Williams Hits 50th With Afternoon Nap Boost
Ted Williams, age 41, homered for career 500th and 50th time this season as the Red Sox beat the Indians 6-3 in Cleveland. Williams credited an afternoon nap for late-inning sharpness, while conditioning trainer Fadden cited his overall routine. Tito Francona and Vic Power homered for Cleveland, with Earl Wilson and Barry Latman starting next.
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Owen Davis Nason duel headlines Saco Old Orchard playoffs
In a preview of the city league playoffs Owen Davis won 20 while 11 year old Don Nason nearly pitched a no hitter against Bagley Boureau. Don Mercier covered right field with five key catches as Collette and Delisle fueled a high scoring win.
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Boxing Results From Last Night
Ricardo Gonzalez of Buenos Aires defeated Hank Aeeves of Los Angeles by knockout in a Los Angeles bout. Boots Monroe stopped Noel Humphreys in Charleston West Virginia in the fourth. Frankie Ramirez of Los Angeles knocked out Moses Cooper of Stockton California.
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Dubois Homer Duo Lifts East End In 15 14 Win
With four regulars out Springvale KC used four pitchers none with prior ducking experience and fell 15 14 to East End at Memorial field. Dubois hit two homers for Springvale and Nolette and Gauthier powered East End with late rally while East End handed Springvale its fourth defeat three games behind the league leaders.
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All Stars Banking On Speedy Walter Beach
CHICAGO AP report notes Walter Beach as a potential breakout for the All Stars in the mid summer football series. The piece highlights Beach as a fast breakaway runner and top speed threat, alongside other fast backs and future pro links, with the game at Soldier Field televised by ABC.
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Pitch. Putt Mark Equalled By Lolle Solomon Lolle
Lolle Solomon Lolle tied the Hillcrest Pitch and Putt course record at Kennebunkport after firing a 43 over 18 holes at the Colony Hotel course. John Foster of the Colony Hotel held the prior mark set in July. Par is 56. Pitching Coach Tom Ferrick began with Greenwood in 1936.
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Larsen Breaks Long Losing Hex Mizell Wins For Bucs
In 1952 spring camp notes pitcher Wilmer Mizell found form with the Pittsburgh Pirates, winning his eighth game and lifting the Pirates in the NL race. Don Larsen, famed for his perfect World Series, returns to form with an 8-3 victory for the Athletics.
Pep Pill Charge Fizzles at Olympic Trials
The U S Olympic Committee closed the pep pill case after analysis showed the pill found in the Detroit women’s locker room was a vitamin. AAU official Jim Simms said it was an ordinary iron supplement available without prescription. Veikko Ruuska had alleged pep pill use. coaches and officials denied the charge.
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Billy Martin fine upheld after benching punch incident
Cincinnati slugger Billy Martin's $500 fine and five day suspension were upheld by NL President Warren Giles after a hearing. Martin defended his punch on Chicago Cubs pitcher Jim Brewer, saying Brewer aimed at his head before the brawl. Brewer faces about a month out as he recovers in a Chicago hospital.
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Patriots Announce Roster Changes Before Dallas Game
AP reports the Boston Patriots added two players to their roster and released four as they prep for Sundays exhibition against the Dallas Texans at Harvard Stadium. Coach Lou Saban recalled defensive halfback Pat Altieri and signed linebacker Vince Palyan from Dayton University. Cut from the squad were tackles Ed Denk and Don Dimenzo, end Al Badger, and halfback Joe Guido.
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LA Doctor Aims to Drive 500 MPH at Salt Flats
Dr. Nathan Ostich, a 50 year old Los Angeles physician, prepares his 8930 horsepower Flying Caduceus racer for speed trials at Bonneville Salt Flats Utah. He tests at about 140 mph and explains the parachute safety system designed to absorb extreme deceleration if a skid occurs at extreme speeds.
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Perkins II Top Choice In Bout With Lopes
Eddie Perkins of Chicago a 2-1 favorite for a 10 round lightweight bout against Joey Lopes at Chicago Stadium. The bout televised on ABC at 9 p m EST uses the five point must system. Perkins 23 has 19 wins 6 losses with six knockouts. Lopes 29 carries a 49 20 5 record with 19 KOs and aims to rebound after recent San Francisco area form.
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