Somber Note Ends Connie Macks Long Athletics Career
New York NEA Sports Editor Harry Grayson reports Connie Mack faces a somber end after 50 years as Athletics manager. The Philadelphia Americans expect a $400,000 loss this trip, with the franchise for sale at about 3.2 million. Ownership may change next season as the Macks or Shibes exit amid financial strain and looming rebuild.
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Patty Wins Wimbledon Men's Singles Title
Budge Patty, once labeled an international playboy, defeats Frank Sedgman 6-1 8-10 6-2 6-4 to claim the All England championship before about 20,000 at Center Court. He credits quitting smoking for his improved form and dominance on service passing shots and net play.
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Gun Fired From Rooftop Kills Baseball Fan at Polo Grounds
A 14 year old Negro boy confessed to firing a .45 caliber bullet from a rooftop near the Polo Grounds during a double header between the Giants and Dodgers. The shot killed spectator Bernard Lawrence Doyle 54 of Fairview New Jersey who was seated in the stands. He claims the weapon was found in Central Park six months ago and fired into the air with no aim at Doyle. Police report the single shell was the only one in the gun. Also notes the Baltimore Colts signed two halfbacks Hank Witt and Joe Watt adding to their 1950 roster.
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Brunswick Legion Blanka Boonsboro in title hunt clash
Brunswick's Steadman Keenans face Clear Spring at Scheer Stadium as the Hub City Juniors gain ground in the American Legion Junior Baseball Tourney divisional race. Boonsboro edged Brunswick 3 0 in a rain shortened five and a half inning Twilight contest, Merriman stifling the visitors with a no hit effort. Brunswick remained a full game back after losses to Frederick and Hagerstown, with Williamsport looming as the key next opponent.
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Chandler Rules Sauer In All Star Lineup Dispute
Commissioner A B Chandler ordered Hank Sauer to be in the starting lineup for the National League in the All Star game at Comiskey Park. Cubs outfielder Sauer had been voted a starting slot, but Pirates manager Burt Shotton sought to replace him with Duke Snider due to left field balance. Frick and Harridge approved the change, then Chandler reversed the ruling after Cubs protest.
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Petersville Man Catches Large Maryland Bass
James Caniford of Petersville caught the largest small mouth bass in recent years on the Potomac River above Brunswick. The five pound nine ounce bronze back struck on the first cast using a small creek chub. Caniford brought the fish to Frederick for Shipley's fishing contest and declined to reveal the exact location. His father, John W. Caniford, also of Petersville, previously caught a four pounder and a three and a half pounder from the same hole last summer. He plans to have the fish mounted.
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Rookies Signed By Canadians In Error
Cleveland coach Paul Brown said two Browns rookies were signed by Ottawa Rough Riders in error. John Sandusky and Tom Clavin, former Villanova players, had signed contracts and bonuses with Ottawa without Brown’s knowledge. Brown spoke with Ottawa president Ed Emerson and expected amicable resolution. Sandusky may reconsider the Ottawa deal.
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Pirates Halt Cards' Rush in 9-1 Victory
Pittsburgh built a six-run first inning and defeated St. Louis 9-1 as Vernon Law earned his first major league win in a complete game. Connie Ryan stole home earlier in the day during the Reds 5-4 11-inning win over the Cubs. Curt Simmons earned his tenth win as the Phillies beat the Dodgers 7-2. Gene Woodling and Cliff Mapes homered for a 5-2 Yankees win over the Red Sox. Baseball results include Giants at Braves, and Browns at White Sox in doubleheader action.
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Treasure Hunt at Frederick Fairgrounds Teams Compete
Frederick Recreation Commission supervisors staged a treasure hunt at the Fairgrounds for Friday night. About 30 children took part with Betty Myers steering Team No 1 and Jimmy Murphy leading Team No 2. Team 1 found the treasure chest, a candy kisses package, first after following a clue trail on paper slips around the playground.
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Locals Rally To Clip McSherrystown In Penn Maryland Tilt
The Frederick Hustlers rallied for three runs in the seventh to edge the McSherrystown entry 5 to 4 at McCurdy Field. LeGore pitched effectively, scattering seven hits while Staub struggled. the Hustlers finally pushed across the decisive runs in the seventh, aided by key hits from Wagner and Trice. Stolen bases and errors shaped the early innings as McSherrystown led 4-2 before Frederick’s late surge.
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Baseball Scores From Yesterday and Tonight’s Matchups
Results yesterday show Cincinnati 5 beat Chicago 4, Pittsburgh 9 over St Louis 1, Philadelphia 7 defeated Brooklyn 2, Boston 8 toppled New York 2 over 711 innings. Tonight Philadelphia plays Brooklyn, St Louis faces Pittsburgh, Cincinnati meets Chicago, New York visits Boston in a night game.
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Locke Wins British Golf Championship at Troon
Bobby Locke captured the British Open at Troon with a 279 total on rounds of 69 72 70 68, breaking the 1932 record. Frank Stranahan led a Toledo trio with a 286, Johnny Bulla 288, and Jimmy McHale 290, as Stranahan’s late 66 could not overcome Locke’s steady play. The event was observed for its seacoast layout and 70 par course. Green Bay Packers sign Baldwin as a prized end from the defunct All America Conference, adding depth to the receiver corps after a 33 catch 310 yard season with the Buffalo Bills.
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Baseball scores and schedule from Chicago and others
A jumble lists scores Chicago 6-3 St Louis 2-4 Washington 7 Philadelphia New York 5 Boston 2 Detroit 4 Cleveland 2. It notes a second game 10 innings Boston at New York Washington at Philadelphia Cleveland at Chicago St Louis. A note mentions 131 varieties of native trees found in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina and Tennessee.
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Pitched Two Shut-Out Games in One Night
Carlos Pascual of Bee Spring, famed as Havana born third baseman, pitched two seven inning shutouts in one night against Odessa, allowing five hits, striking out 10, and edging the league leaders 8-0 and 4-0. He also stars as a fielder and hitter with strong bat and arm.
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Midget Softball Results From Fairgrounds and Nearby Parks
Friday evening s play featured scores at Fairgrounds Staley Park North East and Baker Park with East Sixth Street routing Washington Street 13 to 1. Upcoming schedule lists matches at Staley Park Fair Grounds Harmon Field and McCurdy Field with East Sixth at Staley Park and Baker Park at McCurdy Field.
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Weekend Baseball and Softball Roundup From Frederick Area
Saturday games feature Montgomery county league and Tri-County clashes with Frederick teams in action at multiple parks. Adamstown Independents rout Frederick Odd Sox 21-1 after taking 5-3 lead, then Fredericksonians triumph 11-5 for first league win. Mt. Evans highway noted as North Americas highest at 14 260 feet in Colorado.
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