Milwaukee Noses Brooklyn Dodgers Thomson, Dittmer Heroes for Braves
The Milwaukee Braves defeated the Brooklyn Dodgers 7-5 as Bobby Thomson and Jack Dittmer each hit a three-run homer after two were out, giving Milwaukee a late rally. Dittmer’s earlier double and a later homer tied and then pushed ahead the Braves, while Warren Spahn earned the victory in relief.
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Cubs Seek Record Fifth Straight Win in Twin Bill
The Chicago Cubs can extend their four game streak to five by taking the first game of Tuesday's doubleheader with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Following a sweep of the Pirates on Sunday, Chicago eyes a 1954 club record. The team was idle Monday while the White Sox also rested.
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Boxing Night Results Across Four Cities
In New York Bob Sitterfield defeated Frankie Daniels by stoppage after 7 rounds. Chicago saw Chris Christensen win a decision over Johnny Lombardo after 12 rounds. Sandy Saddler stopped Jackie Blair in Dallas. Don Jordan outpointed Art Ramponi in Los Angeles. Rex Layne edged Chuck Woodworth in Utah rafters with a 10 round decision.
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Hydroplane Champion Baldaccini Disqualified in Wisconsin
De Pere Wis class A champion Don Baldaccini of Miami Florida was disqualified after inspectors found his motor hopped up and custom built in violation of stock outboard rules. Chief Measurer Russ Hill upheld the decision as the Stock Outboard Racing Commission prepares a ruling in about six weeks. All other winners passed inspection and no records were set.
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Anton Paul Wins Open Golf Contest
In Sheboygan Anton Paul of Sheboygan won the 14th annual Northeast Wisconsin Open at Riverdale Country Club. Paul tied with Marty Rammer Jr. and Bob Barneson at 143 after medal play, then sank a birdie on the first extra hole to clinch the playoff. Barneson took second and Rammer third. defending champion Jimmy Millward finished 13th with 149. There were 139 entries across 36 holes.
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Indians Yankees Showdown Shapes 1954 Title Race
The nation focuses on three Yankee Stadium games as the Cleveland Indians battle to break the Yankees five straight World Series streak. If Lopezs improved Tribe sweep or win two of three, Greenbergs champagne moment looms. A single win keeps Cleveland favored to reach the World Series while the Yankees fear a collapse. The piece notes fan support for the Tribe and the champions confidence as Grim Lopat and Ford prepare to pitch. The Trump-like political aside mentions presidential election issues in the House.
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Golf Champion Finals Monday at Monroe Club Championship
Monroe Country Club pro James Forbes announced pairings for the Club Championship with finals set for Labor Day. Defending champ Eddie Goecks meets Charles Figs. Chester Becker vs John Grode. Deb Share and Nathan Goetz. Bob Goetz and Joe Viney. First round Thursday or Saturday. semi finals Sunday. A flag tournament adds holiday activity. Forbes played in a North Hills tourney in Milwaukee and finished fifth with Becker. Stanley Neuberger defeated Donald Yanke for 4th flight. Other flights ongoing.
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Gavilan Saxton Fight Wednesday At Connie Mack Stadium
Kid Gavilan and Johnny Saxton meet in a 15 round welterweight title bout Wednesday night at Connie Mack Stadium. Gavilan, 28, holds the title with 8 defenses, while Saxton, 24, seeks his first major upset in a CBS televised show. Promoter Taylor expects about 15,000 fans and an $80,000 gate with Gavilan earning 40 percent of net gate plus TV and radio money.
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Braves Sellout at Milwaukee Despite Empty Seats
The Milwaukee Braves announced a sellout for a game against the New York Giants while hundreds of seats remained unsold. They sold 41,654 tickets but 800 seats in the upper left field were unprinted due to timing and a new section.
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National League standings and results highlight Monday action
New York beat St. Louis 4 to 0 while Milwaukee defeated Brooklyn 7 to 5 and Cincinnati edged Philadelphia 5 to 1. Pittsburgh and Chicago posted wins as Philadelphia, St. Louis, and Brooklyn face night games. In the American League Cleveland, New York and Detroit won, with Boston and Baltimore also victorious. Ralph Kiner and Babe Ruth era mentions anchor notable homers as teams prepare for upcoming games including Chicago at Boston and Detroit at Washington night shows.
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Softball Losers To Play Tonight In City Tournament
Two opening round losers meet at Recreation Park tonight for a shot at the consolation game Thursday at 7 30. Phillips Smith faces Albany at 7 30 and Helland Hein takes on Gemplers at 9 in a doubleheader.
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Woman's Kegler Play To Begin in Two Weeks
Secon Burkhardt, secretary of the Monroe Woman's Bowling Association, said league bowling will begin the week of Sept. 12. Kegler action for men has been set to begin next Tuesday night. A meeting of the woman's association will be held Thursday at 8 pm in Turner Hall and women wishing to bowl that are not on teams have been asked to notify Miss Burkhardt.
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Sixteen Lettermen Back for Wisconsin Football
Sixteen lettermen will be among 67 Wisconsin football candidates starting practice at Camp Randall Wednesday. Coach Ivy Williamson plans two daily sessions as classes begin mid September. Notable returnees include Don Voss, defensive end, and Jim Haluska, quarterback, both out last year with injuries.
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Antonelli First NL Lefty to 20 Wins This Season
Johnny Antonelli became the NL’s first 20-game winner this season as he pitched the New York Giants to a 4-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals. The 24-year-old lefty improved to 20 victories against three defeats, limiting St. Louis to four singles.
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Giants' Antonelli Wins 20th as St Louis Falls 4 1
Johnny Antonelli of the New York Giants limited St Louis to four singles in a 4 1 victory securing his 20th win of the season. Bobby Thomson of the Milwaukee Braves belted a three run homer to rally past Brooklyn 7 5. A centuries old belief about European swallows wintering in Africa is noted.
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