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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1958
Page
7
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Seven lettermen from a middling 1958 Corry Area High School track season form the nucleus for Beavery next year. Only two top seniors depart due to graduation, while five juniors and two sophomores move into senior and junior campaigns. Ken Downey tops the roster as leading CAMS s coach? snarer with 64% points, Sid Stewart second, Bob Nichols and Denny Hyer will miss certain events, and John Brundage, Tom Potocki, Ter ry Williams, Jan Van Dresar, Doug Stewart contribute notable marks from the past season.
Dave Mills, a Canadian-born standout from Cleveland, clocked 4.66 seconds to set a national high school record in the 40-yard dash at the Ohio championships in Columbus. He earned Class AA outstanding athlete honors for wins in the 100, 220, and 440 events, and will attend Purdue next fall aiming for the 1960 Olympics.
Local dentist Dr John Mohr shot an even par 72 at Corry Country Club after an eagle on number nine. Denison runner Walt Wolfe broke the 60 barrier with a 49.6 quarter mile for a 50.9 440 record, finishing second at a meet. Also noted: Cleveland New York doubleheader crowds, Pancho Vile linked to Ottawa Rough Riders, Allegheny football 1073 yards, and Erle DeDad ace at Erie Club.
Harrisburg reports the Pennsylvania Game Commission began its ninth student officer class with the first examination for 25 young men. Those who pass the strict tests and complete training will enroll on July 1 and graduate about April 1, 1959, joining the established game protectors managing the state's wildlife program.
Andy Carey and the Yankees blasted Boston as Carey collected five hits including two homers two doubles and two singles driving in four runs and scoring three in a 10-4 victory. Su Williams of the Dodgers blanked Chicago 1-0 in his first major league start. Saturday night boxing in Stuttgart featured Stefan Redi and Pessale in a German card.
Erie takes a 10-3 win over Corry in a rain-spattered game at Corny’s Loveland Pier. Cory’s pitching by Erle Vanssens faltered amid erratic defense as Nelson earned the victory for Erie. Terry Williams and Cory’s Meekins combined for three hits and two triples. An unassisted double play by Meeston frames highlighted Corry’s struggles. Next, Patsey Notte’s game at North East is postponed with opponent TBD.
Major League batting leaders include Nieman Baltimore 355 Fox Chicago 163 Ward Cleveland 340 and others. Pitching leaders feature Turley New York 6 1 889 Garver Kansas City 7 1 .875 with strikeout leaders Wynn Chicago 50 and Pierce Chicago 49. National League stars include Musial Mays Banks Cepeda and Walls with notable RBI, runs, and hits totals.
Sanders, a 24 year old Florida alumnus, scored a one stroke victory at the Western Open posting 68 in the final round after a year out due to injuries. He earned 9000 dollars for first while Finsterwald took 2500 in second. Ragan tied for seventh at 281 and Souchak shared third with 1600.
Bob Turley worked five hits allowed and 10 strikeouts in a 10-4 Yankees victory over Boston. He notched his eighth win in nine starts, with three Boston runs scoring on a rackie Jensen misplay. Kansas City defeated Cleveland 6-2 as Ray Herbert contributed a six-hitter. Billy Leese fined and suspended after incident with umpire, while Washington beat Baltimore 5-2. Chicago-Detroit game postponed due to rain after four innings.
Secretary Gerald Lane reminded that entries are open for all YMCA swimming events next Saturday at the YMCA pool. Competition includes Gray junior senior age groups and a social contest for beginners. boys events nearly full while high school girls have no entries. Preliminary eliminations at 1:30 p.m. with finals at 7 p.m. Entry blanks due by 10 p.m. at the Y or at Corry Area High School Wright School Concord School or The Journal.
Sports in Brief reports Elisian barred from competition by the U S Auto Club following a rare sanctioned incident tied to a deadly Indianapolis 500 Memorial Day crash. Hodge Brush, 30, of Greenwich, was fatally injured when his car went out of control in Bridgehampton. Bobby Morrow, Olympic sprint champion, ran 9.4 in the 100 and helped Abilene Christian win two relays at the California Relays. Third Brother beat Kaldensty in the Camden Handicap at Garden State Park with 819.60 odds.
Ren Boyer has erupted for the St Louis Cardinals, hitting two run homers and solidifying a hot stretch that includes a 12th inning game-winning shot. His surge lifts his batting average to 27 percent over two weeks, second in the team in RBIs with 23 and eight homers, as manager Fred Hutchinson and teammates praise his return to form after a rough previous season.
Chicago saw Stan Williams, recalled May 15 from St Paul, toss a two hit 1 0 victory over the Cubs. The 6 4 right hander retired 18 in a row from the third to the eighth, yielding only one first inning single and two walks. Wind aided his fastball as he fired 84 pitches for the nine inning win. Williams credited the wind and his fastball, saying he was not nervous until the eighth inning and relied on a double play in the eighth to end the threat.
Jimmy Hornsby, 38, of Los Angeles, outpointed Rudy Jordan, 136 percent, also Los Angeles, in a boxing match decided on points. The bout featured strong exchanges and ended with Hornsby securing a clear decision.
Today’s schedule lists Chicago at New York and other matchups. Yesterday's results include New York 10 Boston 5 and Baltimore 2 Washington 4. Additional games across leagues feature Cleveland, Detroit, Kansas City, Chicago, and San Francisco with various outcomes and rain delays noted.
City leagues and local teams prepare for tonight's games at Cory Area High School diamond. Corry Jamestown aims to beat Teague Wad and chase standings as VFW and Moose Chub contest second. Ajax seeks third win as Columbus Merchants ride three straight, while Si. Thomas debuts and Hi-M Club faces Richynski's Restaurant.
In Gatlinburg Tent Lopes from Sea Island Ga claimed the women's open with a 54 hole total of 2u2. Althea Gibson from New York defeated Mint Arnold from Redwood City California 11 1 6 0 in Surrey finals. Ola Sam Glommatya of Houston beat Bernard Bartzen of Dallas 2 6 6 4 0 7 7 3 in Tulsa invitational final.
Dodgers drop a shutout to Stan Williams as rookie arms pace a doubleheader. Alston's Dodgers fall 1 0 to Cardinals while Williams dominates as the Giants snap St. Louis and climb back into first place. Rain and wind hamper games with few runs scored and late resumption plans.
Akins of St Lena and Martinez of Paterson New Jersey will fight for the world welterweight title at the IL Todls Arena in Isemeh Petey. Akins, a heavy puncher, carries an 85 fight ledger 47 17 21, while Martinez stands 6 5 in his five starts. NBC TV will televise the bout with an NEG radio broadcast and local blackout in St Louis a 150 mile radius.
In Santa Barbara, Hosd, seemingly back from a back injury, regains form on the 446 tour and defeats Pancho Gonzales 3-5 to trim Gonzales' lead to four games.
City battle over Chavez Ravine stadium influence heats up as Dodgers backers press for city owned land while opponents push for a referendum after a 10 to 4 council vote. Donor and TV figures advocate a yes, with public sentiment split and proponent claims of proximity to freeways and City Hall.
Bobby Shuley a 12 year old Roselle native captured the Kentucky Open bluegrass skeet championship finishing 250 straight targets. He outshot adult competitors including top shooters as his father Al Shuley praised his son’s calm manner and strong performance.
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