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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1964

Page

8

Baseball Scores and Standings From Across Leagues

National League standings show Philadelphia leading with 6 5 and Cincinnati at 6 550. Only Cincinnati beat Milwaukee 11 2 in Monday action. American League lists New York ahead at 6 36 with Baltimore and Chicago close. several games postponed by weather and a full slate upcoming tonight across leagues.

Associated Press Philadelphia San Francisco Cincinnati Pittsburgh Milwaukee St. Louis Chicago Los Angeles Houston New York Farrell Friend San Baltimore Boston Minnesota Detroit Cleveland Kansas City Washington Williams Morehead Segui Pappas Roberts Kant Herbert Horlen Alf Detroit Lolich Donovan Osteen

Bears Dedicate 1964 Season to Galimore and Farrington

The Chicago Bears, defending NFL champions, dedicate the 1964 season to teammates Willie Galimore and John Bo Farrington who were killed in a Sunday night car crash near camp. funeral plans involved Bears officials and Galimore's widow Audrey.

Charles Chamberlain Associated Press Rensselaer, Ind Chicago Bears Willie Galimore John Bo) Farrington George Halas St. Joseph's College Galimore Farrington Camp Bears Audrey Tallahassee Fla

Phillies Giants Open Three Game Showdown For First

The Phillies and Giants start a pivotal three game series in a race for NL lead. Billy O Dell faces Jim Bunning as New York paces and New Phil Jose Culp and Dennis Bennett join the mound plans in a clash expected to tilt the standings. Richie Allen leads the right handed hitters for Philadelphia.

Ralph Bernstein Associated Press Philadelphia Philadelphia Phillies San Francisco Giants Giants Phillies San Francisco Alvin Dark Billy O'Dell Gene Mauch Jim Bunning O'Dell Mauch Wes Covington Tony Gonzalez Clay Carymple Johm Herrnstein Juan Marichal Bob Hendley Ray Culp Dennis Bennett Bunning John Quinn Richie Allen

Reds manager Hutchinson hospitalized during pennant chase

Cincinnati Reds manager Fred Hutchinson entered Christ Hospital in Cincinnati for tests expected to last several days as the team opened a three game series with the Milwaukee Braves. The 44 year old former pitcher has battled cancer since last January and remains under medical care despite continuing duties with the club.

Dave O’hara Associated Press Milwaukee Cincinnati Fred Hutchinson Reds Dick Sisler Hutchinson Christ Hospital Milwaukee Braves Sisler Pittsburgh Tumor Institute Swedish Seattle Wash Hutch The Florida Pennan

Seven New Hall of Fame Members Enshrined in Cooperstown

The Hall of Fame welcomed seven new members during its 25th anniversary observance at Cooperstown, including Luke Appling and Heinie Manush. Ex-players Miller Huggins Tim Keefe and John Montgomery Ward were represented by families. An exhibition game at Doubleday Field pitted the Mets against the Senators, with Washington winning 6 4 as Commissioner Frick read a Johnson telegram praising baseball’s contributions.

Cooperstown N.Y Luke Appling Doubleday Field New York Mets Washington Senators Senators Mets Fore Frick Johnson Basebal Hall of Fame Hall of Fame Hall Appling Heinie Manush Burleigh Grimes Red Faber Miller Huggins Tim Keefe John Montgomery Ward Kansas City Athletics White Sox Baseball Writers Association Maush Faber Grimes Keefe Ward Huggins New York Yankees

Lynchburg Closes In On Barons in Southern League Race

Lynchburg White Sox won their sixth straight by beating Macon 7-2 as Birmingham’s lead shrank to two games after Columbus’ 5-3 win. Deacon Jones drove in four for Lynchburg, Dick Kenworthy hit his 21st homer, and Columbus turned four double plays to halt Birmingham.

Wonnie Birmingham Lynchburg Macon Knoxville Charlotte Chattanooga Columbus al Mt Asheville Ashevile Birmingham Lynsox Manly Johnston Deacon Jones Dick Kenworthy Santiago Rosario Baron Rich Barry Coumbus von Lemon

Major League Leaders Highlight Major Stat Leaders

The Associated Press lists leaders in batting runs and power. Notables include Mays and Williams pacing multiple categories, and Koufax and Marichal leading pitching with high win totals and strikeout marks across the leagues.

THE Associated Press Clemente Pittsburgh Williams Chicago Mays San Francisco Allen Philadelphia Boyer St. Louis Santo Pinson Cincinnati Willams Wills Los Angeles Brock Koufax Marichal Ats Drysdale

Birmingham Central Park tops Dothan 3 1 in Dixie Boys opener

Birmingham Central Park upset Dothan 3 to 1 in the opening round of the Dixie Boys State baseball tournament at Ensley Dixie Boys Park. West 78 defeated Southside 80, and Lipscomb beat Tri County in another game.

Birmingham Central Park Dothan Ensley Dixie Boys Park West Southside Lipscomb Tri-County

Yankees Rally Behind Terry to Stay Near Lead

Terry pitched his first shutout of the season as the Yankees defeated the Angels 3-0 to widen the American League lead to one game. Elston Howard and Roger Maris provided run support with Howard driving in Tresh and Pepitone, and Maris hitting his 15th homer. Cincinnati crushed Milwaukee 11-2 as Maloney earned his 10th win.

Ralph Terry New York Yankees Terry Ike Perry Mason Yankees Los Angeles Angels Cincinnati Milwaukee Angels Elston Howard Roger Maris Howard Tom Tresh Joe Pepitone Maris

Moulton Wins Big in Pony League Tourney Opener

Moulton defeated West Morgan 7 to 4 as Pettus earned the win and Fuller took the loss. Pettus drilled a homer, a double and a single to pace Moulton with Hill Long Sheats Hogan and Hand adding hits. Athens and Decatur battled to a 2 all tie after ten innings as Hayes fanned 18 for Decatur. The day’s schedule shows the two winners meeting and the loser facing Moulton.

Decatur Moulton West Morgan Athens Tommy Pettus Jackie Fuller Pettus Bobby Hill Jerry Long Ralph Sheats Larry Hogan Bobby Hand Marvin Ray Donnie Shelton Mike Hayes

Decatur Edges Anniston in Colt League Tourney

Decatur defeated Anniston 3-2 as Royer's 400 foot triple in the seventh drove in the go ahead run after Anniston led off with a score in the third. The game stayed tight until the decisive hit and Decatur advances to play tonight at 7:30.

Gadsden Ray Royer Decatur Anniston Royer Roger

Scroggins Ace Highlights Decatur Club Event

Frank Scroggins scored a hole in one on the 16th hole Sunday at the Decatur Country Club while playing with Harry Jonas Bill Green Bob Lee and Bob Evans. The Decatur National League all stars face Florence in a Little League district tournament at 4 30 pm tomorrow in Florence. The National all stars earned the right to represent the Decatur area by beating the American League 9 to 7 here. Tomorrow’s winners meet at 4 pm Thursday.

Frank Scroggins Decatur Country Club Harry Jonas Bill Green Bob Lee Bob Evans Decatur Florence National All-Stars

Williams To Undergo Surgery Today

Boston AP Ted Williams former Red Sox slugger will undergo surgery at New England Baptist Hospital to relieve nerve pressure from a ruptured disc. He has been hospitalized since July 12 and in traction much of the time. The spinal issue follows a storied career including a 1941 .406 season and a 1957 .388 comeback.

Boston Ted Williams New England Baptist Hospital Boston Red Sox Williams Hall of Fame Ted Red Sox Korea

Harge Signs One Year Deal With 76ers

Ira Harge the 6 foot 8 center from the University of New Mexico signed a one year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. He was a second round draft choice. The agreement was made Monday.

Philadelphia Ira Harge University of New Mexico Philadelphia 76Ers National Basketball Association

Ralston Seeks 1964 Davis Cup Shot After Grass Court Win

Dennis Ralston, 22, of California, opened the Eastern Grass Courts Championships with a 6-1 6-2 win over Trinity Tex. College and leads the field as top seed. He dismisses fears of the Australian Davis Cup team if they reach the 1964 Challenge Round in September. Other seeds, including Froehling Riessen Scott and McKinley’s absence, advance as the women’s top quartet receive byes to round two.

South Orange N.J Dennis Ralston Realston U.S Chuck McKinley McKinley Ralston Rutcheen McKinley Trinity Tex College Frank Froehling Coral Gables Fla Frank Lamothe New Orleans Eugene Scott St. James M.Y Bill Scarlett Ceidar

Americans Face Growing Menu of Ice Cream Flavors

A broad range of about 200 ice cream flavors exists for American consumers with new varieties being added annually. Local shops experiment with innovative twists while classic favorites remain popular across regions and seasons.

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