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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1957
Page
5
Market reports from Kansas cover grain futures and commodity quotes. Wheat, corn, oats, and soybeans show little change with some gains in certain contracts. Livestock prices remain mixed with hogs, cattle, and feeder lambs showing varied movements across the week.
The Lawrence Elks All-Stars beat Garden City 6-5 to advance in the state tournament. Mike Zwink earned the win in relief, replacing Tom Black, after a seventh inning rally that included a triple by Jack Armstrong. Clifton awaits in the next round.
A reader scrolls through a golf coaching column by Dr Gary Middlecoff that debunks a left side firm brace theory. The piece argues the left side should rotate back toward the target as the clubhead meets the ball, warning that rigid left side tension causes thousands of mishits.
The article centers on Slaughter and his impact for the New York Yankees in a double victory over Cleveland, highlighting his season totals and key homers. It references other major leaguers and teams including the Cardinals, Phillies, Redlegs, Cubs, Pirates, and Mets, with multiple game outcomes and notable performances across a series of matchups.
Final standings show the South Park and Recreation leagues with listed teams and city standings. All baseball coverage discusses the Yankees, their farm system, and notable players like Slaughter Fox Mantle and the impact of the pinstripe mystique on rival teams.
Roy Terrell profiles the New York Yankees scouting empire, detailing how the organization finds and mentors top talent. It explains the multi-tiered structure from head scouts to a 20 man year staff, tryouts at the stadium, and a rigorous farm system led by teachers like Ralph Houk, all aiming to sustain a dynasty through selective signings and education.
The passage reflects a championship mindset in baseball culture, highlighting enduring pride in the Yankees legacy. It notes the influence of legendary figures like Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig, while emphasizing that winning is a core expectation instilled from within the organization.
Hill Adamson and Sisk each collected three hits while Tabbert drove in four with four doubles and a triple. Wolfson Fred Norris and Stinson added two baggers. Manager Ice said the team would practice tonight and Tuesday.
Mel Johnson of the Lawrence Co-Op pitched a no hit no run game in the District Softball Tournament Sunday night at South Park, lifting the Co-Op to a 4-0 victory over Baldwin. The squad advanced, despite several players missing All-Star selection, while Tabbert and Fred Adamson stood out for Lawrence but were not named to the stars. Lawrence’s season totals and state tournament prospects are weighed against Topeka’s top status. in 11 years of state play, Lawrence has one title and multiple top finishes. Earlier, Lawrence surged with seven runs in the first inning, followed by a six-run third inning to pull away. Halfback Lenny King of Connecticut University set a school rushing record with 777 yards in 1956.
Lawrence won the American Legion District baseball title by beating Jota 21-3 in Paola to claim its 10th district crown in 12 years. Stinson earned the win with 13 strikeouts, Morgan Macks carries a 26-6 season record into Neodesha for the state tournament. Leroy Tabbert tagged .588 in four games and shared outstanding player honors with Gary Peer.
In Bremen Germany Al Oerter of IK U.S. takes first in discus with a 54.14 meter throw. American stars Elias Gilbert Winston-Salem Ed Callymora Villanova Phil Reavis Tom Carroll and Albert Hall also secured top finishes in hurdles sprints jumps and throws at the Landfield meet.
The Topeka Hornets meet the Kansas City Dragons at 3 p.m. Tuesday in Lincoln Park as Topeka, a popular local softball team, anticipates its toughest test this season. Michigan State and Michigan have clashed 119 times on the baseball diamond since their 1884 first meeting.
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