Dodgers Seize Lead as Pennant Chase Tightens
Walter Alston praised the Dodgers after a 2% game surge in the NL with six left, then a 24 victory over St Louis tightened their magic number to three. Don Drysdale earned his 13th win against 16 losses, Ron Fairly homered, and Hank Aaron while Willie Mays drove in four for the Giants as the pennant race stayed hot.
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Pirates cling to hope as Stargell injury tests lineup
In Philadelphia, Pittsburgh faces a must win doubleheader to stay in the NL race behind the Dodgers. Stargell’s knee injury, Veale and Law slated to start, Mota and Alou supporting offense as Manny Mauch’s Phillies try to dent the Pirates’ run.
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Charley Johnson Shines At Municipal Stadium In Browns Victory
Charley Johnson led the St. Louis Cardinals to a 34-28 win over the Cleveland Browns at Municipal Stadium. Johnson threw three touchdown passes, completed 11 of 20 for 218 yards, earning AP Offensive Player of the Week honors. Alvin Haymond of the Colts was named Defensive Player of the Week after strong play against the 49ers. In Canada, Peter Kempf kicked a nine-yard field goal late as the Montreal Alouettes beat British Columbia 25-23.
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Major League Baseball Standings and Results Snapshot
American League standings show Baltimore leading with 96 wins, Detroit 87, Minnesota 86, Chicago 81, Cleveland 79, California 78, Kansas City 71, Washington 71, Boston 72, New York 68. Results include Minnesota 5 Cleveland 1. California 6 Detroit 2. New York at Washington rained out. Kansas City at Baltimore rained out.
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High School Gridder Dies
New York AP reports a Burlington High School freshman William Fall aged 14 died after collapsing during punting practice and surgery. The death brings the year’s football-player fatalities to five on practice fields.
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Good Season For This Gang
These Little Leaguers enjoyed a Mead Park picnic that marked the first annual event. Ten boys pictured received trophies for joining the All Star squad, with four players not aboard. Cochairs were Mrs. Frank Frisina and Mrs. Morton Gross.
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Distaff bowling highlights as four leagues bowl over 500
Four women’s leagues featured high scores last night led by Mary Savko with a 211 game and 519 series in Bowl-Aire Ladies B, Ann-Gluyna posting 178-199-527 in Ava lon Ladies B, plus strong showings from Bess Lilley and Sue Griswold among others. In Avalon action Leed's clings to top with a 13 42% record while Ladies Recreation sees eet Distributors undefeated 12-0. VFW Ladies B led by Lyle's Builders at 124 slate. In Bowl-Aire Ladies B Raymond's group leads with a 124 leg today. Last night’s men’s Industrial League saw Stahl Jewelers atop with a 142 leg, with five shooters over 200 including Perkins 231 and Trisket 209.
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Notre Dame Soph Jim Seymour Named Lineman of the Week
Notre Dame sophomore end Jim Seymour of Berkley Michigan was named the AP Lineman of the Week after his standout debut against Purdue. He scored three touchdowns including an 84 yard catch and totaled 276 receiving yards on 13 receptions, powering a 26 14 Irish victory.
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Bellino Returns for Patriots Pro Shot After Setback
Bellino, once Navy star and Heisman winner, looked to rejoin the Boston Patriots of the AFL to replace injured Billy Johnson. AFL waivers were requested on Johnson, a rookie from Nebraska, as Bellino joined tryouts amid a busy roster shuffle.
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Knights Aim For Third Straight Over Corry
Franklin’s 8-1 Knights host Corry as they chase a third straight win and extend a series edge in the Section Two rivalry. Corry trails 12-10-2 all time, with recent meetings swinging in Franklin’s favor at Miller-Sibley Field and Sheen Field.
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Penn State Club Healthy Again for Army Game
Penn State quarterback Jack White and lineman Frank Spaziani, hurt in last week’s 28 42 loss to Michigan State, are back in action. Coach Joe Paterno says both will be ready for Saturday’s game against Army and that the team enters the contest in strong physical condition. The coach spoke after Tuesday’s practice amid the recovery from the tough defeat. Williams to Red Sox confirmed by Boston Globe. Dick Williams expected to become Boston’s next manager, succeeding Billy Herman.
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