Conn Louis Fight Rematch Seen As Elderly Champion Fights Younger Challenger
New York June 16 The June 18 1941 throwback bout between Joe Louis and Conn is recapped as an aging champion facing a rising challenger Billy Conn. Writers note Louis’s late stoppage in their first meeting and discuss today’s predictions with Conn seen as the stronger young contender and Louis aging but formidable. Analysts debate who will prevail as the rematch nears.
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Jim Braddock
Eddie Josephs
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Bill Healey
Ireland
Fishing Season Opens Tomorrow Across Indiana Streams
The opening day brings anglers to lakes and streams with bait and gear ready for the season. State officials note most lakes at normal levels while cautioning against disturbing spawning beds as fishing laws remain unchanged. Anglers 18 and older need a license with daily bag limits set for bass, pike, pickerel, bluegill, crappie and redeye among others.
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Donald R. Hughes
Boat Race Legend Kept Alive By Greatest Finisher
The fragment references a boat and a famed finisher named Louis, suggesting a tale where the ultimate outcome will be settled by his performance. The quote hints at an enduring story centered on legacy and the sport.
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Assault Aims to Break Money Record in Dwyer Stakes
New York June 15 Assault, winner of the Kentucky Derby Preakness and Belmont, eyes a money record at Aqueduct by aiming for the single season earnings mark. He faces Lord Boswell Windfields Natchew Mahount in a field led by trainer Max Hirsch who notes a transition and strong training.
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Yankees Pick Up Game On Boston Sox
New York reports race for trades as DiMaggio’s slump harms the Yanks. Spud Chandler’s 6 4 win over the Browns and the White Sox upset of the Red Sox highlight a night of major league action. Tigers beat Senators 6 2, Mackien wins 5 3 in 13 innings. Braves Johnny Sain 4 1 Reds. Dodgers fall to Cubs 5 1 as trade talks continue.
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Vance coached Junior Legion team defeats Riney 10 to 4
The Vance led Junior Legion squad beat Riney 10 to 4 at Allen Field with Roy Vance pitching for the Vance team and Wade Dant on the mound for Riney. The game was a pre schedule Legion event and coaches will select league pairings Thursday morning. The piece notes New Harmony Indiana’s founding by Harmonists in 1814 and 1824 sale to Robert Swen and move to Economy Pennsylvania.
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Milwaukee at Indianapolis Night Action in A A Read
Scores and schedules show Milwaukee visiting Indianapolis and Minneapolis traveling to Toledo for night games. St Paul leads Columbus 5 to 4 in the first game, with Kansas City at Louisville slated for night play.
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Baseball Scores From Night Games
Scores report shows Boston 5 Chicago 6, New York 6 St. Louis 1 and Detroit 6 Washington 2 with Philadelphia 5 Cleveland 3 in night action.
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Sports scores and old court note quotes from Scotland and London
Boston defeated Cincinnati 4 1 and Chicago beat Brooklyn 5 1 in night games. Pittsburgh at Philadelphia and St. Louis at New York faced rain. Historical Scotland practiced trial by battle for cases until late 1500s. London’s Mrs Kay Stammers Menzies praised American players in Wightman Cup. Oil drilling costs rose over a third from prewar levels. Democrat want ad urged.
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London
Kay Stammers Menzies
Tennis Courts At Allen Field In Busy Use
Allen Field tennis courts stay busy with many players taking advantage of free privileges and recreation. Returning service members are helping improve play, with up to 15 players on court daily and more awaiting turns. A limited number of racquets are available and a season tournament is planned, promising strong competition.
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Allen Field
Ae Cate
Sports quotes from promoters and trainers on big races
Mike New York Jacobs, promoter, says the gate won’t reach three million dollars and ringside seats stay. Max Hirsch, trainer, states Assault is ready for the word in the Dwyer stakes and prefers the soft deep footing of the Aqueduct track.
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New York
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Assault
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Aqueduct
Knights of Columbus Defeat City Billiards 9 to 2 in Softball
The Knights of Columbus defeated the City Billiards 9 to 2 at Allen Field. City Billiards remained scoreless until the sixth inning as the Knights extended their winning streak in this softball matchup.
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City Billiards
Allen Field
City
County halts sale of herd after public auction rule
In Vancouver Washington Clark county officials planned a county herd sale of 20 cows but canceled after a new law required all county public auctions be held in the courthouse. The abrupt reversal followed the imposition of the law.
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Vancouver
Wash
Clark
Junior Softball Next Week Schedule Card
Next week schedule lists games across five days. Monday features Scott versus Palmer at 5:15 and English against St. Simon's at 6:15. Tuesday brings Williams versus Browning at 5:15 and St. Mary's V8 at 6:15. Wednesday shows Palmer versus Williams at 5:16 and St. Simon's versus St. Mary's at 6:15. Thursday pairs Scott against Browning and Neff against English at 6:16.
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Browning
St. Mary's V8
Wiliams
St. Simon’s
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