DeMarco Wins Welterweight Title In Boston
Tony DeMarco defeated Johnny Saxton by technical knockout in the 14th round at Boston Gardens to become the new welterweight champion. Massachusetts gains a second boxing champion alongside Rocky Marciano.
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Beavers Poised For Pennant Run Against Veteran Solons
Tony Freitas Sacramento manager laments aging Solons roster with many beyond Double A. Clay Hooper leads Portland Beavers expected to be competitive in the pennant chase. Beavers build depth with improved pitching and strong defense and power.
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Dodgers See Bright Season With Campanella Return
In the National League the Brooklyn Dodgers are favored to win the pennant. Roy Campanella returns from a bad hand and should lift the club by about 20 percent, while pitching staff improved could rattle the Giants this season.
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Giants Depend on Mays for Breaks in pennant chase
The article stresses Willie Mays as the key for the Giants in their tight pennant race. It highlights his power at the plate and his defense as a decisive factor in remaining games.
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Pitchers Wanted for Braves Big Upset Run
The Milwaukee Braves seek strong pitching to support a possible upset, counting on Bobby Thompson to stay healthy and play daily for a competitive run behind Charlie Grimm’s leadership.
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Powerful Redlegs Pile Up Power For Cincinnati
The National League rolls into a new season with the Cincinnati Redlegs boasting a feared power pack. The club emphasizes strong batting depth and lineup balance as it eyes offensive dominance and a playoff push this year.
Club Poised for Season With Untested Pitching
The club lacks notable offense and pitching strength, suggesting a roughly even chance at success this season. With little to rely on, expectations lean toward a 50 50 split in outcomes as the season unfolds.
Elk Lodge inaugurates committees and plans initiations
Huntington Beach Lodge No. 1959 of the BPOE held its first regular meeting at 380 Ocean Ave with 150 members present. W R Hyndes, past exalted ruler of Santa Ana Lodge No. 794, will coach the ritual team as new applicants prepare for initiation on May 17 and future meetings are set for the first and third Tuesdays at 8 p.m.
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City council meetings move start times for summer months
During summer, all city council meetings will start at 7 p.m. instead of 8 p.m. When October arrives, meetings will begin at 7 30 p.m. at City Hall.
Eight-year-old Collette Barr Injured, Cast Begun
Eight year old Collette Barr of 221 13th Street fell recently and broke her leg. She is recovering nicely, but having a cast on her leg is a new and novel experience for Collette.
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