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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1964
Page
10
The Cincinnati Reds defeated the National League leading Philadelphia Phillies 6-4 to sweep a three game series and narrow the gap to 3 1/4 games. Vada Pinson homered twice driving in three as Cincinnati won its seventh in eight while Philadelphia struggles continue with nine games left.
Cincinnati acting manager Dick Sisler said the three game sweep of the league leading Phillies gives the Reds the chance to win the pennant. Cincinnati moved to 3 1/4 games back and face a five game set with the last place New York Mets at Shea Stadium after the off day. Vada Pinson hit two homers in the 6 4 win and said the team is smelling the series money now as they stay hot and loose. Gene Mauch of Philadelphia brushed off any pressure, insisting the Phils will stay on top and continue toward the pennant. The Reds have won seven of their last eight and momentum favors them with remaining games against the Phillies and Cardinals nearby.
National and American League leaders in batting runs hits doubles and more are listed. Notable names include Clemente Mays Oliva and Killebrew with standout totals across categories. Six stakes races during the NYRA 1963 season were split into two divisions due to high entry counts.
The piece profiles Harry Hopman the Davis Cup captain as a stern disciplinarian losing his edge. It contrasts his tough public persona with modern players Emerson and Stolle defying rules by drinking beer and smoking. It notes Australia’s Cup losses since 1950 despite top talent and hints at evolving player autonomy.
The standings show Phila at 90 68 .588 with four at home and five away remaining. Cincinnati 86 66 .566 has five home and five away left, St. Louis 84 67 .556 with six home and five away, San Francisco 85 68 .556 with six home and four away. New York 93 59 .612 leads as others chase with several games left including Detroit, Baltimore, Chicago and Houston in remaining schedules.
Chuck McKinley and Dennis Ralston face a potential last Davis Cup challenge as they defend the title against Australia at Harold T. Clark Stadium. McKinley, 24, plans to leave tennis for stocks and bonds, possibly Wall Street, while Ralston, 22, weighs turning pro after finishing at USC. They meet Roy Emerson and Fred Stolle in singles and doubles on the clay arena, with the draw set for 11 a.m. EST. Barbara Romack leads the LPGA social committee.
The Yankees stretch ahead in the pennant race as they sweep a doubleheader from Cleveland 4-3 in 11 innings and 6-4. Ramos earns both wins in relief. Linz’s harmonica episode is noted as a catalyst for a 24-9 run in 33 games.
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