Braves Split Demonstrates Pirates Top NL Lead
Milwaukee Braves win the nightcap to split the doubleheader with Pittsburgh, restoring a narrow NL lead while Vernon Law takes the loss in the game two. The Pirates had briefly led the league for the first time since 1948 with a late seventh inning rally and two runs.
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Triple Champ Out of Danger
Boxing's only three-division holder Rev. Flency Armstrong, 43, survived a seizure at home and was treated at Los Angeles County General Hospital. Doctors said no brain or nervous damage, and his condition improved enough for visitors including his wife.
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Sunday Results From American Association Games
The schedule shows St. Paul defeating Charleston 7 to 0, Omaha 7 to 37 with Omaha 0.3, Louisville and Minneapolis 9, Denver tied, and Wichita hosting Omaha. The lineup lists St. Paul at Charleston, Omaha at Wichita, Denver at Indianapolis, Minneapolis at Louisville in a p.m. session.
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Ex-Dodger's Hit Brings A's Victory
Tim Thompson a Brooklyn Dodger castoff blooped a run producing single in the 10th to give the Kansas City Athletics a 7 6 win over the Boston Red Sox. The second game of the doubleheader was postponed by rain. Thompson reached base five times with three hits and two walks as the A's won their sixth one run decision of the season at Fenway Park.
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Tri County League Hialieede 2 PT Minor Report
Brief notes from the Tri County League recount minor league action featuring players such as Withers, Smith, and Hudnall. Mentions local teams Albans Caln Viekield and Levied standings with sparse readable names and partial team references.
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Lions Sign New NFL Contracts Amid Offseason Buzz
Detroit reports three players from Whittier and Southwest Texas State have signed NFL contracts with the Detroit Lions. Names include Tad enter and Allert, with Colley noted as a catcher and forace. Event dated June 3 in Detroit. details on terms not disclosed.
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Tigers Rally to Take Doubleheader From Yankees
Detroit defeated the league leading New York Yankees 6 3 and 7 4 in 16 innings, extending its win streak to six as Whitey Ford was knocked out in the first game. Tuttle delivered key hits, Kuenn led the offense with three hits, and Maxwell and Kaline added crucial RBI in the second game. Berra homered for the Yankees, but Detroit spoiled Ford’s strong start and won in extras.
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Indians, Senators Split Doubleheader In Seattle Field
Cleveland and Washington split a June doubleheader with the Indians winning the opener 8 4 in 12 innings as Vic Wertz hit a three run homer. In the nightcap Hal Griggs pitched a complete game for Washington 7 1 overcoming Don Mossi despite four fourth inning Washington runs.
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Kenny Harless Nets First Hole in One at Meadow Brook
Local amateur golfer Kenny Harless scored the first hole in one of his life yesterday on the uphill 151 yard 17th hole at Meadow Brook. He used a seven iron while playing with Jerry Whittington Herb Britt Tucker Bowen and Bill Kyle.
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Gonzales Clinches 74 27 Edge in Tour Finale
Gonzales dominates the final tour match against Trabert to finish 74 games to 27. Trabert led 6 7 in the third set but collapsed after four straight points, while Jack Kramer beat Pancho Segura 6 3 in a preliminary one set.
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Littler Grabs Texas Open Lead With 67
Gene Littler moved into the outright lead at the Texas International Open with a three under par 67. Roberto De Vicenzo lingered at 200 after an even round, Cary Middlecoff moved to second with 68, and Ernie Vossler led a group tied for fourth at 202 as heavy rain lengthened the Preston Hollow course.
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Giants Hold Reds to Split in Cincinnati Doubleheader
The New York Giants edged the Cincinnati Reds 4 to 3 to split the twin bill after a 7 to 3 Reds win in the opener. Gus Bell homered for Cincinnati. Willie Mays snared Ed Bailey’s drive to end the second game. Thompson drove in two runs for New York as Hart and Lockman scored late, while Frank Robinson and Jablonski homered for the Reds in the first game.
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Minor League Scores Show Busy Baseball Night Across Leagues
A jumble of scores from the Minor Leagues features teams such as Toronto, Miami, Havana, New Orleans, Nashville, Mobile, Chattanooga, Johnstown, Allentown, Binghamton, Reading, and Syracuse. Early results include New Orleans 7 over Nashville and Reading 5 over Syracuse 2, with multiple 1st games and close finishes noted across the Southern Association and Eastern leagues.
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Ashburn Leads Phils To Split With Cards In Twinbill
Richie Ashburn fueled a 15 hit Philadelphia attack in game one as the Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 9-3 behind Harvey Haddix after a deal earlier. Stan Lopata homered in both games, including a ninth inning shot to extend the Phillies’ advantage. Dickson won game one with his third victory in four starts for St. Louis, while Lindy McDaniel struggled in game two.
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Pony Loop Opens With Three Games at Local Parks
South Charleston recreation program launches the Pony League season for 13 to 15 year olds with three games at Pudge Park Armor Park and Kenna Homes Field. Managers listed in parentheses. Teams include Westvaco Braves Biarkell Civitas Linns Club Rose City Press and Fraternal Order of Police.
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Chisox Take Doubleheader Sweep Over Orioles
Chicago White Sox shellacked Baltimore 12 0 and 9 2 in a two game set at Baltimore. Dick Donovan notched his third win with a seven hit shutout in the opener. Jim Wilson won the nightcap as Chicago climbed to second in the American League.
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