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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1961
Page
7
Hank Hollingworth is on vacation and a series of guest columnists will write Moviy the Rout-By until his planned retirement next week. The change brings fresh voices to the executive sports desk as readers await Hollingworth’s return.
A columnist blasts the NCAA for banning post season all star games including the Shrine grid classic. He argues the Shrine game raises funds for Shriners Crippled Children's Hospital and benefits hundreds of crippled children, urging CIF and NCAA to sanction or monitor such events to keep them honest.
Eddie Waymire led Nitehawks with three hits and two runs batted in as Jack Rainall slammed the Merchants with a three hit shutout effort. Rainall reported a sore arm but kept Huntington Park scoreless on Park Avenue Field.
In Huntington Park the Nitehawks tallied all runs in the third inning as Red Meaie and Clint Herron drew walks. Waymire and LarrySilvas delivered key hits with two outs. Randall may start again tonight if his arm isn’t right as the Hawks face the Fullerton Chiefs at Amerige Park in Fullerton.
Dodgers win 5-2 after Duke Snider bunt miscue leads to a third inning insurance run. Willie Davis adds a 12th homer, Norm Sarker starts the rally with a single, and Roy Pace allows two runs in relief. Portrayed as momentum and luck, the Dodgers ride a string of nine straight wins on the road and sit atop the series as Koufax and Drysdale prepare to face Haddix and Gib.
Bly sparked the late surge as Angels loaded the bases with Koppe, Thomas, and Wagner contributing key singles after Donahue struggled and left in the fifth. Grba warmed to relieve but served up a Romano homer in the sixth, ending his outing with arm discomfort.
Boston rookie Ian Schwall held Chicago to eight hits and an 83 victory Friday night. The righthander debuted May 21 with a win over the White Sox and earned an All-Star nod for Monday. Angels reliever Fowler fanned five in 3 1 3 innings, aiding a sixth-inning rally. Don Blanchard of the Yankees celebrated the birth of his son in Minneapolis with cigars.
Fragmented OCR item lists team names and players across Baltimore and New York, mentioning early 20th century rosters and affiliates. Includes scattered scores, dates, and sponsor-like names. overall it reads as a chaotic sports log with multiple entities such as players and teams interwoven without clear narrative.
In the nightcap Bob Malkmus homered for a 3 1 Phillies win after San Francisco stole the opener 8 5. Johnny Buzhardt earned his third decision in 12 starts. The Giants rallied in the seventh inning of the first game to produce eight runs.
Milwaukee United Press reports St. Louis ace Jack Jackson held Milwaukee to six hits while his teammates built a 6-2 lead. Bob Lillis drove in two and scored twice, Ken Boyer added three RBIs, and Henry Aaron homered for the Braves. Hendley took the loss as the Braves dropped their fifth game.
The article highlights former Angal players and record attempts involving the Cleveland team. It notes averages, home acreage, and names like Walter Jennson and Li Gomez. Abby chairs the Baird committee while Robert Reynolds and others receive plaques for youth advisory work.
Keen Kean’s run halted when his cycle skidded into the north fence on lap one at Ascot Park. After repairs the race restarted but the tire failed to grip, leaving Al Gunter and a field to battle in a delayed main event. other sports notes reference Roger Maris Mickey Mantle contrasts and a California basketball note.
In Columbus Mississippi Tom Goode and Walter Suggs rookies who left the Houston Oilers training camp said they were retiring from professional football. The pair, former Mississippi University stars, chose to pursue more normal jobs in their home state.
Peterson of Van Nuys teams with Long Beach in the Anaheim Legion Tournament opener on Monday night August 7 at 7 o'clock. Mayor A J Schutte of Anaheim to throw out the first ball. Yankees claim Hale test from Indians in waiver deal. Long Beach and West Anaheim posts feature in the event.
NFL TV antitrust hearing discusses whether single package TV contracts restrain competition among teams. Key figures include Rozelle and Schramm as they defend or challenge a CBS package linking all 14 teams, with potential impact on 1962 TV rights and league survival.
In Chattanooga P Peechey Bartkowicz defeated Patsy Rippy to claim her second consecutive National Girls 16 and under tennis championship, earning the 61st trophy of her collecting career.
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