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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Sep 05, 1959

Page

6

Missouri and Chicago sports clash stir in final Ulini year

Chicago fans rail at Ray Eliot's looming final season for Illinois football amid pro moves by Rich Kreitling and mixed big ten hopes. Pittsburgh coach Ruddy Parker faces expected outburst as Bobby Layne and Steelers target strong season, with missteps in Texas and a crash shaping talks.

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Dodgers Purchase Amoros and Harris to Boost Outfield and Bullpen

The Dodgers acquired outfielder Sandy Amoros and right-hander Bill Harris from Montreal as part of a push to strengthen the roster after Wille McCovey’s surge. Amoros, a 27 year old with a 311 Montreal batting line and 26 homers, adds glove and pop while Harris hopes to stabilize a tiring bullpen. Managers weigh fit in pennant chase as Dodgers prepare for a Cubs doubleheader and season tailspin.

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Olmedo Opens US National Tennis Championship Victory

Top seed Alex Olmedo from USC defeated Gerald Du 6-0 1-6 2-? in 48 minutes to begin his bid for the US title. The field includes Rod Laver Dick Savitt and Farrel Buchholz with Amanda Truman and Sally Anna Monte among women entrants. Billie Jean Moffitt loses to Justina Brics in straight sets.

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The fragmentary OCR note mentions an American Association context with individuals and two sentences. It appears as an incomplete item lacking clear events, dates, or places to substantiate a full news-card summary.

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Five More Winners for Bets at Del Mar Meets Season Goal

Independent handicapper Roy Betz extended his Del Mar streak with five winners to reach 104 for the season, keeping pace at about three wins per day. He nailed the $24.60 daily double with Lucky Buddy and That Truckle, then added Mable Ellen, Revel, and Get Together across later races.

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Matthews Stuns Morales In Atlantic City Bout

Philadelphia lightweight Lenny Matthews defeated Cuban Chico Morales in a 18 round decision at Convention Hall. Matthews used precise counters and steady jabs to counter Morales's aggression as referee Paul Caveleer scored 7-2-1 under New Jersey rules.

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Spahn Stops Redlegs for 18th Win

Warren Spahn hurled a 4-1 victory over Cincinnati boosting Milwaukee pennant hopes. The veteran lefty allowed three hits and one walk as Hank Aaron drove in three runs for his 108th RBI. Spahn earned his 18th win in the Braves’ push toward third place in the league standings.

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Browns Hold Off Lions and Giants in Late Showdown

Cleveland, facing Detroit and the New York Giants, saw its playoff hopes hinge on a final-game tie with the Giants. Pat Summerall’s 49-yard field goal in rain sealed a 16-18 loss at the Polo Grounds, leaving the Browns needing aerial punch and league-ready receivers to bolster their stout run game and rugged defense.

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International League Errs in Baseball News Brief

In a brief sports note, Southern Association teams face mixed results as the International League misprints and standings face scrutiny. Details are limited due to damaged text but the item notes confusion over league status and potential schedule issues.

Tigers Beat A's 9-2 Behind Messis Six Hit Effort

Detroit offense erupts for 14 hits as UA-Don Messi limits Oakland to three hits over six innings. Bud Daley struggles in first inning and Ed Yost belts a homer, delivering a decisive win for Detroit in a game marked by strong Tigers hitting and early control.

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Unitas Moore Trio Rolls Colts to 30 21 Victory

In a hot exhibition, the Baltimore Colts beat Pittsburgh 30 21. Johnny Unitas connected with Lenny Moore on three touchdown passes, 56 15 and 42 yards, as Moore scored three times. Ray Mathews Flora Layne scored for Pittsburgh, while Gene Lipscomb anchored the Colt line and Ray Brown returned a Layne interception for Baltimore.

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Phils Slug Pirates In Tight Pennant Bid Crack

Philadelphia Phillies handed the fading Pirates another blow as Dick Groat misplayed a ball leading to a decisive play in a 4-0 win. Richie Ashburn opened scoring with a grounder, Ed Bouchee doubled to score him, and Gene Freese mishandled a ball that allowed Bouchee to score, while Jim Owens and Harvey Haddix matched zero until late.

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Leave It To Larry By Larry Meder Beach Cry Chevrolet

At Saint Mary's Hospital in Montreal I observed a charity benefit for a 6 year old with power speed issues. Grounded by background checks, the boy was described as polite yet increasingly sulky. A surgical skin procedure to aid the child is mentioned, tied to a benefactor named Lord Meder in a BRACH CITY Chevrolet scene.

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Wynn Shields White Sox Past Indians For 3-2 Win

Wynn earned the decision in a 3-2 Chicago victory over Cleveland as the White Sox extended their lead to six and a half games. A two run second inning and another score in the eighth, aided by two singles and a Francona throwing error, supplied all runs. Jim Bates connected for his 15th homer off Wynn in the fifth, while Gerry Staley closed out the final frame.

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South Gate 11 Opens Home Stand Tonight

South Gate Gators start a monthlong home stand at 8 PM hosting Venice Athletic Club in a Southern California Professional Football League game.

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