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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1951
Page
9
Cleveland star Bob Feller tossed his third no-hitter, beating Detroit 2 1. The snub of Feller by Casey Stengel and selection of Joe DiMaggio triggers heated reaction from Hank Greenberg, Bob Lemon, and Cleveland fans. Greenberg defends Feller’s record as Team AL controversy swells.
Johnny Bulla, nicknamed Boo Boo and Fulla, heated golf fans with a volatile temper and bold statements. He sparked headlines at the British Open in Northern Ireland and later stayed mum after an 80 in Birmingham before firing a 70 the next day.
Cy Young, famed for three no hit games, ranks Bob Feller with all time greats. He recalls advising Feller to mix pitch types, noting the young star could win 20 games per season even in the 1890s if he smartened up.
A fragment notes Sage Cateette appearing in six of seven World Series games in 1947 and Ted Lindsay of the Red Wings winning the NHL scoring title with 78 points in 1950-51.
A veteran pitcher with 20 wins across 14 consecutive seasons, including 1897 to 1908, shows improved control over the years. Observers note that enhanced command indicates a high quality hurler advancing through his career.
Casey Stengel names the New York Yankees and White Sox stars for the 13th time All Star squad. DiMaggio and Minoso head rookies. Williams and Dom DiMaggio join starters with Berra Kell Kell and Hegan among picks. NL starters include Brooklyn’s Robinson and Campanella along with Musial Ashburn and Ennis.
In St Louis the season summary notes Red Schoendienst posted 43 doubles, the highest total in the National League for 1950. This reflects his standout hitting and contribution to the Cardinals’ offense during that year.
Washington notes the home baseball park seats 29,000 spectators as part of a capacity figure update.
Oscar Fraley reports at Oakmont Pennsylvania on Slammin Sam Snead firing 68s twice to reach the semi finals of the PGA Championship. Burke Jr. asks about Snead's swing as Snead explains a troublesome left wrist and a hand weakness but notes his left hand remains powerful.
Jackie Price headlines a high stakes game as the Hi Toms host Moors at Finch Field. The teams clash amid team woes for the Hi Toms following a rough stretch, while Price seeks to lift spirits and deliver a strong hitting display against Mooresville.
Ben Hogan reflects on career highlights including the 1949 North and South Open at Pinehurst his 56th tourney victory, the U S Open at Merion, and the Open at Oakland Hills with a 67 final round. He notes his status as the world’s top money winner since 1940 and a mixed Open showing in the recent event.
The Yankees surge narrows the American League lead as New York tops Boston 5 2 in a six hitter Ed LoPat’s. The White Sox split a doubleheader with a late home run by Orestes Minoso rescuing the first game before a 2 5 loss in the nightcap. Garver’s two timely hits stifle Chicago as the Yanks’ 43 24 mark edges Cleveland. Musial and Johnson spark another Cardinals win while Rose’s three run shot aids the Giants.
Today Concord plays Salisbury Landis faces Hickory HI TOMS meets Mooresville Statesville hosts Lexington Yesterday’s result Concord defeated HI TOMS 16 to 7 Only game scheduled.
St Louis manager Marty Marion moved to the active player list signaling an imminent return as regular shortstop. The Cardinals recalled pitcher John Crimian and outfielder Hal Rice from Rochester and Columbus and optioned Cloyd Boyer and Jayan Noy.
Former Cub hatcher Gabby Harnett runs a bowling center near Chicago, expanding his post baseball ventures. The piece notes his Chicago ties and new professional focus in bowling.
Burlington defeated Greensboro 7 to 5 while Reidsville topped Danville 6 to 3 and Durham beat Raleigh 5 to 4. Fayetteville outlasted Winston-Salem 5 to 4 in 10 innings. Cleveland’s Bob Feller remains the only active major league pitcher with 200 or more wins.
Beverly Hills star Herbie Flam, second-ranked U S player, meets Australian Frank Sedgman in a crucial Wimbledon quarterfinal. Flam, known for his decisive early rounds, is listed as an underdog against Sedgman, a longtime American nemesis in big matches.
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