Big Spring Moves Into Fourth Spot
In a tight WTNM League game Big Spring defeated Amarillo 3 to 2 as Pat Stasey hit a leadoff homer in the tenth off Don Thomas to break a pitchers duel with Edson Bahr. Tex Walton and Bobby Decker provided the Barons other runs while Nichols and Sanders contributed for Amarillo. The two teams meet again tonight and Thursday before a three game set at home.
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Klein May Join Pirates Nine
Philadelphia report states Chuck Klein veteran outfielder ready to sign with the Pittsburgh Pirates after permission to negotiate with NL clubs. He reportedly agreed to terms in a long distance call with Pirates manager Pie Traynor.
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Guldahl Favored as Open Golf Preview in Philadelphia
Ralph Guldahl dominates Open practice at Spring Mill with a 68 and consistent rounds, aiming for a third straight Open title. Vic Ghezzi also posted 68 but faded to 71, leaving Guldahl as the clear favorite among 165 entrants ahead of round one.
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Giants Upset Sets Multiple Home Run Records in 17 3 Victory
The New York Giants routed the Cincinnati Reds 17 to 3, blasting seven homers in one inning to set a new major league extra base record and tie the game’s single inning homer mark. Harry Danning Frank Demaree Burgess Whitehead Manuel Salvo Joe Moore homered, with Moore and Mel Ott adding early shots. The Giants’ outburst, the hottest inning in baseball, followed by other NL and AL results, left Chicago Pittsburgh Brooklyn in a three way NL tie for third and touched on several late inning comebacks and striking performances across the leagues.
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Cooperation drives vast soil improvement pledges
Nearly 70,000 landholders joined cooperative agreements with the Soil Conservation Service to demonstrate better land practices and soil stewardship nationwide.
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Mystery man Montague legs it to National Open clash
Boxing star Montague dubbed the mystery man of golf failed to qualify for the National Open in Philadelphia and thus skipped an exhibition match. A flat tire delayed him on the way, and he mourned missing a round with a writer who bragged of a 99. He laughs off critics, noting his left handed swing and past exploits with improvised clubs. Nearby, Amarillo opens a bob o link miniature golf course at 12th and Fillmore, owned by R L Berry. The Sox drop another game 3 2 at Big Spring on a 10th inning homer ending a pitching duel.
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Odds favor Guldahl to win third National Open title
Bookmakers quoted Ralph Guldahl at 6 to 1 to win his third consecutive National Open. The piece notes the prestige of the Open, how a title boosts a pro's career and earnings, and the enduring allure for players and their families as the tournament approaches.
Houston Wins From Indians To Take First
The Texas League race features Houston, Shreveport, San Antonio and Fort Worth. Houston swept Oklahoma City 1-0 and 4-1 to seize the lead as San Antonio won their tenth straight 2-0 over Fort Worth. Beaumont Exporters’ Connie Flippen hit a bases loaded homer as Floyd Giebell pitched a two hitter for his fifth win.
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Girl 18 Garage Mechanic Becomes Co Owner in Cleveland
June Weiler trained for years to be a nurse but chose car repair. Now 22, she is part owner of a Cleveland garage and does much of the work herself.
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Guldahl’s Open Confidence Bets 6 to 1 on Himself
Ralph Guldahl, famed for his calm under pressure, declared he felt certain of winning the Open. Bookmakers quote him at 6 to 1 as he approaches the golf major, contrasting his relaxed style with the jitters of most contenders.
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Keeping Up With the Gold Sox
Team leaders and stat highlights include Bolton with four home runs and three players with three. Smythe leads in triples with five, Nichols four, and Dorman two. Jordan and Sanders lead rookies with seven steals each, Holt five. Jordan 13 doubles, Holt 12, Bolton 12. Sacrifice hits show Smythe five, Babe five, Bolton four, Nichols four, and Jordan four.
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Twilight League results show upper division teams strengthening
In last night's Twilight Softball League games, Texaco led by 1.5 games after defeating Bush Donnell 20 to 7. Rock Island edged Dekex 5 to 4 in eight innings. B A E and Phillips Petroleum won to stay tied for third, while Farm Security beat Davis McDaniel 9 to 8. Carlton Florey had a bye.
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Kiwanis Softballers Top Jaycees 9 6 In Park Night Game
Kiwanis Club softballers shell the Jaycees 9 to 6 under lights at Jaycee Park in Civic Club League action. Gatlin Hudson Arney May DeGrassi named in scoring details as the teams played Tuesday through Friday nights.
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Metz Leads Golf Money Winners Ahead of Open
Dick Metz of Chicago tops the money list with $5,748 as the national open nears its first round. Henry Picard, Sam Snead, Ralph Guldahl, and Byron Nelson follow, with totals ranging from about $5,247 to $4,632, including other notables like Dutch Harrison and Ben Hogan in the top dozen.
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St. Louis Hosts Third Annual AAA Tennis Invitational
Top national players enter the third annual AAA Invitational opening Monday in St. Louis. Entries include Gene Mako of Los Angeles third ranked, former singles champion John Doeg, and Wayne Sabin once with Bobby Riggs, joined by 24 out of town contestants such as Bob Kamrath of Austin Texas.
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Birthday coincidence strikes McNeil family across states
A. C. McNeil of Butte Montana shares a birthday with his brother C. F. McNeil who marked his day in Hillsboro Ohio and their sister Mrs. R. D. Kilpatrick who celebrated in Westerville Ohio.
Manns Lady Bowlers Win In Lubbock Action
Amarillo's Mann's Cakes women bowling team shone in Lubbock winning first prize of 5 dollars. Jimmie Shane led three game totals with 474, Tris Peters earned second high three games at 460, Ruby Wagner claimed both third high three games and second high single game with 436 and 178.
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