has a sore arm and is not expected to pitch until late season. Other starters Jake Marquard, Roush, and Critz are also injured and not traveling to Pittsburgh. Des Moines Western League opens with Governor Hammill and Mayor Garver to throw first ball as city buildings close. lineup features Chick Enaupp at second base with minor changes.
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Champion Welterweight Walker Heads to Film Series
Mickey Walker the welterweight champion arrived in Los Angeles from the East to begin a sequence of motion pictures under director Jack Kearns.
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