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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1961

Page

7

Gander Blank Bellaire 2-0 To Go Up In Playoff

Baytown edged Bellaire 2 to 0 in Bi district playoff action as Elston Howard like events were matched by Bellaire catcher Jim Lynch. Oliver earned his eleventh win on a three hitter while Cosgrove suffered the loss despite a strong start. Masters scored the decisive run on a clutch Bertsch single in the seventh as Baytown pulled ahead in the series with a pivotal victory.

Jimmie Woods Sun Sports Houston New York Elston Howard Bellaire Jim Lynch Baytown Howard Lynch Gander Sammy Masters Wayne Bertsch Steve Cosgrove Robert Oliver Harold London Oliver Bill Sullivan Cosgrove Dave Frazier Masters John R. Corebs Owo Bryan Bertsch Jimmy Dodd London Combs Stratton Richard Walker Sears Joe Gideon Sullivan Frazier Jimmy Steed Short Steed Dodd Walker Ards Ballaire Cos Honard Allen Don Treuhardt Allen Jim Sears Billy Crain Reagan

Houston Downs Denver in Night of American Association Action

Gail Harris hit a two run homer to beat Louisville while Houston and Indianapolis won to narrow the gap. Harris connected in the sixth at Omaha as Gene Spyder earned the win over Winton Brown. Houston’s Buffs exploded for five runs in the sixth for a 7-3 win over Denver. Indianapolis edged Dallas Fort Worth 5-4 in 11 innings on a Don Pavleitch single. Al Lary notched his fifth victory, allowing seven hits and three runs through four, then shut Denver down.

Associated Press Gail Harris Louisville Houston Indianapolis Harris Omaha Gene Spyder Winton Brown Buffs Denver Dallas-Fort Worth Colonels Don Pavleitch Fort Worth al Lary Lary Tey

Bitter regional playoff duel ends in Baytown loss

Bellaire catcher Jim Lynch ignored a wild pitch allowing Sammy Masters to reach second as Baytown clinched a 1-0 lead in the regional playoffs. Injuries marred Bellaire with catcher Jim Sears and regulars sidelined, while Bellaire ace Steve Cosgrove eyed a possible Wednesday mound return to face the Ganders.

Gander Catton Epperson Baytown Epperson Bellaire Steve Cosgrove Sammy Masters Jim Lynch Masters Lynch

Carry Back Injury Report Disputed

New York racing notes dispute the reported injury of Carry Back after recent events. Sources differ on the horse’s condition and potential impact on upcoming starts. Further official updates are awaited from handlers and racing authorities.

Baytown Night at Busch Stadium Aims for Attendance Record

Baytown fans prepare for June 1 Busch Stadium night likely to shatter last week’s Houston attendance record set by Galveston. Buffs and Colonels officials attended a Baytown luncheon inviting fans to the Buffs game, with free Little League admission for all Baytown players and a special 50 cent price for 31.50 seats behind the catcher. District officials and Houston leaders attended as mayor Al Clayton proclaimed Baytown Night, with Baytown Chamber endorsement and a full committee roster aiding the event.

Fred Hartman Baytown Busch Stadium Houston Galveston Houston Buffs Buffs Louisville Colonels Baytown Chamber of Commerce Craig F. Cullinan Jr George Kirksey Houston Colts Colts Bil Giles Buff Colt Cujlinan Kirksey Bob Hogan Rainbo Bread Baytown Night Jack Westney Wes Hooper John A. Hamilton al Clayton Douglas W. Stewart Lewis Cuirer Clayton Thad Felton A. E. Jones Holly McLemore Dan Stallworth Bob Matherne Kim Wearden Ned Bishop T. D. O'Brien B. A. Stewart Alien Rice Binks Fuller J. P. Henderson M. W. Morgan J. Bryan Stratton John W. Sylvester Jim Boone Nelson McElroy

De Emphasis On Basketball NC Cage Program Revamped

Raleigh AP reports that UNC and NC State join a broader program of athletic deemphasis, cutting basketball contests, limiting non conference games, and restricting recruiting after a gambling scandal involving players. Wake Forest and Duke discuss reviving the Dixie Classic amid ongoing scrutiny of college basketball.

Raleigh N.C University of North Carolina N.C. State College Andy,tridens Wake Forest Bill Gibson Colgate Ilinois Tulane Stanford Duke Cuu Winston-Sa Greensboro Charlotte Roach N.C. State Everett Roy Clogston State UNC Atlantic Coast Conference ACC Maryland Virginia North Carolina South Carolina

Little Leaguers Record Trio Of No Hit Games

In four games played three no hitters were recorded with only two winners. Edy threw one for the Red Sox, Hendrick for the East Tigers, and Bill Askey for the Indians. Blaine Dennehy added two hits for the Ice. Standings show East Cardinals and Tigers in a tight race, West Yankees pressing Cubs, while fielding and pitching notes highlight key performers and relief pitching efforts.

Gerry Edge Red Box Edy Red Sox Charles Hendrcks Tigers Jeaders Cardinals Deeters Art Yankees iCubs Mike Ceriter Stanley Turnto Andy Rose von Mueesuitter Steven Mshwartzkuph Cap Neeha Pol Walker Immes Mike Bays

Golf Open qualifiers heat up Dallas Houston Midland

Twenty golfers posted scores of 149 or better across Dallas Houston and Midland as they qualified for the sectional round of the U S Open. Fort Worth amateur Charlie Coody led with a 4 under par 141 in Dallas.

Dallas Houston Midland Charlies Coody Fort Worth Spyakiers Perssonal Harry Ranson Te Herston Bobby French

YWCA Bantam League Rosters Reveal Baytown Open June 3

Baytown YMCA announces bantam league rosters for players aged 7 to 14 with teams in Baytown and nearby areas. Season runs June 3 to July 18 with games at Grasswood Park, 3 PM Sundays, featuring managers James Bowie and Michael Burnet among others.

Baytown Ymca Bos Ana Pach Piatsers Soto Graswood Sunes James Bowie Dan Anienes Mamiger Renpeth Deeuw Toney Ax Thinken Steven Yeaver Langh Johnsen Dawid Cs Rusen Nate Mekaniel Roger Prett David Burnet

Baseball Standings From Regional Playoff Schedule

Regional playoff details show Baytown facing Bellaire on Monday with games at Bastawn and Wednesday at Jeppesé Field. Reytown competes against Bellaire while other matchups are listed as Baytown and Gama Brilaire.

Baytown Bellaire Gama Brilaire Bastawn Reytown Va Jeppesé

Dodgers 11 inning win over Braves caps road streak

Dodgers pitcher Stan Williams allowed four hits in 11 innings of work and beat the Braves 2-1 as Los Angeles extended its road winning streak to eight. Maury Wills scored the decisive run in the 11th after Wally Moon’s infield grounder and a Davis single, while Willie Davis and a reshaped bullpen stifled Cincinnati and Milwaukee previously.

ED Wilks Associated Press Stan Williams Los Angeles Dodgers Williams Milwaukee Cincinnnati Dodgers San Francisco St Louis Pittsburgh Giants Detroit Tigers Kansas City Cleveland Indians Minnesota New York Baltimore Boston Chicago White Sox Los Angeles Angels Washington Braves Reds Bob Purkey Maury Wills Willie Davis Wills Wally Moon Tommy Davis Jack Sanford St. Louis

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