J V Arthur Wins City League Shaughnessy Title
J V Arthur Softball beat Royal Crown Cola 12 9 to capture the City League Shaughnessy crown. Arthur trailed by six entering the sixth inning then plated nine runs, led by Keller Hart White and Whitlock as 12 batters came to the plate. Whitlock earned the win after a 14 hit Arthur attack against Larrick.
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Safety mat for ring praised after Syracuse bout
In a New York boxing show a new safety mat was tested. Joey Dejohn of Syracuse KOed Le Sala of Donora in 2:29 of the second round. Officials noted Sala's head struck the mat with no bounce, crediting the plastic absorber for likely preventing serious injury.
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Fain Extends Lead In American League Batting Race
Ferris Fain of Philadelphia raised his batting average to .341 to lead the American League hitting race by nine percentage points. Detroit’s George Kell slipped to .322 in second place as Minnie Minoso of Chicago stood at .321 and Ted Williams of Boston at .319. The top ten also included Gil Coan, Johnny Pesky, Gil McDougald, Larry Doby, Bob Avila, and Nellie Fox with marks from .316 to .305.
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Lopez First Big Day Set Tone for Brooklyn Catcher
Al Lopez recalls his 1930 breakout day as Brooklyn Dodgers catcher in a 2-for-4 effort against the Giants at Ebbets Field. He reflects on 19 major league seasons with Brooklyn, Pittsburgh, Boston, and Cleveland, and his turn to managing the Indians. The highlight includes Cleveland’s 7-1 night win over Boston and Lou Boudreau’s home return as a Red Sox player.
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Handley and James Wood Coaches Push Teams Toward Form
James Wood and Handley squads face pressure from coaches this week as they adjust after a 6-6 tie with Wilson Memorial and a tough loss likely upcoming to Beal H. C. of Frostburg. Handley faces injuries to Blackburn Coffman and Solenberger while James Wood relies on spirit and smaller squad depth to compete this Friday.
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Virginia Football Teams Prepare for Busy Weekend Schedule
Virginia squads face varied games as Washington and Lee recruit basketball star Jay Handlan for limited football duties while Hampden Sydney loses center Bill Pulliam. William and Mary, Virginia Tech, and Virginia will have idle weekends with other squads adjusting lineups for Saturday showdowns.
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Bradley Tops A League With 412 In Local Bowling Meet
Bill Bradley rolled 150 in a 412 set to lead American Legion over Northern Virginia Power Co in the A League top match. Bradley’s marks aided by Russell La Follette’s 128 built a 586 529 first game win, and his 130 helped secure a 543 541 second game victory.
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Mallory Hounds Place In Trials At Seneca Maryland
C B Mallory owner of Rock-a-Bye Kennels on Sen Seny Road returned victorious from the Southern Maryland Field Trials at Seneca Maryland. Rock-a-Bye Ledge Yoedler owned by William Mallory of this city and handled by C B Mallory won third in a class of 34 in the 15 inch division. Grover Park Site owned by C Brannon of Washington DC and handled by Mallory won second in the same class.
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Norfolk Tars Clinch Piedmont Series in Dominant Final
Norfolk Tars swept Richmond Colts 14 1 to seal a 4 2 series win over the Mustang s in the Piedmont League post season finale. The victory crowned the Tars playoff champions after a strong regular season.
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Major League Baseball Scores From Monday
American League results show New York 2 over Cleveland 1 and Boston 12 over Chicago 5 in scheduled games. Moni y’s results listed without full context.
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Yankees Edge Indians in Ninth Inning Squeeze Play
The Yankees keep their pennant lead by a 2-1 win over the Indians as Eddie Lopat earns his 20th victory. A crucial squeeze bunt by Billy Goodman set up Joe DiMaggio to score the decisive run in the ninth.
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