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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1955
Page
3
The Cleveland Indians hammered four Washington pitchers for 15 hits in an 8 to 5 win with Larry Doby and Bobby Avila each collecting three. Bob Lemon allowed 10 of the Senators' 12 hits but earned his ninth win, with Mike Garcia finishing in relief. ChuckStebbs took the loss for Washington.
In a slugfest at Baker Park the Elks toppled Tall Cedars 17 to 9. Coulter walked seven times for Costas who issued nine free passes, while five Tall Cedars errors aided the Elks unearned runs. Ellis and L Grove starred with multiple hits including a triple by D. Grove.
Major league standings and tonight schedules across the American and National Leagues. Key matchups include Kansas City at Washington Chicago at New York Cleveland at Boston Detroit at Baltimore and Philadelphia at Chicago with game times around 7 p.m. and 12 p.m. respectively. Last night Cleveland defeated Washington 8-3 and New York beat Baltimore 3-1 as Petrait, Resten, and Johnson delivered runs.
Six Maryland Babe Ruth Leagues met to set the state tournament dates at Frederick. The regional tourney will follow in early August at Frederick with games July 26 to 28. Teams include Northeast Baltimore YMCA Greenbelt Westminster Havre de Grace and Brunswick as Bravus reps discussed state and regional rounds.
Laurel Raceway hosts the Laurel Invitational Free-Forest Pace Trial with eight top pacers led by the Maryland miracle mile horse Hillsota and Forbes. The event seeks a two minute pace, with Hillsota aiming to lower a 2:00.45 Maryland record as part of a strong eight-horse field in a $10,000 triple crown context.
Seven American League clubs blocked a Weiss bid to trade for Ned Garver, denying the Yankees a top pitcher as Casey Stengel searches for a sixth pennant in seven seasons. Weiss clung to hope of a win without weakening the bench. other clubs stood firm against a repeat of past Orioles-style deals.
Tri County defeats Maryland State League 13 to 7 at McCurdy Field in a curtailed seven inning all stars exhibition. Pud Zimmerman shines for Tri County with strong pitching as Price Electric and Shells vie for runs. curfew ends the game after seven frames.
Lavellsville defeated Brunswick in a wild, wooly game at Scheer Stadium. Weddle pitched for People's Home aided by Deneen's relief. Brunswick's Fleming and English yielded walks and hits in a hectic seventh inning. Moose prepare for Point of Rocks in the next league clash.
Archie Moore faced weight restrictions as he prepared for a title defense against Babe Olson. Dr. Nardiello examined Moore and warned there is no problem making weight for the planned September shot at Rocky Marciano. Helfand of the athletic commission observed the weigh in setup and promised commission backing if Moore makes the limit.
Local youth baseball results from Thursday include Shells Oil defeating Price Electric 10 to 4 at Huskey Park. Standings show Kiwanis and Rotary with mixed records as Excelsior Dairy also posted a win.
The Associated Press notes Tommy Byrne of the New York Yankees pitched the first complete game for the staff since June 3, fanning nine and allowing four hits as New York defeated Detroit 3-2. Ted Kluszewski of the Cincinnati Redlegs had his third hit and second homer to help beat Brooklyn 648, tying Duke Snider for the majors' home run lead at 2n.
Vic Eison of Brooklyn knocked out Felix Var gas in Los Angeles while Cal Brad outpointed John Harding in San Francisco. Yvon Durelle stopped Jimmy Garcia in Baie Ste. Anne, N B after a fast Puerto Rico five round card.
Patchy stats list from the National League with leaders in runs, doubles, triples, and home runs. Mentions Mantle, Snider, Aaron, and other players with scattered team references and a note on a nomadic Sahara people.
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