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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1956

Page

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Congregational Christians Pursue Wider United Church Plan

Omaha observers report a major shift toward a United Church of Christ as Congregational Christians discuss expanded home missions. The General Council approved merging plans amid programs in evangelism education and church building with a four million dollar annual budget noted by Dr. Truman Dewlass. Critics warn of loss of distinct traditions as leaders cite unity benefits and broader mission opportunities.

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Marlene Hagge Wins Ladies PGA Tour Event

Marlene Hagge triumphs in a Ladies PGA Tour event at Forrest Lake Country Club. Hagge defeats veteran Patty Beez after a playoff tied 284 with a final birdie on the first extra hole to claim the title and purse.

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Matson Upsets Ashley To Win Women's Crown

Natacha Matson of Wiehuta captured the Kansas women's amateur championship with a four over par victory over defending champion Jean Ashley. Matson finished ahead of Ashley after a strong final round to claim medalist honors and the title.

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Finnish athlete shatters world javelin mark with 274 feet throw

Finn record holder Nikkinen unveiled a 274 feet 18 inch javelin throw at a Kuhmois meet in central Finland, surpassing the 268 feet 2.44 inch mark set by Bud Held in Modesto on May 21, 1955. Held, a San Francisco athlete, previously held the world record while Nikkinen had placed eighth in the 1952 Olympic javelin event.

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Baseball Scores and Schedules From National and Regional Leagues

Sunday results include Chicago 14 8 and New York 3 3 with the first game called due to rain and a postponed second game. American League summaries show Baltimore Kansas City and Washington results, with Monday schedule listing New York at Warsaw and Washington at Benpe. Regional standings note Omaha Louisville St Paul Minneapolis Wichita and Texas and Southern Association games with multiple outcomes and rain delays.

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Harris Seen Near Exit as Tigers Boss After Slump

Detroit fights to end eight game skid as Bucky Harris nears departure. Tiger president Walter O Briggs Jr criticizes lack of hustle and spirit while players and media blame management and Harris for the downfall.

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Bears Slump Deepens With Six-Game Losing Streak

The Denver Bears drop two to Charleston 4-2 and 10-1 as Indianapolis edges St Paul to stay second. Louisville loses to Omaha 7-3, while Wichita defeats Minneapolis 3-1 and 9-3, with Minneapolis’ Joe Monrocron holding Wichita to seven innings in the opener.

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Charlie Coe Clinches Trans-Mississippi Golf Crown Again

Charlie Coe won the 33rd Trans-Mississippi championship at the Oklahoma City Golf and Country Club, marking his fourth Trans title following previous wins in 1917 1929 and 1982. The Oklahoma City oilman fired par for the first 18 holes then went 6 under for the afternoon nine, finishing strong in a 36 hole schedule.

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Pair of Title Bouts Steal Limelight On Slim Fight Program

The week features two world title bouts outside the United States. Pascual Perez defends the flyweight crown in Montevideo Uruguay against Oscar Suarez, the first world title match there. Hubert Cohen risks his bantamweight title in Rome against Mart D Agata, in the first Rome title match since 1933.

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Hutchinson Hosts Girls Class B State Softball Tournament

District softball officials led by Jerry Stremel announce the Girls Class B State Softball Tournament to determine the state champion in Hutchinson with fight district winners competing for the title.

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White Sox sweep ends Yankee dominance in four game set

The Chicago White Sox rout the New York Yankees 14-2 and 6-3 to complete a four game sweep, cutting New York's margin to one game atop the league. Milwaukee Braves also win twice to pad their lead, while other results shift standings across the league.

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Boyer Ends Slump With Three RBI Drive In Cards Win

Ken Boyer of the St. Louis Cardinals snapped a slump with a three RBI night, two homers and a triple in five at bats as Alba born third baseman helped the Cardinals beat Philadelphia 8-4 in the first game of a double header.

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