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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1952
Page
14
Cleveland's Bob Feller gets the opening day start against Detroit with early season notes on his record against the Tigers and Fonfayed teammates. The piece also covers Browns back Marion Motley, UCLA star Howard Hansen's death, Cranwood racecourse opening May 3, and TV announcers Bob Neal and Red Jones debuting for Cleveland Indians games.
Cleveland rookie Jim Fridley hit his first major league homer a 1 0 victory over the Chicago White Sox. The blast in the second inning, off Joe Dobson, gave Bob Lemon his first win of the season in a brisk pitching duel. Fridley, who earlier went hitless in three at bats, said he aimed for a single but connected for a Upper Deck opposite field shot.
Chicago report says Sugar Ray Robinson plans two or three more fights before ending his career. He notes retirement while still sharp and respected. Graziano, who floored Robinson in the third round, recalls the knockdown and praises Robinson as a great fighter even as he seeks another bout.
A post-season singles tournament for Bowling Center Women's League members is set for 9 PM tonight at Broad Street lanes. The season finale uses a 60 percent handicap format.
Hockey playoffs see Pittsburgh and Providence trading wins with 4 0 5 0 and 5 1 scores. Double overtime thriller noted. Remaining games listed with locations Pittsburgh or Providence and dates in April.
World middleweight champion Sugar Ray Robinson retained his title in Chicago Stadium before 22,264 fans, knocking Rocky Graziano down in the third round with a swift right to the jaw. The bout ended at 1:53 of the third, producing a controversial draw and big purses for both fighters. Graziano fought hard, denying Robinson an easy win, while Robinson credited a body shot setup that opened the finishing blow.
Outfielder Monte Irvin recovering from a broken right ankle suffered sliding into third base in an exhibition with the Cleveland Indians. Dr Anthony Palermo said the injury is less severe than feared and expects Irvin back in uniform by July to serve as a pinch hitter in late July or early August.
Bob Elliott, acquired from the Boston Braves, hit two home runs in his New York Giants debut against the Phillies. Maglie earned the win as Elliott and the Giants the 4 3 victory, filling the cleanup spot left by Monte Irvin and giving fans renewed optimism.
Pittsburgh leads 3 1 in the Calder Cup finals after a 3 2 win over Providence in a rough contest. The Hornets were favored to clinch the series with one victory needed tonight.
Elyria High, led by standout Bob Bryant, edged Oberlin 61 2 56 at Ely Stadium in a midweek dual. Bryant swept four events including a discus record 137 ft 4 in, while Elyria claimed six wins and kept a 2 0 record.
Philadelp hia Athletics fell to New York Yankees ace Vic Raschi who improved to 21-2 against the A's since 1947. Raschi dominated with an 8- opening game victory and continued his streak of victories over Philadelphia, last losing to the A's on August 13, 1950.
Sugar Ray Robinson of New York defeated Rocky Graziano of New York by knockout in a world middleweight title bout, retaining his championship. The bout occurred in Chicago.
The Elyria Eagles Bowling League wraps up with a banquet Saturday at 7 PM in the Eagles club rooms. A brief meeting will elect officers for 1952-53, award prize money and the championship trophy, followed by dancing with the Eagles All-Girl Orchestra.
Six matches set for tonight at 6 45 including Meister Realtors versus Thew Shovel Company Welsh Funeral Home against West Side Lumber Welsh Plumbers vs Toggery Shop K M Service Store vs Fitch Company Unified Cleaners versus Flowers by Betty and Stone's Grill versus Ruppelt Builders.
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