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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1950
Page
20
Lawrence reports Benny Zeetar finally belted his first International League home run against Jersey, showing stronger swing this season while Irvin emerges as Durocher's standout in the lineup. Jersey City Chants recall echoes as owners weigh Zeetar’s drawing power if kept all year.
At rain sodden St Andrews the prior British Amateur advanced to the third round as Frank Stranahan of Toledo and James McHale from Philadelphia outplayed rivals. The article also notes Notre Dame plans, Ben Wade’s pitching form, and various college and pro sports odds and moves.
Syracuse district golf association schedules season opener at Drumlin course with pairings and start times. Members include Yahnundasis Skaneateles Syracuse Yacht Club and Bellevue, with many local club names listed among entrants and officials.
New York report says Pete Milne, sent to Jersey City after Monte Irvin was taken by the New York Giants, opened as Irvin’s replacement with three hits in his first five at bats. Milne’s strong debut boosts Jersey City’s lineup as the Giants reshuffle farm assignments. Milne shows early promise in his return.
In Columbus yesterday top bowlers competed in the American Bowling Congress tournament but the field remained unchanged in the top 19 divisions. Ned Day and Buddy Bomar, both national match game champions, failed to deliver standout performances in singles and doubles. Day opened singles with a string of strikes, then faded to 175 and 200 for 643 overall, while Bomar posted 59 in singles and contributed to a 223 doubles score.
Manlius beat Fading 12-4 to claim its first County League win of the season. Ron Phelps powered the offense with a home run, double, and single as the Whit attack clicked. Meanwhile Syracuse’s lineup produced a 22-8 triumph for Invaders. Tonight’s games feature balanced pitching matchups as Genesee and Luizy split with Baldeinsville, with action at East Syracuse Woods rd at 6:30.
Post Office softball team defeated the Key Holes 10 3 as Don Watens and the injured connection homered. Dick Praidle pitched a one hitter for Freds No 1 in a 22 win over Alvord Results also list Lakeland Eagles and Travelers games plus Villanova and LaCanlina scores. In boxing news Jake LaMotta and Rocky Graziani signed for a June 28 15 round bout at the Polo Grounds amid Guild opposition. Hal Trosky set a Cleveland Indians single season home run record with 42 in 1936.
Navy announced Phil Ryan of Goodhue Minnesota and Bill Hawkins as host graduating athletes for the Thompson Trophy and Athletic Association awards. Ryan, a four football monogram and 1948 49 all star, captained Navy and played in the East West game. Hawkins, a multi sport athlete, pitched and batted in baseball while wearing a cast on his left hand, and was a key football scorer with 95 points over three seasons.
Rutgers holds 16 2 mark and NYU 15 3 as the two top teams in NCAA District Two. A five member committee will meet in Scranton Pa to select the district champion, who advances to the eight team College World Series June 15 22 in Omaha Neb. Everett D Barnes of Colgate chairs the panel.
Syracuse Chiefs begin a three game set in Springfield tonight after a 10th road win this season and an earlier win at Jersey City. Pitcher Ker Peterson may join. Ed Shokes homered on the road trip and Pete Milne added a two run shot for the Chiefs.
Bobby Jones, famed golfer, faced weeks or months of uncertainty over his spinal condition after a base running play sparked injuries. Details from Bowman and hospital officials cite a lengthy evaluation, with the 43-year-old seeking treatment at New England Baptist Hospital. The report follows a tense game where scattered hits and fielding errors led to a 4-2 final.
Brooklyn stars questioned Erskine but he delivered a strong start for Montreal as he blanked the Bisons 5-0 over five hits. Nine strikeouts, two walks, and a late homer produced Rochester's win over Toronto 5-1 with key home runs by Withe and teammates. Baltimore topped Springfield 9-5 in seven and eight innings as Pelligrin and Unser connected for homers in a three-run surge.
Orange University lacrosse team selects Tack Briton and Don DeNicolao as co captains for 1951 after voting by high scoring juniors from Long Island. The Orange won 12 of 14 games and captured the upstate New York title for the second consecutive season.
Sports page rumor and oddities mix as college athletes, coaches, and clubs discuss potential NBA, NCAA, and AAU futures. Names include Herman Sickman, Buddy Bardelben, Pat Poynoy, Skippy Weatherby, Allan Bates, Wake Forest, Virginia Tech, Maryland, Clemson, Alabama, Auburn, Yale, and St Josephs. Commentary covers eligibility issues, coaching influence, and upcoming races and matches with scattered observations on golf and track.
In Pony League action Entavia edged league leader Olean 9-8 while Jamestown toppled Wellsville 14-8. Claude Roberts sparked Hamilton with a sever-inning triple, and Eli Russo launched a grand slam for Vella in the fourth, Ken Schramm homered for Jamestown in the seventh.
Dr. Gilbert Horrax said the procedure yielded early improvement but full results may take weeks or months. Jones and his family from Atlanta, Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Jones, visit daily as the hospital receives thousands of well wishings from Atlanta.
Walter Thorse, a 40 year old partly paralyzed wrestler from Joplin Missouri, offered to donate one of his eyes to Levy McQuire of Oklahoma after both men were involved in a traffic accident. The offer aimed to restore sight that could help McQuire compete for wrestling honors.
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