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Newspaper

The Daily Mail

Location

Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1938

Page

9

Damascus Triumphs in Tri-County League Clash

Damascus remains undefeated as they beat Brunswick 10 to 7 at Scheer Stadium to reach seven wins midseason. Middle-Town edged Carroll County 3 to 2 at Wakefield, Walkersville topped Lander 5 to 4, Jamestown beat Thurmont 7 to 6, and Cedar Grove won 4 to 3 in seven innings at Doubs. Otto Greiner, Baltimore golfer, won the State amateur title in Baltimore 2 up over Spencer Overton, claiming his fifth title since spring. Schoolboy Rowe began his comeback by defeating Paul Dean and the Dallas Steers 2 to 1 in front of a 9,500 crowd. Middletown topped Thurmont 15 to 10 as the Frederick County League began its eighteenth season with Woodsboro and Emmitsburg idle.

Damascus Frederick County Brunswick Scheer Stadium Wakefield Middletown Walkersville Lander Jiamsville Thurmont Cedar Grove Doubs Otto Greiner Baltimore Spencer Overton Greiner Rowe Paul Dean Dallas Steers Dean St. Louis Cardinals Detroit Tigers Frederick County League Woodsboro Emmitsburg

JOR LEAGUE LEADERS HIDING IN PRINT

American and National League ledgers show batters and pitchers topping stats. Key names include Foxx and York for home runs, Lewis and Kreevich for steals, Averill and Lombardi for batting averages, with pitchers Allen and Brown leading wins.

Associated Preas Avers Cleveland Trosky Lewis Washington Foxx Boston York Detroit Hite Traylg Cramer Averill Fox Heath Keltner Greenberg Kreevich Chicago Werber Philadelphia Allen Nelson

Turnstiles Clicking As Pennant Races Take An Unexpected Turn

Major league magnates relish the wild pennant race as attendance and outcomes shift. Cleveland Indians potential reach of one million home fans heightens optimism while Boston Red Sox and White Sox wins fuel the news. Attendance trends forecast possible record gates and elevated interest nationwide.

Cincinnati Cleveland Associated Press Cleveland Indians Cincinnati Reds Yankees Phillies St. Louis Cardinals Chicago White Sox Oscar Vitt Indians Bobby Feller Lefty Grove Boston Red Sox Bobby Ole Mose Jimmy Foxx White Sox St. Louis Brownies Ted Lyons Hank Steinbacher

Weather Threatens Seabiscuit War Admiral Race Duel

Boston June 28 Weather in New England endangered the Seabiscuit versus War Admiral match in the Massachusetts Handicap at Suffolk Downs. After heavy rain the track was mud filled and more rain was forecast. Seabiscuit's owner C B Steward warned the team would reconsider if the surface stayed sticky. Howard noted the track's drainage must work quickly for a start while Riddle’s Man o War offspring looms as a strong rival.

Boston New England Seabiscuit War Admiral Massachusetts Suffolk Downs C. 8 Howard Samuel G.riddle Belmont Park

Softball Scores and Batting Highlights From Local Games

A chaotic scorecard recounts a 10 to 7 baseball game with Kreevich Kuhel and Owen leading runs batted in. In another lane, Western Enterprise beat Camp Morgan 4 to 0 as W Cosens hit two homers and Robison Smith and R Cosens added one each. Berger and Barnhart pitched well.

WIG AG Tares Aoa Steinhacher A Kreevion Radel Owen da Rensa Rahel Ib - Berger Ss Lyons Coules Ah Amada McQuinn Bell Kress Meguillen Sullivan Fleftner Cox Cole R. Stalk Tar Cox eNicake St. Lenis Berger Owen Cale Ieinbacher Wreevich Kuhel Kayex Then- Clift McQuiten Kreevieh Sullivans Tell Layer Steinbacher Lyons Hayes St. Louis Om Lyons Cox Cole Enterprise Western Enterprise Camp Morgan W. Va W. Cosens Robison Smith R. Cosens Barnhart Sarbaneh Diy

Moody and Marble Win Two Wimbledon Quarterfinals

Helen Moody defeated Kay Stammera 6-2 6-1 to reach the Wimbledon semifinals. Alice Marble, a former American champion, won 6-2 6-3 over Mine Rene Mathieu to advance to the semis.

Helen Moody Alice Marble Wimbledon Eng Helen Wills Moody Kay Stammera England California

British papers flag Schmeling film not shown in Germany

New York reports stir over boxing film showings abroad and notes broad interest in upcoming all star game in Cincinnati. Mentions Koch, Gehrig, Trosky, and other stars with commentary on selections and performances. Headlines touch on Babe Ruth batting practice, Reds trade rumors, and floodlit night softball in Richmond while alerting readers to local classifieds.

New York Louis-Schmeling Germany Brooklyn Bill Terry Allstar Cincinnati Broadway Navy Poughkeepsie Schmeling Tommy Farr Lou Gehrig Hal Trosky Iron Horse Clay Bryant Cubs Esquire Giants Larry French Carl Hubbell The Gants All Weill Eddie Mead Armstrong Ambers Garden Bowl Babe Ruth Primo Carera Burper Reds Spud Davis Hollingsworth Bucky Walters Bob Seeds Richmond Polo Grounds Yankee Stadium Ebbets Field Lynn Nelson A's All Stars

Mid Year Sports Exam by AP Feature Service

A set of questions covers notable sports history and achievements. Question topics include a former House of David pitcher’s fame, a four time National A A U handball singles champion, a Santa Anita handicap winner, the Yankees’ nickname for Johnny Murphy, and the Ivy League college team that won the Madison Square Garden invitational basketball championship in New York.

House of David A.A.U New York Yankees Johnny Murphy Ich College New York

Fourth of July Golf Tourney at Fountain Head Club

The Fountain Head Country Club prepares for a holiday golf tourney with three sixteens set to tee off on Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting. Gene Heaney oversaw course preparation, with a 10 minute grace period for entrants. delays may forfeit matches. First round Saturday, later rounds Sunday and Monday finals, with detailed pairings and times for each flight. The Meyer-Berkson softball team defeated Boonshoro CCC 18 to 1 on Reservoir Diamond, with Barnhart and Smith key for winners and Nadten striking out for Barnhart.

Fountain Head Country Club Ole Jupe Pluvius Gene Heaney Fountain Head Club Meyer-Berkson Boonshoro CCC Reservoir Diamond Hammond Ebersole Barnhart Smith Savitski Dalyndeny Lapole Berger

Navy Regains Intercollegiate Rowing Title After Six-Year Gap

Navy storms to a regatta victory on the Hudson earning the first Varsity win since 1931 with a record 18 minutes 19 seconds led by a dramatic late surge. Washington Huskies finish second with Columbia third as California and Syracuse mix in the top seven. Freshmen race necks ahead to edge Washington by one second. Washington takes junior varsity three-mile title.

Poughkeepsie N. Y Navy East Hudson California Charles Buck) Walsh Washington Huskies Washington Huskies Midshipmen Cornell Columbia River Wisconsin Syracuse

Hornsby Installs New Boss in Chattanooga Lookouts

Rogers Hornsby arrives in Knoxville to take over as manager of the Chattanooga Lookouts for Joe Engle. The former star, known for betting on horses, seeks a winning club and will answer to Engle, who values results over personal pastimes.

Knoxville Tenn Rogers Hornsby Hornsby Baltimore Orioles Chattanooga Lookouts Joe Engle Southern Association St. Louis Browns Engle Formar Star

Games Moved Forward One Day In County League

The Washington County League double header between Old Export and Antietams will be played Saturday afternoon at the Stadium. First pitch is 1:30 p.m. The swap was approved by the Antietam Company Athletic Association and Exporters management. A record crowd is expected with berths in the playoff division at stake.

Washington County League Antietams Athletic Association of the Antietam Company

Westerda Results and Tonight and Tomorrow Games

West era results show Cleveland seven Boston four Chicago nine St Louis four. Only games scheduled today include Philadelphia at New York Detroit at Cleveland Chicago at St Louis Washington at Boston. Tomorrow's games feature Chicago at St Louis.

Westerda Cleveland Boston Chicago St. Louis Philadelphia New York Detroit Washington St. Lows

Yesterday's Results and Today's Matchups in Pro Baseball

Yesterday's slate had no games. Today features Boston at Brooklyn, New York at Philadelphia, St Louis at Chicago, and Cincinnati at Pittsburgh. Tomorrow's card includes Boston at Brooklyn and St Louis at Chicago.

Boston Brooklyn New York Philadelphia St. Louis Chicago Cincinnati Pittsburgh St. Louia Broohlyn

Rulings Set For Hagerstown Softball Second Half

Managers of the Hagerstown Softball League announced field bans and scheduling changes for the second half. Washington Street school field barred for league games. three roster spots allowed per team. July 7 start. July 21 deadline to sign new players. emergency signings limited to new players not in any league team. Mills and Browning suspended. Station game reinstated in undefeated class. umpires to meet midweek. Ray Jewelers vs Station clash at Reservoir diamond at 5:45 pm. Francis Bret Harte note appended.

Hagerstown Washington Street Station Williamsport Jack Watts Mills and Browning Earl Browning Ray Jewelers Reservoir

Many Horses Coming Here for Hagerstown Meet

Harold F. Bester, general manager of the Hagerstown track, says over 200 thoroughbreds will be shipped from Agawam to begin the ten day meeting July 12. Owners such as J. Bowes Bond and Len Carver will compete as 400 horses have stall space, with improvements costing 25000 under way for the Maryland half mile track season. Seven races daily start at 2 15 pm to allow early return trips.

Harold F. Bester Hagerstown Edward J. Brennan Agawam Mass Brennan J. Bowes Bond Len Carver William Shrewdbridge Charles Town Delaware Maryland

Alsatia Softball League Reorganized for Balance

The Alsatia Softball League has reorganized with players assigned to new teams to balance competition. The league starts Friday at 6 pm, with past results ignored for standings. Tate Ice Cream Co. donates to the season winner and Strole-Wright Insurance Co. provides individual emblems. refreshments afterward. Players should check the club bulletin board for their new team and attend Friday’s opener.

Alsatia Tate Ice Cream Co Strole-Wright Insurance Co

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