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Newspaper

Anderson Herald

Location

Anderson, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1958

Page

5

Congress Must Help Baseball Opposes Free Televising

Commissioner Ford Frick urged Congress to grant legal sanctions to curb TV and radio broadcasts of major league games claiming unrestricted telecasting will destroy baseball within ten years. He cited minor league harm and supported broad antitrust exemptions for major leagues and other pro sports, warns of expansion to 10 then 12 clubs and interlocked schedules with separate playoffs.

Whitney Shoemaker Washington Ford Frick Congress Frick Senate Fricks Joseph C. O'Mahoney John A. Carroll D-Cole Carroll

Local Boy Taylor Starts Pro Career With Green Bay Era

Pomona California native Gordon Taylor, a 21 year old 6 foot 183 pound right handed slugger, signed a five figure bonus with the Kansas City Athletics Group. He played for Grand Island Nebraska and Anderson College, hitting .417 in eight for 17 with three doubles a homer and four singles in his first reported stretch. He was praised as a strong hitter with a good attitude and could be moved up fast. He also earned athletic honors at Anderson and may serve as a punter rather than full time player due to his bonus. The Orioles and Phillies had shown interest before Rangazas chose the Athletics.

Anderson Gordon Taylor Gordie Kansas City Kaycee Toderson College Grand Island Nebraska Taylor Ernie Neb Gazas Ting Rangazas Pomona Calif Indiana Harold Welton Sporting Goods Welton Ster Elsworth Brown Baltimore Orioles Philadelphia Phillies Rangaras

Australian sports leaders seek halt to US recruitment of stars

Melbourne AP report says Edgar S. Tanner of the Australian Olympic Federation announced protest to FIAS over attempts to poach Australian track stars. He cited Villanova courting Herb Elliott and Houston University seeking Albert Thomas, both celebrated nationals with Elliott at 3 57.8 in the mile and Thomas 3 40.8 for three miles.

Melbourne Edgar S. Tanner Australian Olympic Federation International Amateur Athletic Federation Tanner Garnest Wales Villanova Herb Elliott Houston University Albert Thomas Elliott Thomas

Holloway Defends Old Reputation on Golf Fame

London tied humor to Admiral James Holloway after Lebanon landings as he plays golf with an adjustable head club. The U S Navy officer known for wartime feats is described tapping a 89s score and changing club angles to suit shots.

London U.S James Lord Jim) Holloway Holloway Lebanon Admiral Holloway

Finigan Sold to Phoenix in PCL Trade

The Giants sold infielder Jim Finigan to their Phoenix affiliate in the Pacific Coast League. Once 1954 AL Rookie of the Year with Philadelphia, Finigan’s form dipped after a 302 season. He previously played for Detroit before joining San Francisco this spring.

San Francisco San Francisco Giants Jim Finigan Phoenix Philadelphia Finigan Detroit Giants

Bolt Placed On Indefinite PGA Probation

National Open champion Tommy Bolt was put on indefinite probation by the PGA executive committee after an abuse of sponsors incident in a Long Island tournament. He faces no suspension as he pledged to apologize and uphold all PGA standards while continuing to compete.

Philadelphia Tommy Bolt Harold Sargent Atlanta PGA Belt

Yankees Stretch Winning Record With 100th Home Run

The New York Yankees extended their major league record by hitting their 100th home run for the 35th time in a season. Jerry Lumpe delivered a three run shot in the fourth inning to put the Yankees ahead 3-2 against Detroit pitcher Jim Bunning. Lumpe added his second homer of the season as New York won 3-2.

NEW York New York Yankees Jerry Lumpe Detroit Jim Bunning Yankees Lumpe

Edgewood Club Announces All-Member Pro Am Tournament

Edgewood Country Club reveals its second all-member golf pro-am to be held Sunday with an 8 a.m. first tee time. Scoring is by points two per par three for birdies and one for bogeys. Entries close 8 p.m. Saturday in the Edgewood pro shop, pairings to follow.

Edgewood Country Club Bud Anderson Golf Edgewood Pro Anderson Edgewood

Anderson, Oilers Triumph in CIBL Action

Anderson Sporting Goods defeats Noblesville 14 to 1 at Memorial Field in CIBL play. Middletown beats Fortville Hort Club 4 to 2 on the road. Middletown advances to District NBC tournament Friday and Anderson to Saturday.

Anderson Sporting Goods Middletown

Semi-Pro Baseball Opens Friday in Indiana Tourney

Richmond Peru Middletown and Wabash teams begin the 1958 Indiana Semi pro tourney at Memorial Field with two games Friday night. Richmond meets Peru at 6 30 and Middletown Day Oilers face Wabash. Saturday features South Bend Travelers vs Anderson Sporting Goods at 3 30 Muncie vs Union City at 6 30 and Anderson Falstaffs vs Harrison at 8 30. Officials and glow ball novelty highlighted with rosters for South Bend Travelers and Anderson Sporting Goods listed.

Richmond Peru Middletown Wabash Indiana Memorial Field Diamond Day Oilers South Bend Travelers Anderson’ Sporting Goods Muncie Union City Anderson Falstaffs Harrison Tom Casey Sr Jimmie Cox Paul Wampler John Priest National Baseball Congress Hale South Bend Travelers Fat Harris Dick Strozewski Bart Adams Bill Nixon David Sissel Maurie Strucker Paul Edgerton Fred Thon Donald Petzlaff John Kinas John South William Edgerton David Lerman David Hadaway John Holmes Steve Yoder James Kobold Nat Pitman James Reinebald Ralph Pieniazkiewicz Anderson Sporting Goods Don Roudebush Gus Carlson Jerry Brandon Bill Friend Jim Humphrey Darrel Young Larry DeHarity Marvin Lowe Tom Linville Paul King Bonnie Harding Dick Maynard Pete Danforth iDusty Rhoads Tom Casey Bill Foster Jim Laws Jim Gross Kay Stevens Roger Whitehead

Highlanders Rally Past Summitville in Seven

Highlanders push across three runs in the final inning to beat Summitville 4 0 on the Goblins' diamond. Tom Smith pitched seven innings allowing one hit and 23 batters faced, with Floyd Craver and Jim Van Meter on base before Gary Shelton and Kent Harris drive in the decisive runs. Crosley's squad to meet Markleville Friday at 5 p.m. on the Anderson Ballege diamond.

Jim Crosley Highland High School Summitville Highlanders Tom Smith Highland M. Welborne Floyd Craver Larry Sears Jim van Meter Gary Shelton Boies Yeagy Skip Waymire Tom Forrest Kent Harris Ale Forrest Crosley Markleville Anderson Ballege Waymire Forest Muncie Marhoefers Lynn Rearick Dick McKinley Creverf Rolland Patty Dean Waynetto Campbell Pete Holdren Davel Shelran Burgaur Mike Redenaar Charles Tape Bos Hodson Jim Smith Chuck Summitvilie Adrejko G. McDonald Earl van Pilvapagha Sickle Butch Thornburg Br. Yeagy Hollingham Moyer Vinc WJ. Walborne Barnhert Jayner TotalHighland Janet Craver Ferrats Lobhighland So-Smith Yeagy Bb—Smith ilYeauy Crever Shelton Iusburchall

Durelle Retains Heavy Title In Ninth Round KO

Montreal AP reports Durelle from New Brunswick defended his British Empire light heavyweight title when Mike Holt of South Africa did not answer the bell for the ninth round. Holt weighed 159 pounds to Durelle’s 173, citing exhaustion after eight rounds. Durelle improves to 74 wins in 96 career fights as Holt quits.

Montreal von Durell New Brunswick Mike Holt South Africa Holt Durelle North America Durelie I Ata

Cubs Rally Past Reds Twice In Chicago Debut

Chicago Cubs come from behind to defeat Cincinnati Reds in both games 54 and 75 before 30 412 fans. Bobby Thomson leads a three run ninth inning rally for the opener while Dale Long and Walt Moryn drive the late inning hit that wins the nightcap.

Chicago UPI Chicago Cubs Cincinnati Redlegs Bobby Thomson Ernie Banks Lee Walls Dale Long Sam Taylor Walt Moryn Moryn Bill Henry Long Tony Taylor Redlegs Cubs Pete Whisenant Johnny Temple Walt Dropp Frank Robinson George Crane Gus Bell Alex Grammas Cincinnati Marcelino Solis Fort Worth Brooks Lawrence Harvey Haddix Hal Jeffcoat al Dark Jeffcoat Walls Cal Neeman Joe Taylor Phillips Jonce Don Elston

Heavy Champ Patterson Expects Tough Fight With Harris

Floyd Patterson said he anticipates his toughest fight as he prepares for the heavyweight title defense against Roy Harris in Los Angeles on August 13. He left Kutsher's in Monticello NY by train for New York City with his entourage after a final workout, noting Harris is a mystery and that he has never seen him in action.

Monticello Cupid Floyd Patterson Roy Harris Los Angeles Patterson New York City Kutsher Harris Tex Texas Roy

Giants Smash Phils 9-2 as Mays Breaks Slump

San Francisco pounded Philadelphia for 14 hits and nine runs, with Willie Mays collecting two singles and a double to lift the Giants over the Phillies 9-2. Johnny Antonelli earned the win, while Jack Sanford took the loss after giving up four runs in the second inning.

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Record Entries Set for British Commonwealth Games Meet

Cardiff Wales reports a record number of entries for the British Commonwealth Games opening a nine day program beyond the nine sport events. Australia is favored to lead in preliminary heats for the 100 and lane yard runs begin Thursday advancing the nine day competition.

Cardiff Wales UPL Australia Duke of Edinburgh Herb Elfiett Merv Lincoln England Brian Hewson Gordon Pirie Pirie

Ibbotson Cleared to Run Despite Muscle Wasting

Cardiff AP reports Derek Ibbotson, 23, cleared by doctors to continue racing despite muscle wasting in his left thigh. Officials noted the thigh is at most half an inch thinner than the right, after his 3:37.2 mile earlier drew world headlines.

Cardiff Wales Derek ‘Ibbotson D. J. Cussen Thibotson

Red Sox Top Athletics 5-2 Behind Sixth Inning Surge

Boston defeats Kansas City 5-2 after a four run rally in the sixth. Jackie Jensen drives in two with a long double as the Red Sox break a lone hit game through five innings and pull away at home.

Boston Boston Red‘ ‘Sox Murry Dickinson Kansas City Athlletics Jackie Jensen

Tipton and New Castle Win In District Babe Ruth Tourney

Tipton and New Castle Americans advanced to a second round in the District Babe Ruth tournament by beating Anderson Americans 5-2 and Frankfort 12-5. Two more games were scheduled for Anderson BR diamond at 11 and 8 p.m. in River Forest previews.

Mika Wertz Tipton Ronnie Tom Renie Ump Wertz Anderson Herald Phota New Castle Americans Anderson Americans Frankfort New Castle

Tebbetts Robbed In Hotel Suite

Chicago AP reports Birdie Tebbetts of the Cincinnati Reds says thieves robbed his hotel suite Tuesday night. He and his wife Mary found wallets missing Wednesday morning along with cash of 1200 dollars, a 66 dollar check, 540 dollars, 10 dollars, and a diamond brooch valued at 600 dollars plus jewelry.

Chicago Birdie Tebbetts Cincinnati Rediegs Ifrom Mary

Giants president says New York fans would not match San Francisco turnout

Stoneham told reporters that the Giants comeback would not have drawn the same crowds at Polo Grounds as Seals Stadium in San Francisco. He cited strong local support here, noting 724,623 home admissions this season in a 23,000-seat park and predicting a possible million in turnstiles despite weather.

Scott Bailyin SAN Francisco UPI Horace Stoneham Giants New York Cherubic Giants Polo Grounds Minute Seals New York Giants Coogan Stoneham Manhattan Hall Club Washington Bill Terry Orlando Cepeda Bob Schmidt Jim Davenport

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