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Newspaper
Grafton Sentinel
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1957
Page
5
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a bicycle ride and a leg fracture, with unclear names and circumstances. The text appears to describe an accident or mishap during cycling, but essential details and context are missing. No verifiable entities or events are present to anchor a fuller summary.
Fragmentary text references an August event and a city site associated with a museum exhibit. It mentions wall art and a possible track of words, suggesting an exhibition or display tied to local history, with unclear full details. further readable context would clarify involved people or institutions.
A fragmentary notice hints at merchants and dancers in a rare urban rite. Names, places, and dates are unreadable, but the brief describes a cultural event with unfamiliar participants and a ceremonial setting.
The New York Yankees beat the Chicago White Sox 4-2 to pull within half a game of the lead as they chase a ninth straight win. Johnny Bucks left after six with a 3-2 edge, Bob Grim held Chicago to one hit in three innings, and Yogi Berra, Andy Carey, and Bobby Richardson produced the decisive fourth inning.
Walter L. Johns surveys fan sentiment toward the New York Yankees noting strong on field progress toward the pennant while criticizing off field issues. He cites the Copa caper Kansas City dealings a brawl with the White Sox Billy Martin trade and league fines as signs the club’s image suffers despite its enduring dominance. The piece weighs whether a prouder, cleaner image can coexist with recent controversies.
Pittsburgh Pirates beat Cincinnati Redlegs 3-2 in 11 innings to extend their winning streak against Cincinnati to five. Dick Groat scored after returning from injury. Hank Foiles drove in the deciding run. Dee Fondy received medical updates after a pregame incident but faced uncertainty about return to play. The Pirates were set to meet Don Gross in Chicago.
GHS Coach Rana McKinney announces the summer playground league at Maple Avenue court with June schedules and daily 6 p.m. games. The list includes matches like June 24 Maple Ave versus Hospital and June 28 Hospital versus East End, followed by August dates and standings notes. The item also mentions headlining Boston’s Big Paddy in the Governor's Handicap at Suffolk Downs and a historical note about the 1903 World Series between the Boston Americans and Pittsburgh Nationals.
The Taylor County Pistol and Rifle Club approved leasing land on W. A. Ross property in Pruntytown for a rifle range. Grading will start soon. Members are urged to attend the club meeting on the third Thursday. Prospective affiliates may contact Progresso Tocady.
A big handicap golf tournament is planned at the Grafton Country Club tomorrow with tee off at 9 a.m. Matches will cover 18 holes and many club members are expected to participate.
Washington pitcher Chuck Stobbs snapped a one game skid with a 6-3 victory over Cleveland. He expressed relief recalling Don Larsen as teammates mobbed him after the win. The scene unfolded with the Senators celebrating at the ballpark.
Vitantes Rapp a 37 year old TWA maintenance inspector in New York held a poster for Foggy Furze Sugar Baby a champion Redington terrier that escaped during exercise after a flight from England. The dog valued at 5 000 dollars was found two and a half miles from Idlewild Airport and Rapp received a 500 dollar reward. The dog was en route to Houston Texas when found.
The Del Tigers sign Wells of Wheeling West Virginia to a Class B ham contract and infielder Dick McAuliffe of Hartford Connecticut to a Class D Pa contract. American League Mantle New York leads a list featuring Williams Boston Skowron New York and Cerv Kansas City with notable batting totals.
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