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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1956
Page
7
A wide array of relative performances across leagues left the Braves inching ahead while the Yankees and Dodgers both faced splits. Milwaukee’s Bob Buhl delivered solid work, shaping a clearer lead for the Braves as rivals struggled in key games.
In St Paul, Bou chuk Grossliger and Be olok secured six straight indies and a record-tying finish at the St Paul Open. Wright of Watertown won the Nation Amateur title with a 4 and 3 victory. Marlene Bune won the Mile High Women’s Open in Denver with 2 05. Lew Hon and Len Rosewall beat Seixas and Richardson in doubles in Brookline. Earline Brown set American records in discus and shot put while Mac Fagas earned a spot on the U S Olympic team. Dick Esple notes Phil Tiexito of the Yankees shifting focus to broadcasting and TV.
The Pittsburgh Pirates swept the Cubs 3-0 and 2-1 to extend an eight game stretch and move into sixth place a 10 1/2 games behind the Giants. Bob Friend starred in the two wins allowing stable defense as Roberto Clemente and Dick Groat provided the key hits. KC signs hurler Robert J. Fucker, 19, from Johnstown Pa to farm club Evangeline League next season.
Baseball standings show Milwaukee leading the NL with Brooklyn second and Cincinnati 10-4 over Philadelphia in yesterday's results. Today's only NL game features Brooklyn at Milwaukee, with Pittsburgh at Milwaukee on tomorrow's card among others.
A disturbing incident follows a delayed umpires call when umpire Elias Lester describes being targeted after a game. A motorist backing from a parking lot allegedly fired four to six shots at him as he walked away, then sped off amid the street confrontation.
Local organizers announce equipment for 60 players and invite any boy not yet outfitted to report to Hatch School tomorrow at 9 oclock. Ken Harvey and Ben Calderone assist with the boys squad as preparations begin for the new season. Also note exhibition scores from yesterday with San Francisco defeating Washington 20 to 0 and Saturday results including Baltimore 37 Pittsburgh 16 Green Bay 17 New York 13 Chicago Cards 20 Detroit 17. St Louis crowned 1956 National Amateur Baseball Federation Junior Tournament winner after 9-1 victory over Cincinnati on Saturday.
MARC Sportsman's class modified stock cars return to Skyline Speedway Sugar Grove Pa for an eight event program at 8 40 p m Wednesday. Top drivers from the Mid west Association for Race Cars circuit including Ed Wise Dean Layfield Bob James Dave Shaw Don Bailey Gib Ort Art Andersohn and Cloyd Varine drive to showcase local and national stars in an effort to revive the area’s modified racing scene.
Erle George Seniber from Sharpsville Pennsylvania Tom Gervin of Cleveland C Curley Wilson from Painted Post New York Bruce Van Dyke of St Catherine s Ontario Canada Kenny Johnson of Jamestown and many others are listed in the community roster with varied hometowns and affiliations.
Bob Friend struck out five and yielded four hits for his 15th win in a 2-0 first game. He saved the second game with 11 innings of hitless relief as Ron Kline earned a 2-4 victory. Rocky Colavito drove in two runs with a two run double and hit his 16th homer with a man aboard in a 4-1 win over the Senators.
The State Game Commission warns hunters must own and wear a 1956 hunting license to hunt or transport in Pennsylvania starting September 1. The Department of Revenue reports 1056 licenses shipped to county treasurers and agents. For the October bow season only, archery applicants must hold a regular 1956 hunting license, with licenses distributed by Revenue in Harrisburg for a $2 fee.
Doctors report Babe Zaharias has lost some ground in her cancer fight but her husband George says they hope she will survive and come out of it okay. The physician notes she has been difficult to nourish yet is feeling better and cheerful with no pain reported.
Viewers can expect strong boxing action with undefeated 21 year old Rory Calhoun meeting Spider Webb in a 10 round middleweight clash broadcast on TV. Cisco Andrade faces Art Arsgon in a catchweight 10 round bout at Wrigley Field in Los Angeles. Former heavyweight champion Ezzard Charles meets Harry Matthews in a main event on Beatle Friday.
Hornell defeated Olean 4 to 2 and Wellsville shut out Corning 5 to 0. Corning led 7 to 0 in a separate tally, while Jamestown slipped 4 to 9 in another game.
Beavers show signs they need improvement ahead of the season as coach Tou Hina notes a poor display and the loss of fullback Dave Hillstrom for about five weeks due to a wrist injury during pre season. Inclement weather limited practice but Hana pressed on with information for the squad.
Dorrance travels to Shelby Ohio to study American Machine and Foundry automatic pinsetters. The three week course will enable service and minor adjustments on the new equipment, the first ever installed in Corry. While away Bob Marton will manage WEW, open bowling starts September and league play follows.
In Havana, Puppy Garcia outpointed Russ Tague in a tight 1281 to 1276 bout while Hayand outpointed Davenport as Tows secured a split decision.
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