Standings tighten as Red Sox eye Indians and Yankees
In a busy three day slate the Boston Red Sox battle the Cleveland Indians while the Chicago White Sox host the New York Yankees. Cleveland aims to cement a strong second place tying up with Boston, and manager Al Lopes restakes to sweep with Bob Feller Lemon and Barry Wynn on the mound. White Sox slump hopes to end with a win over New York as each side seeks momentum ahead of Thursday’s schedule.
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Presbyterians defeat C and M A in softball doubleheader
In the first game the Presbyterian nine beat the Christian and Missionary Alliance 12 to 7. Bob Bracken pitched for Presbyterian, shutting down the C M A offense while Harry Hotchkiss allowed several runs as Presbyterian tallied in every inning. The nightcap ended in a 15 to 5 darkness-shortened loss for St Elizabeth’s and Evangelical United Brethren.
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Lowly Browns Rally to Upset Red Sox in Tight AL Race
In a pivotal three game tilt, the Boston Red Sox fell 9-1 to the St. Louis Browns as Chicago and New York press the White Sox for second. New York edged Detroit 6-0, while Cleveland crushed Washington 8-2 to pull within two and a half games. Boston’s fall tightens a crowded AL standings race with several teams within reach.
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Bodies sought after fishing boat capsizes on river
July 17. State Police and firemen drag the Allegheny River near Templeton for two Pittsburgh fishermen missing since Sunday after their boat capsized and sank. Emil Yentisch, 35, and Carl A Bevelacqua, 16, were aboard when the vessel took on water and appeared to capsize. Bevelacqua’s wal jet was recovered from the boat.
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Cory Jamestown tops Moose 5-0 to stay in first
Cory Jamestown 5 Moose 0 in Little League action as John Middleton pitched five hit ball with 11 strikeouts to blank the Moose. Tom Linski collected three singles to lead hitters, while two errors and a walk aided two first-inning runs. The win tightens Jamestown’s hold atop the standings as Vets face the Elks next.
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Little Leaguers To Play At Oil City
Vern Group and Sam Baressi co managers of Corry's Little League team met in Oil City to plan playoffs toward the state championship. Oil City won the coin toss and will host the game Saturday at 6 30 p m. No admission but a hat will be passed. Group and Baressi run practice sessions at Loveland Field after league games.
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Giants Rally Behind Weshrum in 7-6 Victory Over Pirates
Weshrum slugged two homers including a go ahead shot in the eighth to lift the Giants past the Pirates 7-6. Erskine worked seven perfect innings as the Dodgers toppled Cincinnati 11-2, with Hiuszewski singling to start the eighth.
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Charles Poised as 1-4 Favorite to Retain Crown
Pittsburgh July 17 Jersey Joe Walcott, 27, seeks a fifth title try against Ed ward Charles at Forbes Field. Walcott believes he was robbed in two prior bouts and vows to win tonight. Charles is a clear favorite with little betting, while Louis will be ringside as winner fights next. Gate totals and TV rights push potential earnings to around 280000 dollars. Walcott and Charles split 20 and 40 percent respectively after tax amid high anticipation.
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Batavia tops Oilers in Pony League doubleheader
Batavia forces two Pony League games against Olean Oilers win 4-3 in the nightcap after an 86-? victory in the opener. Batavia's defense yields three unearned runs while Charlie Harmon and Paul Jones homer for Olean in the nightcap. Wellsville Rockets defeat Jamestown 9-4 as rain halts a later game. Clippers, Ting, and Hornell figures noted. Montreal beats Buffalo 14-4 in International League with other results cited.
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Unclear Events From A Fragmented Sports Item
A garbled report notes a player chase involving home runs and RBIs, with references to wattage like 1950 and names such as Wingy Prades. The text lacks clear dates, teams, or a coherent game outcome, leaving only partial mentions of players and runs.
Major league baseball results and schedule excerpt
Yesterday in the American League New York and Detroit tied eight eight Boston beat Chicago nine six Philadelphia beat Chicago nine six Cleveland beat Washington two New York at Chicago tonight Washington at St Louis Philadelphia at Detroit Boston at Cleveland. In the National League Brooklyn beat Pittsburgh six New York beat? Cincinnati two Boston nine Philadelphia five St Louis two Games behind leader and tonight St Louis at Boston Pittsburgh at Brooklyn Chicago at New York Cincinnati at Philadelphia.
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Playground Activities Results and Tomorrow's Games
Yesterday the junior softball Bulldogs lost to Beavers and Terriers 9 to 1 while Tigers blanked. Pee wee softball saw Cards defeat Phillies 4 to 2. Tomorrow's schedule features Midget baseball Athletics versus Tigers, Junior softball Bulldogs versus Terriers and Beavers versus Lions, and Pee wee softball Phillies versus Dodgers. The Fourth Ward playground hosted molding francouisines with plaster of Paris, volleyball and basketball throw events. Diamond is the hardest mined mineral.
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Newark boxer Ralph Giorfiono stops Jackie Weber in 1987 bout
Newark contender Ralph Giorfiono, 139, defeats Jackie Weber in a 1987 bout at Pawtucket Rhode Island showing strong points for the home crowd.
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Sailors Upset By New Castle In Tight Standings
The New Castle Indians toppled the Erie Sailors 9 to 3, seizing third place by a half game as catcher Bernie Sitanto drove in three runs. Niagara pulled ahead with a four run sixth inning to beat Lockport 4 to 0, keeping pace in the league.
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Unclear text fragment with mixed sports game notes
Fragmentary report mentions teams and players with inconsistent names and scores. Appears to describe a baseball or multi-sport scene with late innings, pitchers, and a New Orleans reference, but most names and details are garbled and not recoverable.
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