Dodgers seek fix for Babe Phelps catching faults
A sports column surveys baseball troubles for Babe Phelps with the Brooklyn Dodgers noting recurring hand injuries from keeping fingers stiff while receiving pitches. It contrasts his technique with Luke Sewell and highlights other Yankee and Red Sox notes on Keller Gallagher and Lefty Grove amid spring training jitters.
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Helen Jacobs Plans Return to Tennis in Wimbledon Run
Helen Hull Jacobs, 30, the tennis star who paused to write a historic novel, will resume competition at Wimbledon in June. She trains for a British tour and a Forest Hills home stand, preparing with intensive practice after leaving Williamsburg for England this week.
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Helen Hull Jacobs
Carpetition
Wimbledon
Forest Hills
Wilson and Mary College
Gail
England
Elks Bowling League Banquet Tonight at Beck's Tavern
The B P O Elks Bowling League holds its annual banquet at Becks Tavern tonight at 6:80 o'clock. Prizes for the year will be awarded to the champion team and runner up along with individual prizes. Attendance is expected from the entire league membership.
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ELK Pinmen
Beck’s Tavern
B. P. O. Elks Bowling League
Grapefruit League Shows Browns Can Be Beaten
In a lively grapefruit league week, the St. Louis Browns were beaten for the first time in 11 games while the Philadelphia Phillies won twice after ten straight losses. Hitters surpassed pitchers with many stars lighting up the stat line, including Dolph Camilli, Joe DiMaggio, and Hal Reiser. The Athletics swept six, Giants stuttered, Yankees climbed, Reds faltered, and Bees fell four of six.
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Philadelphia Phillies
Phils
Dolph Camilli
Brooklyn Dodgers
Cincinnati Reds
Chicago Cubs
White Sox
Joe Marty
Harland Clift
Browns
Hal Reiser
Dodgers
Connie Mack
Young
Athletics
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Yankees
Bees
Rhinelanders
Nick Wall Eyes Derby Victory With El Chico
New York report profiles jockey Nick Wall aiming for the Kentucky Derby aboard El Chico. The 30 year old weighs 100 pounds, recalls past injuries, and emphasizes avoiding bets on own horse. Wall recalls Seabiscuit era fame and notes his disciplined approach and readiness for Derby run.
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el Chico
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Sports Round-Up from New York on March 27
A collage of baseball and football notes from Florida to Ohio State. Rumors say Cornice Mack may quit baseball while Lexinton turf experts pick Be Like Mom as next year’s Derby favorite. Francis Schmidt rumored out as Ohio State coach. Jock Sutherland may take over. Giants attracted to New Orleans stars. Zeke Bonura still draws fan mail. Walter Johnson’s radio sponsors push Florida training background. Andy Coakley predicts a strong year for Low. Max Schmeling’s visit tied to German rights to Snow White. Front of Sportsman's Park in St Louis to remove chicken wire amid Yankee chatter.
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Bill Werber
Florida
Cornice Mack
Lexinston
Francis Schmidt
Jock Sutherland
Ohio State
Giants
New Orleans
Connie Mack
Antoine
Zeke Bonura
Chicago
White Sox
Frankie Pytlak
Johnny Allen
Walter Johnson
Walter
Holt
Andy Coakley
Lou Gehrig
Columbia
Jack Miley
New York Post
Max Schmeling
Boxing cards and sports notes mix in New Orleans and Williamsport
Barney Ross seeks a license to back Davey Day against Henry Armstrong this Friday. Canzoneri and Brink headline at the Hipp tomorrow night with proceeds aiding a refugee fund. Mixed boxing bets loom as Willard’s choice shifts from Galento to Louis to Roper. A New Orleans Fair Grounds collection netted 400 for ill Pat Moran. Also, Williamsport Baseball Club holds a 7:50 pm meeting for tryouts. Hagerstown Y Club loses a checker meet to Western Enterprise 88 to 44. a playoff likely at the Y.M.C.A. next Thursday.
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Davey Day
Henry Armstrong
Tony Canzoneri
Eddie Brink
Jess Willard
Galento
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Pat Moran
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Hagerstown
Western Enterprise
Firemen
Cubs Face Final Spring Tour Amid Bartell Dean Doubts
Chicago Cubs head toward the last week of spring training in Southern California with questions about shortstop Dick Bartell and pitcher Jerome Dean. Manager Hartnett expects Bartell to resume regular infield duties with Mesner ready as backup, while Dean’s arm is a recurring issue but not fatal to the club’s mound strength. The Cubs project solid pitching, a strong outfield led by Veier and Marty, and a versatile infield as they prepare for the season.
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Gleeson
Newark
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Houston
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Markets Take Benefit Tilt In Benefit Game
Dor sey Marketeers defeat Harrisburg Pa Pros 47 42 on local Armory court in a charity night for the Lions Club Milk Fund. A strong third period produced 32 points for the winners as Nolan and Evans led scoring while Speraw Jed paced the visitors. Crowd on hand for the benefit battle.
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Hamimaker
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McWilliams
Winners Cumberland Valley Field Trials
Cumberland Valley Field Trials results list winners across multiple stakes. Winners include Doctor Gumbo and Florendale Blondy in puppy stakes, Patterson’s Pat and South Mountain Lou among amateur and all age stakes, with Peerless Jane, Fanny Farmer and others in shooting dog categories.
Alsatia Fruit and Nut League ends season in two divisions
The Alsatia Club bowling season closes with the Peaches beating Quinces to force a roll off for the Fruit League title. Nut League contenders include Hickory Nuts, Pecans, Hazelnuts and Walnuts as they contest a three game set to determine league champions. Final club championship roll offs and a Friday April 14 banquet at Beck's Tavern are planned.
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Peaches
C. Poffenberger
Walnuts
H. Myers
J. F. Elliott
Y Juniors Take Third in Wilmington Inter-State Meet
The Hagerstown Y Junior Varsity swam to third place at the Y Inter-State Area All Sports Day in Wilmington Del The final team scores were Wilmington 47 Washington 45 Hagerstown 32 Baltimore 22 I Einbinder won the 100 yard breaststroke in 1 15 4 10 seconds off the senior record Paul Ausherman claimed the 100 yard freestyle in 1 12 5 I Einbinder dominated diving with 557 10 points The 150 yard medley relay went to Washington with Hagerstown second two seconds behind The 200 yard freestyle and 50 yard freestyle saw Hagerstown placing fourth Local swimmers on the trip included J Cochran EH Cochran F Hoover P Ausherman B Bruce R Unger and Z Binbinder Coach Marquart assisted as timer The senior meet was won by Washington with Wilmington second and Baltimore third The next meet in Hagerstown is set for Friday night March 31 at 8 o clock against Lewistown Pa Co ed swimming will follow
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Del
Washington
Baltimore
I. Hinbinder
Paul Ausherman
Einbinder
Wagerstown
J. Cochran
EH. Cochran
F. Hoover
P. Ausherman
B. Bruce
R. Unger
Z. Binbinder
Marquart
Lewistown
Local Guardsmen Lose To Cumberland In Rifle Match
On Friday night Co. G Cumberland defeated local Co. B rifle team on the range by 561 to 545. Ten shots prone kneeling and standing were fired with a 35 minute limit. Top scorer was Sst. Metz Co. B with 145, followed by Lt. Golden Co. G and Sgt. Conrad Co. B with 144. Cumberland will host a return match April 1.
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Senkbeill
Playoff In S S Loop Opens Weekend Basketball Playoff
The Sunday School Basketball playoff starts tonight at 7 oclock on the YMCA floor. St Mark s meets Zion Reformed in a best two of three series to decide the season champion. Admission is ten cents.
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Y. M
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Wittinerg
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Collegians Tie Series In State Semi Pro Clash
Cumberland evened the state semi pro basketball title series by defeating the Dorset Marketeers 49 to 33 on the upstaters court. Rice and Henry combined for 12 of Cumberland's 25 points in a strong second half as the defense clamped down. Referee Engle and umpire Robey supervised the game, with a third contest yet to be scheduled.
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Bola
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Vsseeer
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Thomas
Proudfoot
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Oi Morris
Koegel
Marketeera
Engle
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Guldahl Opens Open Win At Greensboro
Madison, N J golfer Ralph Guldahl won the Greensboro open with a 72 hole total of 280 to capture the $5 000 event. Lawson Little finished tied for second at 283 along with Clayton Heafner who tied for third after a 70 final round.
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Starmount Forest
Ralph Guldahl
Madison
N. J
Guldahl
Lawson Little
Bretton Woods
N. H
Notice to Bowlers Gas League clash at Coliseum alleys
All members of the Women's Gas League who signed for the Cumberland Valley tournament are urged to bowl at the Coliseum alleys tonight promptly at . o'clock.
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Women's Gas League
Cumberland Valley
Field Trials Big Success At Cumberland Valley Meet
Dr. R. C. Gale’s South Mountain Lou won the Amateur All Age and Members’ Winners’ stakes at the eighth annual Cumberland Valley Trial Association field trials on Old Forge farm. Local dogs swept the Amateur All Age top three. Doctor Gumbo took the Members’ Puppy stake. Florendale Blondy won Open Amateur Puppy Stake for Winchester, Va. Frank Mish distributed trophies to winners.
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R. C. Gale
Cumberland Valley Trial Association
Old Forge Farm
Lynn Brugh
Florendale Blondy
C. B. Stickley
Winchester
Frank Mish
North End Bears Win Eleventh Straight Over All Stars
The North End Bears secured their eleventh victory of the season Saturday morning, taking the All Stars into camp behind strong late period defense. Ward led the All Stars with 15 points, while Fabrney and Wagner top scored for North End with 15 and 12 respectively. The Bears’ guard play and passing were standout, as they prepare for a final game against the South End Aces next week.
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All Stars
Bears
Ward
Hershey
Larson
Smith
Peddicord
South End Aces
Wilson
Hevis
Fabrney
Wagner
Leiter
Harbaugh
Pappas
Boward
County Loop To Meet Wednesday
Washington County League officials meet at Hoffman-Chevrolet sales rooms to adopt this season's schedule set ball specifications and plan the spring banquet. President D Lee Staley urges full club representation at the meeting.
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Washington County League
Hoffman-Chevrolet Co
D. Lee Staley
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