Dope in Brief as Brooklyn Leads Dozen Clubs at Pole
Brooklyn leads the majors at the first quarter pole as Don Newcombe Gil Hodges Duke Snider and Jackie Robinson pace the Dodgers. A game incident saw Russ Meyer bump Jackie Robinson prompting a near altercation under the stands. The White Sox surprise with a 14 game win streak and Minnie Minoso Eddie Robinson and Nelson Fox provide power while Harry Dorish and Marv Rotblatt anchor relief.
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Arctic trades: Valdez as North America’s northern ice free port
The most northerly ice free port of North America is Valdez Alaska located on the north shore of Prince William Sound. Despite latitude 61 07 N the port remains open year round enabling continuous shipping.
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Baseball and Racing Recaps From Past Decades
Today a year ago Marty Marion hit a grand slam to give the St. Louis Cardinals a 5-2 win over the Dodgers. Five years ago Assault won the Belmont Stakes to complete the Triple Crown. Ten years ago Fred Perry of England defeated Dick Sheen in four sets to win the world professional tennis title. Fifteen years ago Ed Brandi Bosto Braves pitcher lost to Pittsburgh after eight straight wins.
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Hampden Sydney Star Reported Signed by Yanks
The Richmond Times Dispatch reports Hampden-Sydney star Glad stone Smith signed by the New York Yankees for a four figure bonus. The left handed pitcher and first baseman will report to Amsterdam New York in the Class C Canadian American League for seasoning. Smith a Hurley Virginia native is 21 and 6 2 190 pounds. He gained attention when he struck out 108 in 64 innings for Fork Union Military Academy in 1948 and helped Hampden-Sydney win the state title in 1950. He went 7 1 with one loss and hit .530 that year, though his average dipped below .300 in 1951.
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Four Softball Games Set On Senseny Park Diamonds
Four softball games are listed for tonight at Senseny Park. In the Girls League the Lonetttes face Blue Sunoco on Diamond 1 at 6 15 p m and National Fruit meets Friendship Fire Co on Diamond 8 at 6 15 p m. In the City League Royal Crown plays O Sullivan on Diamond 2 at 7 15 p m and Plumly faces Moose on Diamond 2 at 8 30 p m.
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Bullet Bill Dudley Signs Eighth Pro Football Contract
The Washington Redskins announce that Bullet Bill Dudley has signed his eighth professional football contract. Dudley continues as a key back, bringing veteran experience to the squad as the season approaches.
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Braddock Street Team Wins 13-2 in Lopsided Softball Match
The Braddock Street Methodist softball team defeated Loudoun Street 13 to 2. Anderson pitched five hit ball for the win, Newell took the loss. Cunningham led the winners with four hits in five at bats including a homer. Sheetz tallied a triple for the losers. Box score follows.
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Cork Street Defeats United Brethren 12 to 6
Cork Street defeated United Brethren softball at Senseny Park by 12 to 6. Winning pitcher Bill Bailey allowed seven hits four walks and two strikeouts. Losing pitcher Pope was relieved by Spaid. Hockman hit a homer and Oates Garver and R Hockman each tripled for Cork Street.
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Former Virginia Halfback Signs Eighth Pro Contract
The former Virginia halfback star signs his eighth professional football contract, marking his second season with the new team. The move underscores a lengthy pro career and continued pursuit of playing time at the next level.
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Highland Ave Presbyterians rout United Brethren 25 to 2
The Highland Avenue Presbyterian softball team defeated United Brethren 25 2 in a six inning Church League game at City Recreation Park. Jackie Cleveland pitched for the Presbyterians and Robert Spaid for the Brethren as the score reached the 25 run limit and the umpire called the game.
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