Pitts Case Divides Fans and Albany Club in Baseball Drama
Judge Landis allows Pitts a chance to play in exhibition games, stirring public protests and shaping Albany’s ability to attract support and strengthen its outfield. Evers navigates the task of managing Pitts while public opinion tests the league’s stance amid a controversial decision. A Centennial year of golf and a possible $10,000 horse race add to San Antonio’s sports mood as organizers push major events.
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Roman Soldier Top-Weighted for Derby
Chicago June 1 Roman Soldier will carry top weight of 123 pounds two more than anything in the field for Washington park's $25 000 added American derby Saturday Rosenant conqueror of Wil Vin Woodward's Omaha in the Withers stakes Tearout and Toro Piight have been assessed 121 pounds Colé Shoulder Count Arthur Pirathorn Black Helen Blue Armor Blackbirder and Whapper are down for 1 pounds with the other three members Beetle Bloodroot Nellie Pag and Judy O'Grady getting in all Mg
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Vanderbilt filly dies in Belmont Oaks upset loss at Aqueduct
Racing notes report Good Gambie, a Vanderbilt owned filly, died after the Golching Club American Oaks at Belmont Park. Good Gambie finished four lengths ahead of Aperliff in the mile race while Below Zero outkicked Vicaree for third. The Vanderbilt stable also saw All For Torn win the $2000 Bunker Fill at six furlongs despite Dreel’s bid. Cross Hutt won the Marquette purse at Detroit in muddy conditions. Agua Caliente in Mexico hinted at winter racing expansion following the season ending meeting.
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National Guard Rifle Teams to Compete at Camp Perry
War department reports 12 states and the District of Columbia will enter national guard rifle teams in the national matches at Camp Perry, Ohio, September 1 to 19. States listed include Connecticut, Iowa, Maryland, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Wyoming, California, Indiana, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio and Texas.
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Landis Clears Pitts in Robbery Case Controversy
Judge Landis dismissed the public suspicion that Pitts acted with a weapon or craved loot. Court records show Pitts was only a lookout while his partner, Fitts, robbed a grocery of 765 dollars, with Pitts taking for the rap to protect his partner’s family. The judge called the crime a typical result of moral disorder among youth seeking easy money.
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Futler
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New York City
Shooters Take Honors In Texas State Rifle Meet
Los Angeles and San Antonio shooters dominated the two day pistol championship in Austin. The LA police team won the team title and 13 of 16 matches, with Engelbrecht of Los Angeles taking the individual title at 4410. San Antonio women swept the top three in the women's division led by Mrs. R F Tate.
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Texas
Austin
Los Artsgeles
San Antonio Tesday
San Antonio
R. F. Tate
W. Kalting
Virginia Tate
M. McDougel
Tura
Engelbrecht
Charles As- Kles
el Paso
Walsh Warns On Louis Ahead Of Fight
New York June 1. Davis J Walsh reports in a lively column that Joe Louis plans to fight with confidence, predicting a strong counter and noting Louis’s sinewy style. The piece cautions rival contenders and sketches the tone of the upcoming bout with vivid, old‑time ring color.
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New York
Whel Gerson
Joe Louis
Reysins
Wielini
Len
Warners
Adaya
Jack Johnson
Carneralis
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Inia
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Senator Crawford to Race Cow Pony Sunday at San Pedro
Senator Crawford, world champion roadster, will race the famous trotter Cow Pony this Sunday in San Pedro. The event features three laps around the ring with Q. Tuckw handling the reins. A $1000 purse awaits any challenger in its class.
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Sinassor Crawford
San Pedro States
Sia
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Sen Jator
A. W. Samuels
Ford Worth
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National League results from Monday
National League scores show New York defeating Lanis Civlan 8-1 and Cincinnati with Chirag 5 while Breedy Fictaburats 12 and Bhiladelphia ta appear in the scattered lines of the reported box.
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Laniscivlan
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Unclear 1920s League Play Across Cities
Fragmented scores list clashes in American Leagues with scattered team names and batteries. Multiple cities such as Milwaukee Milwaukee Chicago Philadelphia St Louis New York and others appear with incomplete game details and misread dates.
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Bucs Beaten In Only Game By Texans In Rain Delayed Action
Texas league notes: Galveston defeats Oklahoma City 3 to 1 in a rain delayed game. Key players include Galveston’s Brewer and Yancroft driving in runs, while Oklahoma City strands runners late. Final score 3-1 with Galveston taking the win.
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Houston Releases Taylor and Angley
Houston announces roster moves with Vernon Taylor optioned to Asheville to free space for Joe Sims, a right handed pitcher from Columbus, and Hugh Wise acquired as catcher Duff's backstop. Angley, a hard riling cabbler, optioned to Jacksonville in the West Dixie league to clear room for Wise.
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Marberry Becomes Umpire in American Loop
Chicago June 18 veteran American league hurler Marberry trained four weeks here and will begin umpiring in the American circuit after release from the Tigers.
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Tred Marberry
Feasoe
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Sixteen Texas league games postponed for San Antonio Missions
The Texas league schedule shows the San Antonio Missions with sixteen postponed games as rainouts add to the double headers. They have played seven games versus Oklahoma City and trail four teams in the standings while Houston and Fort Worth are among their past opponents.
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Parker and Hall Ahead of Net Field
CHICAGO June 18 Top ranked Frankie Parker of Milwaukee and fifth seed J Glover Hel i of Or sige lead the way as others struggle in early rounds of the national clay court. Parker crushed Will Klunzinger 6 0 6 0 and Hall defeated Dave Metz 6 4 4 0 as several college stars advanced in advancing weather. In Nashville Bryan Bitsy Grant dominated Hal Surface 6 1 8 2 to win his seventh Dixie amateur title since 1927 Marking his third straight crown and continuing southern net supremacy.
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Brace Rider Drowns in Houston Bayou Accident
Lewis Palmer, 71, a motorcycle rider, drowned Monday afternoon when he slipped while swimming in Bray's Bayou near Mason Park in Houston. The incident occurred in Brays Bayou as Palmer tried to swim ashore after falling from his bike. Investigators listed no foul play. cause of death pending autopsy.
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