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Newspaper
Greeley Daily Tribune
Location
Greeley, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1957
Page
7
La Salle rallied in the seventh and ninth innings to edge Cheyenne 7 to 6 in a game marked by walks, errors, and key hits. Mayer earned the win for La Salle with a strong relief effort as Cheyenne stranded runners and failed to convert late scoring chances.
Congress hearings into pro sports ventures heard a single witness, Representative Harris of Arkansas, address the antitrust inquiry as Baseball management awaited a decision. The hearing proceeded with limited testimony amid ongoing scrutiny of the baseball industry.
Dodgers top Reds 7 2 as 24 year old lefty starter McDevill earns another win in the Western invasion. Cincinnati’s lineup staggered by timely Dodger hitting and a late squeeze play. Pirates, Phillies, and Dodgers chase in tight NL standings with Milwaukee in front.
Pittsburgh Pirates overcome Milwaukee Braves 7 5 on a ninth inning rally sparked by Gene Freese double and single plays. Freese also hit two doubles, Gene Baker homered, Rob Purkey earned the win while Dave Jolly took the loss as the Pirates erased a 4 4 tie and moved within one game of first place. A mix of miscues and a fan interference play at the plate preceded a tense finish.
The baseball scene tests Wednesday with Commissioner Ford Frick and George M. Trautman set to testify after a rain delay. Witnesses including Rep. Dyrnes and Basl Kintner will follow, as lawmakers reexamine antitrust reach over sports contracts and the reserve clause amid broader inquiries.
The Associated Press reports Viitecsite results across the National League. Details on team performances, standings shifts, and key players are summarized from latest league games and box scores.
Rep. Keating of New York argues Congress should shield professional baseball from antitrust laws to prevent nationwide economic chaos in sports. Rep. Byrnes of Wisconsin backs exempting football from antitrust rules to protect player death claims and reserve clauses, as hearings loom on sports business regulation.
The Colorado GI Forum, an organization of war veterans of Mexican descent, opposed importing Japanese nationals for temporary labor. Louis Guerrero of Lamar, elected first vice president, said California farmers seek Japanese workers for deerest season, risking American jobs for Mexican descent workers. Another resolution praised Gov. McNichols, A. Sena Allott, and Carrell for aiding migrant workers.
Secretary of State Dulles urged a Washington court to turn Army Specialist Girard over to Japan for trial to avoid further injury to U S personnel in Japan. Dulles filed an affidavit noting public opinion in Japan has heightened due to publicity in the Girard case amid legal appeals for a writ of habeas corpus to prevent trial in a Japanese court.
The revived Denver Bears defeated the Wichita Braves 84 in Denver. John Gabler led with four runs in three innings before Wichita’s Carillon Willey took his second loss in 14 starts. Norm Siebern Jim Pisoni and John Blanchard provided Denver’s scoring support as Boy Hurtsfield homered for Wichita.
Traveling Dick Stuart returned to the Lincoln Chiefs in Pueblo and hit a bases loaded homer in the sixth, part of a 7-6 loss. Yopaka Hawks won their ninth straight, Amarillo beat Sioux City, Des Moines defeated Albuquerque, and Pueblo fell behind 6-1 before four seventh and two eighth inning runs. Ken Yoke earned his seventh win, Emil Syngel hit two homers for Des Moines. Colorado Springs rallied briefly but the Hawks replied with a three-run sixth.
Stanford Calif Wi John Brodie leading football passer last season failed to graduate with his class due to a perceived cheating penalty. Brodie appeals to the student council, claiming no cheating occurred, as he heads to Las Vegas with his bride Sar Blevins and plans to join the San Francisco 49ers this fall.
Actress Terry Moore filed for divorce from Eugene Charles McGrath, a wealthy Santa Monica real estate man. The complaint cites alleged cruelty, including illicit relations and extensive gambling, and notes the couple separated on June 5.
Fragmented standings show Pacific Coast League results with Astowped, Pendead, and Shreveport. International League games list Columbus, Buffalo, Oklahoma, Tulsa, and others. WREST sports reveal Tepeka, Colossal Savings, and Slave City outcomes. Lincoln FMWSLEE and other minor leagues note scores and claims.
West Denver defeated Greeley 8 to 1 in the Optimist League opener. Dutch Labato allowed one run and held Greeley to 10 hits while walking six and striking out four. Mike Orloro took the loss, giving up 10 hits in a complete game.
Washington D C recl amation Commissioner Wilbur A Dexheimer told a Senate subcommittee that the large new highway program will raise irrigation and hydroelectric project costs. He cited a 4 percent annual rise in construction costs and intensified competition for engineers, labor, materials, and equipment, noting the 1958 construction appropriation request of 160.8 million dollars is worth only 59.6 million in 1940 dollars.
The Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad asked the Interstate Commerce Commission to modify the 24 year old Central Pacific Y order. It requires Southern Pacific to police east and west traffic via Ogden Utah for Union Pacific. C R Aydelott, Rio Grande president, argued for equal opportunity for all carriers in the Central Northwest California traffic routed through Ogden.
Calcutta India reports six deaths from a flu outbreak that has raged for five weeks. The death rate is rising and total reported cases approach 200000 as the city fights the epidemic. Round table wins five races in a two year spell totaling 986 dollars with four at Kreng and in Kentucky.
Vince Martinez aims at the middleweight crown after a ten round decision over Kid Gavilan in Jersey City New Jersey. He plans an outdoor Newark August bout against Waterman or Dupos and pursues a title shot with Carmen Basilio in September. Basilio seeks a Robinson fight while Gavilan hints at retirement after another loss.
Kochman's Auto Daredevils star in Island Grove park show at 8 p m Wednesday sponsored by the Greeley Junior Chamber of Commerce. The 28 death defying events include the 100 ft Aerial Leap by Bill Reed who also manages the troupe and directs each stunt. Pat Jones, a known TV sportscaster, will ride beneath the leaping car.
New York reports Hilly Graham struggles to fund the Crusade with about 44 million dollars needed. Roughly 2 million for the crusade and 500 thousand for Saturday night broadcasts, while nightly take may cover less than a third of the total costs.
Jack Moore a 19 year old Oklahoma University sophomore led qualifying at the Trans Mississippi event after carding a 68 at Brookhaven Golf Club. The day featured turmoil as Amateu r Champion Harvis Ward of San Francisco withdrew amid USGA probation and questions over his eligibility.
Minnie Lee Ash Joy of Montgomery Alabama shot 82 Monday to win medalist honors at the Denver Women's Invitational Golf Tournament. Joan Franzel of Indianapolis placed second in qualifying at Green Gables with 83, with Sally Hardwick Longmont and Claudia Tera Pueblo among other Denver entrants.
Secretary Benson urged changes in farm legislation to grant farmers greater production and marketing freedom. He called for reduced government price supports and eventual elimination of production controls, arguing it would prevent oversupply and let markets set prices. He spoke to the National Association of Television and Radio Farm Directors and plans meetings with Congress and White House officials.
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