Souchak Wins Flint Open In Dramatic Final Round
Mike Souchak outlasted Gay Brewer Jr and Art Wall Jr by one stroke to win the Flint Open at Flint, Michigan, finishing 282 after a 69 final round. Brewer, Wall, and Don Finsterwald chased him with late charges as Souchak sealed the $9,000 first prize and a late major victory.
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Pirates Lead NL After July Fourth Shock of Losses
The Pittsburgh Pirates sit atop the National League after a holiday stretch, building a 3 game lead as Milwaukee and San Francisco falter. Key games featured Haddix’s complete game win over the Braves, a low scoring Cubs tie at Wrigley after 14 innings, and strong hitting from Skinner, Stuart, and Burgess fueling a 6-1 Pirates lead before late drama.
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Vulcanizing Service Ad Recaps Ottawa Tire Shop
An old style notice advertises vulcanizing for cars trucks and tractors at Ottawa on Route 4 with phone contact in Centropolis. The short item presents a compact business card style offer for tire repairs and recapping services.
Wright Wins LPGA Tourney With Birdie Pace
Mickey Wright of San Diego won the sixth LPGA Championship in French Lice Ind after a final round 71 to finish at 292. She claimed 1500 dollars, becoming the first two time winner. Louise Suggs finished second at 295, Betsy Rawls took third at 301.
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Indians Club A's Twice To Cut New York Lead
The Cleveland Indians swept a July 4 doubleheader from the Kansas City A's 4-0 and 7-4, cutting the New York Yankees’ AL lead to one game. Gary Bell pitched a three hitter for his first win in a month, with Jimmy Piersall back in action and a late offense fueled by Ken Aspromonte and Johnny Romano homers.
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Nationalist China to Send 60-Man Team to Rome Olympics
Taipei AP reports Nationalist China plans a 60-man delegation for the Rome Olympic Games. The team will arrive in Rome only a week before the start to minimize costs, with final athlete selections to be announced next week.
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Auto Parts Ad From Local Shop
Auto Part Specialists complete stocks of ignitions piston rings mufflers tail pipes tires batteries accessories brake shoes brake kits bearings bushings inserts chemicals hose fan belts Harry Smith 27 years old 110 South Main phone CH 2 1522.
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Tigers Beat Tigers Tie Broken by Cash Homer in Game Two
In the second game Norm Cash hit a sixth inning home run to break the tie and give the win to Dave Sisler who worked five shutout innings in relief. Bob Shaw took the loss after allowing four hits. Debris from Tiger fans caused a distraction during play.
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