Ganders Top Track Talk Lifts Baytown Measured Against Texas
Murray discusses local track of Robert E. Lee B and Ganders in 12AA bid, noting their Dickinson rival claims, Bobby Sanders move to third base, and Edwin Denny’s defense. He compares Louisiana and Texas track feats, praising Baytown program while citing World records and state marks from Austin and New Orleans.
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Ganders Prep For State Meet With Baytown Title Hopes
Gander baseball team eyes a strong state championship run after sweeping top rivals Texas City and Port Arthur. John Reagan of Houston is a major threat but Baytown’s Ganders, led by a pinpoint pitching staff, plan to challenge him as they head into the state meet.
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The Big Man's Back in Texas State Tourney Showdown
Alan Mayer previews a CROSSTOWN baseball clash at Disch Field as the Ganders and Reagan meet in the 1955 state tournament. Reagan relies on Donnie Hullum and strong hitters Penny and Brown, while the Ganders back Ed Win Denny, J W Gammel, Gary Herrington and Donnie Hallum with capable support from Winston Porter and Wayne Barke.
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Parade Opens Baytown Teenage Baseball Week
Preparations for a 4:30 p.m. parade on Texas Avenue mark the kickoff of Baytowns first Teenage Baseball Week Celebrations include a downtown parade Ellington Air Force Band and 26 teams. Mayor Pruitt Clyde Gary preside at pregame ceremonies at Oller Park following the parade.
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Brilliant Pitching Sends Buffs to TL Standings Up
Houston Buffs sweep Oklahoma City 3 2 and 4 2 to move into second place in the Texas League, three and a half games behind San Antonio. Floyd Wooldridge allowed two hits in game one, Bill Greagon held Tulsa to four in game two, and Houston’s pair of wins followed a day of varied results across the league. Beaumont beat Dallas 5 3 in game one but dropped game two 9 6. Shreveport and Fort Worth split, with Shreveport taking game one 6 5 and Fort Worth winning game two 2 0. San Antonio edged Tulsa 1 0. Monday’s slate includes Dallas at Shreveport and Fort Worth at Beaumont.
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Morris Frank Dinner Deadline Here June 1
A June 1 deadline sets ticket access for the Morris Frank dinner in Houston. Baytown reservations can be made by contacting Hartimen or Jackson at The Baytown Sun. tickets are 1250 each. After the deadline, remaining tickets may be bought from the Houston Chamber of Commerce offices. About 20 Baytown seats are planned.
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Like 1953 Yankees and Dodgers Lead Pennant Race
Memorial Day shows the Yankees and Dodgers atop the majors with strong records and key victories. Grim pitched his first complete game, Doby and Williams starred for their clubs, while Musial and Jensen homered for St. Louis and Boston respectively.
Moon Over Har CC Golf In Finals
Baytown Country Club hosted the Club Championship semi finals with tight wins. Jim Moon rallied from behind to beat Don Harmon one up after birdies on 17 and 18. Harmon missed a short putt on 18. In the final, Jim Moon faces Ralph Sharpless after Sharpless defeated Pete O Sullivan. other results include J B Stewart and Jim Carithers advancing.
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Wes Santee wins Karver Mile in 4:05.4 at Shading
Wes Santee, aiming for sub four minutes, wins the Karver mile in 4:05.4 at Shading. Horace Ashenfelter finishes 13.4 seconds behind in 4:18, with Jim McLaughlin taking third in a close duel. Finals set for Sunday with flights two and three advancing and contests scheduled for the afternoon.
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