Ruth to Play in Yankee Uniform in Crucial Series
New York June 18 George Ruth alias Hermen is set to appear in a Yankee uniform for a five game series against the Athletics at Fenway Park to decide the race. The Athletics hold a large lead but recent play suggests a possible slump as a five game set looms.
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Mack denies retirement rumors as Athletics stay led by Connie Mack
Connie Mack, 66, says he has no retirement plans for the Philadelphia Athletics and hopes to manage until age 70 if health allows. He notes a past flirtation with retirement during spring training due to health but states he will step down only if continued managing harms his wellbeing. This marks his twenty-ninth season as Athletics skipper and thirty-sixth as a baseball manager.
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Golfers Qualify in Southeast Iowa Tournament Tie
Gene Vaughn of Shenandoah shot 83 to tie for second in qualifying for the Southeast Iowa golf tournament defending champ, with Doug Reynolds of Creston posting 80 as low score. Lyman Turner of Red Oak tied Vaughn for second while competitors from Oskaloosa also contended.
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National League and American League batting leaders highlighted
The report lists top batting averages and leaders across the leagues with Cards and Giants featuring prominently. Notable mentions include Frisch and Hafey for the Cardinals, Gehringer of the Tigers, Foxx of the Athletics, and Combs and Manush among others, reflecting a broad snapshot of the season’s early stats.
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Miss Glenna Colvitt Shaped by Unusual Ballet Feat
A garbled item notes Miss Glenna Colvitt performing a striking ballet influenced routine tied to a recent American Women's championship loss. It mentions a dancer's balance on the heel of the foot, a top stance, and a reverse drive, with odd stunt details and references to Bayett and Rackawing in a hazy context.
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Al Brown Makes Title Try Today In Queens Bout
In New York on June 18 Al Brown a lanky Panamanian and Vidal Gregorin of Spain meet in a round bout at Queensboro Stadium to decide who will be the defending bantamweight world champion per the New York State Athletic Commission. Brown has been rated among the top 118 pounders for several years.
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Hole in One Report From Reinoback Course
Carl Moeller of Reinbeck registers a hole in one on the 163 yard No 7 hole at the Inca course a lake hazard. Teammates and witnesses include Paul E Foote Smith of Waterloo Leonard Raffensperger and Ray Dau both former Towra athletes.
Huskies Draw Major Attention in Intercollegiate Regatta
In Poughkeepsie New York on June 18 the University of Washington Huskies drew major attention as crews prepare for the June 24 Intercollegiate rowing regatta. In Chicago on June 18 Les Martinez, Chicago heavyweight, defeated Jack Dorval after 30 rounds. A California shower notes a single fan following his father's career.
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Stribling Wins at Kansas Boxing Showdown
In Wichita on June 18, W L Young Stribling defeated Babe Hunt in a record crowd Kansas boxing match. Stribling floored the Oklahoma fighter for a ninth count in the fifth round, marking Hunt’s first knockdown. Also notes Ace Hodkins began training in San Francisco ahead of a proposed flight with Charley Belanger on June 28.
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Pyle Faces Further Court Scrutiny In California
In Los Angeles promoter C C Pyle of the transcontinental bunion derby loses a $500 municipal court judgment. Route crews and performers allege deposits were not returned as three cross country runners dropped out. City prosecutor Lloyd S Nix is told of labor bureau claims, while a note for $490 plus $106 interest is awarded to L W Greene in Altadena.
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Bristow Man Suffers From Infected Hand
Bristow resident Dale Kil Son suffers a left hand infection not responding to treatment. Doctor orders complete rest. Local notices include hospital discharge for Irma Bochman after appendicitis, and Rev. Carl Schnucker and wife planning summer work with Line Reformed Church. Charles City defeats Rudd 9 7 in a Sunday game. Mason City Country Club to visit Lion Field. Ascot stakes won by Orkney at Royal Ascot opening day.
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Cardinals Hold NL Lead With 13 3 Win Over Cubs
The St Louis Cardinals stayed two games up in the National League pennant race by defeating the Chicago Cubs 13 to 3. Hafey slugged his 17th homer, driving in two runs as eight runs exploded in the eighth inning. The Cardinals piled up 13 runs on 10 hits, while Chicago managed three.
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