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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1962
Page
16
McKinley of St Anne Missouri leads seven American players into the second round at the Tech Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Championships. The 2 year old husky Davis Cup player was noted in coverage of Monday’s results.
Chicago reports Nicklaus and Palmer resume their friendly golf duel as the 59th Western Open begins at Medinah No 2. The event features a 7,110 yard layout through heavy timber, favoring tee accuracy over length, with McKinley among early American eliminations and several notables like Crawford Fox Reed and Dell advancing.
Hardman notes Carbide News reprints a 20 year old Ohio Valley baseball lineup led by manager Jay Ware. The piece recalls Eddie Grinstead, Bill Orcutt, Arnold McCracken and others, and invites families to tonight’s game at Watt Powell Park. Weather may affect attendance as Kanawha Triple A restructures schools and schedules.
Relief pitcher Indy McDaniel extended his scoreless streak to 23 one third innings in his third appearance in four days as the Cardinals defeated the Cubs 6-4. Ray Washburn earned the win over Chicago starter. Ernie Banks hit his 21st homer with two aboard to spark a St. Louis comeback after Chicago led 3-0 in the third.
South Charleston games feature Akers and Clauss leading with multiple hits and doubles for the Eagles, while Jarnette and Tiller collect key hits. Clauss also stars for the Lions with a double and triple, and Clauss again headlines the Civitans. Pinch, Clendenin, and Bechtel appear in pitching and scoring summaries with multiple hit accolades.
Stymie the famed racehorse died at age two at Dr. Charles Haggard's farm after a stud career of two years. The chestnut son of Equestrian Stop Watch earned nearly $918,485 from 131 starts, winning 35 races and placing second 33 times. He rose to fame in 1945 with eight stakes wins and captured the 1947 Gold Cup at Belmont Park in a stretch run to beat Natchez, pursuing the world money title.
The Charleston mid season open softball tournament begins at 6 40 p m Wednesday evening at Bigley Field. Deadline and pairings at 5 30 p m today at Martin Tabor store. Out of town teams go to late brackets and trophies awarded to winner and runner up. Entry fee 5 payable to Marlin Tabor Sporting Goods 1129 Central Avenue Charleston. Six more teams needed.
The AP reports that if current batting averages governed All-Star selections, many familiar names would miss starter duties in Washington and Chicago. Players voting from 20 clubs by Thursday will determine 16 non pitcher starters, likely favoring defense and club value over pure average.
O'Dell pitched a five hit game, earning his eight win against six losses, as San Francisco defeated Cincinnati 3-1. Jim Maloney started strong for the Reds but left with an apparent right arm issue after six. Harvey Kuenn moved to right field and misplayed a fly, but Cincinnati could not capitalize. Mays, Cepeda and Post contributed in the San Francisco attack while Maloney took the loss.
CHICAGO AP The Chicago White Sox acquired right hander Dean Stone on waivers from Houston and traded Charley Maxwell to Detroit for outfielder Don Buford. Stone, 32, posted a 2-3 record with a 4.40 ERA for Houston last season. The deal also included Ray Scarborough as a pitching addition and involved multiple players crossing teams in a busy waiver day.
Whitey Ford pitched a two hit outing to lead the New York Yankees to a 2-0 victory over the Detroit Tigers. Ford allowed five hits over his past two starts and earned relief support from Marshall Bridges after an ninth inning arm issue. Bridges finished with no further damage, preserving the shutout.
International League standings show Jacksonville, Atlanta, Rochester, and Richmond in mixed positions with several teams carrying .500 or better records. Sunday's results include Rochester beating Richmond and Atlanta, Columbus and Syracuse winning, while Buffalo and others posted losses. American Association features Dallas-Fort Worth, Louisville, and Omaha with varied records. Sunday results include Dallas-Fort Worth and Oklahoma City losses, while Denver and Indianapolis split. Pacific Coast League shows San Diego leading with Portland, Tacoma, and Seattle close behind. Texas League lists Austin and Amarillo with midseason struggles. Sally League highlights Savannah, Augusta, Macon, and Charlotte with several decisive Sunday cards.
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