Sharkey Wins World Heavyweight Title In Split Decision
Jack Sharkey defeated Max Schmeling by a 2 to 1 decision after 15 rounds to claim the world heavyweight championship in Boston. The upset victory ends Schmeling’s hopes as Sharkey’s erratic career culminates in a surprise title change amid mixed aggression and lingering questions about his prime form.
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Boxers Shine In Several Title Bout Wins Across Cities
In a series of bouts, Jack Sharkey outpointed Max Schmeling to claim the world heavyweight championship in New York. Charlie Retzlaff defeated Hans Bierke in Duluth while Lou Barba beat Jerry Pavelli in New York. James J. Braddock and Vincent Pafifle won in Jersey City and Fairmont matches featured Young Sailor and Steve O’Malley scoring victories. Sammy Slaughter defeated Raye Trambie in Indianapolis.
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French Premier Refuses Reparations Cancellations
Ausanne Switzerland June 22 The Exchange Telegraph agency reports Premier Herriot of France in talks with Prime Minister MacDonald of Great Britain submitted a formal statement definitively refusing cancellations of reparations.
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Dizzy Dean Shines As Cards Top Giants In NL Action
Dizzy Dean returned to form with a 5 1 victory over the New York Giants allowing six hits. He blanked the Giants eight innings before a ninth inning rally ended the shutout. The Cubs rolled past the Phillies 12 3 as Malone won with strong support.
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Arizona Games: Tucson Triumphs Over El Paso 6 5
Tucson rallied for three runs in the seventh to beat El Paso 6 5. Lizard trio Demaggio Miller and Lancenoni drove in the decisive runs. In Albuquerque, Douglas fell 7 5 to the Albuquerque team after a power surge with four home runs across the fifth and sixth innings.
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Memorial Unveiled For General Custer In New Rumley
Cadiz Ohio June 22 a belated tribute to Major General George A Custer born at New Rumley was paid with the unveiling of a memorial in the town honoring his birth and service The event recalls his command and the Little Big Horn battle of 1876 with reading and ceremonies conducted in the local area
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Amarillo Chamber Chief to Lead Phoenix Group
Vernon, longtime Amarillo Chamber of Commerce executive secretary, has been appointed to head the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce. He will start his duties on July 1, taking over after ten years with the Amarillo organization.
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Sharkey Regains Title in Split Decision at Madison Square Garden
Jack Sharkey becomes heavyweight champion after a 15 round duel with Max Schmeling at Madison Square Garden. The verdict by two judges and Referee Gunboat Smith sparks dispute as Sharkey’s defense and Schmeling’s aggressive attack split public opinion.
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California Crew Wins Regatta
California crew triumphs in a regatta as Sharkey dominates early while Schmeling counters with steady rights. The fight headlines a boxing match marked by cautious tactics, with Schmeling gaining momentum late and Sharkey sustaining a methodical, point-earning performance.
Critics dispute Schmeling Sharkey title decision in New York
New York critics unanimously dispute the ruling that gave Jack Sharkey the win over Max Schmeling. Prominent voices from the Herald Tribune News American Times and others complain the verdict favored Sharkey, with Mayor Walker agreeing Schmeling should have won.
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Stars rally to beat Oakland 4 2 with Dudley Lee homer
Hollywood Panthers beat the Oakland Oaks 4 to 2 as Dudley Lee homered in the fifth. Myles Thomas pitched for Hollywood and Augie Walsh for Oakland allowed eight hits in a solid effort.
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Dempsey Ready to Match Sharkey After Baer Levinsky Fight
Reno report notes Leon ard Sacks, Dempsey manager, willing to post 100000 to match Dempsey with Sharkey or the Baer Levinsky winner. Dempsey would referee the bout and the match could occur in Reno on Labor Day or July Fourth next year. Levinsky and Baer both express interest in facing Sharkey, while Levinsky dismisses Sharkey as a bum.
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Pennsylvania hints on Baker nomination bids at Democratic convention
In Harrisburg on June 22 rumors spread that anti Roosevelts might back Newton D Baker for the presidential nomination. The prevailing belief had been that anti Roosevelt delegates would support Alfred E Smith.
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Seals Down Portland in Ten-Run Baseball Clash
San Francisco Seals blasted Portland with 11 hits and capitalized on five Duck errors to win 10 to 2. Four Portland pitchers were roughed up as the Seals built early leads and coasted to the victory in Portland.
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Missions defeat Sacramento 7 to 2 in 1 hour 28 minutes
The San Francisco Missions beat Sacramento 7 to 2 last night. They built a three run lead in the first inning and added three more in the third, with the game lasting one hour and twenty eight minutes.
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