Dempsey Remembers Fights as All Star Jest Tomorrow
The article recalls Jack Dempsey, the ex champ and restaurant man, meeting fans in Manhattan. It notes his varied past from pearl diver to dish washer to fighter, and his forthcoming All-Star event on Friday July 4th. Dempsey’s memory for faces and his humor show why he remains Dempsey after years in the public eye.
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DiMaggio Seeks Hit Streak in 36th Straight Game
Joe DiMaggio stays calm as he targets a hit in his 36th consecutive game. In 35 games he scored 36 runs, collected 54 hits, and drove in 31, lifting his season average to .354 and his streak average to .391.
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Davis Zivic bout eyed by fight fans amid early Giants camp
Punch fans recall Davis and Zivic threaten mayhem at ringside while the New York Giants plan to begin training at Superior Wisconsin on August 1 to prep for the September 3 All-Star game.
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The Beard Muffs Carpentier Upset Prediction
George Bernard Shaw once forecast a German victory over Russia and boasted Carpentier would win. The next day Dempsey defeated Carpentier, disproving Shaw's boxing forecast and ending his famed sports prognostication.
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Cobb and Ruth Golf Clash Sparks Attention in New York
New York golf writers trick Ty Cobb with stories of Babe Ruth shooting 70s and 71s and strong putting. Cobb, arriving from the west, nervously paces and heads to Fresh Meadow to practice as Ruth’s actual scoring sits around 77 or 78. Cobb, though aging and heavier, still chases a win and the old competitive fire burns.
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Fritzie Zivic Forgives Davis and Plans July 1 Bout
Welterweight champ Fritzie Zivic says he forgives Al Davis for the foul filled return in their last fight here. He will ask the boxing commission to allow their July 1 bout to proceed regardless of punches landed.
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Whirlaway Heads West for Arlington Career Record Flourishes
Whirlaway trains westward to Arlington after a strong run since the year began. He has won eight of his 12 starts, signaling steady form and high hopes for upcoming assignments.
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Two Sacramento Players Injured in Series Opener
Sacramento, June 24. Third baseman Don Gutteridge and first baseman Jack Sturdy are out with injuries as the league leading club opens a week long series at Hollywood. Gutteridge has a broken toe and misses two weeks. Sturdy suffers a small rib fracture and will be out about a week. Manager Pepper Martin reshuffles the infield with Gene Handley moving to third, Snuffy Scalzi at short, and Chet Wieczorek at first.
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Onry Park Midgets Plan 2:30 Practice Session
The Onry Park Midgets schedule a practice session for tomorrow at 2 30. All players are urged to report.
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Ruth Faces Cobb in Charity Golf Exhibition
Ruth, 47, the former baseball slugger Babe Ruth, prepares to challenge Ty Cobb in an 18 hole left handed charity match at Commonwealth course Newton Mass. Ruth fired a seven over 79 in his first practice round and aims to prove he can beat Cobb who has long claimed superiority in any sport.
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Lou Novikoff Returns to Minor Leagues with Brewers
Chicago June 24. Lou Novikoff the Cubs high profile rookie heads to Milwaukee Brewers in American Association for seasoning after a .237 major league average. Grimm now Brewers manager aims to restore Novikoff’s confidence by giving him a microphone and a chance to rebound.
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Tennis and rowing echoes in year by year sports glance
Today marks a recap of past champions with Don McNeill beating Bobby Riggs in a clay court final, Alice Marble defeating Gracya Wheeler for the women’s title, and Harvard’s varsity crew achieving an undefeated season. The note also recalls Joe DiMaggio’s early rookie feats with the Yankees.
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Broadway Dodgers Triumph Brightens NL Race
In a key win over Pittsburgh, Freddie Fitzsimmons powered the Dodgers 4 to 1, lifting Brooklyn within a half game of idle St. Louis as Fitzsimmons nears a weekly role. Joe Medwick Dolf Camilli and Pete Reiser each had three hits in a 17-hit attack. Claude Passeau edged Hal Schumacher 1 to 0 in Chicago as the Cubs beat the Giants. The AL resumes play with the Yankees in second place under pressure.
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Rivalry to flare again in President's Cup bike race
The Rotary Club, after a full canvass, finds Ford Lauber eligible to ride for Rotary in the Jaycee July 4th President's Cup race. Kiwanis President Bill Bowers trains for the event as Loveless Gardner, Jaycee chair, says no handicaps and no aids.
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U A Golfers Out Of Running In Intercollegiate Qualifying
University of Arizona golf team appears out of contention after the first 18 holes of the intercollegiate qualifying. Tom Coffin led the Arizona scores with 78, while Ed Peterson 82 John Fisher 83 and Bill Bell 85 followed. Jim Mee Shane did not start.
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Williams Invitational Golf Tourney Opens Sunday
Qualifying play for the fourth annual Williams Country Club invitational will begin Sunday June 29 with tournament play starting July 4. Invitations went to top golfers from Arizona New Mexico Southern California and Nevada. Milt Coggins of Phoenix will not defend his title leaving the field open.
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City Baseball League Managers Meet Tonight at Armory
City baseball league managers announce a meeting tonight at eight o'clock to discuss league affairs. The session will be held at the Armory and is open to league officials and team representatives.
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Yanks erupt for 18 runs in high scoring win over White Sox
Homers in one inning powered the New York Yankees to an 18 11 victory against the Chicago White Sox, posting a dramatic offensive outburst that overwhelmed the, visitors.
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Yankees to unveil Lou Gehrig memorial on July 4
The report notes plans to unveil the Lou Gehrig memorial on Independence Day. It also mentions One-Eyed Connolly named custodian of the gate for the American Legion baseball championships in Kansas.
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Ruth Cobb repartee and Georgetown manager candidate
The item notes a witty golf clash between G H Ruth and Tyrus Cobb with a jab about Babe Ruth. It also identifies Babe Connaughton as Georgetown's top candidate to replace H Gabriel Murphy as graduate manager, and hints at Tommy Harmon's film project risking clashes with actors in Hollywood.
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McKechnie to Give Daughter Away, Times-Star Notes
Cincinnati society notes report that Bill McKechnie plans to give his daughter away in a social ceremony. The Times-Star highlights the event as part of local social news.
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Camp Claiborne mosquitoes cycle joke from Crookston paper
Don McKenzie relays a humorous camp tale from Crookston boys at Camp Claiborne Louisiana. Two mosquitoes debate whether to eat a sleeping soldier in the tent or take him to the swamp, warning bigger mosquitoes would steal him if moved.
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Seventh inning stretch origin query to readers
Durham Herald sports editor Ed Mitchell asks readers to share theories on when and how the seventh inning stretch began in baseball. He invites explanations from readers, urging fan input.
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Jersey Jones Bets On 13 For Conn Louis Fight
The drum-beater at the Louis camp urged reporters to pick Joe in the 13th round. He said Conn Louis considers 13 his lucky number and notes Joe trained here a days and was born on the 13th day.
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Public Links Meet Draws Big Field
The national amateur public links golf championship drew a record field of 2824 entrants for Spokane Washington to be held July 14 to 19. The field tops last year’s 2601 and may be the largest entry in a major golf tournament worldwide. Qualifying rounds in 36 cities will trim the field to 192 for the Spokane championship with some 36 hole tryouts already completed and others slated June 27 to 30. Denver leads with 17 entrants.
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All Star Game Set as Cowboys, Bisbee Clash with El Paso Albuquerque
Tucson Cowboys lead the league midway and host the all star game on the municipal diamond tomorrow night. Western stars will be managed by Pat Patterson with Arizona and Texas teams facing off as Pat Patterson and Speck Williamson lead the two clubs. First half ended with Cowboys winning 7-2 over El Paso and Bisbee beating Albuquerque 11-3.
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Wrong number causes fire alarm confusion at Scott Field
A wrong number dialed 17 at Scott Field triggered an alarm sending fire crews into action. Headquarters urged telephone users to be careful to prevent false alarms and headaches for responders.
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Traq Builds 750 Miles of Rail Since World War I
Traq reports 750 miles of railroad constructed since the end of the First World War. The extensive network expansion reflects a long-term infrastructure push across the region.
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El Paso and Tucson score in latest standings update
Last night El Paso 2 and Tucson 7, Albuquerque 3 and Bisbee 11 reported in the standings. No games scheduled tonight.
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Stars and Dodgers Triumph in Key Baseball Showdowns
Freddie Fitzsimmons earned his 13th straight win against Pittsburgh as the Dodgers beat the Pirates 9 to 4. Franks hit a pinch homer with two on to tie the score. Claude Passeau limited the Giants to a 1 to 0 Cubs victory, Nicholson driving home the game's lone run with a first inning double.
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Arnovich Reclassified to Class 1-A in Wis
Morris Arnovich the New York Giants outfielder has been reclassified to class 1-A by the selective service district board at Superior Wisconsin, as disclosed by the district appeals board.
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