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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1963
Page
6
Giles seeks an end to balk calls in the National League by pressing for a rule change. A conference May 7 with Commissioner Ford Frick and AL President Joe Cronin will discuss stronger enforcement and possible methods to protect baserunners.
In Sao Paulo Cuba trounced the U S 13-1 in the opener and 3-1 in the nightcap as Modesto Verdura dominated the mound. Roy Sari won the 400 meter freestyle and the U S swept golds in women's team foil and rapid fire pistol to extend its medal lead at the Pan American Games.
In spring talks at Orlando Field, Bob Allison embraces duty behind Harmon Killebrew as the Twins recall his consistent power. Allison notes 103 career homers in four years and over 100 RBIs in each of the last two seasons, while manager Sam Mele emphasizes his reliability and pace. The piece recalls his 1955 signing arc from the Washington Senators era and the bargain $4,000 price tag amid early bonus-rule constraints.
The NCAA placed Hardin-Simmons University on two-year probation for inviting 32 prospective football players to drills. Omaha was put on probation indefinitely for knowingly playing in the All-Sports Bowl on December 8, 1962 before certification. The Hardin-Simmons action affects only football. Omaha probation covers all NCAA championship and invitational events.
Auburn's Tigers beat defending SEC champion Florida 7-5 in Auburn to move one game ahead in the Eastern division race. Auburn stands 11-2 in conference. Florida 11-4. Joe Overton pitched in the ninth to quell a Florida rally, striking out two and forcing a groundout with one on.
Ole Miss, leading the SEC western division, bolted to a 7 run first inning and defeated Alabama 11-5 in Oxford. Tommy Keyes and Donnie Kessinger drove in four runs while Buddy French led Alabama with two hits and two RBIs. Mississippi improved to 10-3 in the conference. Alabama fell to 7-8.
American League matchups list Belinsky McNally Herbert Conley Kant or Stigman Regan Pfister Cheney Donovan Terry In National League Hook Francis Lopez or Culp Jackson Shaw Sanford O Toole Johnson Washburn Sherry Houston Dodgers Braves Reds Mets pirates Cubs Giants.
Morgan County High School's nine improved to 6-1 after a 10-2 victory over Huntsville. Roger Carnell homered, tripled, and singled in four at bats, while Ryker collected four singles. Hartselle hosts West Morgan on Monday.
Philadelphia Phillies beat the Chicago Cubs 5 to 2 as Tom Mahaffey allowed three hits and struck out 11 for his second win in four decisions. Don Hoak and Clay Dalrymple provided the clinching offense with a late double and single, while Covington and Callison homered for Philadelphia.
Personal seeds and garden items listed by Paul C. Davis and Henry Wade. Ads seek yard signs and ornamental posts. Includes paperbacks from Ira’s Gift Shop, Electrolux sales, piano rentals from Traylor Music Co, and a Chihuahua lost and reward notice with contact numbers.
Bruce Crampton of Australia bogeyed 12 and scored an 8 on 17 as a late burst left six players tied for first after the Texas Open second round. Crampton led at 136 with Tommy Aaron Bob Charles Frank Beard Don January and Jack Fleck also at 136. Arnold Palmer shot 68 to reach 139.
In Washington the A’s edged the Senators 12-10 after 13 innings. George Alusik delivered a two run single in the 13th to seal the win as Bobby DelGreco homered in the ninth to swing momentum. Eight errors were committed, four by each side, in a four hour and 15 minute marathon.
Boston Celtics celebrate a historic fifth straight NBA playoff title with a 112 109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Bob Cousy receives a coffee table carved with a basketball court outline and signed by teammates and the Celtics' official family.
Classified notice seeking high school education applicants with clerical and typing abilities. Respond in own handwriting to Secretary at P. O. Box 2532 Birmingham Alabama.
ABC Fence announces a new branch office opening soon offering residential and commercial fencing options. The ad touts no down payment and low monthly payments for purchases.
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