Cowboys, Cardinals open four game set in Tucson
Weather fears threaten tonight's 8 o clock start as the Tucson Cowboys host the Albuquerque Cardinals in a four game series. Billy Sams 17 will pitch for Tucson with Ken Birds chasing the second place Texans who are a half game back. Last night’s game was postponed due to heavy rain.
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Weathered season woes blur Cowboys home crowd
Mickey Shader laments dwindling attendance after heavy rains dampen a Cowboys home stand and a postponed game. He notes last season's 700 more fans vanished as rain drenched Bisbee and other cities, threatening a repeat in total turnout.
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Bettina Seeks Winter Fight With Champion
Melio Bettina, Beacon New York, plans two California fights to push toward a November title bout with Joe Louis. Bettina negotiates 10 round bouts with Pat Valentino in San Francisco August 25 and Turkey Thompson in Los Angeles September 13, with promoter Mike Jacobs promising a title shot if he wins both.
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368th Infantry Wins Ball Game
Fort Huachuca Arizona August 6 The 368th Infantry won their 13th win in 15 games this season beating the Powder Monkeys of Benson 12 to 5 on the post diamond. Cecil Cole pitched three hits for Newark Giants fame while Morales collected four of five at bat with a double triple and two singles. Jitterbug Powell and Bush Long hit round trips as the 368th held the upper hand despite rain making the field slippery.
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Isaac Murphy the Black Archer Honored At Washington Park
The Isaac Murphy handicap at Washington Park Chicago will honor the famed jockey from Lexington known as the Black Archer. Murphy rode 628 wins in 1,410 mounts including three Kentucky Derby victories and multiple American Derbies, with a lasting legacy echoed by old timers and racing lore.
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Early Kentucky jockey known for riding miracles in racing
Born 1860 in Woodford Kentucky he moved to Lexington to train as a rider in 1874 at age 14 weighing 70 pounds. From 14 to 36 he performed riding miracles that earned him unmatched racing success and an almost uncanny horse sense, dying in 1896 after a career defined by instinctive skill.
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Bill Gallon Is Trotting Choice for Hambletonian
Nine three year old trotters, five colts and four fillies, bring records to Good Time park for the 16th Hambletonian. Bill Gallon is the 3 to 2 favorite, aiming to win the $38,729 purse. Perpetual, with Dr. H. M. Parshall, is a top challenger with the best three year old mark.
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Baseball Stars Shine With Big Hits Across Leagues
Vern Olsen pitched four hit ball to stop the Cardinals. Pete Fox doubled three times for the Red Sox against the Athletics. Vince DiMaggio homered and added two RBIs to fuel a Pirates rally against the Reds. Eddie Miller hit a three run homer sparking a Braves surge past the Phillies. Alex Carrasquel held the Yankees to nine hits as the Senators won.
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Pirates Smash Reds as NL Rivals Tremble In Wake
The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-5 to stretch their winning streak to 16 of 19. Vince DiMaggio homered in the fourth and five hits fueled a four-run seventh as Pittsburgh moved nine games behind first place, keeping Cardinals and Dodgers in a close race. The Cubs edged the Cardinals to pull within one game of the idle Dodgers, while the Braves beat the Phillies 10-9. Yankees lost to Washington, and Indians beat Detroit 2-1 as Red Sox topped Athletics 6-5. White Sox Browns rained out with a makeup set for tomorrow.
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55 Yearlings Sold At Saratoga Sales
Saratoga Springs August report shows 55 yearlings sold for 129950 with an average of 2363. The Scott consignment led the sale with top prices, while Horace Davis Sagamore Farm and W L Nutter also contributed notable lots. A bay yearling by Imp Blenheim End War Lassie fetched 9000 from Harry Warner.
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Appeal Planned For Eddie Mayo
Los Angeles August 6 David C Fleming president of the Los Angeles Angels prepared an appeal to higher authorities in the Eddie Mayo case Mayo was suspended for one year for allegedly spitting at an umpire Fleming said he would take the case to the national executive committee and then to baseball commissioner Judge K M Landis and might fly east with Mayo to appear in person
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Louis Nova fight site chatter stirs public bids
A U P survey lists three unlikely sites for the Louis Nova fight and promoters in Detroit Boston Chicago and New York present guarantees or underwritings. Louis hints at action as Nova plans counter moves while public interest rises ahead of the bout.
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Phillies Pitching Woes Highlight National League Roundup
New York report notes three majors in town and no day games this week. Lee Gris som of Philadelphia has 11 losses with a low ERA, illustrating the club's pitching struggles and poor results.
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Seeded Players Dominate Tourney in Culver
In Culver Indiana Aug 6 seeded players lead as juniors reach the fourth round and boys move into the third round of the national tennis tournament. Top seed Gardner Larned Chicago faces Marshall Chambers Cincinnati while Chambers defeated Jack Tunnell Los Angeles 6 4 6 4.
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Detroit Tigers rebound to lead AL after win over Browns
The recap recalls a past season moment where Buck Newsom secured his 14th win as Detroit toppled the St. Louis Browns to reclaim the American League lead. It notes managerial changes and historic track performances from past years with global significance.
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Kimbrough Cast as Lone Ranger in The Lone Star Tone
John Kimbrough lands the starring role in Zane Grey's The Lone Ranger and then is set to report for duty with the New York Yankees of the American pro football league. If the Yanks sign more players, Kimbrough might repeat as the Lone Star in the upcoming season.
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Dodgers intensify drive for flag and Forest Hills star power
The Dodgers surge for the league title as Bobby Riggs opens as a strong favorite in the national singles at Forest Hills. Nova Louis on Broadway lists the Brown Bomber at 15 with the latest Yankee odds at 16. Carl Snavely selected to coach the 1941 collegiate all stars against the Chicago Bears pleases all.
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International Insurance Team Softball Triumph in Phoenix
The International Insurance Company's baseball team, defending state semi pro champions, defeated Empalme Sonora Mex 7 to 3 in Phoenix. Pitchers Alex Popoff and Charley Gallardo shut down the visitors after an opening period as Empalme used five hurlers, yielding eight hits. The Sonorans face the re energised Phoenix Thunderbird in tonight's main event.
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Milk Bottle Shortage Hits Painesville Dairies Hard
In Painesville Ohio dairies report a wartime level bottle shortage hindering deliveries. C A Boutelle, manager of the local bottle exchange, says the shortage is more serious now than during the World War.
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