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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1931
Page
11
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New York July 11 Two major league pitchers Grove and Earnshaw are on pace to reach 30 wins in 1931, a feat last achieved by Jim Bagby in 1921. With two games left to halfway point, Grove has 17 victories and Earnshaw 15, aiming for about 65 total among them. Earnshaw pitched 10 innings in a 14 inning win over the Yankees, helping Philadelphia widen their lead over Washington. Cardinals improved NL lead with 2–1 over Cincinnati, while Boston beat Brooklyn 4–3 as Vance allowed an early shutout before Boston rallied. Rain postponed Chicago-Pittsburgh and New York-Philadelphia games.
United Press reports Ohio Attorney General Gilbert Bettman is an avid rower who often sails on Sundays with family on the Ohio River from Cincinnati's Boat Club. A Harvard graduate, Bettman recalls crew training, explains why varsity rowing ended with business life, and notes frequent hiking and horseback riding as other favorites.
Veteran shortstop Rabbit Maranville, now in his 20th major league season, remains a lively figure for Boston and the league. The five foot five star, who began with the Braves in 1912, is praised for fielding, timely hitting, and his unique humor as a top showman and one of baseballs most colorful players.
City Motors Soft Ball team will travel to Oberlin tomorrow to face Seaton Service. All Motor players must meet at the garage at 1 o'clock. MAPIETTA, O July 11 The next pro amateur event of the Central Ohio District will be held at Washington Country Club with entries now open.
Boston July 11 Jimmy Maloney vowed to quit if he lost to rival Ernie Schaaf. Schaaf wowed the crowd in three rounds, dropping Maloney four times and scoring a knockout after two prior confrontations. Sharkey flew from New York to back Schaaf as he prepares for a July 22 bout with Mickey Walker at Ebbets Field.
In Reading Pennsylvania on July 11 ups Jack and Gordon Williams rejected an offer to take all rights to Max Schmeling Germany’s gifted fighter for about 200 dollars. Schmeling wanted help to come to America and train under their guidance but the Williams brothers declined saying there were already enough touts in the country. Later Schmeling sought their support but the chance was missed.
Kepler defeated Reston 4 to 3 to win the Ohio State Amateur Golf Crown after a 36 hole match at the Wrandt Gol Club. Kepler trailed early but rallied with birdies and steady play, sealing victory on the 33rd hole after Reston misjudged a tee shot into deep rough.
Lorain ladies upset Elyria 11 1 2 to 6 1 2 at Spring Valley in a feature match, while Mansfeld cruised past Sandusky 16 2. Lorain solidified first place with three straight wins as prizes were awarded for low gross and fewest putts across flights.
Dick Reynolds, scion of a harness turf family, favored to win the 18 trot feature on the final 1931 grand circuit program at North Randall. A field of nine trotters includes Calumet Adelle and Controller, with Reynolds facing Single G progeny Estabelle. Rain delayed yesterday’s program, moved to today with three additional events on the card including the three year old pace for a $500 purse.
The Handicap Trot purse is 1200 dollars with a pace claiming price of 1200 dollars and an $800 purse. Hollyrood chief, piloted by Loese, drew heavy support in the handicap trot. Five side-wheelers led by Inseminenuce and Parshail Up were set for the three year old event. Hollyrood Volo with Thomas driving was among twelve entries for the claiming pace.
A report states the Amazon River spans 3 900 miles in length. The claim emphasizes the vast scale of South America’s principal waterway and its geographic reach across several countries.
Forest Hills New York July 11 William Tilden and Vincent Richards were favored to win the singles semifinals at the National Professional Tournament. Top seed Pachards, defending champion, played Tilden. Kozeluh faced Tiller. O Kinsey met Kozeluh. doubles semifinals matched Tilden with Hunter against Seller and Pare while Richards and Kinsey met Kozeluh and Burke. Finals set for tomorrow.
Eskins, a 1500 mile pratte runner, prepares for the Peter Dawson 500 mile Handicap Relay in Montreal. He will start Aug at Elvira, Ohio, with Mike Joyce, traveling from Wigma to Oberlin to Wellington to Penfield to LaGrange to Eska, a lengthy tuneup before the big race. Eskins plans a July 29 departure from Elvira with his 15 year old son to meet Joyce in Cleveland.
Baseball leaders listed by league with games at bats runs hits and averages. G A B R H Pet Davis Klein Hendricks Grimm Cuvier Terry lead as top performers with O Doul noted for last year. Simmons Pender Morgan Ruth Webh Goastin cited among notable players and teams Philadelphia Cleveland Boston St Louis Chicago Cincinnati New York.
The T. O. O. F. softball team faces Erie Lodge leaders in a key Cuyahoga County league game at 2:00 p.m. as part of Cleveland lodge picnic festivities.
Elyria businessmen open drive for second half crown meeting North Olmsted at Cascade Park after 9-6 loss. Eagles travel to Huron for independent clash, Merchants face Berlin Heights, A C s to West View in league tilt. Beal to start for A C s against West View. Klein pursues wins for Merchants.
Two tight tilts set at Ely Stadium tomorrow with the Thomas Furnitures facing Eaton at 1:30 p.m. Longe will start for Furnitures and S Hoskins for Eaton while Captain F Ross catches. At 3:01 p.m. Elyria Maroons meet Lorain Atlas AC in a rematch where Lorain won 10-9 in ten innings. Andy Strinka pitches for Maroons with Tisza behind the plate and Willis brothers in Atlas batting order.
Walter Hagen of Detroit held a one stroke lead after 36 holes as the Canadian Open qualifiers began the final 18 holes. Hagen, former British and U S open champion, shot 68 yesterday for 136 total. Johnny Farrell of New York was one stroke back at 137 after a 68. Of 160 entrants, 77 qualified for the final play. C A Whitcombe of Great Britain faltered after 274, exiting the competition.
The 15-5s of the City Soft Ball League meet R P Cigars of Lorain at Hamilton Field. Lorain, last year’s Ohio state champions, own 35 wins in 36 this season and lead the Class A league 12 Lorain. Skolnicki will start for Lorain, with Soja or Carr for the 15-5s. All 15-5 players to meet at Hamilton diamond at 12:30.
United Press reports the Moundbuilders Country Club in Newark has been selected to host the next Women’s Handicap Tournament on July 99. The event features 18 holes of medal play.
A lodge gathering is announced to be held at the park in Mottow. Details on date time and participants are not provided in the fragment.
Dodgers beat West Side Blues 9 to 6 and Indians win 6 to 3 over Old Timers in Stadium League play last night. Stormar P. Nary pitched for Dodgers with West Side Blues players F. Ka uen and Demar noted. Indians move into a tie for first with Wilroo A. C., standings show Wilroo A. C. 0 at top with 1.5 games ahead of Indians and Dodgers in a tight pennant race.
Wakeman G July 11 The Red Caps baseball squad travels this weekend to Shelby to face the Blues. The club has posted a .750 record for the first half of the season with 11 wins and three losses. Skinny Dens is likely to start on the mound, backed by Link Wasem behind the plate, after defeating Clyde Merchat 16 to 3 last week.
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