College All Star Gridders Top Eagles 17 7 at Soldier Field
The College All Stars defeated the NFL champion Philadelphia Eagles 17 to 7 before about 90 000 fans in Chicago. Eddie LeBaron directed the attack with standout runs and passes, while Charley Justice sparked a 54 yard scoring drive and added 33 yards on nine carries.
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National League Standings and Tonight’s Schedule
The National League standings show Philadelphia leading with a 66 43 record, followed by Brooklyn 55 45 and St. Louis 57 47. Tonight’s games feature New York at Philadelphia and Brooklyn at Boston among others. Yesterday’s results include Boston 7 Brooklyn 0 and New York 3 Philadelphia 1.
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Invader Hypocrite II set for Saratoga clashes this August
Hypocrite II, the top Venezuelan invader, seeks a meeting with Noor in the Saratoga Handicap on August 19 and is also eligible for the Saratoga Cup on August 24. Trainer Norman Tallman hails him as the best horse he has trained while owner and jockey details accompany his strong 2024 season showing $15,975 in earnings and top finishes at Belmont Monmouth Jamaica and Aqueduct.
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Bickford's 7 0 No Hitter First In Majors Since 48
Vern Bickford pitched a seven to nothing no hitter for the Braves, first in the majors since 1948. He walked four and allowed one baserunner, with Rex Barney earlier the last to do so against New York. The win kept Boston within reach of Philadelphia with key games ahead.
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Baseball Night Scores and Evening Doubleheaders
Night action features New York 7 Philadelphia tonight with a 10 inning result. Cleveland 3 Chicago 2 and Washington 5 Boston 2 in separate night matchups. Detroit visits St. Louis at 1 30 and 30 Philadelphia at New York 1 05 and Cleveland at Chicago with two starts at 1 30 and 3 30. Boston hosts Washington at 1 30.
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Sewell Homer Lifts Moose To 3-2 Win Over Novick
In city softball Rip Sewell hit a bases loaded homer with two out in the seventh to lift Moose Club to a 3-2 victory over Novick Transfer Co. The Moose move tightens the race for a post season tourney as Novick slips to within a game and a half of Plumly Lumber Co. in the fight for fourth place. Jr League youths from Winchester topped Front Royal 16-8 in another game.
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J.W. Arthur Makes State Try Tonight
The two day State Softball Tournament opens at Byrd Park with Schoolfield Motor Sales facing Princess Anne Raritans at 2 p.m. The winner meets Newport News Blue Devils at 9:30. Other games include Salem Hosiery Mill versus Portsmouth Moose Martinsville Fontaine versus Arlington Asphalt and Winchester's J W Arthur Insurance versus Richmond's West Cary Street Merchants. Playoffs and the championship game are set for tomorrow afternoon.
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Royal Crown Leads Softball Standings as Doubleheader Sets Tonight
Royal Crown tops the loop with a .680 percentage while O Sullivan trails at .667. A band stand dedication at City Softball Park with Winchester Municipal Band precedes a doubleheader featuring Yeatman's Sports Store vs Novick at 7 15 and O Sullivan at 9 15 with ceremonies around 8 30. Standings list Royal Crown 17 8, O Sullivan 18 9, J V Arthur 15 9, Plumly 11 16, Novick 9 17, Moose 9 18.
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Ransom Leads World Golf Halfway in Chicago
Henry Ransom of Chicago shoots a 69 to hold a two stroke lead in the pro division of the Tom O Shanter World golf championship with 139 total. Chandler Harper is two back at 141 while Dick Mayer Porky Oliver and Jim Ferrier share 142.
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State Tourney Umpire Ervin 8 Joins Richmond Officials
Ervin 8, umpire in chief of the City softball league, has left for Richmond to serve as an umpire at the state tournament beginning today.
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Yankee Clipper Rides Bench in Major League Event
Joe Dimaggio sat out for the first time in his major league career as manager Casey Stengel benched the star outfielder before the Yankees beat the A’s 7 to 0. Dimaggio cited fatigue and aches while defending his career and noting a past comeback when questioned about retirement.
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Mulloy's Davis Cup Hopes At Stake In Newport
Gardnar Mulloy from Coral Gables faces a decisive semi final at the Newport Casino Invitation. His singles bid for a U S Davis Cup berth depends on Nish rounds, while his doubles role with Billy Talbert remains strong as the event narrows to the vital stages.
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New England Fish Catch Near Billion-Pound Mark in 1949
New England fisheries data show a total commercial catch close to one billion pounds for 1949. Officials attribute the surge to expanded fishing grounds, better markets, and increased effort by crews along the Atlantic coast.
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Sox Indians Fenway visit sparks old rivalry and praise for Rizzuto
In New York and Boston heated tempers flare after a toy binocular stunt in Cleveland. Boston manager Steve ONeill seeks answers and revenge while the Yankees hail Phil Rizzuto as the top all around player. A veteran observer rates Frankie Crosetti behind Rizzuto in talent for shortstop.
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Do European Goldfinch Birds Survive in the United States
The European goldfinch was introduced years ago and has nearly died out. It is not known to survive elsewhere in the United States except for Long Island, where very few of these birds remain today.
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Hot Rod Races at Winchester Airport Speedway Tomorrow
Hot Rod events come to Winchester Airport Speedway with jalopy roadster and hot rod drivers. Manager Kermit Batt says last week drew a record crowd at Indian Head Maryland. Midgets expected. time trials start at 1 30 p m tomorrow.
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