Pirates top NL with Friend shutout of Cards
Bob Friend pitched a four-hitter with no walks as Pittsburgh defeated St. Louis 5-0, moving the Pirates seven of eight and 3 1/2 games ahead in the NL standings. Dick Groat led the offense with four hits, Roberto Clemente drove in two, and Bob Skinner added the decisive single.
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Armin Hary Doubts 10-Second 100 Meter Record
West Germany sprinter Armin Hary, lauded as the fastest man, doubts his claimed 10.0 second 100 meter time and predicts the record may stand longer than Jesse Owens’ 10.2 from 25 years ago. He argued no one will run faster than ten flat.
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Orioles and Dodgers end skid with decisive Wednesday wins
In a Junior Teen Age League clash, the Dodgers whipped the Cardinals 16 3 to move into third place while the Orioles halted a five game skid with a 6 3 victory over the Cubs. Lonnie Selman fanned 11, Jim Lyon and Hines homered, Ammons pitched a one hitter, Donnelly took the loss.
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Baseball Standings and Thursday City League Games
East League matchups include Ward Road Beee versus Cardinals and Dodgers versus Giants in both games. West League features Lee Drive Red Sox versus Yankees and Cubs versus Indians in both games. South League shows Lions absent with teams Phillies Pelicans Federals listed. Wednesday scores noted and next Saturday games set for Lee Park Federals against Lions and Phillies against Pelicans. American League results from Wednesday include New York over Detroit 7-3 and Cleveland over Washington 3-0, with other scores and upcoming games listed according to the night slate.
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Mulloy at Wimbledon Still Reaching Deep at 46
WIMBLEDON Eng AP Veteran Gardnar Mulloy aged 46 remains a standout among aging stars thriving at Wimbledon. The Miami native has advanced to round three in singles, defeating British youngsters and set to face Australian Gon Candy. Mulloy, a 1954 singles champion, seeks more time in this event and hints at extending his career beyond his current years.
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High Point Honor Goes To Elmer
Elmer from Baytown captured high point honors at the Calcasieu Boat Races in Lake Charles Louisiana, an event sanctioned by the Lone Star Boat Racing Association. He won class D and F, taking two firsts, plus a fourth in a free for all. Phil Crown of Dallas won in class C and placed second and third in D and F. Wanda Claus, in her first heat, placed fourth in the powder derby, her third lifetime boat race.
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Baytown runners medal in Junior Olympic meets
Baytown youths Arthur Whitmer Charles Barnhill and Anselmo Juarez Jr won seconds in Junior Olympic activities at Rosenberg and Angleton. Whitmer and Barnhill took second in the 20 yard dash and broad jump while Juarez was second in the broad jump and fifth in the 100 yard dash. Additional results include Ray Watson fifth in 14 15 age group at Rosenberg and Rosenberg 440 relay third. Angleton girls Helen Boodell placed third 80 yard dash and fourth broad jump with Kit Allen Becky Trippe Sharon Burnett and Boodell fifth in 220 yard relay.
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Early Wynn Delivers 274th Victory Past Orioles in Duel
Early Wynn, 40, bounced back from a five game skid to post his 13th two hitter of the year and 274th victory, leading the White Sox past Baltimore as the Yankees surge with a 13 of 14 run. In the NL, Bob Friend's eighth shutout helped Pittsburgh top St Louis 5 0 while Milwaukee and Philadelphia won.
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Hes 65 Tomorrow Dempsey Raps Boxing Career
New York AP report recalls Joe Dempsey’s storied boxing career as he nears age sixty five with memories of battles, titles, and moments that defined his era. A grandmother and her young grandson sought the fighter’s autograph, illustrating his lasting public appeal.
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Dempsey Reflects on Life After Famed Ring Career
The Manassa Mauler, now 65, discusses his health, family, and post boxing life. He details a weight loss and new business ventures in Chicago, praises his grandchildren, and calls for boxing reforms to restore integrity and proper governance in the sport.
Lions Take South Lead With 13-2 Win Over Phillies
The Lions exploded for a 13-2 victory over the Phillies to seize first place in the South Little League. Orvil Overstreet held the Phillies to two hits with six strikeouts, while Doyle Toups went 3-for-4 for the Lions. Kenny Lannon took the loss, giving up 10 of 14 Lions hits. Phillip Ezell allowed four more in relief. Bobby Smith belted the only homer of the night. In the nightcap, the Pelicans led 3-0 as John Russell pitched a complete game, allowing five hits. Russell went 2-for-3 at the plate, Jerry Hance relieved after seven hits, and Glenn Robinson finished.
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