Willie Mays and Durocher's rise with the Giants
In a 190s Massapequa tale, Willie Mays is identified by scouts as a future star. Leo Durocher lobbies to bring him to the Giants, with Mays debuting in the minors before joining the major league club.
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Indians Take Nuts Twice In Cleveland Sweep
Hal Newhouser drove in the decisive run with a seventh inning single as the Indians beat the Washington Nationals 5-4 in the nightcap after an opening 3-1 victory. Carl Wynn earned his 15th win in the opener, extending the Indians’ winning streak over Washington to 10 games and a four-series sweep. Vic Wertz homered and the Nationals rallied in the sixth, but Newhouser and the bullpen shut them down late.
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Maury McDermott
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Tom Umphlett
Maricano Previews rematch as Charles wins confidence
New York reports Rocky Marciano believes Bazard Charles cannot repeat Walcott’s early burst in their September fight. Marciano praises Charles grit, recalls pressing him from the sixth round, and notes mixed hometown reactions after the first bout. He trained at Cape Cod and Grossinger New York and plans a stronger showing.
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Rannells Wins WJEH Handicap Medal Golf Tournament
Gallipolis Gallia County Albert Gallia Chamber winner Robert L. Rannells of the Gallipolis Chamber and Columbus and Southern Ohio Electric topped the first annual WJEH handicap medal golf event at Gallipolis Golf Club. He posted gross 161 less handicap 28 for net 133 to win. Joe Baker Saunders, junior chamber president, finished two strokes back with a 138 net after an unhandicapped 138, tied for second with Dr R D Bob Thomas optometrist. Rush Krodel of Point Pleasant was fourth with net 140 from a 148 gross minus eight.
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Caretakers of Hialeah Race Course Preserve Track Soil
In Miami Florida caretakers of the Hialeah racing strip act as nature students and racing experts. They cover the track in the off season with straw and plant velvet beans and cowpeas to prevent erosion and enrich the soil with minerals.
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Indians Near To Clinching League Race
The Indianapolis Indians, leaders of the American Association, lead the field by 14½ games with 42 to play after a Sunday doubleheader sweep of the Louisville Colonels 4-1 and 2-1. Harry Simpson produced key hits in both wins, including a homer to break a 1-1 tie. Minneapolis and Columbus also won, while Toledo rallied to beat Kansas City 10-7.
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Yankees walk Woodling as White fields intentional fourth ball
In a game at the Stadium with two on and one out, Gene Woodling drew a walk on a low third strike call after Sammy White, masked, moved from the plate in the intentional walk stance. Mickey Mantle's roommate last season was Joe Connelly, Billy Martin.
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Ulrich Wins Kansas City Open With Record 268
Wally Ulrich of Rochester Minnesota captured his first major tourney by firing a 66 on the final round for a 72 hole score of 268 to win the Kansas City Open at Blue Hills Country Club. Lloyd Mangrum and Gene Littler tied for second at 270, Johnny Palmer was fourth at 274. Ulrich’s 13 first round putts and early birdies powered the victory before about 3000 spectators.
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Hilly Smith Stops Bean in Atlantic City Bout
In Atlantic City Center, Boardwalk Hilly Smith 176 pounds halted Willie Bean 205 pounds in a match. Hollywood Humberto Carillo 124 pounds defeated Augie Villa 125 pounds in San Francisco by decision 16th round.
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Golf Class Canceled Then Rescheduled At Athens Club
The City Recreation golf class at the Athens Country Club will not meet tomorrow. Club Pro Bol Littler who directs the class is to compete in a golf tournament. The class will meet next Tuesday at its regular time.
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Beulah Park Jockey Club Defeats St Paris Lakers in NCBC Play
Beulah Park Jockey Club of Columbus crushed the St Paris Lakers 15 to 3 at St Paris to reach half of the NCBC state tourney final. Beulah will meet tomorrow’s St Paris versus Lima Baldwin Hamilton winner after Lima’s 8 to 0 win over Newton Falls.
Stool Pigeon Dogs
Game ranger Milton Stalcup tracked a violator but lost the trail when two hounds emerged from grass to greet him. The dogs then led him to their master hidden in the prairie.
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Tatum's College All Stars Face Lions With National Leaders
Lafayette Ind special reports that Jim Tatum's All Stars will clash with the Detroit Lions on August 13 at Soldiers Field. NCAB figures show Maryland star Chet Hanulak and others leading in rushing and receiving, with Garrett and Bratkowski among top passers and scorers from Notre Dame, Georgia, and Utah State in the national rankings.
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Yanks Sweep Double Bill in Ohio Valley League
Albany Lions powered by Ralph Nuzum four hitters beat Nelsonville 9 2 behind a four hit effort. New Marshfield down Middleport 7 2 as Ray Brooks worked eight scoreless innings. McArthur Eagles shut out Athens 7 0. Middleport’s Woody Call doubled and was stranded on a three way relay.
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Bombers Sweep Orioles In Doubleheader Thriller
New York Yankees beat Baltimore 8-6 in game one and 2-1 in game two as Eddie Lopat and Allie Reynolds sealed the nightcap. Enos Slaughter and Bill Skowron delivered in the second game while Ralph Branca struggled with control in his Yankee debut. Orioles stranded 13 runners, leaving the bases loaded three times.
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Floyd Patterson Set to Face Rugged Tommy Harrison
New York Floyd Patterson meets Tommy Harrison tonight at Brooklyn Eastern Parkway in a likely testing bout for the rising Olympic champion. Harrison, tough among heavyweights, has faced many top contenders and could be Patterson’s sternest test aside from Joey Maxim. The eight‑round bout airs on ABC at 10 p.m. EDT. Frankie Fernandez also headlines a 10‑round welterweight with Livio Minelli at St. Nicholas Arena, televised by Dumont in some regions.
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Elephant Wanders Free Near Concord After Circus Escape
Concord conservation warden Bill Brownell received a surprising call about an elephant roaming in New Hampshire countryside. The animal had strayed from a nearby circus and chosen leafy fields over dry hay, causing a unique rural wildlife alert.
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Busy Mr. Young Joins Olympic Track Committee
Ralph H. Young, longtime Michigan State athletics director, serves on the U S Olympic track and field committee as he continues to stay active in sports administration while plans for the 1956 games proceed in East Lansing Michigan.
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Trucks Cap 15th Game as Braves Win
Virgil Trucks became the AL's second 15-game winner as the White Sox beat the A's 6-5 and 1-0. Sandy Consuegra earned his 13th win with late support. Joe Adcock was beaned but fine as Milwaukee's Braves routed the Dodgers 14-6 in Brooklyn. Ted Williams powered Boston past Detroit 10-8 at Briggs Stadium. Cubs beat Pirates 12-2 in the nightcap after a 3-0 first game. Cole held them hitless through seven.
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Phillies Knock Down Cardinals 8-3 Behind 16-Hit Attack
Curt Simmons slowed a three-game skid as the Philadelphia Phillies erupted for 16 hits to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 8-3 in the series finale. It was Simmons's ninth win in 18 decisions.
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Tony Trabert Out Of Eastern Grass Courts Opening
Tony Trabert skips the Eastern Grass Courts at Orange Lawn after a quarterfinal exit in Southampton. Moylan upset him 53 6 7 5 8 6 in Saturdays Meadow Club semifinal, with Moylan’s win also sending Billy Talbert to a Southampton final victory over Seixas. Seixas sits out singles due to a shoulder injury.
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Ireland Opens Golf Courses and Hunts for Visitors
Irish tourists in Dublin learn over 200 golf courses welcome visitors along with 32 fox hound packs and 40 harrier packs. The country also offers numerous salmon and trout streams and many free shooting areas for guests.
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Record double payoff tops $2,000 at Monmouth Park
At Ocean Park New Jersey a pair of horses Cute Way and Locked In paid the largest daily double of the day, $2 000.20 for $2, but the season record remains 1952 when Violinist and Landlocked combined for $3 962.60 for $2.
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