Baer Schmeling Duel Promises Decisive Heavyweight Clash
In a major New York bout next Thursday June 8 Max Baer the Livermore Larruper faces German contender Max Schmeling in a heavyweight showdown with title implications. Baer relies on knockout power while Schmeling plans a wear-down strategy, with both men aiming to rebound into title contention after earlier runs at the crown. The bout draws joint attention as Baer seeks a stoppage edge to vault toward a September title fight.
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Hodapp Leads American League Hitting as Bat Tops National
Johnny Hodapp of the Red Sox climbed to the .374 mark to lead American hitters after a strong week, while Sam West slipped to fourth. The piece also tracks leaders in runs, total bases, and team batting, with Hodapp among several top performers across the league.
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Ruths No 10 With Two On Tops Off Wild Slugging
New York defeated Philadelphia 17 to 1 in a high scoring baseball game. Babe Ruth hit his tenth homer of the season with two aboard in the eighth to lead the attack as the Yankees and Athletics combined for a season’s record scoring display. Walter Brown started strong for the A’s but took the loss. Jim Peterson also pitched for the A’s while Brown earned the win for New York.
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Jackie Ryan
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Pat McDonald
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Warneke Ends Wild Sport of Red Birds
Lonnie Warneke earned his eighth win of the season as the Chicago Cubs defeated the St Louis Cardinals 8 to 6, snapping St Louis streaks with a two base wild throw by Billy Jurges and a late Cubs surge in the fifth inning. Babe Herman’s homer and Stephenson’s run support highlighted Chicago scoring after the Cards briefly led 5 to 4.
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Phillies End Giant Jinx In First Game Of Doubleheader
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the New York Giants 7 to 4 in the opener, ending a seven game losing streak to New York. The Giants then won the second game 5 to 0 to even the doubleheader. Critz Ott and Leslie produced key RBIs for the Phils while Klein and Hurst contributed in the earlier win.
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Doubleheader Drama as Brooklyn Tops Boston in Nightcap
Brooklyn wins 4-2 after Hack Wilson and Tony Cuccinello hit two solo homers following walks off Huck Betts. First game sees Boston prevail 3-1 behind Tom Zachary six hitter.
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Butte and Central Highs Graduate 31 Sport Stars
Butte High and Butte Central face heavy losses to graduation with 31 athletes leaving for 1933 34 seasons. Central loses 12 football lettermen along with track and basketball departures. Butte High graduates include key football track and basketball players. Names listed include Popovich Noyes and others such as Axel Gaffney Murray Malesich Powers Conlon and Barry, plus Sagan Brown and Hi Brown among the notable seniors.
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McKenzie
Emil Lubick
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Joe Ellis
J. Forsythe
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Hollahan
Doug Williams
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Lott Wins Dixie Invitation Tennis Title in Memphis
George Lott of Chicago defeats Sidney B. Wood Jr of New York 6-4 6-3 5-7 6-2 to win the Dixie invitation tournament. Lott dominated with repeated breaks against Wood who had earlier beaten Ellsworth Vines while Lott advanced by defeating Cliff Sutter.
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Murdock Keeps Title Hopes With Win Over Berglund
In Hollywood last night Ed Murdock of Murdock, Oklahoma outboxed and knocked down opponent “Swede” Berglund of San Bernardino in a 10 round main event at Hollywood American Legion Stadium. Murdock won by decision after a bout that featured three knockdowns and two knockdowns apiece for both fighters. Both fighters weighed 153 pounds.
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Frederick Wins NL Batting Title Push After Comeback
Johnny Frederick of Brooklyn regained first place among National League hitters after a week of competition. His average rose from .362 to .365, overtaking Pepper Martin and Pie Traynor of Pittsburgh who stayed close in second. Martin dropped to fifth as Chuck Klein’s spot is noted.
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Woman Pro on Links Faces First Male Challenger
Leeds, June 3. For what is believed to be the first time in professional golf history a woman professional will challenge men. Miss Poppy Wingate, England’s sole woman pro, who assists her brother at the Templenewsam club, Leeds, will play against nearly all the men in the event.
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Senators Rally Past Red Sox 8–5 in Five-Lead Swings
The Washington Senators defeated the Boston Red Sox 8 to 5 after five lead changes. Washington pounded Lloyd Brown for eight hits in four innings, while Earl Whitehill struggled but held on as Boston tied the game before falling short. Jolley and Cronin sparked Boston with home runs and timely hits, but Washington pulled away in the later frames.
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Local golf event draws 200 pros at Temple Newsam
A 200-strong field of professionals competed in a tournament at Temple Newsam course on May 30. A young woman in her early twenties impressed by playing par figures from the men's tees, showcasing notable talent.
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Venzke Spiked In Medley Relay At New York Games
New York June 3. Gene Venzke anchor for the N Y A C medley relay was spiked as he took the baton and finished the mile with a foot wound. Manhattan college led by Frank Crowley won in 7 31 35, denying a world record 7 25 8 set in 1925.
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Browns Stop Indians in slugging contest 8 to 5
St Louis Browns topple Cleveland 8 to 5 at home as Burns collects four singles and a double in a standout day. Campbell belts a homer and drives in four as Browns hit at four pitchers for 15 hits while Indians manage 13.
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White Sox rout Tigers in Detroit to seal series
Chicago collects 15 hits in an 11 to 6 victory over Detroit. Seven runs in the second inning, powered by Hayes Haas Swan son and Simmons, keys the win as Jones outduels Bridges. Grube Dykes Stone and Gehringer contribute for Detroit with multiple RBIs.
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Legion Baseball Race Opens With Four Teams In Action
Opening games in the American Legion league saw Butte Brewery edge Chequamagon Cafes 7 to 5 as Shewanski and Otto teamed for the win and Weinberg with Crowley for the defeat. Amos Brothers topped Walkerville 11 to 4 as Taylor and Hartwig starred for the victors while Rouleau and Tomovich led the losers.
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Southern League results recap for Nashville and peers
Nashville defeated New Orleans 9 to 6 while Chattanooga routed Birmingham 14 to 3. Memphis posted a 7 to 1 win over Knoxville in a day of Southern League baseball scores.
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