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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1945
Page
4
Lakewood defeats Elyria in the 13th inning to take the lead in the Western Division race. Pitching, timely hitting, and a defensive stand drive the win as Lakewood avoids extra innings until a late burst yields the game winning rally. Ruiz, Kowaleski, and Sanders feature on offense while Kowaleski earns credit on the mound.
Giants push their hot stretch with a 6-5 win over the Cubs as starter TEW Jordy leads a tense battle. United Press report details a pitching duel, late scoring chances, and key hits that lifted the Giants in the late innings.
A fragmented sports column recounts a chaotic scene with references to Rego, Offa, Cuddy, Adams, and the St Louis Cards. The piece mentions players, teams, and trades in a jumbled, avant garde style with partial game and player notes and stray quotes.
A remilar session on Monday at Charbee Ridge hosted the Gott League competition. Max Gerber led the field with a standout performance while Kates Wis and Warnerd af the ind par were noted.
Sugar Robinson and Basil Basora fought to a 14 round draw in Philadelphia. Basora used weight and pressure to trouble the tireless Sugar Robinson, whose early rhythm faded as Basora scored with hard blows. The decision left many ringside believing Robinson deserved the nod in a practical welterweight title-tilt atmosphere.
Arcadia Calif heavy attendance marks first meet since Pearl Harbor era. Featured $5,000 Anita Chi race sees leader board favored sprinter carrying 118 pounds and 10 contenders. Preview notes speed trials and a future $25,600 added San Gabriel Handicap as fans gaze on racing revival history.
Fragmentary standings notes include scattered phrases about teams and players. The readable bits reference unclear rankings and names, offering no clear results or match outcomes.
Avon Lake finishes second as Clearview dominates the boys division at the county track and field championships held at Clearview. Avon Lake totals 182 points with Ridgeville runner-up at 28. Clearview tops with multiple event titles led by Cliff Breaks in sprints and jumps.
Cleveland reports a postponement for the American League game between the Senators and Indians after bad weather. Manager Lou Boudreau notes Reynolds has won two of three games this season, while the Senators aim to rebound in the series.
Muted reports from Boston note a potential July 13 boxing bout at Fenway Park with Pat Denvers of Brockton facing an Army offered opponent after a $20,000 guarantee. promoter Sam Silverman says contingent on Army approval. In Baltimore the $5,000 Handicap opens with Alfons and Lord Calvert at 120 pounds, plus notable entries for a ten day Pimlico run. Boston also reports the St Louis Cardinals may be without Marty Martin for another week as Ka Waraball returns to lineup amid injuries.
The Elyria City softball league will operate with seven teams in the 1945 season. Recreation Board officials, led by program director Dwight Wetrutey, announced the season plans at City Hall. Managers must submit rosters by May 22 with league play starting Sunday May 27.
Rookie Arst horeman Bill Nagel of the Chicago White Sox faced further action as Selective Service thumbs down delayed his induction. Yesterday's rejection left Nagel unlikely to play until the following weekend amid hotel room buzz and team speculation.
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