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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1950
Page
7
The Philadelphia Phillies and Brooklyn Dodgers extend their tight NL race with pivotal Sept games. Ground opens for the Pirates as leaders approach one million attendance, while looming clashes in Philadelphia and Brooklyn shape the final stretch.
The Jamestown Falcons outlasted Olean Oilers 17 16 as Ken Stanley homered with two aboard. Also noted were Dodgers gaining on standings, Wellsville game washed out, and other local Pony League results featuring Bradford, Hamilton, Batavia, and Batavia Clippers performances.
The Red Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 6-2 to extend their win streak to eleven games, pulling within reach of the pennant and tightening the AL race with New York and Cleveland. Ed Ford starred for the Yankees with a 10-0 shutout of the Phillies. Chicago and Brooklyn posted decisive wins as the pennant chase intensified.
Scores across the American League show New York routing St Louis 10 to 0 and Philadelphia beating Chicago 6 to 2 while Detroit topped Boston 6 to 2. In the National League Philadelphia edged Pittsburgh 7 to 4 and Brooklyn defeated Cincinnati 1 to 0 as leaders and standings are updated.
The record lists Boston stars Goodman and Stephens leading in runs and RBIs, with Detroit and Cleveland producers also highlighted. Pitching leaders Trout of Detroit and Spahn of Boston top strikeouts, while other NL names like Musial and Ashburn appear among batting and hitting leaders.
Oil City golfer Mrs C B Cox paced a 28-player field in the Northwestern Women's Colt Association bi weekly event. Miss Forsythe and Miss Haskell posted low scores with net figures, while Mrs Martha Ploming won the low putt prize and a luncheon was served after play.
Roger Ottaway, quarterback and back for Corey High School, earns a scholarship after a strong season. The award marks Ottaway as a standout gridiron player, noted for versatility and leadership on the line.
In a tight Midland Atlantic contest Oil City Refines fell to New Castle as Butler edged Johnstown 1 to 0. Niagara Falls dominated Brantford 11 to 0, stopping a long losing streak for Oil City.
Australian net team surprises in Forest Hills where Jolut Erensweh and teammates upset the strong American squad. The report highlights bold play by partners Winke and McGruger as the event unfolds with unexpected results and captions a Dark Cup reference.
In a sharp match in New York, Pigats Last Sigit Scranton defeated Jon Bantera by knockout in the first round. The bout featured mid round exchanges and strong activity from both fighters as spectators watched from Long Beach to Union City.
Robinson stops Basard in the first round as promoters count a large crowd and purse details emerge. Officials note Basard was hurt early while Robinson dominated with precise leather work and steady movement.
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