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Newspaper

Waterloo Evening Courier

Location

Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1928

Page

5

Ruth's Homer Powers Yankees Past Senators 7 to 5

Babe Ruth blasted his fourth homer of the season helping the New York Yankees defeat the Washington Senators 7 to 5 at Washington. The win moved New York atop the American League standings as Ruth drove in multiple runs and led the offense alongside teammates Gehrig and Ruel.

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He Changes His Mind Instead of His Suit

A garbled note from a newspaper page discusses a person reconsidering a wardrobe decision. The text hints at a change of plan related to attire and mentions a playful or satirical tone. Names, places, and clear facts are unreadable in the fragment.

Sharkey Delaney Heavyweight Show Draws Big Hopes

Jack Sharkey and Jack Delaney clash in a five round heavyweight bout at the Garden tonight amid mounting bets and expectations. Tex Rickard eyes a strong gate as a likely Tunney Heeney setup looms, with Sharkey favored to win by knockout and trigger July plans. Delaney’s limitation against top heavies is noted while Sharkey’s recent form and outdoor prep fuel optimism.

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Pyle's Marathoners to Arrive at Capital of Illinois

Viedco April 30. Peter Gavard of Southampton led Andrew Payne of Claremiave in the Pyle trans continental motor race by more than four hours today. Gavard extended his lead with yesterday's lap of 4.47:02, as Springheld 36 miles away aimed for the finish.

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Heeney Arrives in New York From Europe

New Zealand challenger Tom Heeney sails from Southampton aboard the Leviathan and lands in New York today for a protracted stay before his July bout with Gene Tunney. Heeney vacationed in London and Paris after defeating Jack Delancey in March.

Heeney New York Europe Tom Huenty New Zealand GaLe Tunney Southampton London Paris Jack Delancey

Cedar Valley track meet heats 19 schools in Waverly

Coaches Midge Makeever and Ralph Sarff train East and West High squads for the Cedar Valley meet at Waverly with about 325 athletes from 19 northeastern town schools. Prelims are at 9:00 am and finals at 2:00 pm. referee L. Mendenhall and clerk R. C. Williams.

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Four Ball Games on Tutor State for Coming Week

The State Teachers College baseball team returns from Pella after a 9 to 5 win over Central College. They travel to Decorah to face Luther College, then play at Jacksonville and Macomb before visiting Monmouth. The home opener is May 9 against Upper Town at Fayette.

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Porat Roebuck Heavyweight Bout Aims For Title Shot

Otto von Porat of Norway faces Tiny Roebuck once more in Chicago in a ten round heavyweight bout. Both fighters seek a step toward a heavyweight title as they clash tonight at the city arena.

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Bobby Jones Sees Future Golf Career In First Half of Life

Baltimore April 30 Bobby Jones now 26 foresees playing reasonably good golf at 40 and maybe a mild threat at 43 if the game holds. He doubts plans beyond 45, notes mental over physical golf, and explains he may lose excess weight while preparing for major championships. He recently played an exhibition at Baltimore Country Club with a final 77 in 18 holes marred by 38 putts and "miserable golf."

Brian Tell Baltimore Bobby Jones Atlanta Wizard Harry Varden Varden Bobby Jones George Duncan Olympia Baltimore Country Club Watts Gunn Warren Corkran Roland MacKenzie

Whit on the difference between a cleck and a driving iron

Tommy Armour explains that a cleck is an old Scotch club with a long marrow blade on the left side, while the driving iron has a shorter deeper blade. Both are used for a big iron shot, though the No. 1 iron now often replaces these clubs in use.

Illini Lead Big Ten as Busy Week Looms

Illinois, undefeated in the Big Ten, faces a demanding schedule with games against Wisconsin at Urbana, Ohio State, Northwestern, Minnesota, and Purdue. Michigan also sits with a perfect record as Indiana clings to third place behind the leaders.

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Giants and Braves split doubleheader at Polo Grounds

New York and Boston split a two game set at the Polo Grounds. In the opener Virgil Barnes held NY to a 5 3 loss while Terry and Ott homered for NY Brown drove in four. The nightcap ended 17 8 as New York pounded three Boston pitchers for 15 hits with Harper homering and Brown adding four RBIs.

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Cubs Star Outfielder Hack Wilson Struggles With Ankles

Chicago April 30 Hack Wilson, renowned Cubs outfielder, has brittle ankles limiting his start to the season. Despite repeated injuries his speed and fielding remain noted, with a history of ankle problems dating from earlier seasons and transitions from minor leagues to Chicago.

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Webster City High Plans Ten Game Football Schedule

Webster City Iowa April 30 Coach W Rust announces the Webster City high school eleven will play ten games this season five at home and five away. The schedule includes games against Lehtyi at home and Fort Dodge on the road with matchups listed for Clarion, Open date, Algona Grove and others.

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Yesterday's Homer Leaders and League Totals

Box scores headline yesterday's baseball results across the American and National Leagues. Notable performances include Ruth Hauser Williams and Wilson among leaders with multiple homers and RBI tallies. teams Brooklyn New York Boston and others posted results with players like Harper, Brown, and O'Doul contributing, while individual leaders show strong showings in both leagues.

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Matt Winn Built Kentucky Derby Into Huge Event

Col Matt J Winn evokes the Louisville Derby legacy as he rebuilt the event starting in 1890. From a small Kentucky fair to a global spectacle, Winn cut distances, boosted purses, and grew attendance for the Kentucky Derby now a premier turf showcase.

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Plans Comeback For Toed Lewis In New Heavyweight Bid

New York April 6 news that Toed Lewis former welterweight champion arrived aboard the Leviathan with Tom Heeney and Gene Tunney's challenger. Lewis 32 seeks a middleweight return with Mickey Walker. Ted formerly held the English middleweight title.

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Tripoli High Beats Sumner High 19 to 0 in Softball Start

Tripoli high baseball team routed Sumner high school 19 to 0 on Friday afternoon with Paul Wiharm refereeing. The Game opened the season for both teams, showcasing Tripoli's strong offense and Sumner's defense struggles.

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