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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1968
Page
10
Astros outslug Phillies 5 2 in Houston Friday night to extend their hold atop the series. Denny Lemaster earned the win as Hector Lopez knocked in two and Rusty Staub cleared the bases with a pivotal double. Joe Morgan added a triple while Woody Fryman faltered in the fifth. The Dome hosts the Mets tomorrow and Monday.
Ron Davis drove in two runs with timely hits as Philadelphia beat Houston despite being outhit 12 to 9. The Phillies produced four fifth inning runs and Cookie Rojas supplied a double and three singles to pace the offense. John Buzhardt earned the win with solid relief, fanning Billy Allen to end the game.
In Milwaukee an AP report notes 12 year old Dale Mesenbrink rolled 32 straight strikes for a 300 game at Echo lanes. His average rose from 136 to 170 after receiving a new bowling ball from his father.
Bob Chisum a 6 6 215 pound two-time all state forward from Hardin Jefferson signs a two year contract with Lee College under coach John McCormick. He chose Lee for more playing time and development, aided by coach Hefley who will assist next year. Chisum led Hardin Jefferson to three district titles and a state crown, averaging strong scoring and rebounding while earning all state honors and national recognition. The signing boosts Lee College prospects for 1968 69 and potential national prominence.
The Associated Press compiles National and American League standings with teams such as Houston St. Louis Chicago Pittsburgh New York San Francisco Atlanta Cincinnati Philadelphia Los Angeles and San Wran showing records. Friday results include Houston 5 Philadelphia 2 and Atlanta 4 Cincinnati 3 with multiple games on tap and upcoming Sunday and Monday matchups.
Gary Player and Don January led the Masters after two rounds while Arnold Palmer, winner of four titles, missed the cut with a 151. Palmer endured a disaster round, suffering multiple bogeys and water hazards on a brutal Augusta National layout.
In the Texas City baseball tournament Sterling's Rangers beat Texas City 2-0 to advance in the winner's bracket. Melvin Green drove in both Ranger runs with key sacrifices aiding his scoring moves. Ball High Galveston defeated REI 2-1 in a close opener for the Ganders.
The piece advises young golfers to reassess fit as bodies grow affecting grip and swing. It covers shaft length shifts, aluminum versus stainless steel options, footwear, attire, rain gear, and personal readiness with gear like extra sweaters and a toboggan for bad weather.
The San Francisco Warriors face elimination in the Western series against the Los Angeles Lakers as game five unfolds in Oakland with the Lakers leading 3-1. In the East, the Philadelphia 76ers hold a 2-1 edge over the Boston Celtics ahead of game four in Boston on Sunday.
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