Ex Teammates Not Helping Podres In AL
Ex Dodger pitcher Johnny Podres seeks an American League comeback with the Detroit Tigers after 13 National League seasons. He left after eight innings with a 3 0 lead, but reliever Larry Sherry allowed two late runs as Washington tied and won in extras. Kansas City beat Minnesota 6 1 and Boston defeated Cleveland 3 1 behind rookie George Scott.
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Star's Wife Is Arrested In Atlanta
Hank Aaron's wife faced disorderly conduct charges after an incident at the Atlanta Stadium lot. Patrolman L W Bedgood said he touched his pistol but did not draw it. He, stadium police supervisor Sis C J Strickland, and chief supervisor B F Rains were suspended as the department conducts a formal investigation.
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Dressen Shows No Further Heart Damage
Doctors report Charlie Dressen, 67, has no additional heart damage after his second heart attack in 14 months. The Detroit Tigers manager remains hospitalized at Henry Ford Hospital in serious condition, showing slight improvement but continued fever and critical status as treatment proceeds.
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Stadium Group Faces Big Task in Cincinnati Stadium
In Cincinnati, despite backing from the Greater Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce, fundraisers for a proposed $445.3 million stadium must raise $250,000 by next Monday to keep Atlanta Architects on the project. The fund stood at $14,626 Monday night, noted by Charles P. Staab, chamber official.
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Inland Errors Fall to Amanda in Federal League Clash
Inland Errors stumble at Goldman Park losing 16 to 15 to Amanda Athletic Club in a tight Federal League contest. Amanda scored the winning run in the sixth after leaving bases loaded in the fourth and seventh inning rallies. Schoenling, England, Meehan and other players took turns pacing the action as multiple teams posted wins in other league games and playoffs.
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Conigliaro Bunts To Up Average For Sox
Boston slugger Tony Conigliaro, already totaling 20 homers, says he will bunt against any third baseman who plays back to raise his batting average. He collected two hits in a 3-1 win over Cleveland at foggy Fenway, including a perfect bunt, as he pursues RBI with bunts when third basemen back off.
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Marathon May End Tonight Walt Griffith Near Putting Record
Walt Griffith a 17 year old Middletown High senior nears a new Putt Putt longevity record after starting Sunday night with eight players at South Main Street course. Six teammates quit overnight leaving Griffith alone aiming for 52 hours of continuous play following 110 completed rounds by morning.
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Matte Back With Troops At Halfback
Tom Matte returns to action at halfback for the Baltimore Colts after starring as emergency quarterback last season. He reflects on past games, wrist band play calling, and hopes to aid the offense while notes the defensive unit’s strength and potential continued revival of his running and passing duties.
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Clay's Fate Hinges On A Hearing
In Louisville Ky AP report a hearing set for August 23 could decide if heavyweight champion Cassius Clay is exempt as a conscientious objector due to Black Muslim beliefs. Represented by Hayden Covington he seeks deferment after two prior rejections and a 1-A draft status following Army standards changes.
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Capozzi Wins In Philadelphia
Connie Capozzi of Middletown was one of only two girls to win their singles match as the Eastern team beat the Westerners in the Intersectional Grass Court Tennis matches in Philadelphia. Peach Es Bartkowicz of Hamtramck was the other winner in a 5-2 Eastern victory. Consolation matches begin tomorrow as Thompson powered trips and Transportation Labor No. 2 defeated Coke Plant 124 with Jones slamming two home runs.
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Record Setting Rusher Seeks Fair Contract Says Lowe
Escondido California AP halfback Paul Lowe of the San Diego Chargers, who set the AFL rushing record with 1121 yards and was named Player of the Year, says he is not seeking astronomical pay but has not signed his 1966 contract. He believes offers are fair but not adequate and worries about playing while underpaid, risking injury and livelihood. Lowe does not plan to force a holdout, hoping to reach agreement.
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Petersburg coach Taylor Sanford dies at 57
Peters burg Va AP Taylor Sanford longtime coach in multiple sports with stops at Randolph Macon Wake Forest and Fort Lee died at his home Monday night at age 57.
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Oakland Pair Sign After Holdout With Raiders
Offensive end Art Powell and halfback Clem Daniels ended a 24 day holdout and rejoined the Oakland Raiders. Both sought three year no cut contracts at 50 000 dollars per year, and were signed separately by GM Scott Stirling. Details not released but believed they will each exceed 30 000 dollars.
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