Wally Post's Ninth-Inning homer sinks Cubs in Cincinnati win
Pinch hitter Wally Post hit a two run homer with two outs in the ninth to lift the Cincinnati Reds to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Cincinnati rode Marty Keough's third hit and a first inning Chicago rally to the final play, as Ellsworth took the loss and Blasingame earned the win.
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Affectionately Wins Polly Drummond Stakes at Delaware Park
Affectionately, the Swaps-Snetching filly trained by Mrs. Ethel D. Jacobs, won the Polly Drummond Stakes at Delaware Park in 50 seconds flat. She defeated Bold Princess by a length with Nalee in third and Chasinia fourth among eight starters. The victory earned $16,900 for Mrs. Jacobs and paid $3.40 to win.
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Baseballs Top Ten Home Run Names From The Era
The list highlights Mays of San Francisco with 18 home runs and Cepeda 15, Banks 14, Pinson and Thomas 13, with Davis and Alou also noted among the era’s leading sluggers.
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Munsey Eliminated In NAIA Sprint Finals
Concord College sprinter Tom Munsey finished ninth in both the 100 and 220 yard dashes at the NAIA track and field championships in Sioux Falls. He was eliminated in the semi finals in cool conditions after previously setting state conference records at Wheeling.
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Dour Spoils Trail In the Press Box Tubby Corrence
The article notes a dour performance by Tubby Corrence in the press box, marking a setback for the team. Details emphasize disappointing outcomes and lingering tension around the season.
Pashon Plans Big Feats With Bold Motivational Lines
A compilation of pithy maxims urges readers to aim high and work hard. It pairs phrases about taking on more than one can handle with steady perseverance and starry ambitions. The tone mimics a period motivational column.
Story Of The Week Humorous anecdotes and wry quotes
A satirical collage of quips about relationships, youth, university life, and gender roles. The piece pairs a vignette about a woman stranded in a car with a string of one liners and light jabs at social norms, offering breezy commentary on modern behavior.
Editorialist Wins Clang Handicap at Washington Park
In Chicago, Editorialist owned by the Fourth Estate Stable with jockey Herb Hinojosa won the $27,205 Clang Handicap at Washington Park, beating Intervener by two neck. Blue Scope carried 126 pounds while Editorialist carried 119. The winner paid $9.20 $4.20 and $2.40, with a 1:09 time, and earned $15,775.
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Giants sweep Mets in doubleheader regain NL lead
Harvey Kuenn hit a two run homer in the eighth inning to lift the San Francisco Giants to a 6 4 win in the second game after a 10 1 victory in the opener. Willie Mays and Orlando Cepeda homered in the first game as the Mets extended their losing streak to 14. The doubleheader attendance reached 41 001, and New York finish the stand with a single game against the Giants.
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Derby Winners Decidedly and Greek Money Begin Belmont Prep
Kentucky Derby winner Decidedly and Preakness winner Greek Money both worked 14 miles on Saturday in preparation for the Belmont Stakes. Clockers listed Greek Money at 2 4 5, and Decidedly at 2 06 1 5 though trainer Horatio Luro disputed Decidedly at 2 05 1 5.
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Law Grabs 3rd Triumph As Pirates Lock Colts 9-2
Minnesota Twins crush the Washington Senators 9-2 to even the weekend series at one game apiece. Rookie Joe Bonikowski pitched a complete game despite a rough sixth inning, improving to 4-4 as Lenny Green hit a three run homer and Orlando Martinez notched his first major league hit driving in two runs.
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Clemente Caps Fourth Home Run as Pirates Beat Colt 2–1
Pittsburgh Pirates defeated Houston Colts 2–1 in a Saturday game. Roberto Clemente hit his fifth homer with two on in the first inning. Vern Law earned his third win in a comeback start, going the distance and allowing 10 hits. Al Spangler homered for Houston in the ninth.
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Americans Advance in French Amateur Golf Championship
Pat Foy Brady of Reidsville North Carolina and Fletcher Jones of North Hollywood California led a strong American contingent into the tournament's second round at Chantilly France. Jones defeated Leslie Evans of Britain 8 and 6 and Brady beat Michel Gonfard of France 5 and 4. Falkenburg, a former Wimbledon champion now in Brazil, beat Guy d Arcangues 2 and 1. Six Americans won Saturday with several advancing by default or bye as the event proceeds toward the British amateurs open June 11.
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Fairmont Junior High Mentor Will Retire
FAIRMONT AP Paul B. Biz Dawson veteran coach and school official will retire at term end. Since 1955 he has been principal of Fairmont Junior High School. Prior to that he coached at Fairmont West High School for 28 years.
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Russian High Jumper Finishes In Third
Valeri Brumel, Russia's top high jumper, cleared 2.17 meters in a Riga Trophy handicap event but finished third behind Piotr Bolotnikov and Janis Lasis in Moscow.
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Tigers Hit Three Homers To Down Indians 5-3
Detroit beats Cleveland 5-3 as Charlie Maxwell Billy Bruton and Rocky Colavito homer. Hank Aguirre wins after Jim Bunning injures thigh and Gene Green belts a two run shot for Cleveland. Terry Fox relieves and preserves victory over eight game winner Dick Donovan.
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Layne Signs 15th Pact With Steelers
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Bobby Layne signed his 15th NFL contract on Saturday, likely extending his record chasing career passing marks. Layne sits tied with Sammy Baugh for 187 touchdown passes and trails Baugh's 1,709 completions by 11, ongoing as he debuts alongside veteran Ed Brown after trade rumors.
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Marsh Fork Tops Marlinton in Region 5 Final
Marsh Fork defeated Marlinton 11-0 in the Region 5 final as Stanley Cook pitched a two hitter and earned a berth in the State High School Baseball Tournament. Marsh Fork draws Parkersburg in the first state round at 9 p.m. Wednesday. Other entrants are Bluefield Fairview Logan St Albans Wellsburg and Mathias.
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Virginia Tech Dominates Virginia High School Athlete Picks
An Associated Press survey shows 61.9 percent of Virginia high school athletes plan to stay in state for college, with Virginia Tech leading in football, basketball and track. Of 252 athletes choosing colleges, 156 stay in Virginia while 96 go elsewhere. Tech draws 25 football players, seven basketball players and six track performers, and is the top choice for several all state standouts. Duke follows with four selections.
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