Grissom Foresees Braves Winning NL Pitching Edge Noted
Veteran reliever Marv Grissom assessed the National League race from San Francisco, saying most clubs are evenly matched in hitting but Milwaukee holds a pitching edge. He cited rookies boosting teams, highlighted Giants stars like Cepeda Davenport and McCormick, and praised St Louis as a strong contender while predicting a pennant fight this year.
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Orlando Cepeda
Jim Davenport
Felix Alou
Willie Kirkland
Leon Wagner
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Dockery Wins Upset With Suspended Match at St Nicholas Arena
New York report: Dockery, weighing 164 pounds, won a split decision over Willie of Brooklyn who fought as a 31 underdog to beat George Benton of Philadelphia. Benton sustained cuts on both cheeks, bleeding from head and mouth, with Benton’s eye nearly closed. Ringside physician Dr. Alexander Schiff ordered a 30 day suspension for proper healing.
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George Benton
Philadelphia
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Alexander Schiff
Ex-Giant Tops PCL Bat Race at .422
San Francisco report says Andre Rodgers, ex-Giant, leads the Pacific Coast League batting race with a .422 average after a strong week including six homers. Carlos Bernier slides to third as Lark Averill tops San Diego with a .350 average and 104 hits. Dick Stuart led home runs with 31 before being recalled by Pittsburgh, leaving Rodgers and Averill tied on 43 RBIs. Dust Rhodes of Phoenix drives in 72 to challenge for the RBI crown.
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Palica and Greene Lead PCL Pitching Honors
Erv Palica of Vancouver improved to 19-3 to pace the Pacific Coast League in victories. Carl Greene of Sacramento posted a 2.50 ERA to shine as a top hurler. Marshall Bridges of Seattle notched 6-7 with 99 strikeouts, while Dom Zanni of Phoenix walked 60 to lead in passes. Fricano of Phoenix and Joe Stanka of Sacramento were among the losers.
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Giants Pace Tight Coast League Race
The Phoenix Giants lead the Pacific Coast League pennant chase as Spokane, Portland, and San Diego battle for position. Rademacher reports improved form after a Patterson loss and eyes a July 25 bout at the Olympic Auditorium while coast rivals vie for late-season advantage.
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Lotz Brothers Trail in NorCal Junior Golf
Sixteen year old Clit Davis of Menlo Park led with 89 in the first round of a San Jose Country Club junior golf championship. Defending champion John Lotz of San Lorenzo placed third as Wayne Guisti and Steve Opperman joined the lead group. The event moves to Almaden tomorrow for final rounds on the greens with the field narrowing to finish.
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John Lotz
Jim Sulivan
Wally Quinn
Rademacher Seeks Tough Bout After Patterson Loss
Rademacher said he is five times the fighter he was when he lost to Floyd Patterson last August. Foley cited a target weight around 195 pounds and expected a hard fight but voiced confidence in victory.
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Hayward All-Stars Named for Babe Ruth Tourney
Hayward Area Babe Ruth leagues announce two divisions with seven squads each for Bay Area All-Star playoffs. East Bay Lumber leads American League with four berths. Mobilgas places five NL selections. Playoffs set at Hayward Airport and San Lorenzo High with managers listed for AL and NL teams.
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Leandro Softball Playoffs Tip Off Tonight
San Leandro A League opens its first round tonight at 7:50 at Tatasher Park with Eddie's and Lenny's in a three way race including Aladdin. An upset last night left the league leaders challenged as Village Bowl and San Leandro City Employees played extra innings. Fred Schott and Pete DelFeed had two hits each for their teams.
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Poor '58 Showing Dims U S Sports Prestige Abroad
U S sports prestige wanes as results abroad grow weaker. At Wimbledon, Althea Gibson retained singles and doubles titles, yet the American contingent posted a poor showing overall. Davis Cup and Wightman Cup disappointments follow recent golf and rowing losses, with hope placed in future track and field meets in Moscow.
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Nerac Scores Second Win at Pleasanton
In Pleasanton Nerac earned its second victory in a day as detailed by the racing card. The meet featured multiple races with purses ranging from 500 to 1200 and included notable entries such as Betty Reeg, Spencer Tass, and Direct, with time marks and performances across a full card.
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Palo Altoan 2 Strokes Back In Publin
Chicago reports the 33rd annual Man On the Streets meet as four of six peer-breakers shot under 25 in round one at Silver Lake. Defending champ Don Essig and rivals Schmidt Durdle led with 71s, while Mussallo and Towry posted 76s and 77s respectively as others struggled to break par on the 856 yard course. Dayton, Indianapolis, and Detroit players were among early leaders with varying rounds.
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Russia Dominates World Gymnastics in Melbourne
Moscow reporters note a Soviet sweep in gymnastics at the 1956 Melbourne Games, contributing to an unofficial team title and prompting gymnastic events to be added to curricula worldwide. The piece highlights Russia leading the world gymnastics scene and the Soviet triumphs shaping international sport.
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Snead Golf School Teaches Left Arm Swing Control
Sam Snead promotes a left arm centered swing with drills to prevent right arm takeover. Practice with only the left hand to gain distance and accuracy, then adjust grip and stance. Request pamphlet The Grip and The Stance by sending a stamped envelope to Sam Snead at The Daily Review.
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Writers Rule on Baseball Streaks in Stated Changes
The Baseball Writers Association of America adopts three rules to clarify future records on playing and batting streaks. The changes, approved 26 to 8 at their mid summer meeting in Baltimore near the major league All-Star game, adjust when a streak is credited for appearances and batting actions and specify exceptions for umpire ejects and certain baserunners.
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