Casey Stengel Eyes Kid From Joplin Hitting Roof Over Yankee Stadium
In a late night tour at Yankee Stadium Casey Stengel grows animated about a young player he believes will power over the roof. He points to the right field stands and queries how far a 447 foot sign reads while picturing a future home run.
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Bailey Arrives on Schedule as Reds Catcher Rise
Birdie Tebbetts predicted Ed Bailey would become one of baseball's top catchers. Bailey, who improved his swing and temper after winter ball, has joined the Cincinnati home run club and carried a .340 pace after a June surge.
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Mickey Mantle Emerges as 1950s Yankee Sensation
In 1950 the rookie from Joplin known as Mickey Mantle drew attention as Stengel debated letting Casey use him. By 1955 Mantle showed power and speed, with 17 homers and a .298 batting average behind Yogi Berra, while pitchers challenged him and fans flooded the stands.
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Lesnevich Spilled Pins and the Pin Boy Too
New York report recalls light heavyweight champion Gus Lesnevich in a friendly Rego Park match where pin boy Billy Fox rooted strikes. Fox, once Blackjack Billy with 38 straight knockouts, ends up poor and hopeful for a comeback while Lesnevich laments boxers’ post career poverty.
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Baseball rule Q&As on outs and substitutions
A batters third strike drop to dirt requires catcher to tag or throw for an out. Pinch runners may be allowed if a batter is hit by a pitch and cannot reach first. Umpires may eject players for protest like throwing equipment. Quick pitches and cross league pennants are described with examples.
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Master Your Game Forego Drive Until Ready
A golf advisory promoting gradual progression from practice shots to woods. Begin with a warm up using a 22 ounce club or homemade lead weighted club, then use the spoon and brassie before switching to the driver. Focus on loosening muscles and gaining confidence to avoid early mistakes.
Burke Averages 71.15 at Masters Through 39 Rounds
Masters champion Jack Burke has posted an average of 71.15 strokes per 18 holes over his first 39 rounds of 1956. The steady pace reflects a strong start as Burke seeks to defend his title at Augusta.
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Colleges Search for Talent Scandal As Quest for Top Athletes Continues
A nationwide surge of college recruitment raises concerns as high school athletes like 17 year old Jack Pirrie and 6 5 recruits draw heavy offers for basketball and football. Alumni coaches and college officials intensify incentives, amid ongoing scrutiny of sports money and amateur limits.
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Giants World Series infield dwindles with Thompson sole active
In the 1954 Giants championship infield, only third baseman Hank Thompson remains active. A NEA roundup notes reshaped rosters with Thompson as the lone link to the title era. It also mentions a 1919 nine inning game between the Giants and Phillies and notes later Orioles with Hal Smith and Willie Miranda as the remaining regulars.
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Syrian Kid Bobby Manziel Built Tyler Coliseum Dream
Tyler TX profile of oil figure Bobby Manziel known as the Syrian Kid. He owns a three million dollar coliseum under construction near Tyler to be the oil capital of East Texas. He recalls Dempsey sparring days and notes six children and a personal aircraft. A field and six offspring share his name. Manziel plans Coliseum payoff and uses wealth to shape East Texas.
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Braves Use Oxygen In Dugout To Boost Stamina
Milwaukee report notes the Braves first in the majors to use oxygen in the dugout on hot days to restore players' stamina.
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