Braves struggle as National League races tighten around leaders
The Braves again faltered with only two runs in 29 innings while the Cardinals and Giants gain on the NL lead. Philadelphia's Robin Roberts beat Milwaukee 3-1 as St Louis split a twin bill in Los Angeles. Frisco dropped to third after a 4-3 loss to Chicago. Pittsburgh blanked Cincinnati 2-0. In the AL, the Yankees toppled Washington 11-3 and the White Sox beat Kansas City 7-2. Baltimore edged Boston 7-5 in 15 innings. Sally Hemus and Ed Bouchee powered Philadelphia with a late homer as the Phils beat rookie Carl Willey.
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Denver and Charleston Vie for All-Star Site
The article notes Denver and Charleston contending to host the annual all-star event. It mentions teams led by Teague and appearances by the Bears, Cardinals, and references to games involving Minneapolis, Wichita, and Louisville as part of the holiday schedule.
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Wichita lands Texan on University of Wichita basketball roster
Cleveland, a 163 pound multi-sport athlete from Cactus Texas, signed a letter of intent to enroll at the University of Wichita. Coach Ralph Miller reported Cleveland lettered three years in football basketball and track and field.
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Tests Ready For Youths By Jaycees
The Lawrence Junior Chamber of Commerce with the Recreation Commission will hold a series of sports fitness tests next week at several playgrounds. All youths may participate in pull ups sit ups pushups standing broad jump softball throw and the 60 yard run and walk.
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Boxing Stable Is Put Under Wraps
NEW YORK The State Athletic Commission suspends seven man fight stable run by manager Wallman and judge Bert Grant. Julius Helfand says the suspensions are indefinite while Wallman faces charges and Grant awaits trial after a grand jury indictment for allegedly taking bribes. Wallman’s fighters cannot compete in New York during the suspension.
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Bowdry Luedee Fight Set for 10 Round TV Bout in Louisville
In Louisville j Bowdry a 19 year old light heavyweight faces 24 year old Jerry Luedee in a 10 round NBC telecast from Freedom Hall. Bowdry is ranked No 8 nationally and aims toward a title shot while Luedee seeks a victory to stay in top circles after a layoff and a 1-7-1 record. Johnny Scavane says they must beat important opponents to advance.
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Chisox Landis Finds Form in Big Splurge
Jim Landis of the Chicago White Sox hits a two run double and later a two run single to drive in 22 runs over 12 games, helping the Sox beat Kansas City and tighten a pennant race as Whitey Ford shines for the Yankees. The day features a 15 inning Orioles win at Boston and other MLB results across the league.
Russian Tout a Goal In Decathlon Action
Palmyra New York AP report notes the National Decathlon Championship opens with 28 athletes entered vying for the final two U S spots on the Moscow team. Bob Combet withdrew due to a right leg ligament injury during practice.
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Rafer Johnson Leads Record Event At UCLA Meet
The program includes the 20 yard hurdles discus pole vault javelin and 1500 meter run this Saturday. UCLA student Rafer Johnson from Kingsburg California is the overwhelming favorite and holds the world record of 7 985 points.
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National League Scramble Tightens With Eight-Game Gap
Cincinnati report notes the National League race tightening to eight games between the Dodgers and Braves after a split doubleheader at LA. The piece recalls historic July 4 margins, cites 1915 eight games as a prior mark, and notes that leaders have won the pennant in about 10 percent of 54 seasons since 1900.
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Lawrence Legion 15-3 after latest win over Emporia
The Lawrence American Legion junior baseball team defeated Emporia 3 to 1 in five innings due to rain, running their season mark to 15-3. Starter Henry Murphy earned the win, improving to 6-1 on the year, while Dave Stinson covered the mound in a 4-0 start.
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Allied Officers Enroll in Army English Course
About 70 Allied officers registered for an eight week course in basic English and Army organization at Fort Leavenworth. The program is preparatory to the nine month course at the Command and General Staff College starting next September.
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Dodgers Eye Stadium Expansion After 1 Million Attendance
Dodgers draw 1 016 287 in 33 home dates and average a run of over 70 000 per game as Walter O Malley weighs a larger arena. A doubleheader against the St Louis Cardinals drew 6 487 fans at the Coliseum and the team plans bigger seating to exceed 60 000. Dodgers win second game 3 2 after dropping the opener 4 2.
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A's Hold on Second Narrowly, Three Clubs Close In
The Kansas City A's risk dropping from second place after a 7 1 loss to the White Sox as Detroit and Boston battle for a half game back and the White Sox sit one game behind. Jim Landis drove in four Chicago runs as Lefty Tomanek faltered in the eighth. Dodger Sam Jones earns a win for St Louis in relief, while Johnny Podres allows nine hits in a 4 2 Cards victory and Ken Boyer hits a key homer.
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K C Jones to Join Rams After Army Service
K C Jones a renowned 1958 basketball star will shift to football joining the Los Angeles Rams after discharge from the Army. He plans to report July 1 for training as a defensive halfback and has not played football since high school in San Francisco.
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Buff) Donelli
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Boston Deltics Offer Jones to Sign in NBA Switch
Reports indicate Jones rejected an NBA deal worth 10000 to pursue football with Leonard Wood teams. The Boston Deltics reportedly offered the player a contract before he chose a football path.
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Segura and Sedgman Meet in $15,000 Pro Tennis Tour
Unbeaten Pancho Segura faces Frank Sedgman tonight in the Kramer tournament, hoping to extend his 4-0 record. Segura crushed Tony Trabert 6-2 6-1 Thursday while Sedgman fell to Ken Rosewall 6-4 3-6 8-6. Rosewall leads group with 2-1, others vary. The event concludes Sunday.
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Ken Rosewall
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Rosewall
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Lew Head
White Sox Top Senators in 7-2 Victory
White Sox beat the Senators 7 to 2 as Whitey Bord led with a double and a single. Yan kees and Alpert MEO Pas ow eel contributed in the win.
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Amarillo Extends Western League Lead with 7-1 Win
Amarillo widened its Western League margin by beating Albuquerque 7-1 behind Jim Johnson’s strong pitching. Lou Jackson Al Shaw and Emil Synger homered for Pueblo as Colorado Springs won 10-8, boosting Amarillo’s edge after Pueblo’s victory. Sioux City Des Moines and Lincoln Topeka games were rained out.
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