Lane De Witt pull off unprecedented two club swap
Cleveland Indians and Detroit Tigers executed a managerial exchange that resembled a trade as Frank Lane and Bill DeWitt swapped bosses on opening day. The move, tied to expansion plans shrinking the Continental League, aims to energize two underperforming clubs while facing Gordon and Dykes’ standing with local fans.
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Comedy and Tricks Highlight Forbes Field Baseball Week
Baseball buffs flock to Forbes Field as the Pirates host the Cubs and Phillies with two special events. On August 31 a KDKA Comedy of Errors contest features radio and TV personalities in a humorous ball game, with Nellie King as an added attraction. On September 15 Jackie Price returns for a pregame half hour show including headstand catches and heel batting before the Pirates face the Phillies.
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Rosburns 65 Leads ICC Golf at Insurance City Open
Bob Rosburg shoots a 65 at Wethernfield Country Club to take a one stroke lead over Dick Knight and Don Fairfield after the first round of the 30000 Insurance City Open. The 1963 champion from Overland Park Kan has struggled this season but rode a hot putter with six birdies and only one greens miss.
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Battey Leads Senators Past Chisox In Vengeful Win
Battey homered twice and drove in two runs as the Senators defeated the Chicago White Sox 21 at home. Rey Moore yielded only one hit in 22 2/3 innings in relief for Chicago. Early Wynn took the loss while Battey shined at the plate and in two double plays. Boston swept Kansas City in a twin bill 5-1 and 9-1 as New York rests idle. Monbouquette and Wilson shined for Boston.
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John Briggs
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Don Larsen
Ajax Blasts Aero 15-3 in Five-Inning Playoff Opener
Ajax, the Junior Baseball League regular season champion, defeated Aero Supply 15-3 in five innings at Love land Field as rain halted play. Harold Bromley starred with a triple double and a five-hitter for Ajax, supported by Rick Houghtling Mike Knowlton and Pete Magee start and errors by Aero. Danmy McEldowney and Muwee added singles as Ajax pulled away with two runs first, six in the third and continued scoring before the rain ended the game.
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State Star Twin Bill Tomorrow
Two all star teams from Little League and Junior circuit travel to Mal Village for an all star doubleheader starting at 2 pm. The Ajax nine, led by Fred McEldowney, supervise the Junior League group with Sam Baressi managing the Little League squad. Bromley sparked a run with a double. McEldowney delivered a triple to send Bromley home. Emer son Begs takes the loss in the Aero Supply pitching appearance. Tonight's game could clinch the Ajax title with a 6 pm start, weather permitting.
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Fish Tales by Gilbert Brewer Showcasing Erie Trip Catches
Gilbert Brewer formerly of Corry now Erie resident displays two sets of fish from a recent Canada fishing trip. Left shows a 30 inch trout weighing close to ten pounds.
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Dykes To Sign Six-Week Indians Contract Today
Cleveland AP says genial Jimmie Dykes arrives to sign a seven week contract to manage the Indians through the 1960 season. General manager Frank Lane promises consideration for 1961 if the team shows marked improvement in the 58 games remaining. Dykes and Lane reached a very agreeable understanding after a half hour phone talk, with no commitments for 1961. Dykes plans no changes for the 14 game home stand against Baltimore and will meet his coaches after signing.
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24 Olympic Spots Open For Swimmers In Detroit
Detroit hosts the final day of a four day Olympic swimming and diving trials with 24 spots at stake. Eighteen already claimed by a mix of youths and veterans including Frank McKinney Paula Jean Pope and Gary Tobian. Lynn Burke Mike Troy and Jeff Farrell feature in finals today amid rain delays and tense finishes.
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David Gillanders
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Cardinals Extend Streak With Win Over Braves
Amazing Cardinals win their seventh straight after a 2 0 victory over Milwaukee to sweep the Braves, boosting St. Louis toward first place. Pirates keep lead with Dodgers loss as NL standings shift with other results. Ray Sadecki and George Witt win for the Cards and Pirates, while Billy Martin’s brush with Cubs catcher leads to a fractured orbital bone for rookie Jim Brewer.
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Brewer Faces Month Out After Martin Punch
Chicago AP report details Cubs rookie pitcher Jim Brewer suffering a fractured orbit from a punch by Billy Martin during a Cubs Reds game. Brewers faces at least a month out with possible season end. Martin awaits NL President Warren Giles’ review while banished from the game.
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Wiffi Smith Sets Pace At Waterloo
Wiffi Smith, 23, shot a 66 at Sunnyside Country Club Waterloo round one to hold a two stroke lead at the Waterloo Women's Open. Hagge led challengers with 68 while Wright and MacKenna tied at 70 for second as 27 pros and 15 amateurs faced a forgiving course.
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Senators Edge White Sox on Late Homer
Yesterday's Stars Batting Earl Battey and ex-Chicago catcher hit a two-run homer in the eighth to lift the Senators to a 4-1 win over the White Sox. Ray Sadecki, a Cardinals southpaw, threw six-hitter as the Cardinals swept Milwaukee 4-2 in the three-game series.
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Minor League Scores From NYP and American Association
Erie 2 4 Wellsville 0 5 Elmira 4 Corning 3 Geneva 9 Auburn 5. St Paul 1 Louisville 0 11 innings. Denver 9 Charleston 5 10 Houston 4 Dallas Fort Worth 1 Minneapolis 8 Indianapolis 7.
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