Babe Ruth’s Swing From Heels Hitting Reign Since 1927
The article argues Ruth coined the swing-from-the-heels style that most pros use now. It notes Ruth’s 60 homers in 1927 for the Yankees, compares team tallies with the Athletics and Dodgers, and questions if any major leaguer will again match or exceed his 60 homer season while era changes and ball conditions are debated. It mentions Duke Snider and Ted Kluszewski as contemporary power threats and reflects on how Ruth’s record still stands after decades.
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Hogan Fleeks Final Delights Fans in Open Championship
Golf world follows the national open as Ben Hogan contemplates a record fifth title vs Jack Fleck the underdog from the west who survives pressure to tie on the final round Hogan’s course management and patience draw praise while Fleck earns unlikely triumph in a dramatic finish keeping readers reflecting on how the course itself shapes outcomes
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Minor League Standings Golf Roundup
Emith and Trinity university figures headline a Sunday golf roundup at Willow Springs. Miles Appleberry carded a 104 to lead, while Collier posted 67 gross and net honors at Brackenridge Park. John Fox of New Braunfels and Dick Turpin posted notable scores as the BIG STATE LEAGUE standings unfold.
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Beaten Hogan May Retire From Golf After Open Loss
In San Francisco on June 26 Ben Hogan hinted at retirement after losing a playoff to Jack Fleck at Olympic Country Club. His wife Valerie doubted the move, saying golf is in his blood and the Open would suffer without him, while Fleck claimed first prize of 8000 dollars and Hogan 360 dollars.
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Davenport pro Fleck returns amid hype and home welcome
Mrs. Fleck says Jack Fleck has tamed his temper and now shows confidence as the National Open champion returns to Davenport. The couple, who married in 1850 and have a 4 year old son, await plans to honor him. Fleck, noted for winning the 1953 Waterloo Open, avoided alcohol and coffee, and his wife recalls a wedding night hotel incident.
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Roberts Senior Golf Champion Wins U S Seniors Title
John W. Roberts of Columbus Ohio won the fifty-first U S Seniors golf championship after a playoff against Roy Moore of Waterville Maine. Roberts shot 78 in the final round while Moore carded 79, securing the title for the 66 year old executive.
Hogan Not Fleck Wins 1950 National Open Golf Title
The 12 year old Davenport Indiana dark horse Seck Fleet won the fifty-fifth National Open after Hogan faltered on the final hole. Hogan tied with Fleck at 287 after 72 holes, Fleck sinking a birdie on the final greens while Hogan double bogeyed. Fleck’s 63 Sunday matched par on the Jake course, a feat matched by only four others from 162 entrants. Fleck praised the win as Hogan explained his sand miscue on the last tee and the deep rough hid his ball.
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The Cards Mission Boxes Offer Texas Lexes
A compact feature on collegiate card games titled The Cards Mission Boxes outlines Texas Lexes page 12, highlighting a niche hobby segment. The piece notes collectors and local vendors, with emphasis on card preservation and exhibition timelines.
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Missions Bring In Duren And Lejoie For Home Return
San Antonio Missions consider reinforcements after a road swing. General Manager Stan Metivine announced center fielder Bill Lejoie from Western Michigan and pitcher Ryne Duren may join the team on Thursday when they return home. Duren was sent back to Baltimore after a sore shoulder stint with Seattle. He may report to Baltimore for a physical checkup before joining San Antonio.
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Hale Shoots to defend state junior golf title in San Antonio
Local golfers back Hale to win the state junior championship to be held at Bracken Ridge Park July 18 22 with San Antonio as a potential return venue since 1952. Hale recently won the Oak Hills championship and the city title by beating Johnny Aguillon 6 and 5 after an earlier 70 round. Aguillon shot 274 in a two round match while Hale led by four after morning play. Fala heads to Lampasas then Uvalde for summer tournaments and aims to qualify for the national amateur. Other notes: Miller hosted ceremonies. early bouts saw Blanc beat Glarsberg and Yaugan over Yorter with several close results.
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Creatures of Forest Befriend Hogan in Open Round
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