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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1950
Page
9
The beloved columnist known for chronicling athletic performances across the U S and abroad has fallen ill after a period of decline. Friends and associates fear for his health as he faces a difficult winter season.
Stranahan defeats Sam Arzetta to win the golf final amid a close match. Arzetta notes a misclub in the 36th hole cost him the victory while Stranahan reflects on the trophy and his father’s cheering impact.
Mrs Hector Schisa won the cemetery match tournament held by the Drumlins women yesterday. In Group 1, Mrs Ralph Batestra finished second, followed by Mrs J H Rickerich and Mrs William Schoonmaker, while Group 2 saw Mrs Tefit Bassett in top spot with Mrs George Robinson and Mrs H Co Little close behind. Bru No 8 winner was Mrs Stewart Caappelig with Mrs Adam Mackowski second.
Promoter Al Richardson expects 15 girls drivers to compete in tonight's program at Brewerton Speedway with 53 entries. Eight events plus girls elimination, main feature set for a 20 lap race. Races start at 8:15 PM.
Dutch Dotterer collected five hits in five at bats driving in four runs for Lockport as they beat Bradford 9-6. Ken Stanley delivered a key homer for Jamestown in a 17-16 rally over Olean, while rain canceled the Dodgers versus Wellsville.
In a tense Pittsburgh league game, the Chiefs edge Syracuse after a late rally. Peterson, Gillenwater and Byam spark a fifth inning surge while Zientara and Rabbe drive in runs. Winning pitcher Peterson dominates over 6 innings. final score reflects a strong Baltimore showing.
The Boston Red Sox, led by strong batting and Steve O Neill, beat the Detroit Tigers 6 2 for their 11th straight win. The victory cuts Detroit’s lead to 3 1/2 games with New York and Cleveland close behind as the International League leaders top batting and pitching charts are listed.
Fragmentary clip notes a ninth inning rally by Chicago against Boston to win 7 6 and mentions Ford blanking St Louis 10 0 with seven strikeouts for his fifth victory. Notes appear garbled and mix two separate games.
Dick Stroud of Bi club and Abie Silverstein advanced to the senior championship final at Bellevue after semi final wins. Stroud beat Mose Vedder 3 and 2 while Silverstein defeated Lowndes Lloyd 1 up after nine holes and extended the lead to win. Stroud previously reached the final last year, and Silverstein aims to claim the senior title first won when the event started in 1941.
The Australian team eyes reclaiming the Davis Cup with Sedgman and Bromwich in doubles against Mulloy and Talbert of the United States. U S captain Alvick says the result hinges on the doubles match as Harry Hopman. Sedgman and McGregor showed strong play, while the Americans acknowledge the Aussies’ superiority.
The Detroit Tigers promoted rookie right hander Ray Herbert from Toledo to bolster the pitching staff for a key series with the Boston Red Sox. Herbert had an 11-12 mark with Toledo this season and had won seven straight after a slow start.
A City Bowling League meeting is scheduled for 7 30 P M Tuesday at the Jefferson alleys Captains are asked to be present and participate in preparations for the upcoming season.
Three ply entries and multiple stables contest a juvenile race with numerous horses listed. Names include Max Hirsch Black Douglas Kleberg King L and others from Wood Vale Farm Maine Chance Farm Greentree Stable and Royal Mustang. Victory claimed by a youngster amid a stretched field with fluid odds and pace.
Football session notes four teams Happy Hearts All Nationals Syracuse Red Terrors and Liverpool Mattydale already signaling intention to compete this season. A league meeting at 2 PM Tuesday at 338 Montgomery is expected to add members.
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