Linzy Shuts Out Indians 2-0 For Springfield Giants
Springfield Giants split a doubleheader with Wading Charleston. Frank Linzy pitched a four hitter for his 12th straight complete game and sixth shutout, improving to 1-1 against five losses. Back-to-back doubles by Lanier and Phifer produced the first run, a bases loaded walk by Lanier the second in the fifth. Charleston's Tony Curry was ejected after charging the plate. Tom Agee’s relay prevented a potential late rally in the seventh.
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Tim Sullivan, 87, Leads WV Speedway Promotion at Ona
Tim Sullivan, veteran promoter, explains how NASCAR backing and a 12,000 late model Grand National race will inaugurate the West Virginia International Speedway at Ona. He cites 3,000 tickets sold, hopes for 15,000 fans, and plans for temporary stands if needed as the four year project nears its August 17 18 opening.
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St Albans Western Tops Fairmont In Semifinal No-Hitter
Kim West pitched a perfect game and hit a three run homer as St Albans Western beat Fairmont 3 0 in the West Virginia Little League semifinal. West struck out 16 and drove in all three runs in the third inning to reach the final against Ceredo Kenova.
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New West Virginia camp features top young players and growing track
At Camp Virgil Tate WVU coach George King watches Chapmanville star Mike Turner and Pt. Pleasant’s Ron Fowlkes in action as 47 boys compete for college spots. The event showcases strong sports talent, with future plans for better access roads, parking, and upgraded facilities while several players eye WVU as a college destination.
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Roberts Beats Yankees For 3rd Straight Time
Orioles top Yankees 5-3 as Cal Roberts, released by New York last season, wins again over his former team. Whitey Ford suffers his second straight loss after a 12 game win streak. Bobby Richardson belts a two run homer in the second, Joe Pepitone adds a solo shot in the ninth, and John Powell opens the scoring with a first inning homer for Baltimore.
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Six Games Slated in Clay Tourney District 10 Softball
The district 10 slow pitch tournament in Clay lists six games today with matchups including Boomer Precious, Swiss Civil Air Patrol, and Sunmiersville Clay Spencer winner. Clay defeated Spencer 12 3 and Top Hat Reedy 7 6 in the first round as semifinals set for Friday and Sunday. The district winner advances to the state tourney August 23 26 at Parkersburg.
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Senators Hand Radars Second Defeat by 4-3
The Washington Senators defeated Boston 4-3 in the second game of a twi night doubleheader. Dick Radatz took his second loss despite a strong showing. Earl Wilson hit a three run homer and pitched six hits shutout in Boston’s 3-0 opener win.
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Beginning Swim Class At YMCA For Adults
The YMCA will conduct a six week adults beginning swim class for men and women starting Thursday from 7 to 8 pm. The fee is 5 dollars for members and 9 dollars for non members. Registration available by calling 344-3437 or visiting the Y.
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City Golfers Set In Seniors Play
Kanawha County players join the 31st Virginias Golf Associations Seniors tournament at White Sulphur Springs. The event for ages 50 and up runs Monday to Wednesday with 102 foursomes. medal play Monday and Wednesday. WV vs VA matches Tuesday on Greenbrier courses. Dr. George Vick will speak at Tuesday banquet. Charleston area entrants are listed, with numerous local golfers among the participants.
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Detroit Holds Off Tribe Rally for 10-9 Win
Detroit built a 10-2 lead on three homers and two big rallies, then withstood a Cleveland counterattack to edge the Indians 10-9 Friday night.
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Twins Beat Athletics 10-3 Behind Pascual Homers
The Minnesota Twins overwhelmed the Kansas City Athletics 10-3 as Camilo Pascual pitched strongly and Jim Hall and Rich Rollins hit long balls in Friday night action.
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Sleepy Hollow Captures Junior Club Golf Tournament
Sleepy Hollow swept all five matches at Ka imawha Country Club winning the junior club golf tournament. Meadowbrook finished second with three wins, followed by Hawks iNest. Ken Bowen led Sleepy Hollow with a 68, while Dick Young and Gary Metz led Meadowbrook with scores of 72 and 74 respectively. Lines won the 17-18 putting contest, Warren Wick led 14-16, and Andy Pleunger won the 14-and-under division.
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Eastern League Friday and Thursday results summary
Eastern League results show Charleston 2 0 over ? Springfield 1 2 and Elmira 13 over York 6 on Friday with Binghamton 4 over Reading. Thursday saw Charleston at Springfield delayed by rain, Binghamton at Reading rained out, Elmira 6 York 1. Standings list Charleston 57 45 559, Springfield 53 48 525, Elmira 85 31 319, York 58 32 495, Reading 48 55, Binghamton 44 35 436. Saturday fixtures include Charleston at Springfield, Binghamton at Reading twice, Elmira at York.
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Davis Dies Cage Coach at Fairmont State
CLEVELAND Ohio API Pant. C Davis 58 longtime head basketball and track coach at Fairmont State College died Friday at Cleveland Clinic Hospital after undergoing major heart surgery twice in the past week. A Marion County native and Barrackville High School alum attended Glenville State College and Columbia University. He began coaching at Barrackville Junior High, then Fairmont East High before joining Fairmont State in 1949 as track coach and taking over the basketball program in 1952 posting a 148 134 record and guiding the 195 ? Falcons to 21 wins in 1950s season.
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