Lawton Eyes 10th Straight Win Over Cards Tonight
Rocky Marciano discusses training in Cape Cod and Grossinger New York as he aims for his tenth consecutive victory over Ezzard Charles. He reflects on the first bout, praises Charles for his guts, and expresses a plan to improve in the rematch in September.
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Braves Edge Ardmore In Wild 14-13 Scramble
Lawton’s Braves outslugged Ardmore 14-13 in a chaotic ballgame. Brown drove in eight runs on a double a grand slam and sacrifice fly as ten pitchers were used with Kilmer earning the win. Ardmore stacked 16 hits led by Green Burns and Staniland while Doss closed strong for Lawton.
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Brat Is Still Stanky's Tag in Cardinals Talk
New York reports tag for Eddie Stanky as the St. Louis Cardinals' manager. He remains optimistic about a pennant chase despite tough odds, noting two months remain and a long winning streak could change the standings. He believes the NL race is still wide open and the team has shown improving play recently.
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May Pads Rodeo Cash Tops Frontier Days Winnings
Harley May of Deming New Mexico increased his Frontier Days rodeo total to 1311 60 after winning first go round money in saddle bronc and steer bulldogging. Buck Rutherford Oklahoma and Casey Tibbs South Dakota also posted major prizes in bareback and other events as 17 000 fans watched top riders.
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Houston Moves Ahead Of Tribe In Texas League Race
Houston defeated Oklahoma City 3-1 in 12 innings to climb into a tie for third with Oklahoma City as Tulsa beat San Antonio 6-2 and Fort Worth won 2-1 over Shreveport. Ex-Dallas players Ander son and Taylor led Beaumont’s 4-0 shutout of Dallas and Houston’s late rally featured Ted Tappe’s three run homer for Tulsa.
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Well Known Race Figure Dies In Chicago At 85
John Marsch age 85 died at his Chicago home after a two year illness. The thoroughbred racing figure earned the title Futurity King for the success of his two year olds owning top money winner in 1942 with earnings of 192 355 dollars.
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Maxwell Leads Army Golf in Open Division Final
Cpl Billy Maxwell from Big Spring Texas holds a three stroke lead over John Weaver of Houston at the All Army golf tournament final round. Maxwell shot a two under par 70 for 211 total while Weaver carded par to 214. Lt Col Mannie Raley of Laverne California faces Lt Gen George Decker in the senior division finals after a hole in one in Thursday's semifinal.
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Oklahoma Stars In Major Leagues Recap
Warren Spahn of the Milwaukee Braves allowed eight hits in six innings as Milwaukee beat Pittsburgh 5 to 3 in ten. Mickey Mantle of the New York Yankees went 1 for 4 with a walk and scored twice in a 10 to 0 win over Chicago. Low Kretlow of the Baltimore Orioles gave nine hits in 7 23 innings of relief as Washington shut out Baltimore 6 to 0. Randy Jackson of the Chicago Cubs had a single in five at bats in Chicago 6 to 5 over Brooklyn.
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Youth Baseball Managers Meet Over League Future
Lawton Peewee and Midget baseball managers plan a 7:30 p.m. meeting at the Youth Center in Lawton to decide whether the two city leagues will continue play for the rest of summer or disband for another year. The center is at 4th and E.
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Oklahoma City pro fires 170 in KC Open first round
In Oklahoma City pro fired 170 to sit three under par after the first round of the $20,000 Kansas City Open. Johnnie Stapp of Miami Oklahoma was even with par at 33 40 33.
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Krak Grabs Golf Lead At Kansas City Open
Mike Krak, a 26 year old native of Czechoslovakia and former jet pilot, held a one stroke lead after shooting a 65 at Blue Hills Country Club. Several players followed with 66s including Earl Stewart Jr and Fred Hawkins. Oliver set last year’s record with 19 under par for 72 holes. First round notes detail watered greens, sprinkler restrictions, and a tree obstructing the 18th green as Krak logged a 34-31 on the front and back.
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Herefords Top Shawnee in Sooner State League action
The Shawnee Hawks saw a rough patch but led 5-2 in the third before Ada rallied to win 7-6. Gainesville topped Seminole 42, McAlester beat Pauls Valley 7-1, and Lawton edged Ardmore 14-13 in a 28 hit marathon. Mal Murphy struck out 15 in the McAlester win.
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TAC 17th Group Clash In Fort Sill Playoffs
TAC and 77th Group face off tonight at Butnerfield as Fort Sill league playoffs resume. TAS and dist Group are tied after a 40 victory by dist, with Kenny Hemphill pitching six hits allowed. 4st hitters collected 12 hits off Bill Ford Roy Tinney and Grand Isom.
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A M Mat tick Added To Phillips 66ers Roster
Bartlesville Oklahoma reports Bob Mattick a 6 foot 10 center from Oklahoma A M joins the Phillips 66ers under coach Ge Marble as part of a three year rebuild and as Kentucky Kurland's 1.616 1 rivalry mentioned continues.
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Mercier rides three winners at Rockingham Park
Norman Mercier won three races at Rockingham Park in Salem New Hampshire on Thursday. He rode Zipper to victory at 12.80 to 1, Tufferoo at 9.60 to 1, and Indian Lad at 36.40 to 1.
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Stengel Turns 64 as Yankees Struggle for First Place
Casey Stengel marks his 64th birthday as the Yankees fall further behind Cleveland, despite a 10-0 win over the White Sox. New York's 6 ½ game mark trails by a game and a half, with Whitey Ford limiting Chicago and Vic Raschi starring for other teams.
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British Olympics To Begin Today
Vancouver Canada July 30 The fifth British Empire and Commonwealth games open with Lord Alexander officiating as bands from three services lead a parade before about 25000 spectators. Canada hosts a 21 member team largest ever with 127 England 72 Australia 67 New Zealand 64 South Africa 36 Scotland 27 Pakistan 22 Wales competing. Stars include John Landy Hector Hogan and Marjorie Jackson Nelson as Australia vies to defend its 1950 Auckland title.
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Rich Chicago Race Slated At Arlington Park
Fourteen thoroughbreds age three and up head the 100000 added Arlington Handicap at Arlington Park. Sir Manzo and Scberg II lead the field as the world richest grass event offers 158000 to the winner if all start. Stars and Stripes Handicap top weight 125 pounds is favored at 5-2 with Iceberg I at 121 ridden by Jorge Contreras replacing Eddie Arcaro who sits out ten days.
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Back Leaves Cards Chicago to Play Canadian Football
Tor McHugh former Notre Dame full back and sixth draft pick of the Chicago Cardinals quit his NFL contract on Thursday to play ball in Canada. He cited inability to compete with standout fullbacks such as Johnny Olszewski Ollie Matson and Bill Svoboda.
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Enid Keeps Unbeaten Hopes Alive In Legion Tourney
Enid remains the only unbeaten club in the state American Legion tournament as four one loss teams fight to stay in the race. Cordell faces Tulsa after Enid’s 1:30 p.m. matchup with Guthrie and other results include Guthrie beating Duncan 9-8 and Cordell defeating Seminole 3-1.
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Durocher and Lockman clash after loss to Cardinals
After a lopsided 10-0 defeat by St Louis Whitey Ford era Giants show tension. Durocher denies players' claims while Lockman avoids comment and acts in anger as Vic Raschi dominates with three wins over the Giants.
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Tennis Committee To Be Selected In Southampton
Southampton N Y Sid Ag Wood president of the Tennis ters League announced a five member committee to oversee activities of players on the tournament circuit The committee would include two top players two USLTA executives and one former amateur player Wood said the move aims to win approval from the United States Lawn Tennis Association amid rumors a top player demanded excessive expense money for the Baltimore tournament which was scheduled this week and was abandoned.
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Archie Moore predicts KO in Madison Square Garden
Light heavyweight champion Archie Moore expects to knockout Harold Johnson in their title fight at Madison Square Garden on August 11. He then aims for a shot at Rocky Marciano to challenge for the heavyweight championship.
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