Non title bout headlines at Polo Grounds tonight
Professor Mike Jacobs brings Bummy Davis in a 12 round non title clash at the Polo Grounds with Welterweight champion Fritzie Zivic aiding Davis. Davis fights for his ring return after a lifetime NYAC ban and Army stint while promoters expect packed crowds and a share of proceeds to relief funds.
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Browns switch managers while Cubs question future
The St Louis Browns chose Luke Sewell as manager to replace Fred Haney, signaling ongoing struggles as last place concerns persist. Across baseball, Tabby Romero fights Freddie Steele in Phoenix after another disputed decision. The California Class C league contends with team withdrawals and player suspensions. Joe DiMaggio vows to break a hitting record to honor Tony Novella, but Tony dies before the pledge is fulfilled.
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Louis Wants To Box Nova In Home Town
Joe Louis aims for a Lou Nova bout in his hometown with a possibly 20 round or finish fight, and to move the fight to Havana. Nova resists and prefers New York venue with a planned ball park setting. DiMaggio dominates the Brooklyn scene as Zivic remains favored over Davis.
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Judge notes horse-doping charges on the coast
Louisville Times columnist B. M. Atkinson Jr. comments on widespread doping allegations in horse racing. He argues pervasive scrutiny yields many accusations, likening it to finding a needle in a haystack.
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Tigers pay 45000 for Wakefield start and early mishap
Detroit paid 45000 to acquire Dick Wakefield and he broke a $2 bat on his first at bat. Babe Ruth reportedly wore a bobby pin to keep hair under control during batting. Augie Galan works knees on a stationary bike aided by a jockey cap and whip from trainer Andy Lotshaw. Les MacMitchell has raced 43 times since fall with four losses. Joe Louis touted for October, Di Maggios plan winter in New York.
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Preferred Lies and a Golf Ball Kissed Him
Howard Ehmke recalls a strange golf shot where a ball stuck in a water hazard bank and then struck him in the face as it vanished, only to land and kiss him on the head. He finished the nine on a puzzling score.
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Amateur Golf Field Shrinks Because of Draft
COLORADO SPRINGS July 1 The 42nd running of the Western amateur meet opens at Broadmoor with a small field due to the draft. Only 56 entrants signed, with Marvin Ward defending his title. The field will narrow to 32 after two rounds of qualifying and match play begins Thursday. Western Golf Association President Theodore C. Butz says this is the first big amateur event since the draft law took effect.
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Bud) Ward
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Arizona Speedboat Races Set Sunday
More than a dozen central Arizona speed boat pilots join northern Arizona Texas and New Mexico boatmen in the American Legion races on Becker Lake near Springerville on Sunday. Local entrants include Charley Ulrich of Glendale and W. G. Sweitzer of Phoenix, with Ulrich a prior winner and Sweitzer earning hydroplane honors in Elephant Butte regatta. Skipper Hooper, Pacific coast Class B hydroplane champion, is also expected.
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Major League leaders and stats high in season summary
National and American League leaders listed for batting runs and RBIs with players such as Williams DiMaggio and Heath noted for high averages and totals. Key figures include DiMaggio leading in hits and home runs, Keller and York among RBI leaders, and Feller as top pitcher in the American League, with Mize Slaughter and Rei ser among NL leaders.
Women Entering July 4 Bike Race Faces Resistance
Tucson Jayceeettes press for women's entry in the President's Cup bike race at the university stadium during the July 4 show. They cite equal rights and the president Mrs. Lawrence Lewis as possible entrant, while male competitors argue against mixed races. Only Bob Fogle expresses support, though his stance may reflect other members' views.
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Wingmen Triumph 11-5 In City Softball Game
The First Bombardment Wing beat Steinfeld's 11 to 5 in the sole city league game at Eaglefield. Stritt's Conoco Boys forfeited to Pima Highway. Tonight's games list 730 Congress Street Champs vs Sunset Daily and 130-31 Taxi vs Bautista Shoemen.
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Baseball News: Slaughter and Moore Lead Stats Across Leagues
Slaughter of St. Louis tallies seven triples while Moore of Boston adds six. Ott of New York drives 18 home runs and Camilli of Brooklyn 15. Frey of Cincinnati swipes 10 bases. Riddle of Cincinnati goes 8 0 in wins, with Nahem and Krist of St. Louis at 5 0.
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Red Sox Open Two-Game Series With Yankees In New York
Boston manager Joel Cronin says the club will walk Yanks star Joe DiMaggio if the situation calls for it as Boston seeks wins. Ted Williams hits .404 with 36 RBIs in 63 games, while DiMaggio and the Yankees pace the home-run barrage.
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DiMaggio Seeks Record After Wee Willie Keeler Mark
DiMaggio aims to break the 44 game hitting streak set by Wee Willie Keeler in 1897. Keeler, the small batter who coined Hit em where they aint, inspired the famed query about the secret of success. DiMaggio currently has 42 straight games, needing three more to surpass Keeler.
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Soldiers and boxing clash at Polo Grounds tonight
Lew Jenkins, former light heavyweight champion and cavalry veteran, coaches Private Al Davis for a wartime bout against Fritzie Zivic at the Polo Grounds. Zivic is favored, with odds around 3 to 1, while Jenkins’s secret sessions invite curiosity about training versus natural punch power.
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Craig Wood Faces Tough PGA Pressure in Denver Bid
The piece argues Craig Wood must win the PGA at Denver to complete a grand slam after wins at Augusta and the Open. It notes the odds favor the field after recent successes and warns a lesser pro could surge in match play to upset a favorite.
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National League All Star Pitchers Break Youth Theory
The NL managers select veteran arms for the all star rotation with Derringer Walters Wyatt Warneke Passeau Blanton and Hubbell named. Early lines show no youngster in the staff though the group promises strong inning limits and solid pitching for the showcase.
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Stars Shine In Busy Pro Baseball Roundup
Yesterday's games feature Elmer Riddle of the Reds earning an eighth straight win with seven scattered hits and no walks. Maurice Van Robays of the Pirates drives in decisive runs with a third inning triple against the Cardinals. Cliff Melton of the Giants fires a six hit 12 inning shutout of the Braves and helps spark a rally with a single. Pete Reiser and Cookie Lavagetto of the Dodgers lead a 10 hit attack on the Phillies with Reiser homering and tripling, Lavagetto adding three singles. Joe Kuhel of the White Sox hits a fifth inning homer then singles in the ninth to seal the win over the Tigers. Joe Grace of the Browns belts a four bagger plus a double and single to beat the Indians, despite Bob Feller on the mound.
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Tony Galento Hurt Before Baer Bout In Mug Incident
A year ago Tony Galento sustained chin cuts when a mug thrown by his brother struck him on the eve of his scheduled fight with Max Baer.
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Budge Wins Wimbledon for Second Straight Title
Five years earlier Don Budge captured his second consecutive Wimbledon singles championship by routing Henry Bunny Austin 6 1 6 1 in the final.
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Bunny) Austin
Pitcher Loses Second Game In St Louis
Bill Bom reports Bob Feller suffers his second loss in St Louis as the Indians blow a six run lead and fall 12-6. Cleveland drops to two games behind the Yankees while others win or lose in the majors.
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Lemos Vies For Title In 10 Round Featherweight Bout
Richie Lemos challenges Petey Scalzo for the NBA featherweight crown in a 10 round Los Angeles title fight. Lemos promises a knockout in six as Scalzo keeps mum despite recent KO win. both fighters are slugging contenders with similar stats and form.
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Yankees Blank Red Sox 5-0 To Drop Boston
The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox 5-0 three years ago, sending Boston into third place. The game showcased dominant pitching and a decisive offensive performance by New York.
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