Dodgers extend winning streak by taking twi-night doubleheader
Los Angeles Dodgers swept the Philadelphia Phillies 11 4 and 8 5 to stretch their winning streak to 13 games and pull into a first place tie with the San Francisco Giants. Don Drysdale earned the nightcap win, driving in a three run double as Ron Fairly hit his fourth homer. Junior Gilliam also connected for a homer as the Dodgers rallied for the second win behind Stan Williams and a strong bullpen effort.
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Honolulu Welter Will Tangle With Scott
New York AP Stan Harrington a Hawaii welterweight returns to Madison Square Garden to fight Charley Scott of Philadelphia in a 10 round TV main event. Scott as 8-5 favorite despite Harrington riding a five fight win streak after a controversial split decision loss to Gaspar Ortega in his mainland debut. The bout airs on ABC TV at 9 p.m. EST.
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Colts Wear Hats and Boots for Road Trips
The Houston Colts league club mandated blue western hats and boots for travel after owners bought $200 outfits. Ten players skipped the attire on a trip from Cincinnati to Chicago, prompting a closed door session with Manager Harry Craft. Captain Hal Smith confirmed the vote to wear the western gear, while some players complained the look sparked a circus vibe and airport remarks.
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Florida State eliminates West Virginia in NCAA baseball
Florida State built a 6-0 lead in three innings and held on to defeat West Virginia 6-5 in Gastonia North Carolina. The win advances FSU to a rematch with Wake Forest in the District 3 tournament, with rain delaying the title game to Monday as Saturday schedule announced.
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Top Ten Baseball RBI Leaders Highlight 40s Era Names
The list features Kaine and Dot with 38 RBIs, Gentile of Baltimore 37, Siebern and Eric Wagner of Los Angeles 36, and Robinson among the top run producers, reflecting the period’s strong offensive stars.
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Referee Appointed for Bluefield Wrestling Triple Main Event
NWA designates Southeastern Heavyweight Champ Doug Adkins to referee three matches at Bluefield Auditorium. Headliners include Alfred vs El Gato, Mountaineer vs The Mysterious Medic, and Big Don Bess vs Big John Roberts. Officials warn of potential violence as fights proceed. Opening bell at 8:15 p.m.
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White Sox Edge Orioles 3-2 In 11 Innings
The Chicago White Sox outlasted the Baltimore Orioles 3-2 in 11 innings as Charlie Smith laced a lead off hop single over short that scored Floyd Robinson from second to produce the deciding run. Robinson earlier stole second after a walk to set up the winner.
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Standings and results from yesterday and weekend games
Tonight scoreboard shows Cincinnati 5 against Chicago and Los Angeles 114 for a wide margin with other results listed. Weekend schedule includes San Francisco at New York and Pittsburgh at Milwaukee with multiple night games and player records noted. Eastern League notes Charleston 4 and Binghamton pending further details.
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Reds top Cubs 5 2 as Joey Jay scores eighth win
Cincinnati gains a 5 2 victory over Chicago in their 1962 Chicago debut. Joey Jay earns his eighth win in 13 starts while Frank Robinson and Marty Keough drive in runs in the first inning. Ken Hubbs hits his third homer of the season for the Cubs as Cincinnati improves to third in the standings and Chicago suffers a four game slide.
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Betsy Rawls Leads Babe Zaharias Open After 72
Betsy Rawls birdied the last two holes for a 1-under 72 to top the Babe Zaharias Open at Beaumont Country Club. Kathy Cornelius trailed by one, after a 34 at the turn, but bogeyed four of the first six holes to slip back. Beth Stone and Sandra Haynie also posted strong rounds in variable conditions.
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Baseball’s Top Ten Leading Batsmen Based on 100 At Bats
Snapshot shows home run leaders with Stan Mays and Willie Mays among top batsmen. Listing includes banks, Cepeda, Pinson, Thomas, T. Davis, F. Alou with various totals. Data appears partial and mixed with team abbreviations and misprints.
Player Shoots 66 and Leads Memphis Open at Colonial
Gary Player fired a 4 under par 66 to surge to 9 under overall 131 and lead the Memphis Open at Colonial Country Club. Arnold Palmer faded to 142, while Don January and Bruce Crampton joined a cluster at 133 as the field narrowed to 60 players after a 36-hole cut at 146.
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South Africa
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Colonial Country Clubs
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Arnold Palmer
Don January
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Gene Littler
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Indians Bounce Tigers 7-1 As Perry Throws 4-Hitter
Indians rout Tigers 7-1 behind a four hitter by Perry. The offensive support included key hits from teammates, while Tigers pitching was unable to contain the Australian.
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Indians ride Jim Perry as he blanks Tigers 7 1
DETROIT AP Lanky Jim Perry retired the first 16 batters and yielded four hits as the Cleveland Indians beat the Detroit Tigers 7-1. Perry walked one and struck out four, ending his bid for a perfect game in the sixth inning. Tito Francona and Al Luplow drove in multiple runs to back the performance. The Tigers finally broke through with a Norm Cash homer in the ninth.
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Shaw Braves Clobber Cards 7-0 Behind Shaw and Crandall
Milwaukee pitcher Bob Shaw tossed the first Braves shutout of the season in a 7-0 victory over St. Louis. Del Crandall drove in five runs with two singles and a bases loaded triple, while Gus Bell and Roy McMillin also contributed. Larry Jackson took the loss for the Cardinals.
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Kansas City Chamber Eyes Buy Offer for Athletics
The Kansas City Chamber of Commerce says it has a potential buyer ready to purchase the Kansas City Athletics if owner Charles Finley is dissatisfied with the franchise.
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Hogan Quits Open Qualifying Amid Injury Woes
Four time U S Open champion Ben Hogan withdrew from the 1962 Open qualifying in Pittsburgh after bursitis slowed his shoulder. Willie Turnesa also pulled out, with both exempt from local qualifying, shifting spots to Rochester and Philadelphia sections ahead of the Oakmont Open June 14 to 16.
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Johnson Earns Ring Rating as Light Heavyweight Champion
In New York AP reports Harold Johnson has been rated by Ring as world light heavyweight champion after defeating Doug Jones. Archie Moore is recognized as champion by California.
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Ring Magazine
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Ring
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Mays hits 17th in 9 6 Giants win at Polo Grounds
The San Francisco Giants defeated the New York Mets 9 6 at the Polo Grounds. Willie Mays homered for the 17th time this season, with Willie McCovey and Jim Davenport also going deep. The Mets suffered their 12th straight loss after a late rally.
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Wickersham Pitches A's Past Bosox 9 2
Dave Wickersham earned win number six as the Kansas City Athletics defeated the Boston Red Sox 9 to 2. He won all three starts this year and three prior relief appearances, raising his record to 6 1. Don Schwall took the loss after leaving with one out in the fourth. Norm Siebern and Ed Charles drove in three runs for KC. Malzone homered for Boston.
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