Yankees Win Narrow Shutout in Rain-Delayed Game
Whitey Ford pitched a two hitter for a second shutout as the New York Yankees beat Washington 1 to 0. Tom Tresh drove in the lone run in the fourth inning after Bobby Richardson walked and Hector Lopez singled. Mantle left with a muscle injury and Bennie Daniels departed with a stiff shoulder. Ford improved to 2-1 with eight strikeouts, while Daniels dropped to 2-1.
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Mann Leads Creed Invitational With One Under 71
Carol Mann of Towson Maryland shot a one under par 71 in the first round of the Clifford Ann Creed Invitational in Alexandria Louisiana. She holds a three stroke lead over Mickey Wright and eight others tied at 74 with Creed’s namesake Kathy Whitworth among the group.
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Patton and Morey Reach North and South Final
Patton 42 of Morganton NC and Morey 43 of High Point NC advanced from the North and South amateur golf semifinals in Pinehurst NC. Patton beat Wayne Jackson 4 and 3 after a strong tee to green week while Morey defeated Bob Allen 6 and 9 to earn a showdown for the title in a 36 hole final.
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Farrer Wins Trans Miss Consolation Matches in Phoenix
Decatur golfer Kathy Farrer defeated Carla Jean Glasgow in a 21 hole match at the Trans Mississippi Women Amateur in Phoenix Arizona. She then beat Sue Lance 4 and 3 to advance to the consolation championship finals.
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Battey Powers Twins Past Kansas City
Earl Battey hit a grand slam and a two run single to lift Minnesota 10 to 5 over Kansas City. Battey left after a foul tip to the mask as Minnesota built a 4 3 lead with his sixth inning blast while Colavito and others homered for the Royals.
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Butler’s Rebels Rally in Extra Innings To Beat Hartselle
In a well pitched Friday game at Hartselle the Rebels tied the Tigers 3-3 with a two run homer by Jimmy Wallace in the seventh. Wallace struck out 15 of 26 for the Rebels, while Russell Hampton fanned 11. Both teams had six hits.
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Phillies Top Spahn to Cinch 5-3 Win at Milwaukee
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated Warren Spahn and the Milwaukee Braves 5-3 Friday night for their 10th win in 12 games. Jim Bunning pitched eight strong innings before relief needed. Allen homered for Philadelphia and Bailey went deep for Milwaukee.
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Reds Rally Past Mets in seventh In Cincinnati
Gordy Coleman and Marty Keough hit home runs in the seventh inning to spark the Reds to a 4 to 3 win over the New York Mets. Keough connected after John Edwards singled, and Coleman belted a solo shot to pull within one as Cincinnati staged late scoring. Henry earned the win. Stallard took the loss.
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Frank Lane and Finley clash over Yankee Stadium porch
Frank Lane, longtime Yankee hater, backs Charles Finley in criticizing Yankee Stadium's 296 foot right field line. The former A's boss and Lane discuss home run porch impacts, noting the field favors sluggers and questions why 296 feet differs from other parks. Lane, 47, met Finley after returning from Mexico.
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Cards Take 3rd Straight Victory on Craig Win
Roger Craig earned his first win for St Louis with a seven hitter as the Cardinals beat Pittsburgh 6 2 for their third straight victory. St Louis scored four runs in the fourth inning aided by a double and five singles. Craig walked one and fanned six while not involved in the decision previously. Law started for Pittsburgh with Sisk and McFarlane behind.
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George Free Chicago Bears Veteran Linebacker
Chicago Bears veteran linebacker Bill George, who played the past NFL season without a contract, remained unsigned as free agency moved forward. The unresolved status of the defensive standout kept team options and fan expectations in check.
Bearstar’s 12 sea term ends midnight Thursday
The option term of the 12 sea son Bearstar expired at midnight Thursday, effectively leaving him without a football role.
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Gleason Leads Opening Round At Gadsden Invitational
Former two time champion Art Gleason of Selma shot a two under par 69 to lead the field in the Gadsden Country Club’s 39th Invitational. Thirty three golfers made the championship flight including Devatur’s Al Jones and Jimmy Wiley with 75s. the tournament ends Sunday.
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