Sports News From Harrisburg and Beyond
Harrisburg politics reopens the Sunday sports bill by a tight 26 to 24 vote, potentially allowing Athletics Phillies and Pirates to play on Sundays. Fort Sheridan bowler Jack Karstens rolls a perfect 300 in Chicago tournament. Hancock and Frederick managers to meet at McFaddin's to resolve soccer troubles after rain and field issues. Williamsport Volunteer Wire backs out of baseball this season. Marty Gallagher vs Bob Toe headlines heavyweight action with stars donating a trophy. W. O. W. considers cross country race as long distance scene rises again. local runners prep to claim prizes.
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Reserve strength will be great asset to the Giants
The 1933 Giants aim for the pennant with a strong defense and deep reserves The infield shows depth as Travis Jackson Hughie Critz and Johnny Verges bolster the unit Gus Mancuso and Paul Richards share catching duties while Manny Ott George Davis and Joe Moore anchor the outfield Pitching strength centers on Carl Hubbell Fred Fitzsimmons and prospects like Parmelee Schumacher and others Terry expects a full season with no late ninth inning losses plus a sharpened batting attack from regulars and new signings.
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Leroy Parmelee
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Adolfo Luque
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American League Edges National in Spring Training Standings
New York March 21 The first tabulation of spring training results shows an edge for American League teams over the National League. Eighteen interleague games have been played with the AL ahead ten to eight. Yankees have four wins and one loss. Red Sox undefeated in two. Athletics and White Sox suffer, while Giants and Dodgers lead NL with two wins apiece in three starts. Detroit Tigers unbeaten in three straight wins.
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Woodmen of the World Marathon Signups Open
Entries pour in for the annual Woodmen of the World marathon and long distance runners are already in training. The race is scheduled to kick off on April 11.
Major league spring training notes from across the circuits
Reports from Biloxi New Orleans St Petersburg Pasadena and other camps note trades drafts and lineups as players like Burke Galatzer Trosky Ruth Appling Hayes and Pepper Martin shuffle between farms and clubs. Managers Pace Peckinpaugh Fontecchi and Harris weigh cuts and position battles while teams prepare for exhibitions and contract talks.
Waynesboro to Hagerstown race attracts county tuners
Entries have been received from many Washington county tuners for a race from Waynesboro to Hagerstown. The winner will receive the cash prize and other awards. Entry blanks are available at the W O W gym. EMPLOYMENT INCREASED Chicago March 21 Howard B Myers chief of the State Division of Statitation and Research reports 1571 industrial establishments in Illinois during February increased employment 3 percent and boosted payrolls 6 percent.
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Hagerstown
Washington’ County
Chicago
Howard B. Myers
State Division of Statiation and Research
Ilinois
Billiard Stars Tie Lead In 800-Point Match
Chicago March 21 World three cushion champion Welker Cochran and former balkline titleholder Willie Hoppe were even in their 800 point contest with Hoppe leading 100 to 8 early. Hoppe won the first block yesterday 82 in 49 innings while Cochran fought back in the evening block 156 to 50 in 42 innings. Cochran’s best run was 12 and Hoppe’s high was six. Two blocks remain on today’s schedule.
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Scholastic Basketball Playoffs Close Across Chesapeake Bay
Cambridge meets Wicomico, Ayattaville faces Allegany as districts decide titles within two days. Hyattsville advances to Western Shore final by beating Belair 37 10 18 at Catonaville. Cogen, Hyattsville guard, scored 14 points.
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Eastern Circuit Revival Planned for Four New England Cities
The Eastern Baseball League, disbanded last summer, will be reorganized on a 25 and 60 percent basis by six New England cities Hartford Conn Springfield Bridgeport New Haven Providence and Pittsfield. Walter Hapgood of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues says the circuit will have six members with the New York Yankees operating the Springfield club.
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Johnson Out of Ball Deal In Jersey City Franchise
New York March 1 Walter Johnson former Washington Senators manager pulled from negotiations for Jersey City franchise in the International league. Johnson demanded a lease of at least one year while ballpark owners offered a mere 60 day term.
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All Star Soccer Eleven: Corner Kick Picks
Corner Kick selects an All Star club of the McFaddin League season. Players named include L Powers Hancock Shatter Frederick Murray Shamrocks H Powers Clearpring F Wiederhold Wildvate Laft Zane Eagles Shank Clear Spring Wise Frederick French Hancock Ernst Clearspring O Ernet and captain Wise. Hest bet H Powers Clearspring.
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Shamrocks of Williamsport Have A Strong Soccer Season
In their first year of soccer, Williamsport Shamrocks posted a solid campaign in the McFaddin League. They went 8-8-1 across 17 games, defeated top Pennsy clubs, and lost by a single goal to York city champions. George Knode led scorers with 12 goals. M Fearnow added 10. Team officers included William Buchanan as president and Irvin Traver as vice president.
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Freddie Dade Versus Miller Promises Fast Title Bout
In Los Angeles on March 21 Freddie Milk Speedy Dade faces challenger Miller in a bid for the bantamweight crown. Dade, a southpaw from Cincinnati, weighs about 119 pounds and seeks a repeat title performance after recent California victories over Arizmendi and Dempsey. Miller is noted for his rapid, aggressive style and a strong California title run.
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Hoffman’s 8T(e) Shop Sells Famous Quality at Low Price
The Hoffman’s 8T E Shop advertises famous quality style at reduced prices. Located at 15 North Potomac, the store promotes bargains on select items.
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Hoffman's
North Potomac
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