Robinson Fails At Comeback In Fight With Tiger Jones
Sugar Ray Robinson, 34, faced a younger Tiger Jones after a 30 month layoff and was overwhelmed as the aging champion struggled to contend. The write up notes Robinson's past greatness but labels the bout a pitiful showing amid a harsh assessment of his comeback prospects. The piece also comments on the White Sox and manager Paul Richards, praising his caliber despite a struggling club.
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Robinson
Sugar Ray Robinson
Tiger Jones
Sugar Ray
Jones
Rocky Faces $300,000 Hype Fight at Rezar Stadium
Rumors claim a $300000 offer to Rocky Marciano to defend his heavyweight title against British champion Dan Cochell at Rezar Stadium in San Francisco. The bout is expected to sell out in the northern city and attract international attention.
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Rocky Marciano
Dan Cochell
San Francisco
Cochell
Rocky
Belt Dominates Border City Open To Take Lead
Tommy Belt won the San Diego open golf tournament at Border City amid a field led by top professionals. His temper, once a problem, remained under control as he edged out strong challengers including defending champ Gene Littler, who finished seventh.
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Tommy Belt
Belt
Gene Littler
DOOR SLOWLY CLOSING ON LOS ANGELES BIG LEAGUE DREAM
The article argues Toronto is advancing toward big league status while Los Angeles does little to pursue a major league franchise. It contends LA risks losing its chance if it does not act soon. It praises regional eagerness for top level baseball and potential high attendance if granted.
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Toronto
Los Angeles
Old Satchmo Paige A Legendary Negro Pitcher
Many baseball men wonder how Satchel Paige would have changed the record books if he had reached the majors earlier. The fabulous Negro pitcher had blinding speed a sharp curve and a bewildering change of pace that frustrated hitters. He is hailed as one of the greatest pitchers of all time alongside Bullet Rogan in the colored leagues.
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Satchel Paige
Cleveland Indians
Satchmo
Paige
Bullet Rogan
Walter Johnson Greatest Pitcher in Baseball History
The piece argues Walter Johnson eclipsed all pitchers, past and present, claiming no one matched the Big Train's speed. It notes his fastball burned by hitters, appearing as small as an aspirin tablet and highlights the reverence of oldtime fans and players.
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Walter Johnson
Senators Change Players Shakeup Under Dressen
Charlie Dressen, now manager of the Washington Senators, is making several changes in the playing personnel. He may not win the American League pennant, but the club will have hustle and should move up a few notches in the standings. This man can be relied upon to help any club.
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Charlie Dressen
Washington Senators
Son of Sunset Beach Woman Dies at 53
Claude Francis De Chevrieux of 815 Walnut Avenue Long Beach died last Sunday at a hospital. He was 53 and a welder at the Navy dry dock in Long Beach. Surviving are his mother three brothers and one sister. Private services were held at Mortell and Peek Mortuary with interment at Westminster Memorial Park.
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Josephine de Chevrieux
Sunset Beach
Claude Francis de Chevrieux
Walnut Avenue
Long Beach
Mr. de Chevrieux
San Francisco
Navy Dry Dock
de Chevrieux
Ygnacio Vicente Briones
California
Pomona Valley
Jack
Ralph
Surfside
Robert
Chicago
Zachery T. Warren
Seattle
Washington
Clyde E. Buckman
Methodist Church
Mortell’s
Peek Mortuary
Westminster Memorial Park
City Hikes Water Tank Repair Contract Price
City council approves new contract for repairing and painting the water tank. Price rises to 4750 dollars from 2750 dollars after discover of extensive repair work required, per city engineer.
Navy researchers develop warmer less itchy long underwear
U S Navy researchers are testing a new fabric for long underwear that aims to provide warmth with reduced itching. The effort focuses on comfort alongside insulating performance to improve wearable protection for personnel in cold environments.
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Dept
U. S. Navy
Weary Marines Polio Patrol Marches Through Orange County
Marines from Santa Ana and San Diego blocks coordinated a 24 hour watch and a 244 ton communications truck to support a polio fundraising march through Seal Beach. Eleven Marines collected 230.88 dollars from local residents while relaying messages to their San Diego commander.
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Seal Beach
Marine Corp
Santa Ana
Orange County
H. R. Brinkley
Joseph Vandermark
Edward Storm
San Diego
GM Produces 50 Millionth U S Car in Free Market Celebration
General Motors recently turned out its 50 millionth car in the United States in a display of a free economy. The milestone was celebrated across 64 GM plants in 19 states. If laid in a line, all GM cars since 1908 would stretch two thirds of the way to the moon.
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General Motors
U. S
Burl Ives Reflects on America During Travel with Guitar
A Burl Ives quote from Tales of America describes discovering the true drama and history of the United States after traveling the country with his guitar. He recalls taking America for granted before his cross country journey.
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America
Burl Ives
Tales of
World Publishing Company
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