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Newspaper

Syracuse Herald Journal

Location

Syracuse, New York, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1940

Page

14

Rain Delays Syracuse Soap Box Derby Final Outcome

Rain forced a week delay in the Syracuse Soap Box Derby after seven heats were run with 12 000 plus spectators watching. The event resumed next Saturday with the original program as 10 or more heats were planned. Local riders Jimmy Link and Larry Lana posted fast times before the stoppage, while 325 racers lined up for a chance at the national title.

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Historic Bay Wins Parshall Goshen Race at July Meet

Bay driven by Parshall won the Historic rut for Seyear ods in straight heats. Candidate for the Hambletonian Stakes, Bay was the final day winner on Grocd Crcutt raving. Trails Service of Milwaukee ran events. multiple divisions and drivers claimed victories.

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Dixon wins Lake Placid tennis annual invitation title

Bob Dixon captured the singles championship at Lake Placid Club's annual Invitation tournament by defeating Buddy Reynolds of Allante, Ga, in the men’s final yesterday afternoon. Miss Carol Lewis of Syracuse won the women’s title after a comeback to beat Miss Mariette Arquimbesti of Glen Brook, Com. Dixon, a former Syracuse University captain, dropped only one game in the матч, winning 6 4 6 2 and 6 3.

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Tigers pick Baker as manager a steadying force

The piece profiles former minor leaguer Ves Baker, now Detroit Tigers manager, noting his calm presence during a turbulent period and his cautious but effective player handling. It highlights Baker's quiet leadership, absence of spotlight, and the team’s midseason push from second division toward stability, with key moves and player development shaping the club’s prospects.

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Dodgers lose in wild fight in Brooklyn nine string

The Reds led Brooklyn until a brawl sparked after Hugh Garry hit Claude Passeau with a cross ball. Passeau threw his bat at Casey and both Passeau and Joe Gallagher were ejected, ending the game amid fireworks. Hank Licker homered for the Dodgers and Nicholson hit two homers with one aboard. The Cubs benefited from late drama as St Louis beat Philadelphia twice in separate games.

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Scranton Rises in Eastern League After 6th Straight Win

Scranton Miners pull to the top half with a 6th straight victory over Binghamton by 30 to 3 as Elmira and Albany drop closer, while Albany ends a three game slide by beating Wilkes-Barre 7 to 5. Reg Grabowski earns his seventh win. Bartford explodes for runs in big sixth to defeat Elmira 10 to 2.

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Tie Inning Tie Seals King Ferry Cortland Battle

In Central New York League a 4 to 2 tie ends after 10 innings as King Ferry and Cortland exchange runs. Pitchers Mentarl of Ruiz Ferry and Meachem of Cortland keep hitters quiet, yielding five hits apiece in a tense, scoreless late game halted by darkness.

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Kear Ago Yankees Lead Slim, Browns Manager Fired

In a rough, garbled update from Sports Mirror Today, the Yankees push AL lead while the St. Louis Browns fall 121 behind. Charley Reling is noted, and veteran Jim Bottomley is mentioned in a record context. A managerial change for the Browns is reported after September.

Sports Mirror Associated Press Today Kear Yankees Bealing St. Louis Brown Charley Reling Rovers Louis Browns Jim Bottomley Cinken

Down the Line: Durkin notes retirement and Bears pennant chase

Sports brief discusses Jack Durkin’s note on retirement rumors around a boxing scene. Ralph and Asoro feature in heavyweight and middleweight tales as Newark Bears pursue standings in the International League pennant race. Contested match outcomes center on weight and form with several boxers seeking new roles post-career.

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Bears star Edwart Levy sparks league parody tale

In a chaotic league recap, Bears baseman Edwart Levy, nicknamed High Parbets, is celebrated for his lanky frame and family ties as the season features rival DoD teams and a Syracuse connection. The piece mixes names, locations, and quirky notes from the field, including a one hit game by George Bailey and assorted high school links across St Louis and Newark.

Edwart High Parbets” Levy The Bears Jowieh Wehn Harald Roettzes Syracuse Chiedy Hud Metheny Newark SL Louis American Legion

Miss Guilfoil Best in District Golf Meet

Virginia Guilty of the Yacky Clux begins defense as she leads in the Syrecast Womens Gh trict Golf Aesortalon match play. Guilfoil prevails over Caroline Ausrt of Bellevue. Harry Stone and H. R. Huet post strong strokes in Class 3 Bellevue.

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Tecumseh Triumph Over Green Lakes In Special Match

Tecumseh's pro Grant Nexlove leads his club to a decisive win over Green Lakes in a special match, with Tecumseh posting a strong three starts season in team format. Emmet Foling of Green Lakes struggled, carding 72 to finish. Parker and Sutter reach Clay Court finals as upsets unfold in New York tennis action.

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Hamilton and Bradford win in Pony League action

Hamilton and Bradford topped their Pony League rivals in a lone scheduled game last night as Niagara Falls stretched its lead. Bradford beat Hamilton 9 to 5 after a rough seventh inning by the Oilers who committed seven miscues. Today’s slate includes Estavia at Lane ton, Bradford at Hamilton, and Clean at Jamestown.

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Gins All-Stars Clash with Giants in Fresh Air Final

Harry Stella captain of the 1989 Army football squad joins the Eastern College All-Stars in New York to face the New York Giants pro eleven in the fifth annual Fresh Air finale at Palo Goma Stadium.

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