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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1934
Page
9
A flurry of glowing reports from minor circuits hints at major league openings next spring. Fans mourning Grimes and Rice may find comfort in fresh prospects likely to debut. Outfielders dominate the hopefuls, but talent spans all positions across Class AA minors in the American Association, International, and Pacific Coast leagues.
A list of strong rookie prospects from multiple leagues including Ab Wright Minneapolis Minnesota and Red McBride Williamsport detailing their leagues and expected impact. The piece notes Woodley Abernathy Baltimore Vernon Washington Indianapolis Fred Sington Jake Powell and Jess Hill as likely to get chances with their teams and leagues.
A scouting preview lists pitchers Cliff Melton Ken Douglas Lefty Bob Logan and Harry Kelly, with infielders Irving Jeffries Brubaker Boze Berger Frank McCormack Ellsworth Dahlgren Alex Hooks Johnny Mize Tommy Carey, and catchers Andrew Epps Hank Erickson as players to watch for possible big league calls this season.
Henry McLemore previews the West polo squad facing the East on Long Island, recalling last year’s Chicago showdown where Texas and California stars led “uncouth westerners” to a shocking triumph over the East. Winston Guest looms as a steadying force as questions linger about Mills, Phipps, and Post handling the rough play.
Cleveland Indians pitcher Oral Hildebrand rejoined the team after an indefinite suspension was lifted following 23 conversations with Manager Walter Johnson The pitcher who had been suspended twice in recent seasons told Johnson he was sorry for his actions He argued with Johnson when asked to pitch against Boston while he was still recovering from a leg injury
WPI Lou Brouillard of Worcester Massachusetts defeated Sally Dukelsky of Chicago to regain the middleweight title. Referee Tommy Thomas halted the 10 round bout in the seventh after Brouillard mounted a strong rally, delivering a left hook that sent Dukelsky to the ropes and left him unable to continue.
The Frobotta Coals face the La Grange X-70s in a two game set on the LaGrange diamond tomorrow afternoon. The first game is billed for a slugging home run duel, while the nightcap features a late rally and a possible come from behind win.
The national amateur golf tournament at Brookline Country Club will feature champions George Dunlap Lawson Little Scotty Campbell Johnny Goodman and other past title holders. Expect a field includes former national amateur champions Francis Quinet Ross Somerville and more.
New York Sept 8 Champion Barney Ross and challenger Jimmy McLarnin were due to weigh in this afternoon for their welterweight title bout. The rain likely postponed the event, with a 15 round match at Madison Square Garden in doubt. Odds shifted toward Ross as weather risk kept the bout in doubt.
Standings show teams like Detroit Philadelphia Chicago and New York tied to results and games behind leader Lesterdas. Yesterday’s scores include Chicago 4 New York 2, St Louis at Brooklyn, and Cincinnati at Philadelphia with rain. Today’s schedule lists Cleveland, St Louis, and Philadelphia among others with multiple games in rain or at wet grounds.
The Fourth Annual Clam Bake and field day of the Lorain County Fish and Game Association will be held tomorrow at Schneider's Grove on the Grafton road. The program starts at 10 o'clock with ball games trapshooting boxing races and many other sports on the agenda.
Coach Ralph Bauer of Elyria High prepares for the opening game with a lean squad and only two returning lettermen. The Crimson Bantams aim to defend the league title amid a large turnover, with the lineup still unsettled as practice trims the roster from about fifty five to forty. The season features a mix of home games, league clashes, and new opponents like Verimon and Verdant, opening September 14 against Olmsted Falls.
ST CLAIRSVILLE September S UP The Princeton University football team will have the law on its side this Fall Elwood Kalnaugh center and captain-elect of the Tiger football team was appointed a bailiff in probate court by Judge Harry Albright to serve in a special road appropriation suit The powers of a deputy sheriff go with the bailiff job and are effective for one year They better not try to steal any games from us Kalbaugh vowed to uphold the measure and defend the team's interests in the proceedings
The Waldorf Lagers face the Bittners in a national baseball tournament game at Cascade Park. The contest begins at 12 30 with Jenny Barkacs likely pitching for the Lagers and a probable lineup including Powers, Elberts, Boja, Barkaca, Mike, Talarek, Heath, Mose and Tisza.
Elyria Horseshoe Club will host Shelby at Elyria courts at 2 p m today in the Greater Cleveland district league. Harry Simes announced the match after Elyria lost to Shelby last winter and seeks strong pitching for the coming contest.
The third game between Bittner Funeral Home and Co piowski Meats was postponed due to rain. The contest to decide the West Side League title will be played at a later date. Parrish Meats faces Walton Ice at Schneider's Grove as part of Lorain County Fish and Game Field Day events. Meats members are to meet at McKinley diamond at 12:45. Jimmy Dykes of the White Sox singled in the last inning to defeat the Yankees 6 to 5.
The Butners Funeral Home and Lorain Lyon Tailors will meet in a best two out of three series for the Tri County League championship. A recent league meeting overruled an earlier ruling that another team won on an ineligible player. North Olmsted finished tied for second half, but has disbanded, leaving the Butners and Tailors to contest for the title, likely at Cascade Park.
Minneapolis continued in first place by beating Milwaukee 12 to 6, needing seven more victories for the Western division title. Columbus split with Louisville, winning 5 to 2 in the opener and losing 9 to 6 in the nightcap, while Kansas City edged St. Paul 7 to 5. Toledo- Indianapolis doubleheader was postponed. Jess Petty pitched for Milwaukee, allowing 12 hits in the loss.
The Pretzel girls travel to Barberton to participate in a local tournament. Members of the team are asked to meet at Guenin's cigar store at noon.
United Dry Cleaners scheduled to perform at Lorain Counts Fish and Game Association Field Day at Schneider's Grove tomorrow. Manager George Smith requests all team members report at 10 o'clock to Mr Smitty's for briefing.
The list outlines Sept 21 Olmsted Falls Night, Sept 28 Wellington Night, Oct 5 Vermilion Night, Oct 13 Shaw League, Oct 20 at Lakewood League, Oct 26 Amherst Night, Nov 2 Freshmen Night, Nov 10 at Heights League, Nov 17 at Lorain League.
United Press reports New York Yankees faltered as Detroit lost ground to Chicago. Ruppert’s Rifles and Cochrane’s Tigers stumble. Athletics erase Cochrane’s double losses while Gehrig’s 43rd homer vanishes in a 6-5 White Sox win. Washington tops St Louis in a doubleheader, second game tied late, Pepper delivers game winner. Browns, Giants, and others affected by washouts and postponements.
The Hi-Speed Gas ball team travels to Lodi tomorrow for a game against the Merchants. Manager George Smith announced Poulson will start on the mound with veteran Len Wragg behind the plate. The Hi-Speeds beat Lod in a prior meeting this season.
U S athletes led Japan by one point 38 to 37 after day one of the international meet in Tokyo. Charley Hornhostle of Indiana won the 100 meters, Ralph Metcalfe of Marquette the 200. Asakuma of Japan beat Walter Marts in the high jump, Ryu won the 5009 meter run, Nazao captured the javelin, Slinger Dunn of Stanford won the discus, and the U S 400 relay team of Clarke, Greene, Parsons, and Metcalfe won the final event.
In St Paul on September 8, pro golfers plan a stag tournament format. Gene Sarazen said over 190 fellow pros support keeping wives at home, noting potential extra earnings if spouses are absent from major events. Sarazen heads to Australia for an exhibition tour.
The Press Bearcats schedule an important drill Monday morning at Cascade Park. Vic Mascovias requests Reed Moore Morse Clutz Schnaak Clapp Fernandes Wamsley and any others who wish to try out with the team report at nine o clock.
The Pirates top hitters are listed with G AB R H and RBI totals while players such as Waner and Gerringer post strong run production. Team leads include batting averages and on base indicators, with key figures noted for runs and wins.
Lorain County teams Elyria Bittners and Lorain Duskey Brothers face strong rivals in the National Baseball Federation tournament opening in Youngstown. Bittners meet Dayton, Duskeys play Indianapolis, Rosenblums of Cleveland face Pontiac, Youngstown 8&J Stans defend title against Waterbury, others include Dearborn versus Newcomerstown and Pittsburgh versus Detroit.
Elyne Semi-Pros schedule a 10 oclock Sunday morning drill at Roosevelt Field announced by Manager Pete Yucka. Players seeking tryouts should report. after the first Wednesday session about twenty players attended and tomorrow they will be measured for sweaters. The team plans Sunday games both afternoon and night with several nocturnal offers received.
Thirty six teams from 25 states and Canada start the first National Softball Tournament at Lincoln Park. Wigot games on opening day, with rounds Sunday and finals Monday. Women’s division features eight teams. Men use 12 inch ball fast pitching and 60 foot bases.
Members of the Sears Roebuck team are asked to meet at Phil Davis's place on Lake Avenue tomorrow morning before their game with United Dry Cleaners at Schneider's Grove.
The Hi-Speeds of the West Side League face Rothgery Motors of Grafton tomorrow at 3 30 PM at Schneider's Grove. The game pits two local squads in a midweek tilt with regional interest and a chance to climb the standings.
The Eastern Heights League match between United Dry Cleaners and Maumee Dairy was postponed due to rain at Harmon Diamond last evening. The game will be rescheduled for next week.
Three Elyria squads United Dry Cleaners Maumee Dairy of the Eastern Heights League and Elyria Hardwares of the Stadium League will compete in a tournament tomorrow afternoon at LaGrange.
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