Dodgers Sweep Braves as Campy Struggles Persist
Dodgers win three straight from Milwaukee behind five hitter Don Newcombe and two other complete games, boosting in-division momentum. Campanella slumps after May 3 home run drought while Duke Snider and Randy Jackson hit over .300, highlighting pitching depth in Brooklyn.
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Major Leagues Roundup Highlights Slugging and Slumps
Ted Williams struggles as Boston edges Detroit 5-4 while Pittsburgh leads with power. Frank Thomas goes 3-for-3 with a homer at third base, and Cleveland posts a 15-10 road record. Kaline heats up for Detroit, Chakales racks up saves for Washington, Philley thrives in Chicago, Clemente lifts Pirates, six pitchers share league shutouts. Giants stumble 4-14 in day games, 3-12 under the arc.
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Major League Stars shine in late wins for Dodgers and Pirates
Pitcher Don Newcombe pitched a five hitter with six strikeouts and one walk to lift the Dodgers 5-2 over the Breves. Roberto Clemente homered in a perfect 4-for-4 game, extending his hitting streak to seven and helping the Pirates defeat the Cubs 8-2 to stay within reach of the NL lead.
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National League Thursday Schedule and Results
The MLB page lists Thursday results including New York 10 over Kansas City 5, Boston 5 over Detroit 4, Cleveland 5 over Baltimore 1, and Washington 12 over Chicago. Friday’s slate has Detroit at Washington, Kansas City at Baltimore, Cleveland at New York, and Chicago at Boston.
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Baseball scores from a midweek slate
In a set of two part results Brooklyn defeated Milwaukee 5 to 2. Cincinnati routed Philadelphia 7 to 3. St Louis edged New York 3 to 2 after 11 innings. Pittsburgh beat Chicago 8 to 2.
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Brooklyn at Cincinnati New York at Milwaukee
Pairings listed show matchups across four featured games with teams Brooklyn Cincinnati New York Milwaukee Philadelphia Chicago Pittsburgh St. Louis. No results provided and schedule context implied for a sports card.
Cards Sweep Series With 3-2 Victory
The St. Louis Cardinals beat the New York Giants 3-2 to complete a three game sweep. Rookie Jackie Brandt drove in the tying and winning runs, Musial sparked the rally with a ninth inning double, and Ellis Kinder earned the win as Hank Sauer delivered the go ahead single. Grade concussed Henry Thompson exited after a beaning.
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Tigers Fall to Shrine Club in Slugfest Loss
In an American League matchup the Shrine Club defeated the Tigers 5 to 1. Gary McKinney of the Senators earned the win while John Snodsmith took the loss for the Tigers.
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Elks Lodge Giants Fall as Dodgers Edge Giants
In a tight game Elks Lodge Giants 00111 0-3 lose to Guy W Agency Dodgers. Winning pitcher Roger Yates limits the Giants while Bill Threlkeld takes the loss.
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Foster Tennis for Oldsters in Global Federation
United States China and 17 other nations formed the International Tennis Veterans Federation. The group aims to foster tennis among aging persons, encourage young players, and fight professionalism. Age limit set at over 45.
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Three-I League scores from Evansville and others
The Associated Press reported multiple Three-I League results with Evansville beating Peoria 5 to 3, Terre Haute 6 over Quincy 2, Keokuk 8 defeating Waterloo 1, and Burlington 11 over Cedar Rapids 8.
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Cincinnati Reds Shell-Hock the Hurlers
Cincinnati Reds surge to near first in the NL, powering past early slumps with strong hitting led by Frank Robinson and Gus Bell. Roy McMillan and Johnny Temple spark dazzling double plays as pitching improves and Ed Bailey edges Smokey Burgess for catching duties. A dramatic early-season turnaround reverberates through the league.
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I'll Murder The Bum Says 2-Ton
Hollywood star Tony Galento claimed to police he was robbed of two $100 bills hidden in his hotel room. He vowed to kill the thief if he found him. Fox announced he was chosen to portray a Kansas City gangster in a forthcoming film.
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Boyd Wins Ninth Straight With 10th Round KO Of Savage
Chicago boxer Bobby Boyd remains on Sugar Ray Robinson's radar after a 10th round knockout of Milo Savage at Chicago Stadium. Savage buckled from a right to the head in the final round and was briefly down. Illinois Athletic Commission officials later noted a possible rib injury. Boyd, weighing 158 1/2 and 159 1/4 pounds, seeks a Robinson title bid while opponents on the West Coast or Basilio-Saxton winner loom for Robinson.
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Belt Will Win Open Says Jackie Burke
New Rochelle New York Jackie Burke predicts Belt will win the Open after discussing his Masters breakthrough and current form. He cites putting under pressure on short courses and notes Tommy Bolt as a strong Open contender while reflecting on past major produce.
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Harry Cooper
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Annual Club Tourney At Green Hills
Mt Vernon Green Hills Country Club sets qualifying by June 17 for the annual championship tourney. The event uses four or five brackets of 16 players with first round matches due by June 24. First-round losers enter consolation brackets. the tourney uses a double-elimination format for the first time.
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Bold Ruler Sends Turf Buzz at Belmont Stakes Run
New York bettors and trainers buzz as Bold Ruler, a two year old colt trained by Sunny Jim Fitzsimmons and ridden by Eddie Arcaro, blasts five furlongs in 56 seconds at Belmont Park. The Juvenile Stakes for 2 year olds, worth 33975 dollars, saw the colt threaten track records but miss Jet Master’s 1951 pace by a narrow margin.
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Bold Ruler
Sunny Jim Fitzsimmons
Eddie Arcaro
Belmont Park
Jet Master
Scores Snapped Across League Action
In Minneapolis the American Association saw Minneapolis 4 Louisville 2, Charleston 4 St. Paul 3, Wichita 8 Omaha 2, Denver 5 Indianapolis 3 with St. Louis not listed. Results reflect a day of mixed outcomes for several clubs.
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St. Paul
Wichita
Omaha
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Major league batting and pitching leaders list with names
Key league leaders include Mantle of New York atop batting with .401 and 47 runs, Berra also strong with 52 RBIs, Kuenn leads doubles with 15, Mays hits 12, and Long ties for 16 home runs. Pitching leaders show Brewer at 8-1 and a 0.889, while Pascual has 60 strikeouts.
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Faulk Sets Pace in Triangle Round Robin Golf
Mary Lena Faulk of Thomasville Ga., leads the $12 000 Triangle Round Robin at Cavalier Yacht and Country Club Virginia Beach. She holds a four stroke edge into the tournament's second round of the 90 hole event as Mickey Wright of San Diego trails four strokes back with a plus 20 after par matching pace.
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Diaper Service At Ball Park
ST LOUIS The St. Louis Cardinals announce free diaper service will be available at Busch Stadium. The team offers this mothers aid as part of ball park amenities.
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Harris Refuses Mantle Shift as Boudreau Goes All In
Detroit manager Bucky Harris dismisses following Lou Boudreau’s right side shift against Mickey Mantle. Boudreau tried the shift against Mantle in Tuesday and again Wednesday, but Mantle went 0 for 4 with three strikeouts. Several AL managers doubt the shift will stop Mantle, noting his versatility and power. Mantle hit a homer and a single in the two-game series, though both hits came with the shift off.
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Henry Thompson In Good Shape After Concussion
ST LOUIS Third baseman Henry Thompson of the New York Giants rested comfortably and his condition is good, a hospital spokesman said. The 30 year old veteran suffered a severe concussion when hit by a pitch from Tom Poholsky in the fourth inning of the game against the St. Louis Cardinals, collapsing after his helmet was struck above the right ear. Discharge date not yet known, possibly later today.
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Forfeits Rule Two Softball League Night at Mt Vernon Park
Mt Vernon Tire Service was awarded 7 0 in a forfeit as Logan Street could not field a team. An exhibition followed where Western Auto beat Mt Vernon Tire 11 3 on a two hitter by Gene Mullins. Kim Driggers fueled Western Auto with two doubles and a three run homer. In the nightcap DeMolay and Woodlawn played an 18 14 slugfest after DeMolay led 8 7. An onfield incident led to a fan ban and a dispute with the umpire.
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Chicago-Bobby Boyd Remains Stopped at Mile Savage
In Salt Lake City Chicago competitor Bobby Boyd stops Mile Savage in a close race. Final results show Boyd at 158 percent and Savage at 15914, highlighting a surprising finish and strong pace from both runners during the event.
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