Santorini Shuts Out Phillies 6-0 For Cardinals Victory
St Louis pitcher Santorini, 24, tossed his third complete game in 62 starts, allowing six hits and delivering a 6-0 win over Philadelphia. He notched his first complete game this season and first shutout since 1969, crediting fastball control and endurance as key factors. Ted Simmons praised his effort and noted adjustments in Santorini's approach.
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Player Wins PGA Championship in Birmingham Thriller
Gary Player captured the PGA National Championship in Birmingham, earning $45,000 and reinforcing his status among golf’s Big Three. He overcame early bogeys, rallied with six straight pars, and used a bulkier putter on key holes to finish two over par as Trevino and Nicklaus floundered.
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How They Stand How They Stand
Baseball standings and results from the American and National Leagues with teams listed by division. Notable item: Lyman Harris fired as Atlanta Braves manager and replaced by Eddie Mathews, after Bartholo announcement.
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Falstaffers and Legion Rally Delight Fans at Green Field
A doubleheader Saturday at Green Field featured the Falstaffers defeating the Old Timers 9-4 after a late rally, aided by Elwood Smiley’s three run homer. Mexico Legion beat Columbia 9-3, led by Clithero’s grand slam and strong pitching from Cox. Funds exceeded 243 dollars were raised for Central Missouri Diabetic Camp, aiding local youngsters.
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Heivilin OConnor Win City Tennis Tourney
Fred Heivilin and Jene O'Connor captured singles titles in the City Tennis Tournament. Heivilin defeated Jim Hill 6-1, 6-1 in the men's final. O’Connor, a Mexico High School student, beat Nancy Baker 6-0 6-0 after dropping the first set 1-6. Hill and Recob won the men's doubles 6-2 4-6 7-5 over Steinmetz and Neilsen. mixed doubles final pending with Neilsen and Becky Rodes expected to face the other semifinal winners later this week.
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Rogers Places Fifth With 145 In State Junior Golf Tourney
Mike Rogers of Mexico finished tied for fifth in the Missouri State Junior Golf Championship after shooting 70 in the second round to equal par. He totaled 145 over two rounds, placing him third in the 17 year old age group, with medalist at 140 and Mike's age group winner at 142. Rogers posted his best round on the A. J. Gustin course and Sunday featured two 68s and a 67 on Saturday.
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54 Qualify In City Golf Meet
An early rain-softened Arthur Hills course narrowed the field to 54 qualifiers for the City Golf Championship. Last year’s champion Greg Swanson led with 76 in the first round, Bruce Oliver 76, and Garland Callihan and Mark Beshears 79. The championship round is set for next Sunday at Arthur Hills. Some players posted disappointingly high scores, including Kim Everett with 65.
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72 Chiefs Are Best Ever Claims Stram After Victory
Kansas City coach Hank Stram says this Chiefs team is the best he has had after a 27-10 preseason win over the Chicago Bears. Len Dawson led a second-half comeback, connecting with Wendell Hayes for the decisive score. Other NFL exhibition results noted include Namath’s Jets beating 49ers, Dallas over Houston, and Green Bay over Cincinnati.
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Spassky Beats Fischer to Narrow World Championship Gap
In Reykjavik Spassky defeats Fischer for the first time since July to cut the deficit and boost the Russian title bid. Spassky, white, opened with pawn to king four and faced a poisoned pawn, while Fischer, late and tense, sacrificed his queen on a hard move.
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