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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1961
Page
7
The Cincinnati Reds arrive in Yankee Stadium as underdogs facing the mighty New York Yankees in the World Series. The piece weighs the NL’s balance with the Yanks’ dominance and recalls NL strength, past series upsets, and the Reds’ unlikely rise amid high expectations.
X rays show Pittsburgh Steelers guard Mike Lindusky had a severe ankle sprain rather than a fracture after Sundays defeat to the Los Angeles Mehawker. Mike Henry twisted during the game, according to CHIC YOUNG.
New York Yankees backed 12 5 favorites to beat the Cincinnati Reds in the Series opener at Yankee Stadium. Mantle may miss the first game due to hip surgery, with Lopez or Maris shifting positions as Whitey Ford faces Jim O'Toole. Weather rain risks could push the opener to Thursday with NBC coverage.
New York Yankees face the Cincinnati Reds in game one of the World Series with questions surrounding Mickey Mantle’s health. Mantle, pale and underweight after a minor hip operation, weighs options as manager Ralph Houk and Dr. Sydney Gaynor weigh prognosis. Mantle himself says he may not play if pain persists, while Roger Maris notes Mantle’s determination but acknowledges he cannot run yet.
In Bowl-Aire last night 18 games were recorded as three bowlers produced 600 sets, led by a Dutch triple. Mary Perkins had an 8 614 set with 292 and 213 games, while Pete Russell Jr and Larry Barr also posted strong tallies. Other top scorers included Dick Merkle 206, 206 and several 200s, with Paul’s Men’s Wear posting 1,011 in a game and Bowl-Aire totaling 2,857 pins.
Cleveland begins a new era as Mel McGaha takes over as manager at 35, youngest in major league history. He vows to win and lead with a tough, no excuse style while former coach Gimmie Dykes reflects on his firing and the team’s growing personality issues under General Manager Gabe Pall.
Iowa Hawkeyes remain No. 1 in the Associated Press college football poll after their 27 season opening win over California. Mississippi received 16 first place votes, Georgia Tech rose to third after beating Southern California, and Alabama Texas Michigan State Syracuse Ohio State and others followed in the top 10.
New York fans focus on the Yankees as they face the National League champion Reds in the best of seven. Odds favor the Yankees 24 to 1, while Reds manager Fred Hutchinson says his club will fight hard despite expectations of a quick defeat.
Roberto Clemente, 1961 National League batting champion, says he deserves a raise next season with the Pirates. He notes his arm is healthy after an off-season rest and credits manager Murtaugh and coaches for confidence. Clemente reflects on MVP snub and aims to prove himself again as an all-around player.
Gary Player remains the leading money winner with $60.40 in earnings for the year, despite no progress last week. The Professional Golfers Association figures place Arnold Palmer in second with $57,732, continuing his strong season.
In a high scoring Hillside Recreation League game at Loveland Field seventh and eighth graders saw the Beavers defeat the Cowboys 14-12. Key plays included a 61-yard pass run combo Brown to Eckstrom, and Brown with Amy converting after touchdowns. Downey and Bulard led Beavers defense while Shenefel and Dominessy starred for the Cowboys.
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