Dempsey: Louis Alone Knows His Worth as Fighter
Former heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey offers insights on Joe Louis preparing for his title defense against Billy Conn at Yankee Stadium. He compares Louis's layoff to his own postwar comeback, notes Louis's new manager, and stresses that true fighters must stay active in the ring. He recalls his Tunney battles and asserts Louis's experience and resolve.
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Billy Conn
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John Roxborough
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Jack Blackburn
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Manny Seamon
Blackburn
Jack Kearns
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Jim Braddock
Chicago
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Thomas
Max Schmeling
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Toute
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Tony Galento
Bob Pastor
Arturo Godoy
Johnny Paychek
al McCoy
Red Burman
Gus Dorazio
Abe Simon
Tony Musto
Buddy Baer
Lou Nova
Abel Simon
Conn Predicted To Upset Louis In Big Fight
Lawrence J. Skiddy reports a boxing psychologist predicts Billy Conn will defeat Joe Louis. The unnamed analyst argues Louis may be overwhelmed by nerves and financial pressures, while Conn’s speed could outpace Louis despite Louis’s power. The piece notes Louis’s mindset and potential distractions, but cyclingly bets on Conn’s luck.
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Conn
Hofmanns Renew Ties With Lake Ontario Black Bass
The Hofmanns and Angelo Paparo fished Henderson Harbor on Lake Ontario to welcome spring. Tony Caffrey returned to the U S after Army duty in Europe, and Mrs Caffrey joined him. Montreal club faces injuries shrinking roster, Syracuse Chiefs also hit. Tip suggests Chiefs add a strong infield utility man. Arthur V O Donnell and wife noted at Selkirk opening day.
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Montreal
Henderson Harbor
Lake Ontario
Tony Caffrey
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Europe
Selkirk
Arthur V. O'Donnell
Cresline
Ontario's new fishing license shakes up cross border angling
The Herald Journal notes Ontario's policy shift for American anglers with a $5.50 Canadian license for any length of stay and a six bass, six walleye return limit, plus loopholes. The writer calls it a cheap shakedown and predicts a costly reaction as cross border fishing becomes cash driven. Concluded on Page 19, Column 1.
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Herald-Journal
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Canada
Louis and Conn Ready for Yankee Stadium Title Fight
Joe Louis prepares for his 22nd heavyweight title defense against Billy Conn at Yankee Stadium. Promoter Mike Jacobs fears a lower gate than the $3,000,000 dream but targets a strong turnout while both fighters sharpen with brief sparring.
Morale Boosts for Cardinals and Yankees From Key Trades and Slumps
International News Service reports that both the St. Louis Cardinals and New York Yankees gained lift as their rivals faltered. Boston Red Sox’ pitching woes opened room for the Yankees’ late chase while the Cardinals closed in on the Dodgers with wins over the Braves. Stan Musial led the Cardinals with four hits in one game, and Skeeter Newsom powered the Phillies past Pittsburgh.
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Howie Pollet
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Ernie Dusaks
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Stan Musial
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Skeeter Newsom
Tipperary Hill Wins Again 3-0 in Legion softball
Tipperary Hill led by Arlee Martin who pitched a two hitter, topped Fayette Post by 3 to 0 for their fourth straight win. Flip Carrara slugged a two run homer as Martin allowed seven hits across his outing. In other Legion games Pete Lamoyne beat Post 41, Christopher and Albright homered, and Minoa routed Skaneateles 13 to 6.
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Arlee Martin
Straigh
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Fayette
de Post
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Martin
Pete IaMoyne
Prosperity Wins To Tie Adelphis In Twilight League Battle
Prosperity defeated Adelphis 10 9 at Griffin Field to tie for first in the Twilight Baseball League. Eddie Stankiewicz earned the win with a home run and a triple, while George Sulfita contributed with strong hitting and a pivotal forceout at second as the game ended with bases loaded and a game ending in a tie.
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Griffin
Eddie Stankiewitz
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George Sulfita
Fight Results From Baltimore to Cincinnati Boxing Cards
Fight results list bouts across major cities with fighters and weights. Elmer Ray of Tampa knocked out Verne Escoe of Toronto in Baltimore while Danny Kapilow of New York stopped Aaron Curry in Washington. Nick Cristiglone beat Gene Spencer in Chicago, Charley Lewis stopped Juste Fontaine in Pittsburgh, and Gene Burton outpointed Willis Russell in Cincinnati.
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Danny Kapilow
New York
Aaron Curry
Chicago
Nick Cristiglone
Gene Spencer
Chissengo
Pittsburgh
Charley (Cathey) Lewis
Juste Fontaine
Cincinnati
Gene Burton
Willis Russell
Columbus
Ohio
Polivka on Mound for Syracuse
Syracuse chiefs host the league leading Royals in a pivotal five game series as Lefty Ken Polivka is expected to take the mound. Manager Ens continues to rely on left handed pitchers to slow the Royals climbing back toward second place before a Toronto road trip and weekend doubleheader.
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Garrison Sets Hit Streak in Bears Frontline Run
Newark Bears center fielder Ford Garrison, age 28, has hit safely in 25 straight games tying a club record set by Bill Conroy in 1927. He returned from a leg injury to contribute one of the Bears' two hits in a 4-0 loss to Toronto, as the Maple Leafs clinched the victory with a rain-shortened game.
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Austin Knickerbocker
Contract Aces Clash For Championship
The Syracuse Contract Club hosts a three day championship at the Hotel Syracuse led by the Open Team of Four Sunday finale. Eleven teams compete including Brass Ball Settle and Group Parts with events from Women’s and Mixed Pairs to Open Pairs and Team of Four.
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American Loop Adds More Teams to Basketball League
Newark New Jersey and Jersey City New Jersey were granted franchises to operate in the American Basketball League, increasing the circuit to eight teams. Applications from Brooklyn and Troy were also reviewed with possible entry timelines for Brooklyn within two weeks and Troy optioned to join after Brooklyn or in the 1947-18 season.
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Galento Arrested on Gambling Charge in Orange
Two ton Toney Galento, the Orange saloon keeper who endured a knockout by Joe Louis in the heavyweight championship, was in custody with his attorney today after being arrested on a gambling charge in New Jersey.
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League Ball Franchise Hopes Contingent on Armory OK
If the Armory approves the date, CHICAGO-Syracuse may join the National Basketball League next season. George Mingin, promoter, must secure a signed agreement with the New York State Armory to set a definite schedule by the July 1 league meeting. Mingin appeared with forfeit money at yesterday's session. Buffalo was admitted as a new team. Syracuse, St. Louis and Toledo men attended as potential franchise seekers. Carl Bennett of Fort Wayne was elected president, replacing Leo Felcher. Yearly guarantees set at five hundred dollars per game. Les Harrison of Rochester named league representative to meet Colonel William Barry in Syracuse to secure a definite weekly night for league play next winter.
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