Giants and Indians Vie in Hot Race for Majors
Giants and Indians push toward fall classic as they topple rivals and inch toward series. Henry Thompson delivers a ninth inning three run homer for the Giants while Cleveland pushes with clutch hits and strong pitching to stay in chase behind leading Yankees and Dodgers.
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National League clash ends 7 6 as Guards top Milsom’s
Woven National Guard defeats Milsom’s 7 to 6 at Gaston Park with Nero earning his fifth win and a three game streak. Ciazza collects three hits for the winners while Falasco leads Lockleys with three hits on two homers in a 13 12 loss.
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Ross Pitches United RAFs to First in M I League
Greg Ross pitched the United RAFs to a 4-2 victory over the Merchants at Deshon, extending their win streak to four and putting Foundrymen in sole first place. Korab homered in the sixth with a man aboard for the decisive hit.
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Zernial Still On Philadelphia Athletics Roster
Philadelphia June 16 Gus Zernial the hard hitting outfielder remained on the Athletics roster despite his feud with manager Eddie Joost and speculation he might be traded His outburst over his sixth place batting order in last Friday's game against the Detroit Tigers was noted.
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West Coast and Oklahoma entrants in Langhorne 100-mile event
Two west coast speedsters and an Oklahoman entered the 100 mile National championships at Langhorne Speedway on Sunday. Manuela Ayulo of Burbank California Ellis Elisian of Yakima Washington and Jimmy Reece of Oklahoma City were listed among entrants.
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Yakima, Wash
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Oklahoma City
Berg and Suggs lead Western Open second round
Medallist Patty Berg and defending champion Louise Suggs advanced in the Western Open at Waukegan. Berg beat Gloria Armstrong 6 and 4, while Suggs won 4 to 2 against 14-year-old Mary Mills. Virginia Dennehy upset Marlene Bauer 4 and 3 in the first round.
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Forkey's Victory Boosts Confidence in Keystone Racers
Forkey, the sensational driver from New Castle, took the feature win last week and sparked new belief among Keystone State drivers. They claim the combination to challenge rivals like Steve Lesick of Salem and Ray Laughlin of Akron as Friday night racing returns across the district Nascar circuit.
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New Castle
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Salem
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Don Kroesen Top City Loop Hitter
Lawrence County Council to meet at Robinson’s restaurant on Butler Avenue. Lawrence County Sportsmen’s Association will host the event with city league figures in attendance.
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Corsi Softball Team Plans Evening Practice at Cascade Field
The Corsi softball team will hold daily practice at Cascade Field starting at six o'clock each evening. The squad plans to join a strong Double A league for next season.
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Three Games In Legion Circuit Schedule Tonight
Three games are slated in the American Legion Junior Baseball League with a double header at Flaherty field. F P A faces St Mary in the 6 PM opener, DeCarbo meets Cunningham in the nightcap, and Croton and Elliotts clash at George Washington field in the third game.
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Pirates Sign College Star and Mazeroski Inked Abroad
Pittsburgh reports Alvin Griggs a 21 year old Negro outfielder from Springfield Mass college signed by the Pirates. William S Mazeroski from England, a shortstop, has also agreed to a New Orleans contract.
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Daily Double At Saratoga Delivers 1279 Dollars
Dear Song, a six year old trotting mare, and Dor race to a daily double total of 1279.50 at Saratoga Raceway in New York. The crowd exceeds thirty thousand, and the note mentions a random fact about files.
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N. Y
Dear Song
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Saratoga Raceway
Bannister Mile Mark Declared Official by British Athletics
The British Amateur Athletic Association on Tuesday announced Bannister's mile mark as official, confirming the milestone under the governing body. The decision recognizes the historic time and the achievement within formal athletics records.
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