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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1957
Page
5
Cincinnati homer barrage powered a 9 to 6 victory over New York as Wally Post delivered a decisive three run homer in the ninth. The Reds built early leads with Kluszewski and Lynch contributing and held off late Giants rallies to snap a skid.
Columbus Utah report says Ohio fishermen have not yet capitalized on fair to good angling as statewide conditions remain dull. Division of Wildlife notes some lakes and streams are clear and normal for sport but overall angling activity is down across districts.
EVANSTON IL The College All Stars will reduce Friday workouts before the New York Giants game at Soldier Field. Coach Curly Lambeau said only morning sessions remain due to hot weather and a string of minor injuries, affecting the team’s preparation.
In Columbus Ohio the 1 percent winter league gains approval from the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues for minor league play. Eight of twelve varsity coaches from the University of Washington are cited in the report.
Kentucky bred colt from Kerr Stables of Oklahoma runs in the $60 000 added Sheridan Handicap at Chicago's Washington Park. The longer Belmont Park feature marks a major classic context with eight older rivals in the mile and a fold.
In Hershey Pennsylvania former Oklahoma State star Hubert Robe joins three newcomers including veteran Dick Bielski for spots on the Philadelphia Eagles pro football team.
Bragan was dismissed by Pittsburgh with General Manager Joe L Brown citing the club’s welfare as the reason. Danny Murtaugh named temporary manager, with Clyde Sukeforth offered the role but declining. Murtaugh, 39, joined the Pirates coaching staff in 1956 after time in the minor leagues.
In Hershey Pennsylvania 18 year old Don Essig of Indianapolis battles steady Gene Towry of Dallas in the 32nd Publinx National Public Links final at Hershey Park Golf Club. Towry plays precise steady golf while Essig shows confident talent and youthful flair in a hot conditions clash.
At the John B. Kelly pool Philadelphia the first two days yielded two records and two upsets. Ron Smith of Houston won the 1 meter springboard and Gary Heinrich of Hayward clinched the 400 meter individual medley. George Breen of New York’s ALC shaved meet records in the 1500 meter freestyle, while top rival Yorzyk was edged in the 200 medley by Heinrich.
Schoen Stilt Capture wins the Under 15 division at the Middletown Novice tennis Tournament held at Verity Courts. Casper defeats Pete Jones 6 1 6 3. Sit beats Kenny 3 8 4 3. Miss Sixt elim 64 4 3. Miss Schaes defeats Marcia Lowe 6 2 6 1 in the final four.
Middletown American Legion Post 218 edged Dayton Monarchs 6 8 in nine innings at Howell Field. Starting pitcher Woody Daudt worked seven innings before B Reilin relieved in the second to finish the game for the Post 218 win.
Roberto De Vicenzo held a two stroke lead in the third round of the All American tournament at Chicago finishing 36 holes at 133 under par. Bill Casper and Paul Harney trailed with 135 and 136 while past champions and young pros chased in tight pack. First prize is 3500 with the world winner earning 590000 next week. other sections show Lena and Jackie Pung, Fay Crocker, Clifford Ann Creed and Howard Everitt among leaders.
United States faces Brazil needing only one victory to clinch the American zone finals while captain Billy Talbert weighs Giammalva’s stiffness after a marathon win over Armando Viviera. Seixas may partner in doubles if Giammalva cannot play. U S aims to win one match, not sweep, with Italy Belgium awaiting in the European final.
New York boxer Bobby Boyd beat Willie Vaughn by knockout to claim his fifth weight class title and announced he seeks a Giardello bout next, stating no other opponent matters.
NEW YORK veteran sports announcer Ted Husing will make a comeback after signing a new contract effective Monday. Husing, who has been out since suffering a brain tumor, returns to color football and horseracing for CBS in Pasadena.
Top seed Karen Hantee defending her National Girls under tennis title meets Nancy Richey of Houston in the net finals. Hantee reached the final by routing Vickie Palmer in Phoenix 6 1 6 4. Richey and Virginia Hesse of Hamtramck will play doubles together in the event.
A saltball doubleheader pits KE and BR, Motors and Dayton at Gardner diamond. Er oie Reed will pitch one game for Dayton while Whitey Huff and Lar py er ee handle the other.
Cincinnati rode home runs by Ted Kluszewski Wally Post and Smoky Burgess to a 9 4 victory over the New York Giants. The win pulled the Redlegs within one game of Brooklyn as first place St Louis surged and other pennant contenders also moved.
Special program at Cincinnati Race Bowl tonight blends stock car racing with a kid friendly chicken chase. Eight car fields race on the bowl’s high banks, with maintenance crews frequently repairing guard rails and wheel fences. Kids under 12 may enter the bowl to catch chickens for free. Drivers vie for August stretch and 1937 title points. top pilots remain in contention.
The Minneapolis Lakers shifted through five NBA affiliations in six years spanning 1948 to 1954, reflecting early organizational changes as the franchise sought stability and league integration. The note traces names, leagues, and key transitions shaping the club’s evolution.
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