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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1941

Page

5

Dodgers star Camilli lifts pennant odds in roundup

The roundup notes Camilli’s recent feats for the Dodgers as momentum builds with the Yankees close to clinching the pennant. Ott is praised for revival potential while talk of league realignment sparks discussion. Also mentions Notre Dame coach Leahy and upcoming All-Star versus Giants game at the Polo Grounds with Owen’s optimistic view.

Dave Camerer New York World-Telegram Frank Leahy Notre Dame

Boxing and Racing Buzz from the Sports Page

Fred Apostoli credits Navy with a life boost and eyes return to top middleweights by winter. Unconfirmed chatter says Don Meade may ride in California this winter instead of Florida. Washington Pa fans hope Sammy Angott appears locally but doubt a first class light weight can be booked. Harry Franck, younger brother of George Franck, may enter Northwestern this fall.

Fred Apostoli Navy Don Meade California Florida Burgers of Washington Sammy Angott Pittsburgh Harry Franck Kid Brothers Minnesota George Northwestern

Tall Tale wins for Walter Stewart Chicago taxi bear tale

Walter Stewart parodies a Chicago taxi driver claim that the Bears rode to the all star game in a single cab due to hacks being full. The humorous column lampoons exaggerated sports lore with a dry, tongue in cheek tone.

Walter Stewart Chicago Chicago Bears

National Tennis Matches Open With No Clear Leader

The fourth session of the national tennis championships at Forest Hills shows no standout in both men and women divisions. Top men seeds fail to impress while several leading women advance by luck or narrow margins, creating wide open play and fan interest in unpredictable results. Bryan Grant Jr and Sancho Segura draw lengthy attention on stadium court as spectators enjoy the unpredictable marathon scores.

New York Forest Hills Don Budge Alice Bryan Grant, Jr Atlanta Sancho Segura Ecuador Grant Seggura Gen. McNeill

Better Late Than Not At All

Two Navajo youths from Keams Canyon ride 55 miles on horseback to the Indian agency to register for possible military duty under the Selective Service Act. Haska Yazza, 24, and Roy Huskey, 30, told Superintendent Seth Wilson they had just learned of the requirement and await the call to arms.

Keams Canyon Ariz Eew Indian Agency Seth Wilson Haska Yazza Roy Huskey

Her Suspicions Well Founded

Salt Lake City reports Mrs. Peterson notes a potted Easter lily blooming 217 days early, confirming her suspicions about the plant. The odd bloom prompts local curiosity and prompts gardeners to inspect unusual growth patterns.

Salt Lake City Mrs. Peterson

New Pierre van Paassen Book Urges Action Against Hitler

Pierre van Paassen presents The Time Is Now arguing must be taken immediately to halt Hitler's plans for world domination. The three year author returns with a bold plan of steps for America and a warning that his book could be his major work. Borrowing from Handley Library is available for readers.

Pierre van Paassen Hitler America United States Handley Library

Redsox win 10 inning thriller to top Woodstock

Abner Johnson belted a go ahead home run in the 10th as the Winchester Redsox beat Woodstock 4 to 3 in Tri-County League action. Pinky Buckner and Johnson dueled on the mound while Bob Parker saved the win with a leaping ninth inning catch.

Abner Johnson Winchester Redsox Woodstock Johnson Redsox Pinky” Sheetz Buckner Bob Parker Crist Waterman Oodstock Ab Carrington Mumaw R H Cay Saaera Ee Lsmaroor Vacsieccocc Swanson Parker Sam Brcm Sying

Cardinals Surge Ahead With Twin Wins In Pennant Chase

The Cardinals swept a doubleheader from the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-3 and 6-3 to extend their winning streak to seven and grab a half game in the National League race as Brooklyn trailed by 0.648. Camilli starred for the Dodgers in two wins over Boston in a 15 inning opener, with 5 hits and a 29th homer. The Giants swept the Phillies in a two-game set, while Derringer outpitched Mooty in Cincinnati’s 2-1 victory over Chicago. Yankees split with Philadelphia as Selkirk Gordon and Keller homered, Red Sox powered past Washington in two, White Sox beat Cleveland, and Tigers shellacked the Browns. Labor Day crowds totalled 176,929 in eight cities.

Ebbets Field Brooklyn St. Louis Cardinals Pittsburgh Pirates Brooklyn Dodgers Boston Braves Dodgers Camilli Dolph Camilli Dodgeers Fred Fitzsimmons Peewee Reese Man’s Park Ernie White Pittsburgh Howard Pollet Giants Phillies New York Bob Carpenter Babe Young Paul Derringer Jake Mooty Cincinnati Reds Chicago Cubs Phil Cavarretta Bill Beckman Boston Red Sox Washington Senators Chicago White Sox Cleveland Indians Detroit Tigers St. Louis Browns

Baseball doubleheader sweep highlighted by late inning drama

Yesterday's stars featured Bob Carpenter Mel Ott and Joe Moore on a four hit opener with Ott homering in both games. Young delivered a 10th inning homer to seal the nightcap and sweep the Phils. Williams Dobson powered Red Sox to two wins with homers and strong pitching. Keller Beckman powered Athletics and Yankees with key homers and defense. White Pollett Cardinals took two from Pirates with pitching and timely hits. Camilli Fitzsimmons Dodgers rallied to beat Braves in extras while miscues favored Dodgers. York McCorsky Campbell Tigers, Derringer Cavarretta Cubs and Lee Rigney White Sox supplied multi hit or home run highlights in split results.

Associated Press Bob Carpenter Mel Ott Joe Moore Gianarpenter Ott Young Phils Ted Williams JoJe Dobson Red Sox Williams Dobson Senators Charley Keller Yankees Bill Beckman Athletics Keller Beckman Ernie White Howard Pollett Cardinals White Pirates Pollet Dolph Camilli Fred Fitzsimmons Dodgers Camilli Braves Fitzsimmons Rudy York Barney McCorsky Bruce Campbell Tigers York Browns Paul Derringer Reds Phil Cavarretta Cubs Derringer

Condition of Rivers at Riverton

The North River and Muddy conditions are muddy. The South Fork is muddy. Local waterways show turbid readings and slowed flow near Riverton. Officials advise caution for travel and boating as water levels remain unsettled.

Riverton North River South Fork

Robinson Wins Winchester City Tennis Title

Kenneth Robinson defeats Frank Anderson in three straight sets 6-1 6-0 6-3 to reclaim Winchester city title. Last year's champion Dany Gore unavailable, semifinals saw Robinson beat Woodie Glaize while Anderson eliminated Scocots Robinson.

Kenneth Robinson Winchester King Netman Frank Anderson Anderson Dany Gore Robinson Gore Woodie Glaize Scocots" Robinson Kenneth

San Benito Adopts Year Round Dog Catching Push

San Benito officials urge residents to adopt dogs and clear the crowded pound after inaugurating a year round dog catching program to clear streets. The pound is too full and local authorities seek action from citizens.

San. Benito Tex San Benito

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