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BASEBAMI
American Team Defeated.
SYDNEY. April 12.-Because of calls
of duty to US Army original baseball
team selected to meet the National
League at Blair Oval yesterday was seri
ously depleted and the Americans were
defeated by 14 runs to 2. The Americans
were handicapped by lack of suitable
equipment. The US catcher O'Connell.
for instance, played in army boots and
dungarees and there is no doubt however
that there are some brilliant players
with the US forces.
Rugby League officials are confident of
inducing American soldiers to play the
League code. Coaches have been pro
mLtsed. During the discussions it was
learnt that the Americans had no equip
ment with them. However it is hoped that
the Americans will agree so co-ouetate
and take part in League games.
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