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Childress Index

Location

Childress, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1955

Page

4

Collins Smacks Two Homers To Give Yanks 2-1 Triumph

The Yankees beat the Indians 2-1 as Joe Collins belted two homers and had a third hit to drive in the deciding run. Collins lifted his average to .221 while New York stayed within one game of the pace-setting White Sox as other AL results spread across the league.

Collins Yanks Las Vegas Yankees White Sox Red Sox Byrne Wynn Tommy Byrne Cleveland al Smith Bobby Avila Connie Johnson Jim Piersall Faye Throneberry Morris Martin Dixie Howell Eddie Hoost Jim Rivera Tigers Senators Harvey Kuenn Detroit Orioles Athletics Milwaukee Brooklyn Giants Cards Cubs Pirates Cincinnati Philadlphia Eddie Mathews Don Zimmer Braves Duke Sniter Bob Buhl Philadelphia Gus Bell

Ponies Finish Second To Amarillo In Legion Chase

The Ponies end the season 8 9 while the Colts go 11 10. Shahan posts an 11 8 pitching record with a 3.07 ERA in 121 innings, 144 strikeouts, 45 walks. Barron leads Ponies with a .375 batting, Mullins late surge with .274, and Davis also contributes as catcher pitcher.

Furr Food Ponies Colts Hanson Chiefs Amarillo American Legion Bill Shahan Shahan Harold Smith F. A. Davis Davis Smithe Smith Ray Fulenwider Mickie Barron Rod Mullins Alton Voyles Don Cawthon Barron Mullins Voyles Fulenwider Bronko’ Havens Blake Cedric Thompson Jimmy Rogers James Braly Otto Stahl Larry Webb Wilson Butch Farha Braly Stahl Childress Dick Risenhoover

Eagles and Padres win in Texas League action

Dallas erupts for 13 to 0 over Houston as Big Red Murff earns his 24th win and 16 hits spark the attack. San Antonio tops Fort Worth 6 to 4 behind Charley Locke as Kal Segrist closes with his 18th. Rain cancels two games. Dallas rests key bats late.

Dallas San Antonio Oklahoma City Beaumont Tulsa Shreveport Big Red Murff Houston Charley Locke Wilder Fort Worth Ray Murray Dick Getter Eddie Knoblauch Barney Schultz Red Davis Murff Murray Knoblauch Kal Segrist

Indians Star Prospects Push for Major League Seats

Indianapolis fans have seen a surge of red hot prospects move toward the majors with the Indians, led by a steady flow of talent from their No 1 assignment. General Manager Eddie Stumpf warns such cycles return every few years and notes Cleveland may provide little help this season as big leaguers push for the American League title.

Indianapolis Indianapolis Indians Hoosier Tribesters Herb Score Sam Toothpick Jones Harry Malmberg Hank Foiles Harry Simpson American Association Eddie Stumpf Indians Jim Dyck Cleveland Baltimore Orioles Hoosiers Manger Kerby Farrel

150 Golfers Tee Off In Tourney

About 150 professional men tee off at Tom OShanter Country Club in Chicago for the All American golf tournament second day of two day qualifying. Lionel Herbert of Erie led by seven under par on Tuesday with 66 while Bob, OLeary of Bismarck and Gene Webb of St Louis shot 67. Others posted 68 and 69 with progress toward the 72 hole field joining 85 exempt players. Women pros and men and women amateurs qualified earlier. the tournament begins Thursday.

Chicago Tom O’shanter Country Club Lionel Herbert Erie Bob Paul O'Leary Bismarck N. D Gene Webb St. Louis Bill Nary Reno Nev Bob Inman Detroit Steve Blatnak Max Evans Juea Mich Ray Glenn Fort Campbell Walker Inman Augusta

Warming ewes before turning out improves lambing and costs

Warming ewes before turning out to pasture yields healthier flocks and better profitability, according to farm guidance. The practice reduces stress and boosts subsequent grazing efficiency, promising economic benefits for shepherds.

Port Arthur Odessa Vie For Class AAAA Football Crown

Coaches at the Texas High School Coaches Association clinic name Port Arthur and Odessa as likely state finalists in Class AAAA. Harlingen and Snyder top Class AAA. Odessa backs 31 of 40 letters, while Harlingen and Snyder launch with strong returning units. District previews note Baytown, Abilene, Midland and Dallas Fort Worth area teams as contenders in their divisions.

San Antonio Port Arthur Odessa Harlingen Snyder Texas High School Coaches Association Yellow Jackets Darrell Tully Galveston Baytown Chuck Moser Abilene de Jack Rucker McAllen Indians Abilene Midland

Banks Raps Fourth Grand Slam Homer

Chicago Cubs shortstop Ernie Banks hit his fourth bases loaded homer of the season, becoming the fifth National Leaguer and 10th in majors to reach that mark. It was his 34th homer of the year, moving him closer to the single season shortstop record of 39 set by Vern Stephens in 1949.

Ernie Banks Cubs Pirates Banks Chicago Bob Rush Chicago Cubs Babe Ruth Lou Gehrig Vern Stephens Boston Red Sox

Doby Ties AL Fielding Streak With 157 Games

Larry Doby of the Cleveland Indians matched an American League fielding record by a 157 game spotless streak in the outfield. He made seven chances flawless with two spectacular catches in a 2 1 final at Yankee Stadium, tying Sam Mele's mark from 1953 54. Doby questioned the value of the record after the loss.

New York Larry Doby Cleveland Indians Doby Yankees Sam Mele Chicago Baltimore

Leading American League Batting and Power Leaders

Kaline of Detroit tops AL batting with 94 runs and 381 points in 102 games. Kuenn and Smith follow with high averages while Snider and Mays lead in RBIs and homers. pitching leaders include Newcombe, Byrne, Donovan, and Erskine with strong win totals.

Pet. Kaline Det Kuenn Smith Cleve Kell Chicago Fox Power K. C Snider Dodgers Kluszewski Redlegs Mays Giants Banks Cubs Mathews Braves Ennis Phillies Boone Tigers Ae Mays Kaline Mantle Yankees Indians Post Newcombe Byrne Donovan White Sox Lees Aus Erskine

Baseball scores and standings from Tuesday and Wednesday

United Press reports team records and results across leagues with standings for the American and National Leagues. Key figures include Chicago New York Cleveland Boston Detroit Kansas City and Baltimore with numerous game results and scheduled matches.

Chicago New York Cleveland Boston Detroit Kansas City Washington Baltimore CIA Turley

Deer and wildlife seen roaming Pembroke streets in daytime

In Pembroke New Hampshire residents watched wildlife in plain sight as 12 deer gathered in a field while a bobcat chased a deer and two foxes plus two woodchucks moved about town during a lively spell.

Pembroke N. H

Little Wiz Mystery: Unexpected Expenses Always Follow

A puzzling pattern emerges as people who face monthly unexpected costs repeatedly see new bills arise. Analysts note recurring financial shocks and coping strategies amidst rising living costs and limited savings.

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