Field Of 33 In 500-Mile Classic Prizes Expected To Hit $185,000
Indianapolis race opens with a 33-car field at the Speedway. Estimated prizes total $185,000 with nearly $60,000 for the winner and $20,000 in lap prizes. Faulkner leads from pole. Rose seeks a fourth Speedway triumph as the field includes top drivers from California to Indiana and a Cummins Diesel entry boosts fuel economy stakes.
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Eddie Sawyer Says Phils Struggling
Eddie Sawyer, newly returning manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, voices concern as the team shows signs of struggle after his July 1948 arrival. A baseball note contrasts managerial aims with a rough start, highlighting pressure to deliver a pennant within three years.
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Eddie Sawyer
Relna
Philadephia Phillies
Altamont Stock Car Races Set Big Field and Fast Track
Altamont Fair opens with 70 plus cars aiming to enter two main events the 100 lap and 50 lap races. Trials begin by noon with two hours of action sure to draw fans. Notable guests include Dusty Doyle and Fred Carpenter while stars Jim Tinkham and Fred Sheppard compete. Ted Webb narrates the racing as calcium chloride-treated half mile track promises speed and extra seating and amenities for holiday crowds.
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Conn
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USTA Suspends Official In Election Case
The United States Trotting Association suspended Ray Jenking, a Midwestern official from Urbana, Illinois, for alleged ballot manipulation in the District One director re election. The suspension remains until a hearing by the district board of review. Jenking has served as racing secretary at Jackson, Michigan, and other tracks.
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District Board of Review
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Anti Gambling Bill Moves In Louisiana Senate
A Louisiana Senate committee on printing reported favorably an anti gambling bill to outlaw horse racing. The measure advances to the full Senate for action and, if approved, moves to the House of Representatives.
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Buckys and Dwyers Enter Swap of Doubleheaders
Four Amateur League and Taconic Wall League clubs plan a swap of doubleheaders this afternoon. The Buckys face Berlin while the Dwyers meet North Petersburg, then switch opponents with the Buckys headed to North Petersburg and the Dwyers to Berlin. The Dwyer Berlin game starts at 6 30. Manager Marty calls a 12 noon meeting at Burden Avenue and Hill Street for transit duty.
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Pettit Cleared After Doctor Exam Finds Arm Sound
Pittsburg Pirates pitcher Pettit was examined by Dr. George Bennett who reported no arm injury. The doctor advised Pettit to resume pitching, sending his status to general manager Roy Hamey.
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National League Yesterday's Results and Standings
Yesterday's league results show Brooklyn at New York rained out as the only game. Standings list Philadelphia 22 13 629 and Brooklyn 21 00 13618 with St Louis 20 wu 38 14, Chicago 17 15 1715 and Pittsburgh 16 6 32. Probable pitchers for two games include Roberts Meyer Roe Batten Sain Rey Munner Boyer Mac Donald Chambers Rat-Tensperger Blackwell Vander Meer Voiselle. American League exhibits similar schedules with multiple games and rotations including Lopat Hooper Shantz Byrne and Newhouser.
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Bell Called To Bolster Ailing Bucs
Pirates shake up roster moving Meyer out and Bell in as Marv Rickert exits for Chicago White Sox and Tom Saffell heads to Indianapolis. Meyer vows improvement with Hopp Westlake Kiner in outfield while Rojek Castiglione return to short and Beards broken wrist heals.
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Gus” Bell
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Henrich to Get Knee OK After Boston Series
Yankees say Tommy Henrich will visit Baltimore on Thursday for a knee joint examination after suffering effects in the Sunday doubleheader. Manager Casey Stengel plans for Henrich to resume his regular lineup once medical clearance is received ahead of the vital two games with the Boston Red Sox.
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Siena Linksmen Name 1951 Captain After Rainout
Siena College selects Paul Noid as golf captain for 1951 after yesterday’s season closing match at Wolferts Roost against American International. The Loudonville team finishes 3 and 2. Baseball windup against American Jates remains canceled, leaving both teams even in league play.
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Schenectady
Siena
American International
Wolferts Roost
Loudonville
American Jates National
Roosevelt Pace Feature Race Ends In Nose Photo Finish
Cops Roosevelt Pace Scott Blackstone wins aboard Westhurs Um defeating Michiy Deter by a nose in a 2.10 pace at Roosevelt Raceway. Bos Walker steered the winner as backers collect £2030 across the board. Pandora Hanover runs third while Theo A Abbe falters on the muddy surface. The day’s action also includes mentions of Thelma Cindy's Boy and Arst Second Traces with American tennis players advancing in the French International tour.
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Roosevelt Raceway
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British Champion Balti note title bout in Hartford
British light heavyweight champion Arthur King and bruiser Bru Sh eltweight contender Georgie Tenn clashed in a circuit night in Hartford Connecticut with a tied result and a decisive late finish.
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Arthur King
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Casi
Georgie Tenn
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the Colscum
Bevens Fails as Sacramento Hurler Ends Sac solons pitching career
Bill Bevens, 33, driven from the mound by Oakland Sunday night, ends his mound career with the Sacramento Solons after an outright release by general manager Jo Jo White. A former World Series hero with the New York Yankees in 1947, Bevens leaves baseball with two wins this season and had threatened to quit if he did not succeed in his comeback with Sacramento. He plans to work in a Salem Oregon furniture store. Meanwhile Catford Gres was named referee for the Manetta Regatta in Marietta Ohio.
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Oakland
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New York Yankees
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Olen
Revens
Salem
Ore
Psychologist Dr Tracy Quits Brown’s Baseball Job
Dr Tracy quits as psychologist for the St Louis Browns blaming management for lack of cooperation after the club finished seventh in the American League last season. The move ends his brief engagement aiding the team's mental approach and performance improvements.
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David FF
Mt. Loula Browns
Pert
Quaker Ring Board Sticks By Its Guns
The Philadelphia Pennsylvania Athletic Commission said it no longer recognizes Jake LaMotta as world welterweight champion and will have Robert Villemain fight Sugar Robinson for the crown. The NBA will recognize LaMotta’s June 28 title bout against Rocky Graziano but require a defense within 90 days against Robinson or Villemain’s winner.
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Sugar) Robinson
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New York State Athletic Commission
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New York
Chisox Triumph Over Browns 12-8 in Rainy Night
Chicago exploded for four runs in the eighth to pull away from St. Louis as Des Lenhardt homered and Gus Zernial added four singles. Mass and Philley drove runs, while nine Brown pitchers issued walks. Howie Judson earned the win, his first in months, with Chicago using five hurlers to close out the game delayed by rain.
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Globetrotting Globetrotters Sweep Europe on Tour
The Globetrotters and their American All-Star opponents wow European crowds on a 80 day tour. Packed arenas report thrilling trick shots dribbling and court antics as advance bookings for further stops pour in. UK and Portugal fans hailed the show televised by the BBC.
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Hill Prince Faces Mudged Suburban Handicap Test
Hill Prince runs in Belmont’s Suburban Handicap after a mud day decision by Casey Hayes. The 3 year old, previously to rest after the Derby, contests ten older rivals in the mile and a quarter feature, weighted around 113 pounds with Flying Misel topweight at 123. Entries include Flying Missile, Laser Weeper, Double Brandy, Wynford II, Going Away, and Doner among others. Eddie Arcaro not yet assigned to ride.
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Wilt Aims To Break American Two Mile Mark Today
Fred Wilt of New York AC competes in a special race at Brown Stadium to challenge the American two mile record. He faces IC4A champion Bob Black of Rhode Island State and Yosh Tobey of Brown at the Interac iomatic meet with the outdoor record set near 8 minutes 58 seconds.
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U.S
Providence
R. J
Fred Wilt
New York
Marine A. C. Softball Practice Tonight at Rye Field
The Marine A. C. softball team will practice tomorrow night at Rye Field with a business session to follow. All members are asked to attend promptly.
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