Third Base Coaching Nearly Defined Al Schacht’s Career
In a revealing chat, Al Schacht recalls his rise from failed player to third base coach for three managers including Harris Johnson and Cronin. He describes the grind of late innings where decisions decide games, the risk of gambling plays, and the notoriety of being blamed when runs fail to score.
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al Schacht
Joel Williams
York
Griffith
Mr. Schacht
Het “Oy
Iam
Giants
Daffy
Schacht
Harris
Walter Johnson
Joe Cronin
Pop
Boost Brooklyn Campaign Aims to Move Teams
Civic minded Brooklyn supporters of the Boost Brooklyn effort report a measurable success as plans influence teams to relocate. The St Louis Cardinals Cubs and Philadelphia were among those discussed while Brooklyn hosts games at Ebbets Field after previously lodging in New York hotels.
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Brooklyn
St. Louis Cardinals
Chiazo “Cubs
Philadelphia
Philsa Tee Waaten
Brookiyn Pinine
Ebbetsfield
New York
Nova to Box Once a Year if Louis Falls
Column by SID FEDER notes boxing trends and schedules from New York. The piece discusses Louis and Dempsey era parity, potential matchups with Buddy Baer Abe Simon, and a one‑fight‑per‑year pace if Louis loses. It also covers boxing personalities Al Weill Joey Archibald Richie Lemos and occasional sports notes on college football and golf.
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Louis
York
Ben Jones
Johnny Suggs
Nova
Yogi
Dempsey
Joe
Buddy Baer
Abe Simon
Caught in the draft and other sports notes
A jumble of sports gossip and celebrity blurbs. Uncle Sam draft talk about the Senators, Budd Lewis leaving the Nationals, Frank Leahy hints for Notre Dame alumni, Pauline Betts and her multi sport talents, Damon Runyon heading to Hollywood, Bobby Feller World Series coverage, Marquette Legion convention impacts team training, Les Hinckle and Eddie Erant mythic scouts, John Kimbrough tobacco ad fame, and fan mail about Lou Gehrig film portrayals.
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Uncle Sam
Senators
Buddy Lewis
Nats
Frank Leahy
Notre Dame
Pauline Betts
Rollins
Damon Runyon
Hollywood
Bobby Feller
Marquette
American Legion
Les Hinckle
Syracuse
Eddie Erantt
Portland(Ore
Amateur Golf Trials Set for Omaha Title Run
Six hundred three players compete in 27 sectional trials to qualify for Dick Chapman’s national amateur championship at the Omaha Field Club August 25 to 30. Syracuse entries include Jack Ryerson Brendan McInterney and Golden Yoder, with 137 qualifiers overall and several exemptions. Former champions Chap man and Ward noted among top contenders as the field shrinks from past years.
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Dick Chapman
Omaha Field Club
Syracuse
Bellevue
Jack Ryerson
Cooperstown
Brendan McInterney
Rochester
Golden Yoder
Johnson City
Denver
Omaha
Garden City
Wilford Wehrle
Chicago
Duff MccCollough
Philadelphia
Marvin
Bud) "Ward
Spokane
Wash
Chapman
Wehrle
McCullough
Ward
Charley Yates
Maxwell Field
Ala
Wynn Secures 16th Victory As Springfield Tops Elmira
In the Eastern League last night Gus Wynn finally earned his 16th win after teammate support in a 3 2 decision over Elmira. Ed Kobesky tied it with a two run triple and Jim Kostanty delivered the go ahead single with bases loaded. Mel Queen blanked WilkesBarre 4 0 for Binghamton. Williamsport and Hartford split a doubleheader.
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Associated Press
Gus” Wynn
Springfield Nationals
Elmira
Jim Kostanty
Fuill
Ed Kobesky
Kobesky
Mel Queen
Binghamton
Wilkes-Barre Barons
Williamsport
Hartford
Ralph Younker
Greys
Scranton
Albany
Miners
Wilkes-Barre
Springfield
Movie Stars On Diamond at Wrigley Field Benefit Game
Hollywood comedians face off with leading men in a charity baseball game at Los Angeles Wrigley Field. Ann Sheridan captains the stars with Martha Rae directing comedy and Joan Blondell as chief umpire. No score kept. a full script ensures laughs.
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Los Angeles
Wrigley Field
Hollywood
Mount Sanai Hospital
Ann “Oomph” Sheridan
Martha Rae
Joan Blondell
Young Turnesa Stars In Golf Highlight
The nine year old son of Joe Turnesa shows impressive golf talent with refined technique and poise. Reportedly named Richard, he draws attention as a promising young player in a feature on golf families.
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Young Turnesa
Joe Turnesa
Richard
Johnny Colan Knocks Out Mamakos in Chicago Stadium Bout
New York middleweight Johnny Colan, 19, defeated Washington D. C. contender Steve Mamakos in 41 seconds of the seventh round at Chicago Stadium. Colan, regarded as a rising Midwest sensation, dropped Mamakos twice in the first round and twice more in the second before finishing. The win boosts Colan to 27-? in a rapid rise toward a title shot discussed for next month in Wisconsin.
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Tony Martin
Wisconsin
Pete Lello
Gary
Ind
Chicago
Lenny Mancini
Youngstown
Dolan
Midwest
Johnny Colan
New York
Steve Mamakos
Washington, D. C
Chicago Stadium
Mamuakesh
Public Parks beat private clubs in Midwest tennis lore
In Minneapolis August 14, public parks players claim advantage over private club rivals. They cite legends like vines, Riggs, Budge, Stoefen and Willis Anderson who learned on the job and in rough conditions. Anderson argues public parks nurture resourcefulness and nonorthodox styles that challenge orthodox coaching.
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Vines
Riggs
Budge
Stoefen
Willis Anderson
Los Angeles
Pullman
West
Anderson
California
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Tex
Star Telegram
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Power
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Phyllis
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