Reds edge Dodgers on Raffensberger one hitter at Crosley Field
Ken Raffensberger threw a one hitter as Cincinnati beat Brooklyn 2 0 in a game highlighted by Don Newcombe's major league debut for the Dodgers. Roy Campanella joined Newcombe in the only Negro battery in the majors, while Grady Hatton and Jim Bloodworth sparked the Reds’ improving play under Bucky Walters. The column notes upcoming Reds games, possible rail excursions to see games, and regional college action including Butler and Western Reserve in the AMC race.
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Parnell Lifts Red Sox Amid Slipping Standings
Boston pitcher Mel Parnell, 26, from New Orleans, earned six wins in seven starts as the Red Sox moved to 14-14 in sixth place. He out pitched Detroit’s Virgil Trucks in 12 innings, driving in two runs with a 12th inning single to seal an 8-2 win.
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Snyder’s Bob Snyder trains Heath in T formation quarterbacks
Coach Bob Snyder, famed for shaping T formation quarterbacks, is set to tutor Heath as Curly Lambeau backs him on the move. The piece traces Snyder’s influence from Notre Dame to the Rams and beyond, highlighting Waterfield and Hardy successes.
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Wilson and Coon Triumph in Golf Meet
Jack Coon and Wilson claim victory in a golf meet defeating rivals in a closely contested event. Algeo also notable, contributing strong performance and placing among top finishers.
Stauffer Day and Coon win at Athens Country Club pony tour
Stauffer and Wilson win A division and Jack Coon tops B division at Athens Country Club first pony tournament of year. Wilson nets 75 using an 86 with 18 handicap to beat Blosser Algeo and Gene Coon in a three way second place split. Coon nets 70 with 91 and 21 handicap to win B division, Buddy Stauffer 71 and Jesse Day Frank Calvin Ben Roberts tied for third with 74.
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Baseball scores and schedules from a busy day
A string of results across leagues shows New York and St. Louis split games with 2 to 6 totals, Brooklyn and Cincinnati postings, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in a 6 to 5 finish, and Chicago edging Boston. Multiple games postponed by rain and a curfew noted.
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Reds Beat Dodgers Twice In Twin Bill At Crosley Field
Cincinnati Reds sweep Brooklyn Dodgers 2-0 in the nightcap as Ken Raffensberger tosses a one hitter. Don Newcombe debuts with a 3-0 win in the opener for Brooklyn, aided by Eddie Erautt and a two-run Newcombe single.
Rain Delays Logan Speedway Stock Car Races
An all night rain hampered Sundays stock car program at Logan Fair Grounds. Five 10 to 15 lap events were completed, with Don Eggett winning the feature and Eggett, Butcher second in the 15 lap final.
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Athens horse second at Columbus show
Hula Maid owned by Mrs. Fred Beasley of Athens won second place yesterday in the $500 working Hunter Stake at the Columbus Humane Horse Show.
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Red Sox edge Tigers as Parnell drives in winning run in 12th
Yesterday's Stars report Mel Parnell of Boston drove in two runs, including the deciding run in the 12th, in a 3-2 Boston victory over Detroit. Ken Raffensberger of Cincinnati hurled a two run one hit win over Brooklyn in the second game of a doubleheader, his third one hit effort in two seasons.
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Don Newcombe
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Glouster Pin Standings Final Scores and top performers
Final standings show Club WwiL Pet 61 44 581 Jam Bar 59 46 562 Hemsley Rec 51 54 486 Wonder Bar 50 55 476 Vernon Elec 40 6h. High team triple Jam Bar 2703 Dodgers 53 46 535 Reds 48 51 484 High team triple Dodgers 2357 B. Price high both for triple 223 for single. M Hemsley noted as heavy bowler.
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Baseball stat leaders and team tallies from multiple clubs
A compact list records leaders across teams including Marshall New York Robinson Boston and Branca Brooklyn in pitching and Dark Lock man New York with 47 hits. Other top performers include Kell Detroit Zernial Chicago and Williams Boston with high RBI and runs totals.
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Steelers Sign Three Players Amid Roster Moves
Pittsburgh Steelers announce contracts with two veteran linemen and a rookie. End Elbie Nickel and Center Frank Sinkovich rejoin the club for third and first string roles. Rookie Bob Balog from Youngstown plays tackle and center. stands 6'2" and 230 pounds.
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St. Pauls Lead Shaved To 1-2 Game
Slumping St Paul started the American Association season with a 12 game streak but saw its lead slip to one to two games as Indianapolis swept a doubleheader 4-3 and 5-4. Nanny Fernandes hit an inside the park homer in the fifth of the nightcap. Dan OConnell had a two run homer in the fourth rally. Marty Taylor took the loss in relief in game two. Milwaukee split with Louisville as Johnny Lucadello and Joe Collins led Kansas City past Columbus 6-2.
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Sunday Jinx Plagues Tribe
Philadelphia Athletics sweep doubleheader over Cleveland Indians as Early Wynn faces Bill McCahan. Cleveland drops to 11 of 18 after defeats 5-4 and 7-3, fall two games behind Boston and six and a half behind New York, with Pete Suder and Eddie Joost keying the A's win.
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Marietta Tackle Signs with Cleveland Browns
Jack Schreiber a 220 pound tackle from Marietta College signed with the Cleveland Browns. The Smethport Pennsylvania product, 23, co captained Marietta last season and will report to Bowling Green College when Browns start practice July 16.
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Mid-American Conference baseball tightens title race
The Mid-American Conference chase narrows as Western Michigan and Butler divide results while Cincinnati and Xavier mix with Kent State and Miami. Butler rises with two wins over Miami to threaten Western Michigan, whose grip on first seems fragile as schedules tighten and weather disrupts play.
Track and Golf Linked For MAC Tourney In Kalamazoo
Ohio University crews near a MAC tourney push with golf and track teams preparing for events at Kalamazoo Michigan. Dayton visit precedes the Elles Club clash while Miami defends title with three holdovers from last year. Western Michigan and Ohio U hold top showings in golf while Cincinnati and Marietta are in tennis action ahead of Friday and Saturday singles and doubles draws.
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Lesnevich to Fight Maxim Tonight in Cincinnati
Slugger Gus Lesnevich faces fan cy boxer Jory Maxim in a 15 round National Boxing Association title bout at the Cincinnati Garden for the American light heavyweight crown. The winner could meet Freddie Mills of London for the world title in September, promoter Sam Becker says.
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Behrman Returns to Brooklyn After Poor Giants Start
Hank Behrman struggles early with the Giants echoing his 1947 Pirates failure. His performance prompts Pittsburgh to send him back to Brooklyn.
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