Emmett Ashford Breaks Color Barrier as Umpire
Emmett Ashford, the first Black umpire in organized baseball, earned rare applause for dusting the plate in his Pacific Coast League debut. Stories recount his decisive calls and a notorious clash with Bragan in El Paso, where fans honored him with a standing ovation after a tense final series.
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Wall Leads at Desert Inn Charity Golf Auction in Las Vegas
The Desert Inn hosts the second annual Tournament of Champions, highlighted by Art Wall’s victory in the Calcutta with a record 137,850 bid. The event, a Wilbur Clark benefit, boosts Las Vegas publicity and funds the Damon Runyon Cancer Fund while drawing prominent bidders like Milt Wer Sheridan and Walter Winchell. Wall’s win, from a playoff for the Mort Wayne Open, marks his only major victory to date and underlines the tourney’s rising prestige in 1955.
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Giants Dominate with Three Shutouts In Baseball World
New York Giants pitchers Mary Maglie Johnny Antonelli and Sal Maglie combined for shutouts against the Philadelphia Phillies over a weekend doubleheader sweep. Giants build momentum in the National League by routing the Dodgers and edging the Pirates as St Louis and Cincinnati also win.
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Jackson Favored by 12-5 Tonight in Brooklyn Bout
Hurricane Tommy Jackson, rising to No 5 heavyweight after three straight knockouts, faces No 3 light heavyweight challenger Jimmy Slade in Brooklyn. Slade, known for a tricky style, could curb Jackson’s surge after his recent win over Dan Bucetoni and knockout of Rex Layne and points over Clarence Henry.
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Wrestling results and schedules from armory and clubs
Sports calendar lists wrestling headlined at Armory on 8:15 with George vs Bud Sernae, Beachall-BCC at Fullerton and other regional meets. Also notes Southern Association scores with Atlanta 22 2, Mobile 14, Little Rock 9, and Fort Worth 2-37. Includes Compton at Eazonisler and Shreveport events.
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Art Aragon Vs Vaughn Title Bout At Hollywood
Art Aragon and Willie Vaughn square off in a title bout after Vaughn claimed the state lightweight crown Saturday night at Hollywood defeating Charley Green 3 1. Aragon, seeking a tuneup before a July return, challenged the new champion who agreed. Arturo quips the odds favor Vaughn despite Aragon’s effort.
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Acorns Set for Wrigley Series with Angels
Acorns top the league after a five of seven run against the Seals and head to Los Angeles for a seven game set at Wrigley Field against the Angels. Gene Mauehys three run homer and Fred Richards seventh homer headline the opener and finale as Los Angeles wins.
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Wall to Miss S F Open By Dick Zebbis
Wall to Miss SF Open by Dick Zebbis details the Las Vegas victory at the Desert Inn Country Club. Art Wail Jr. 20, of Pacona Manor, Pa., wins the Tourna ment of Champions with a 278, setting a new record and collecting substantial prize money. Walls steady play, wary aggressiveness, and precise putting secure a seven-stroke lead into the final round.
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Bruins Host Jordan Nine Challenge Coast League Leader Wilson
Jordan High School’s baseball squad faces Coast League leader Wilson at 3 p.m. Tuesday with pitcher Dick Downing in top form for the Bruins likely starting Bill Krenchkale. Ennis sits 4-1, one-half game ahead of Lynwood as Compton trails with a 3-2 mark. Lynwood hosts Poly, Compton visits Ex Celisor in other games.
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Career over? Padres catcher injured in rough Seattle duel
San Diego and Seattle split a seven hour 11 minute doubleheader amid a rash of injuries. Earl Rapp sprained an ankle for San Diego while Jack Tobin and Bob Wellman of Seattle were knocked out in collisions. Red Mathis underwent emergency surgery after a broken wrist, with doctors saying he is out for the season and possibly his career. Gerry Priddy sat out Sunday with a stiff neck from the fracas.
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White Sox take early lead as Fain drives in wins
Chicago moves to first in the American League after a 3-2 and 4-3 sweep of Baltimore. Ferrig Fain delivers a bases loaded single in the ninth for the winning run in game two, his third hit and tops with 22 RBIs. Virgil Trucks shines in the opener with a Sherman Lollar homer. Yankees beat Athletics. Cleveland outslug Detroit. Washington tops Boston.
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Bruton’s leaping catch saves opening win for Milwaukee
Charley Grimm recalls Bil Bruton’s dramatic first big league game in Milwaukee. With two on, Bruton snagged a Stan Musial line drive in left center and, after Milwaukee won 2 1 in the tenth when Bruton led off with a homer, his defensive play and Slaughter’s hit shaped a dramatic start.
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