Lou Kretlow First Big League Shutout Highlighting a Pitcher’s Early Career
Lou Kretlow pitched his first major league shutout in a game against Washington, adding to a storied career that included a 1948 trade to St Louis with $100,000 for Jerry Priddy and a 1946 signing bonus. The report ties his 61st shutout to manager Paul Richards and notes his impact on the White Sox, along with other league results featuring Dodgers, Giants, Indians, and Reds controversies.
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MUDY YORK DOTHAN ROSTER
Richard Parks York returns to the Browns as a top pitcher after a strong 1956 season. The California born right hander from Turlock weighs 185 and is twenty five, posting a 21707 ERA and 17 wins with 4 strikeouts while batting 335. He previously played in Modesto junior college and Northeastern League, plus a two year semi pro run with Fit River League. York has Navy service and loves hunting in his spare time.
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Headland Runners edge Browns to claim league lead
Headland wins 18 1 over Ozark in a forfeit after Browns left the field amid news of a tragedy back home. Enterprise ties Headland for third as Tallahassee dominates Panama City and other Alabama Florida League results noted.
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Dothan Golfers Enter Eufaula Tournament
Dothan golfers plan to enter a nine hole one day tournament at Eufaula Country Club tomorrow. The event starts at 9 am with play on the front nine. Participants include Seaborn Wood, C. J. Slokey Jr., Rut Crawford, Flowera Crawford, Ingraham Hanahan, Tack Srey, Graham Car, Shortsorthcutt and R. C.
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Jacksonville Gains On 3-0 Shutout Win
The Jacksonville Fars blanked Columbus 3 to 0 as Clyde Stevens pitched a two hitter with seven team hits backing him for his fifth win. The win trimmed Jacksonville’s deficit to under one percentage point behind Savannah, who were rainouts.
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Withdrawal Threatened Over Clifton Pitching Incident
The Alabama Florida League game at Headland sparked backlash after owner Charles C jhus death Sunday. Jack Clifton from Blakely Ga pitched for Dothan in a controversy filled matchup. owner Smith threatened to pull his team from the league if Clifton pitched again, citing player safety and urging no further incidents while expressing sympathy for Clifton. League president Halstead, Headland officials, and managers weighed rules and potential fines as discussions continued.
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Mrs Johnson urges Ottis would want Jack Clifton to play
Mrs Ottis Johnson spoke by phone from Evergreen urging forgiveness after an accident involving Dothan outfielder Ottis Johnson and pitcher Jack Clifton. She recalled Ottis saying he loved baseball and would want Clifton to continue playing despite the fatal injury and a later forfeit owed to Headland.
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Hedstrom Union Wheelers Cruise to 15-0 Win in Two Innings
Hedstrom Union Wheelers routed Trade School Students 15-0 in two innings at Baker Lot in City Softball League action. Eight first inning runs and seven more in the second, aided by eight walks by Trade School pitchers, propelled Munch to a one-hitter with seven runs run support. Wilson starred for Hedstrom, while McClenny threw a four-hitter for the Packers in the other game as Wreksburg won 4-1. League games listed Kimsey-Brannen, Cosey-Hodges, Wilton, and others.
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Vern Stephens Leads In All Star Voting
In Chicago AP dispatch Vern Stephens of the Boston Red Sox takes the lead for the American League third base slot in the 48th annual All-Star game. Latest tallies put him at about 47 votes, overtaking Detroit’s George Kell at Briggs Stadium in Detroit.
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Richards' Spell Stuns Barons In 5 2 Victory
Memphis pitcher Dick Richards dazzled Chicago nine as he struck out 17 Birmingham Barons in a 5 to 2 win. The Detroit native fanned all but two Barons, drove in two runs with a squeeze bunt and a single, and helped push Birmingham toward a season-high loss as Memphis stayed in the pennant chase.
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Poll shows Welton Fox leading in popularity with 39262 votes
The article notes Welton Fox of the Chicago White Sox as the top candidate with 39262 votes, followed by Jackie Robinson of the Brooklyn Dodgers with 11685 votes. The poll closes on June 29.
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St Louis Browns Sale Reported To Bill Veeck Group
Reports quote a pending sale of the St Louis Browns to a syndicate led by Bill Veeck. The DeWitts face league approval due to a 1948 loan and ownership stipulations, with one AL owner opposing the transfer.
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Veeck Sells Cleveland Interests During War Era
Fragmented OCR notes indicate a 1940s era discussion of Veeck selling Cleveland interests and mixed views on his promotional approach. The text references wartime radar networks and coastlines, noting Spot planes surveying beacons and storms within tens of miles.
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