Big League Attendance Leads 1954
Major League baseball attendance climbs past 1953 totals as the American League gains about 74 000 with Kansas City’s new Athletics boosting figures. Boston, Chicago, St Louis, and New York clubs show mixed progress while Ted Williams’ return looms for Boston.
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Yankees Giants Look for First Place in Mid May Standings
The Associated Press reports the Yankees seek a six game streak and revival of lead in the American League while the Giants aim to climb in the National League. Cleveland and Detroit contend for fourth while Brooklyn and Milwaukee push for control as Chicago and Pittsburgh struggle.
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Williams Hits Homer to Reignite Power in Season Opener
Boston’s Ted Williams, making his season debut, crushed a leadoff homer into the right field seats against the New York Giants in an exhibition game. He followed with a 400-foot drive and another long homer, drawing a huge ovation as he proved his power remains intact. Williams battled early, taking three balls before his first swing, then belted decisive shots off Giants ace Paul Giel.
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Fight Results New York Virgil Aki Stops Mi erl in New York
Boxer Virgil Aki defeats Joe Mi erl by stoppage in 14 rounds at New York venue. Badie from Brockton faces 154 pounds, with Sharon and Mass. noted in results.
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Cubs Struggle Early as Chicago Slumps in May and June
The Cubs ride a shaky season with Hal Jeffcoat leading pitchers at 5 0, while Bob Speake and Eddie Miksis switch positions in the outfield and infield. Ted Tappe and Jim King contribute in left and center as the club flits in the division, chasing consistency amid a springlike skid.
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Ohio Denison game rescheduled for spring banquet conflict
Ohio University travels to Granville to face Denison’s Big Red tomorrow after a Tuesday change to allow Bobcats to attend the annual spring sports banquet. Denison is one of two games left on Ohio’s schedule with a 9-10 record.
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Pitcher Hauser Keeps Eagles in Tie In 13 Inning Duel
SAMBRILue Massachusetts MIT pitcher Al Hauser fanned 22 Boston College batters but walked 17 as darkness halted play in an 8 8 13 inning tie. Eagles benefited from five walks by Hauser and key miscues to force the suspended game. Meanwhile Cleveland Junior Stephens, once released by Baltimore, hit 7 in 20 at bats for a late surge with 36 in season totals.
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As Klu Goes So Goes Cincinnati Reds Run
Cincinnati’s Ted Kluszewski has heated up with a .522 batting pace as the Reds win six of their last seven games. The veteran first baseman has fueled a hot stretch for Cincinnati, keeping the club in strong contention.
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Reds Show Rally If Attack Strengthens In Milwaukee Series
The Reds riding a winning streak have spark from rookies Minarcin and Nuxhall. Nuxhall opens three game set at Milwaukee against Warren Spahn as Cincinnati seeks to extend a tight advantage. Post Burgess and others pace lately batting while Greengrass and Jablonski slump.
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Pop Wants Money Ploys Dictate Cubs Lose Mueller Hope
Major league managers and officials recount how pursuing bonuses and signings affected young players. Grimm recalls the 1944 Cubs offering a tryout to a son whose father sought a bonus, Mueller moved to the Giants. Bavasi notes signing Roberto Clemente to block the Giants, with costs and returns cited. Gehringer touts Harvey Kuenn as a top batting contender, stressing his hitting profile and near-term potential.
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California Relays Shine With World Record Performances
At the 1989 California Relays top marks emerged as Adam of Movesto and Cant-Jave lin led a six-man relay team to post standout feats. Franklin Bud Held hurled 260 feet 2% inches in the javelin, Johnny Ad Texact anchored a 40-yard relay clocking 402 seconds, and Santee joined the 3000 club. Adams celebrated his 2000th win at Hasty House Farms with Mister Black winning the $25,000 Continental Cup at Balmoral. Additional entries from Baie Anak Shay and others extended the night’s exclusive club impressions.
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OSU selects Chuck Ellis as 1956 team captain
The Buckeyes yesterday elected second baseman Chuck Ellis captain for 1956. Ellis from Steubenville, also an OSU basketball player, won the Potter Run Baker Cup as leading offensive player.
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IBC Seeks Substitute Title Fight For Carter Bout
International Boxing Club rushed to arrange a prestige substitute after the lightweight title bout between Jimmy Carter and Wallace Smith was postponed. Carter's illness forced cancellation as he suffered a sore throat and weakness despite penicillin treatment and days of rest. The delay followed notification to the SBC and a decision to postpone the June 1 match at Boston Garden.
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Ohio University star Jones eyes 60 feet in coming meets
The NCAA shot put champion John Jones, a 6 foot 5 inch 248 pound senior from Ohio University, blasted 59 feet 1 inch to set a new NCAA mark but requires the record to be set at NCAA meets. Jones has four potential outings this summer including the Ohio AAU meet in Dayton and the national collegiate meet in Los Angeles as he chases 60 feet.
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Cubs Name Scheffing Manager of Angels Farm Club
Former Cubs catcher and coach J. Scheffing, 40, was named manager of the Los Angeles Angels of the Pacific Coast League to replace Bill Sweeney who resigns due to ill health. Ray Hayworth will replace Scheffing as Cubs scout. Scheffing played for the Cubs 1941 to 1941 and later with Cincinnati and St. Louis.
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Big Ten Golf Meet Weighed By Strong Teams
The 36th annual Big Ten golf championship features defending champion Ohio State and top contenders Purdue Illinois Minnesota Michigan among others. Host Purdue and a veteran field push for titles as Dol and lauded players enter fierce competition.
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