Higgins Whiffs 15 In Legion Victory
Dennis Higgins struggled through a long game, walking 16 and hitting batters as Sexton Motors beat Mexico 7 2 for the Junior American Legion fifth win. The team capitalized with a five run second inning and a two run sixth, aided by doubles from Jim Tavlog and Ray Scott.
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Jekyl Hyde
Sttuck
American Legion Sexton Motors
Mexico
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Citians
Kayoed Stareer
Chick Walter
Jim Tavlog
Ray Scott
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Jerry Romeau
Joe Calvin
Ronnie Kehl
Oiten
Tuvold Nichols
Kent
Mexica
Jef
Romndall
Calvin
Tom Smith
Taydlor
Svaott
Rormdall
Bobby Lammers
Scott
Glasgow
Eldon
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Raley
Mayes
Senin
Baseball Scores and Standings Across Leagues
A condensed roundup shows American League matchups with Detroit and New York splitting, Cleveland and Washington grouping results, and Chicago facing Baltimore while Kansas City edges Boston in 10 innings. National League standings feature Milwaukee, Pittsburgh, St Louis, Brooklyn, New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, and Cincinnati, with game notes on pitching, late-inning plays, and weathered rain delays.
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Bellod
New York
Chicago
Cleveland
Boston
Detroit
Baltimore
Kansas City
Washington
Garcla
Ramos
Pierce
Ferraresa
Clavelangt
Milwaukee
Pittsburgh
Gincianatt
St. Louis
Brooklyn
Philadelphi
Rmiwaukee
Magit
Burdette
Mizel
Philadelphia
Littler Leads Texas International Open as Scores Slide
Gene Littler of California surged to a 44 hole total of 197 to lead the Texas International Open by two strokes over Cary Middiecoff of Memphis into the final round. Roberto de Vicenza and Ernie Vessles contended for top positions as late scoring paced the field. Armory and Gonzales tour details noted elsewhere.
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Gene Littler
Cary Middiecoff
Memphis
Litler
Singing Hills
Call
Roberto de Vicenza
Mexico City
Gene
Preston Tollow Country Club
de Vicenza
Six Capital Citians to Senior Tourney at Excelsior Springs
Six Capital Citians Ralph Hammond E J Ward Al Martin A I K Boyce J D B James and Lt Gov James vT Blair Jr lead entries in Missouri State Senior golf tournament at Excelsior Springs running Wednesday to Friday. Last spring 28 golfers competed. Ellatt Whitbread of St Louis won the Blair Jr championship trophy. Everett Halgerson claimed the handicap trophy. Pro am opens the event with 36 holes and four age group prizes from 50 to over 70.
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Excelsior Springs
Ralph Hammond
E. J. Ward
al Martin
A. IK. Boyce
J. DB. James
James Vt. Blair Jr
Animond
James T. Blair Jr
Ellatt Whitbread
St. Loutis
Tophy
Tap Gardner
Kansas City
Everett Halgerson
St. Louis
AIAS
Midgets Intermediates Open Action At Lions Field Tonight
Midget and Intermediate baseball in Washington Park begin tonight with a dedication ceremony at the newly lighted Lions Field. The Midget opener features Elley Danstell versus Struggs Gubleman at 6 o clock, followed by Lions Club rivals Roark and Proane of the Intermediate League at 7 30. Dr A D Boucher Lions Club president will present the field to the Park Board between games. Mexico Wing Ramblers swept a doubleheader from Sedalia Varieties, 2 1 and 2 0.
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Eley Danstell
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Lions Club
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pRoane
A. D. Boucher
Lions Clube
Ions Field
Park Board
Bitter Pill for Fans Ex Redbirds Return to Haunt Cards
Ex Cardinals stars contribute to a Philadelphia series win over St Louis, as Harvey Haddix and Stu Miller help the Phillies split the doubleheader. Murry Dickson suffers a 39 year old defeat for the Cardinals while Robin Roberts dominates in the second game. The Phillies secure two unearned runs with errors by Red Schoendienst and Haydn Smith as Richie Ashburn stars with a perfect game through six.
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Associated Presa
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St. Louis
Cardinals
Phillies
Stu Muller
Hoger Franke Phillick
Fami
Dix
Flowers
Foyer
Robin Roberts
Boston
Jane Redbird
Storday
St. Lois
Fender
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Harry Shopsom
Cellad
Alex Kellner
Simpson
Thompson
Dave Tey
Willard Nixon
Pave Mans Ar
Avis
Kamen SS
Waidix Wits
Dickson
Haddix
Mt Let
Plavies
Tabertook
Git Sarn
Rip Repulski
Teny Blasingame
Tapata Somers
Sian Lopate
Seeond Yan
Lindy McDannet
Pirates Fall From First After Rugged Finish
The Pirates stumble in a long day of doubleheaders as Milwaukee wins the key series showdown. Pittsburgh’s rotation falters while Milwaukee builds a narrow lead, with clutch hits and late rallies shaping the National League pennant chase.
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Pittsburgh
National League
HOG Welfare
Robby Voapin
Sis Percontage
Milwaukee
Pirates
Watan
Nesû
Wwe
Mihwickert
Braves
Porcentapos
Voner Miters
Wmuscutay
Wittens
Bony
Gotnrs
Thai Wekdast
Fev
Pinnte
Moston
Iker
Mave
Jill
Ue Ballpen
Kime
Walt Myeacon
Three Games Tonight Merchants Eagles Post Wins
Senior softball action features the Merchants and Eagles securing victories. Eagles topple PRINS 8 nil as Colt Defore shines with seven hits and Reiger, Mine Beitley, and Teigtea contribute key plays amid a crowded lineup.
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Merchants
Eagles
Vietornes Bane
Prins
Cobain
Pames
Beitley
Tigtaway Boparrieat Aypasey
Dyck Back in Big Leagues as Bench Hit Specialist
Jefferson City's Jim Dyck, Cincinnati’s 44 year old holdover, is tasked as Birdie Tebbetts’ top reserve against a left handed lineup in St Louis. A recent dramatic moment came when Dyck pinch hit off Wilmer Mizell, reaching base and driving in a run as the Redlegs beat the Cardinals. The scene underscored Dyck's tough assignment and veteran adaptability after his mid season move from Baltimore.
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Jim Dyck
Cincinnati
Baltimore
Dyck
Birdie Tribetts
Lefi Hued
Cardinals
Memorial Bay
St. Louis
Benet
Wilmer Mizell
Tnning Tebbetts
Hildeffeoat
Mizell
Redlegs
Mizo
Tron Ure
Blair Heads Field in 49th Missouri State Amateur
The 49th Missouri Golf Association state amateur begins with 188 players at Meadowbrook Country Club. Tom Blair, 11, son of the lieutenant governor, defending champion, stars among former winners like Jimmy Jackson and BI Stewart. Qualification today narrows to 43 match-play qualifiers for a Wednesday start.
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Meadowbrook Country Club
Blair
Jefferson City
St. Louis
Ares
Kansas City
Telephone Fishing Charges Issued In Missouri River
In Illinois men were charged with illegal telephone fishing after a boat chase on the Missouri River. Kerr and Seth Elliott of Hartford were named in warrants for using an electrical device to stun fish. Kerr faced additional resisting arrest charges. A Missouri conservation agent described their use of a crank type generator as they allegedly attempted to flee in their boat.
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Sparks
Thomas Norton
Kerr
74 Boys Try Out For Park League Baseball Teams
A total of 74 boys turned out Saturday for Park Board sponsored baseball tryouts and were assigned to Midget, Junior, and Intermediate League teams. The Midget League gained two players, the Intermediate League added two eight? and the Junior League added four. Lois Cardinale pitched a 2-0 shutout over the New York Yankees in the 1942 World Series.
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Vols
Lois Cardinale
New York Yankees
Four Records Fall In MV Track Meet
MV track meet highlights include four records. Ozark and Osier compete in baseball and track results feature Kansas and Missouri colleges. Recaps mention teams like Springfield, Brazito, and Emporia State with multiple scores and performances.
Boxing Roundup Moore Defends Title This Week
The article previews a string of title defenses and eliminations in London and New York with Moore defending his heavyweight crown Tuesday against Trinidad challenger Pompey and other strong contenders including Habib Habitschi, Boyd, and Savaije. It highlights upcoming bouts at Madison Square Garden and St Nicholas Arena and notes youthful prospects from Brooklyn and San Diego in a busy week of fights.
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Hisi Stadicum
Yolande Pompey Iia
Champio
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Tex Gonzalez
East Orange
Hardy
Siyalkold
Wood
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New Yorks
New York
St Nicholas Arena
Grazate
Madison State Garden
Tomroyla Zlael
Jackson
Word
California golf tourney ends with Diehl playoff win
Kenneth Savoky of Jefferson City and Verus Rendueetaeny lead as players like Hogan and Dwht contend. Diehl of Boone earns a playoff victory after a birdie three on the 18th hole while others score across 27 holes, with medalist Magen guiding the field.
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Tiga
Verus Rendueetaeny Biship
Annthor Cape Hogan
Ourh
Cilla
Hamp Ford
Ghot
Bobek
Hal
Joba
Donars Ise
Pilie
Hugi
Maryn Barefranotis
Biehl
Denver Bows Nine Eight Tightens AA Race
In a tense American Association clash, Denver edged Indianapolis 9-8 as the standings tighten. Bob Miller sparked Charlestion’s win with three hits, while Tony Ponce earned his seventh victory by limiting Wichita. Omaha and St Paul split, and other scores included Louisville over Wichita in a 54 game line, with Chelsea’s late rally stalling Denver’s comeback.
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Vonner
Ysing
Denver
Haing
Marke Crank Barnserme Im
Jot Woodin
Bob Miller
Chartexton Tits
Yavls Agaist
Inedianapolis
Allen
Tong Homer
Indians
Biel Hersh
Iwe
Tony Ponce
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