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Newspaper
Delaware County Daily Times
Location
Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1962
Page
9
The piece argues for faster games via MAC rule changes and a bold proposal replacing the three strikes four balls with two strikes and three balls. It cites crowds, classroom time, and twilight leagues, proposing two-strikes-and-out and three-balls-with-walk as a faster, decisive system. The author promotes trial in exhibitions and cites potential fan and player support.
Lamokin AC remained undefeated by defeating General Chemical 6 to 1 in the Delco Invitation Softball League American Division. Pitcher Lee Gargantes earned his seventh win with help from Don Miller who retired the sixth inning jam. Mike Rossi and Walt Butakis led the offense with a two run triple and strong early at bat.
Marple Junior Football League in the Bert Bell Conference will register players this Saturday from 10 to 12 at Charles Russell School on South Spraul Road. Parents must be Marple Township taxpayers. 81-pound players must be under 13 before Jan 1, 1962 and 110-pound players under 14. contact registration chairman Jim Russell at EL 6-647 for information.
Boxing results list several bouts: James Flis defeated Rudolph Bent in Louisville, Perfecto Garcia stopped Grady McLendon in Miami, Joey Durelle edged Clament Sarrazin in Moncton, Traimondo Nobile outpointed Jean Rosien in Bologna, Katsuro Stizaki stopped Lea Mspinesa in Tokyo.
Gamble struck out nine, walked three and allowed four hits as Lloyd AC defeated Hanley 7-0 at Crozer Park. Local 2323 beat Baxter Post 3-2 for its second straight win. Rick Gamble went 2 for 2 with two RBIs, and Ed Stafford added a triple with two RBIs helping Lloyd AC. In other action, Tinicum VFW led by strong pitching and timely hits to secure a win in the Delco League.
Honold edged veterans for a narrow first round lead at the Upper Montclair Classic where 49 players outpaced Arnold Palmer. Ken Brewer and Crystal River pro joined the chase as 7,055 yard course tested greens. event favorite Palmer lingers for Sunday’s final prize.
German booters compete in a crowded card with players like Butch Johns edging to a win and Gene Luther defending U S Open form at Oakmont. Several clubs and league matches feature Norwood VFW, Norwood Diner, and Otner early rounds with mixed results.
Tickets for Monday's Philadelphia City Schoolboy Baseball Championship go on sale at St James Catholic High School. St James faces the Public High League winner under lights at Connie Mack Stadium at 7 30 with prices 50 cents for students and 1 for adults. The Bulldogs clinched their Catholic League crown with a 54 victory over St Joseph's.
St Faith No 1 topped its brother team St Waith No 1 for the championship at Ridley Bowl. Allan Dunn led the winners with a 503 series in the rolloff, 172 139 201, and organizers seek bowlers for next season inviting Stanley Savitski at TR 29201.
Testoni earned his fourth win in as many starts as he pitched St. Joseph's to a 10-6 victory over Holy Saviour in a Delco Holy Name Softball League game. Losing pitcher Jesse Rendar fell to 2-2. Joes offense was led by Ted Gill with three hits while Mose Coyle and Steve Pachula added two apiece.
Eighteen people completed the advanced piloting course offered by the U.S.C.G. Auxiliary Flotilla 47 at Marple Newtown High School. Lt. Cdr. E. D. Cassidy spoke on safe boating practices and public education needs. Community members attended the sessions and plans for National Safe Boating Week were announced.
George Hamby pitched a no hitter for Brookhaven Lions in a 41 win over Briggs in the Chester Suburban Teener League. He fanned 13 and walked none, with Dave Tindall leading the offense with two doubles while Willam French allowed five hits in defeat for Briggs. Other listed players and scattered text indicate league play and additional score notes from nearby games.
Ridley Park Intermediates overcame Briarcliff 6 2 as four sixth inning runs decided the game. Jim Bogash took the loss after seven hits allowed while Parkers pitchers limited Briarcliff to three hits. Jerry Lauer contributed solid defense at shortstop for Ridley Park.
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