Reds Meet Yankees in 1961 World Series clash
The Reds clinched their first NL pennant in 21 years after beating the Cubs and Dodgers split a doubleheader to stay in the race. Cincinnati ace Jim Brosnan earned the clincher with a one hit relief appearance as Jerry Lynch delivered a go ahead two run homer. The Dodgers later won the opener behind Stan Williams while Milwaukee defeated St Louis, boosting the Reds to face the New York Yankees in the Fall Classic.
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Gene Freese
Ernie Banks
Eddie Kasko
Anderson
Altman
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Frank Robinson
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Maris Aims For 61st Home Run In Final Series
Maris, seeking the record for most home runs in a season, homered to power the Yankees over Baltimore and faces Steve Barber today in a push toward Babe Ruth's 1927 total. The pennant chase continues with a three-game set against Boston to close the 162-game schedule.
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Maris Extends Quest After Tying Ruth In 60th Home Run
Roger Maris tied Babe Ruth by hitting his 60th homer of the season off Jack Fosher of Baltimore. He said he hoped to add one more before the season ends. He spoke briefly with Mrs. Ruth, Babe Ruth's widow, and admitted relief at tying the record, preferring not to break Ruth's mark in 154 games.
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Jack Fosher
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Bowling Stars Shine in Local Leagues
Piel and Larry Barr top the weekend bowling with two double centuries in the Tndustesal League as Barr fires 204 and 203 and Merkle 213 while Russell 204 Rhahdes 208. In Avalon Ladies League Edith Fox leads with 175 while Hull 179 Wirkwie 178 and Fox 7 follow. Bow-Aire Ladies B League sees Barbara Gibus convert a 27-10 split.
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Pete Russell
Jim Rhahdes
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Clara Hull
Barb Wirkwie
Edith Fox
Bow-Aire
Barbara Gibus
Gridder Dies After Workout
PHILADELPHIA AP reports John Sherer a 20 year old former Lincoln High School all state football star collapsed and died after a workout at a recreation center. He played for the University of Miami freshman squad in 1959 and signed with the New York Titans of the AFL.
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Roger Can Have HR Ball No. 59
Baltimore resident Bob Reitz agreed to accept $500 for No 69 from the Sports Boosters and donate the money to Associated Catholic Charities in Baltimore. The payoff followed Roger Maris homering to No 69 for the season at Yankee Stadium, leaving No 58 and No 59 as sentimental keepsakes for the Yankee outfielder despite the deal.
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Associated Catholic Charities
No Alibis For Dodgers Says LA Skipper
Los Angeles Dodgers manager Walt Alston offered no alibis after his team was eliminated from the National League pennant chase by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second game of a twi-night doubleheader. He credited Cincinnati with winning in a rough league and noted the Dodgers had injuries during the season. The Dodgers won the first game 5-3, but Cincinnati’s guidance in the pennant race loomed large. Bob Aspromonte had a sixth inning single for the Dodgers’ only licks against southpaw Joe Gibbon.
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Joe Gibbon
Baseball pennant clinched as teams clash across leagues
Fragmented sports brief shows New York and Baltimore results with standings and pennant clinch. Mentions Kansas City Washington Los Angeles Cleveland Minnesota and Detroit with scattered scores. Scheduling hints include Baltimore at New York Chicvell at Borton Cleveland at Minnesota and Detroit at Kansas City.
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Beavers Ready for Franklin Clash in Week Prep
Beavers coach Lou Hannula and staff drill the squad at Hust Pleasant Street field as they prepare for Franklin. Clymer Pirates used five-man contact work this week and line up for the opener, with key players like tackle Bil Gwar back to fitness. Franklin, led by Jim Mel Culloteh, seeks a third straight Section Two Line win after beating Corry 85 to 7 and 6 to 6 in earlier games.
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Bears and Beavers Tie In Rec Football Thriller
In a Loveland Field showdown the Bears and Beavers battled to a 7-7 draw after a scoreless first half. Gary Blynt threaded a 20 yard TD pass to Dexter Sudbury for the Bears, with Grew Houks converting the extra point. Terry Syruvert capped a late drive with a one yard plunge and PAT to equalize.
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Big League Stars Shine In Doubleheader Sweep
In a doubleheader, Roger Murik of the Yankees hit a third inning homer as New York defeated Baltimore 8-2, matching Babe Ruth with a single season total. Joe Gibbon pitched a one hitter for the Pirates in the nightcap, beating the Dodgers and clinching the Reds first National League pennant in 21 years.
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Picks Put To Lose Staters To Beat Miami
New York AP notes college football picks this weekend feature a tough slate with late-season expectations. It lists predicted winners such as Notre Dame over Oklahoma Mississippi over Kentucky Texas over Texas Tech Alabama over Tulane and Penn State over Miami among others, reflecting strong voter confidence and shifting narratives.
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Minor League Playoff Results from Sacramento Series
In Sacramento California Joey Lopes of Wits Sacramento defeated Ciscn Andrade of Los Angeles with a 138 to 10 score as the Bulls moved to a 3-0 best-of-seven series lead in the Junior World Series.
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