Dodgers Blank Cubs in NL Lead Stretch
Elwyn Roe pitched a four hit shutout as the Dodgers defeated the Chicago Cubs 6 to 0 to extend their NL lead to a half game. Jackie Robinson led a 11-hit Brooklyn attack with two doubles. Cincinnati beat the Braves 3 to 1 in Crosley Field as Wyrostek hit a two run homer.
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Two Baseball Greats Clash in Historic Showdown
United Press reports from Brooklyn and Chicago describe a showcase featuring baseball legends Roe Campanella and Schmitz as the spotlight falls on veteran stars in a high profile contest.
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Indians Lose Two Players Amid Football Setback
Pocatello high school faces roster losses as second string end Jay Casper may be used as kicker if he stays away from practice to help his ailing father. Ed Brennan is ineligible. Sam Frohm unlikely due to a weak heart. Jay Bybee likely becomes regular center while Ashton’s Robert Lee plans to enroll, aiding the Gate City squad.
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Omaha Legion Team Wins Right to World Series Playoffs
Omaha's Junior American Legion baseball team earned a trip to represent the West in the Indianapolis Little World Series after a 14 to 5 victory over Yakima. The win capped a second consecutive win over Washington contenders as Omaha outhit Yakima 13 to 10.
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Utah Starts Grid Season Despite Heat
Utah begins 1948 football practice with nearly 200 athletes across Utah, BYU, and Utah State. Ike Armstrong leads 57 Utes with 30 lettermen as USC looms Sept. 17. Logan’s E L Romney fields 11-game schedule while BYU pressures San Diego State under lights Sept. 17. Scotty Deeds expected to pace Logan ball carriers.
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Dick) Romney
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Famed Baseball Clown Performs at Halliwell Park Tonight
Johnnie Jones renowned as baseball’s laugh ambassador brings his act to Halliwell park for the opening game of the Pocatello Ogden series. The ex GI clown rehearsed in California and will perform from 7 30 until late during the start of the game. His exploding bat and oversized glove are part of the routine and reflect his veteran forged career making fans laugh.
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South Team Wins A R P Trophy at Rockland Field
South team of the A R P League captured the championship with a 5-4 win over North at Rockland ball field. A third playoff game was planned but South won two straight, with Darrell Lind injuring his ankle in the second inning. Batteries Chadbourne and Schmett for South. Clark Whalen and Mungar for North.
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Boxing results from Los Angeles and Portland events
Reports list Enrique Bo Lanos and Bill Peterson each scoring TKO wins in separate bouts. Lanos stopped Yesse in Buffalo while Peterson defeated Roy Hawkins in Tacoma. A note highlights Ashland Oregon hosting the Oregon Shakespearean Festival each August in a nod to Elizabethan theater.
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Texas Scene Of Wide Quiz On Players
The baseball commissioner’s office discloses an investigation into player deals in Texas and may pursue actions against Tiger, Pirate, and Dallas rosters. Officials refuse to confirm names, but figures tied to Texas and Dallas clubs are cited in reporting.
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Davis Cup lineup likely to feature Schroeder and Parker
Despite calls for change the New York report says Ted Schroeder and Frankie Parker were favored for U S singles when the Davis Cup draw is made. Billy Talbert may shift to doubles as Schroeder has played little this season while Talbert had a strong year including Newport title.
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ISC Opens Grid Grind for Idaho State Football
Idaho State college grid players began practice for a landmark second season as a four year program. Head coach Johnny Vesser welcomed 40 candidates including 18 lettermen from the previous Bengal squad. The session featured calisthenics blocking tackling drills and back and end work.
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