Coaltown May Prove Derby Tops
New York United Press reports Coaltown on the comeback trail for the 74th Kentucky Derby. Calumet Farm’s colt, once doubted for distance, has set a track record in the Blue Grass Stakes and shows speed to possibly win the Derby. Jockey N L Pierson and trainer Jimmy Jones back Coaltown as a Derby contender amid Calumet’s internal debate with Citation.
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Whirlaaway
Pep Band Brings ISC Tour with New Cheerleaders
The ISC pep band of about thirty members led by Jay Slaughter plans a state tour from May 9 to 13. New cheerleaders Kenneth Stotich Frank Bithel and Shirley Weston join the Cadettes, with itineraries listed for Caldwell Nampa Meridian Boise Mountain Home Buhl Twin Falls Burley Blackfoot American Falls.
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Meridian
Boise
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Pocatello Cardinals Openers Delayed by Rain Foretold
The Pocatello Cardinals opener was postponed by rain wind and cold with plans to play in the next Mustang series in Pocatello. Pioneer League improves setup this year no days off in 1947 but many arranged this season. Players praise Pocatello hospitality and fans. leaders note goal is to win for fans and team.
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Rotary Clubs
San Diego Drops Tilt In Hard Fought Pacific Coast Start
In San Diego, San Francisco’s pitchers held firm as Cliff Melton blanked the Padres for a 3 to 2 win. O'Doul and Hugh Luby were ejected after disputing a safe call on Gene Woodling. Hollywood beat Portland 7 to 6 as Los Angeles at Sacramento and Seattle at Oakland were postponed.
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Lou Kahn
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Pro Football Contract Okayed By Conference Commissioner
LOS ANGELES April 30 UP Quarterback R G Dick Ottele's contract to play for the New York Yankees was approved by all-America football conference Commissioner Adm Jonas Ingram. The ruling says negotiations conformed with conference rules after Ingram investigated Ottele had signed while at the University of Washington and while still eligible for college football.
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Dick) Ottele
New York Yankees
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Jonas Ingram
Ingram
Ottele
Ee Yankees
University of Washington
Verban Seeks First Big League Home Run This Spring
Emil Verban of the Phillies pins hopes on a homer this season after five years without one in majors. The veteran second baseman, nicknamed the man of distinction, talks of a new bat and a wish to power one into the stands at the Polo Grounds. Verban jokes with teammates as he seeks his first long ball, while teammates tease him and recount past near-misses.
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Downey
Leon Fenwick
Indians
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Preston
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Verban
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Polo Grounds
Vern
Rowe
Bert Haas
Haas
Arky Vaughan
Brooklyn
Vertas
League Standings Engine Poised to Transform Aviation Timetable
A futuristic propulsion system named League Standings Engine would power aircraft at about 1400 miles per hour, roughly twice the speed of sound. Officials say deployment could occur within six years, potential game changer for air travel and defense.
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