Tigers Gain Ground in Tight American League Run
Detroit shifted into higher gear with an 86 win over Cleveland, their 12th win in 14 and a jump from seventh to fourth place. The Yankees tied for first as Indians beat the Dodgers 6 3, while Minnesota beat Washington 7 5 shrinking the gap. Chicago shut out Baltimore 2 0, Red Sox and Athletics rainout at Kansas City.
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Giants and Dodgers Dominate Mets in Seasonal Skew
The Giants and Dodgers swept through the Mets with big series wins in California and New York. The Mets fell to 12 34, while the Phillies and Cubs posted wins as others stumbled, reshaping the NL standings.
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Cincy Reds Sale Juggled By Trust Reallocation
Cincinnati owner Bill DeWitt handed control of the Reds board to the Crosley Foundation temporarily and pledged to keep the team in Cincinnati for at least five years. Ohio Attorney General Mark McElroy said he would probe the sale amid reports that Joseph Rippe Jr. offered 5.5 million for the club, a figure disputed by Crosley Foundation officials. Rippe questioned the denial of his higher bids and noted written offers of 5.5 million on Dec 26 and the day before the sale was announced.
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Hebert Captures Memphis Open After Dramatic Playoff
Lionel Hebert wins the Memphis Open after a three way playoff with Gary Player and Gene Littler. Hebert nails a 30 foot birdie on the 19th to claim $6,400, while Littler and Player each take $3,050.
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Legion Games Are Rained Out By Weekend Weather
The Lawrence American Legion baseball pairings with Joplin were washed out Saturday and Sunday due to rain and wet grounds. The club’s next action is 8 p m Wednesday against the Topeka Caps with no announced make up date for Joplin. With full schedules, the series likely will be canceled. The Aqueduct track originally covered 23 acres. the present plant spans 203 acres.
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Africa and Korea go on the carpet before Olympians
Moscow reports IOC opened its annual meeting at the Kremlin Theater with talks on the 1964 Tokyo summer games and Innsbruck winter games. South Africa faced a possible caution over racial discrimination in team formation, while Korea was urged to form an all Korean team including the North by August 1 or face study. West and East Germany offered to field an all German team as in 1960. Brundage warned politics must be kept out of the Games and advocated allowing all competitors only in countries agreeing to that in advance.
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Henry the Eighth Colt Named for Bold Ruler Line
Henry the Eighth is a two year old colt whose name comes from his sire Bold Ruler.
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Science Shrinks Piles Without Surgery With New Healing Substance
New York special report says scientists discovered a substance that can shrink hemorrhoids without surgery while relieving itching and pain. Case reports show gradual reduction alongside comfort, though details remain limited.
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Sophomore Jinx Is Missing Billy Williams of Chicago
Chicago Cubs star Billy Williams defies the sophomore jinx as he chases the National League batting title. Williams, 23 turning 24, led NL with a .359 average, with 11 home runs and 35 RBIs so far, supported by Ernie Banks while he waits for pitchers to choose their counts.
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Baseball Standings and Results Across Leagues
Weekly league results and standings across the American League National League Pacific Coast International and other circuits. Scores include Chicago San Francisco Philadelphia Milwaukee Houston and more with multiple games noted and postponements.
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Leaders National League Batting and Pitching Leaders
Baseball leaders are listed with players from multiple teams. Batting leaders include Cepeda San Francisco and Williams Chicago for averages and Cepeda 75 hits, with Wills and W. Davis high in runs and stolen bases. Pitching leaders show Pierce San Francisco 8 0 and Purkey Cincinnati 9 1, with Koufax Los Angeles 110 strikeouts.
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Tebbetts Criticizes NL Ump Landes Over Controversy
Milwaukee Braves manager Birdie Tebbetts condemned National League umpire Stan Landes for alleged abuse of authority after a 6-4 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. Tebbetts said umpires should not threaten star players and defended Crandall while noting a clash over a called ball in the fifth inning.
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Jay Track Club Loses CCC Title in South Bend
Western Michigan piled up 554 points to end Kansas University's six year CCC title streak at South Bend. Notre Dame was runner up. Bill Dotson and teammates struggled with wins and records as Jayhawks set CCC marks in several events. Fred Hansen of Rice won pole vault. Don Smith of Missouri broke the shot put record with 58-11.
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Famed Announcer Clem McCarthy Dies at 79 in Nursing Home
CLEM McCarthy, famed horse race and prize fight announcer, died today in a New York nursing home after years of illness. Born near Rochester, he began announcing in 1927 at Arlington Park after a public address system was installed, later meeting top horse owners and jockeys.
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Dresden Madison
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Belmont Stakes Field Gears Up For 125 000 Added Race
Belmont Stakes draws a strong 10 horse lineup led by Kentucky Derby winner Decidedly and Preakness winner Greek Money. The 1 14 mile classic, set for Saturday at Belmont Park, carries 125 000 added and could become the richest in the event history. Other contenders include Jaipur Crimson Satan Admiral's Voyage Roman Line Vimy Ridge Green Hornet Stinson Beach Cyrano and David K with Ridan as a possible ship-in from Chicago.
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Classic Ford and Chevrolet autos with options listed
1957 Ford Fairlane 500 four door in gold and white with radio heater Ford O Matic. 1955 Studebaker one ton pickup described as very clean. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop four door green and white with Powerglide radio and heater.
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