Charles to challenge Walcott for heavyweight title in Philadelphia
Elvira Ohio June 5 1952 reports that Elvira prominent boxing writers expect Ezzard Charles to reclaim the heavyweight crown from Jersey Joe Walcott in Municipal Stadium Philadelphia with Charles favored to win around the tenth round. The column also notes Pesky's trade to the Detroit Tigers and local reactions.
Walcott vs Charles Heavyweight Championship Tonight in Philadelphia
The June tradition of heavyweight title bouts continues as Jersey Joe Walcott meets Ezzard Charles at Municipal Stadium Philadelphia. Both fighters bring a history of June title fights with numerous knockouts and controversial endings. The bout tonight tests who will grab the bouquet of fate in a city famed for epic world title clashes.
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Eagles and United Polish Club surge in Little League West standings
United Polish Club defeated VFW No 1079 6-1 as Paul Walker struck out 16 in six innings, nearly completing a no hitter. Elyria Eagles rallied with two runs in the sixth to beat American Legion Post 12 3-2 behind Thurman Taylor's six‑hit effort. The wins break a four‑way 1‑1 stalemate. two games were rescheduled from May 19.
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All-Star Contest Balloting Opens for 19th All-Star Game
Coast to coast poll starts tomorrow to pick 16 fan players for the 19th All-Star game at Shibe Park Philadelphia. Managers Stengel and Durocher choose the pitchers and reserves, with voting closing June 27 and results June 29. Proceeds go to the Baseball Players Annuity and Insurance Plan. last year NL won 8-3. The AL leads the series 12-6.
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Standings and results from multiple baseball and hockey leagues
American Teagle clubs show Chicago New York and Philadelphia race for top with day results. Yesterday's results include Brooklyn over Pittsburgh and Boston victory. National League standings list Montreal Buffalo Toronto and Baltimore. Today's games include Brooklyn at Pittsburgh and Philadelphia at Cincinnati with key pitchers listed.
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Major League Line Scores Highlight Weekday Play
American League games feature Chicago, Cleveland, Philadelphia and St Louis results with pitchers Lopat Dobson Trout Hoeft and Harris on offense. National League action includes New York Chicago Brooklyn Pittsburgh Philadelphia Cincinnati St Louis Boston outcomes with Erskine Jansen and Smith among the pitchers and notable run totals for several clubs.
Major League Dugout Talk From Players Across the Leagues
Star players share views on lineup strife style habits and gear. Jackie Jensen calls the Yankee outfield setup a daily rat race while Irv Noren notes Pete Castiglione as a prime target for needles. Ralph Kiner wears costly arches. Satchel Paige carries a portable typewriter. Phil Cavarretta notes job security is never guaranteed.
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Ex Red Pitches Ninth Victory For Kansas City
Ex Red Eddie Erantt extended his win streak to seven as Kansas City defeated the Columbus Red Birds 5 0. He allowed only two hits while fanning 11 in a masterful showing. Don Bollweg hit his eighth homer off Pat Patrick in the seventh for the Blues. The Milwaukee Brewers crushed Toledo 10 2 as Bill Allen limited the Hens to six hits. Minneapolis edged Indianapolis 10 9 on a four run sixth. Louisville shut out St Paul 1 0.
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Saxton Eyes Bratton Title After Win Over Rawlings
Johnny Saxton, undefeated in 29 pro fights, defeated Luther Rawlings by unanimous decision at Chicago Stadium. Saxton, who weighed 147 pounds to Rawlings 144 1/2, dominated inside for six of ten rounds and declared he wants a fight with Johnny Bratton next. Saxton earned 302275 dollars with Rawlings at 271820 from a 609099 net gate including 1500 each for TV.
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Jaycees Hold Practice For Junior Chamber Softball Team
The Jaycees Junior Chamber of Commerce softball team will hold a practice today at the Jefferson School diamond. All team members are asked to report promptly.
Shantz Strikes Again as A’s Win Eighth Straight
Bobby Shantz, 5 7 lefty at 150 pounds, pitched one hit over the last five innings to claim his eighth straight win and the A’s fifth straight victory. Eddie Joost belted a two run homer as Boston and other AL contendants pressed for standings. Shantz ran his K total to 55 with seven strikeouts and held Detroit to a tight 4 3 decision.
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Little League East Two-Game Slate At Lappin Field
A two day Little League East schedule starts Friday at Lappin Field with Knights of Columbus facing Lorain Glass at 6 pm and D N Coney Island meeting Gardner Jewelers at 7 15 pm The Saturday program has K of C versus Gardner Jewelers at 6 15 pm and Lorain Glass against D N Coney Island at 7 15 pm All four teams bring 2 2 records into the stretch of play
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Kiner, Robinson and Snider boost Brooklyn win as Rush chases streak
Kiner hit his eighth homer and sixth in 12 games while Jackie Robinson and Duke Snider homered to power Brooklyn. Bob Rush allowed two runs in the fourth but earned win as he extended his winning streak to seven. Hank Sauer led Chicago with a 12th homer and Cincinnati’s offense broke out in the eighth with Bobby Adams and Grady Hatton driving in four runs. Willard Marshall homered for Cincinnati as Enos Slaughter added three RBIs for St Louis. Larry Doby drove in six in a 13 11 loss for Cleveland to Boston.
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