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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1934
Page
9
The Sports Parade notes injuries from a foul ball at Richards Street, urging stricter enforcement of park ground rules to protect players and spectators. It recalls a Tri City game halted when umpires walked off, cites lifeguards at Newell Park, and previews an auto race for a junk car prize at Ruby Speedway.
St Cyril's Schlitz Brewers and the Gerlacha Barklows clash Sunday at 3 30 in Richards Street diamond. Battery runs Tripple or Shroba and Podlesny for St Cyril's, King and Bosco for Gerlacha. Saints have won four straight including 1933 Will County champions, while Gerlach Barklows also boast a strong record.
Peruvian and Catholic High runners faltered in scoring while Joliet teams earned acclaim. Fans hope a stronger lineup next season from Coach Carroll will add further honors. St. Anthony’s church hosted fights where Tom Kinneally of St. Phillip surprised with speed and power, despite age and inexperience. Buck Kamin attests to Jeff Kinneally’s hidden speed and punch.
Swimming classes and campaigns for the summer are to be inaugurated next week at the Y M C A. The week includes multiple leagues and meetings: Church leagues, twilight leagues, learn to swim campaigns, and sports events for boys and youths at Nowell Park with teams such as Cardinals, Dragons, Veterans, and Cardinals facing various opponents.
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