Chisox Beat Tigers In 14 Inning Opening Day
Chicago White Sox pull off a 7 2 victory over Detroit in a 14 inning opener. Nelie Fox drives a two run homer after Sam Esposito’s two out single as Chicago clubs 15 hits in four hour 30 minute marathon.
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1959
Page
6
Chicago White Sox pull off a 7 2 victory over Detroit in a 14 inning opener. Nelie Fox drives a two run homer after Sam Esposito’s two out single as Chicago clubs 15 hits in four hour 30 minute marathon.
DETROIT AP The near freezing cold failed to deter Bill Veeck as he reentered baseball’s official fold as majority stock holder of the Chicago White Sox. In a 14 inning marathon the Sox beat the Detroit Tigers 9 to 7. Veeck sat in his box, wore a blue jacket, and stayed warm while cheering the Sox and bantering with fans, despite the numbing chill. Fox doubled and Jim Landis lined a first inning hit into a double play, drawing a boisterous reaction from Veeck.
Washington AP report says Orioles manager Paul Richards will start 20-year-old Jerry Walker on the mound for today's one game against the Senators with earlier plans intact to use Milt Pappas and Arnold Portocarrero in tomorrow's doubleheader. Uncertainty in outfield due to Gene Woodling's shoulder and Bobby Avila's cold may alter assignments near game time.
Solly Hemus is back on the St. Louis Cardinals active list as the club purchases two minor league pitchers Howard Nunn and Bob Gibson to reach the 28-man limit. Nunn comes from Omaha of the American Association and Gibson from Rochester of the International League. Curt Simmons has a bone chip removed from his pitching arm at Temple Hospital, with doctors predicting a three week recovery to resume throwing, though eligibility to start throwing remains uncertain. Simmons remains on the disabled list for 30 days.
The Game and Inland Fish Commission set Maryland's 1959 hunting season after a public hearing with farm and conservation groups. Buck seasons run Dec 12 with bow season Oct 22 to Nov 14. no doe season in Allegany, Garrett, Frederick, or Washington. extended doe season in Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, Dorchester, and Kent counties Dec 17-18. Waterfowl and mourning doves remain under federal control.
Baseball standings show teams like Chicago Cleveland Boston New York and Baltimore with mixed results. Friday results include Chicago 9 Detroit 7 in Cleveland 6 Kansas City 4 Boston at New York rain and multiple National League games across Milwaukee Philadelphia San Francisco Cincinnati Los Angeles St Louis Pittsburgh Chicago and more.
Damascus High School defeated the Frederick JV track team 35 32 to 49 4 led by Louie Abrahams who scored 18 points and anchored the Add-yard relay. Frederick was led by Sam Marrone and Jim Bowers in individual scoring. JVs showed improvement as a unit with strong sprint and relay performances.
British boxer Brian London finally secured his visa and heads to the United States for a world heavyweight title bout with Floyd Patterson. London, 24, departs for New York with his father and brother and plans a stop there before Indianapolis showdown. A return bout clause exists in the contract and London will earn 375000. London had lost his British title to Henry Cooper earlier this year.
Mike Fetchick shot 67 to follow an opening 66 for a 133 total, holding a three stroke lead at the halfway point of the Greater Greensboro Open. Art Wall Stan Leonard and Dow Finsterwald shared second at 136, with Vail and Finsterwald posting 68s.
Walkersville dominated Taneytown 79 to 24 in a muddy dual track meet on Friday at Walkersville. The Lions swept field events and sprints with 10 firsts to Taneytown’s 2, and later host Lincoln Tuesday. An exhibition baseball game between Walkersville and the Doubs is set for Sunday at 2 at the Walkersville school diamond.
Saturday morning at the Arcade bowling alley trophies were given by Paul Main, committee chairman, to members of winning teams in the Junior Chamber of Commerce sponsored event. Girls winner was the Babs team, boys junior league winner the Senator team, and junior boys winner the Colts. Major League Stars by The Associated Press mentions Warren Spahn shutout the Pirates on seven hits. Other sports notes include Nellie Fox hitting and a Maryland win over Fordham.
Syracuse AP. Rosi Kaynes Ryff stopped Franklin Ryff in the third round Friday night to punch a lightweight title shot bid. Kaynes Ryff, cut over the right eye, landed a sharp right then two left hooks to force a stoppage at 2 1/2 minutes of the third, as Ryff collapsed and could not beat the count.
The East Frederick Little League announces tryouts at 5:30 p.m. on April 4 5 6 and 7 at Maryland Avenue Park. A player auction for Hour teams is scheduled for Saturday April 18 with four teams competing. Sponsors Hill Side Coal Co Jaycees R F Kline and H B Duval expect close competition during the May 18 to August 1 season. Maryland Avenue Park received new baseline fences and a backstop, and teams will wear new uniforms with improved equipment.
Syracuse pugilist Rost stops Frankie Ruff in New York. Rome fighter Douglas stops Calcaterra in Italy. Hiamsville Springer game features Yellow Springs at Shamsville in the Maryland State League. Practice game at Bush Creek Park set for 2 p.m. with players to arrive by 1 p.m.
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