Indians Ride Paige to Key Win in pennant push
Satchel Paige pitched effectively in relief to boost the Cleveland Indians over the Athletics and tighten the lead in the pennant race. The doubleheader split left Cleveland one game ahead of New York as Paige showed continued effectiveness at age 39 in support of a strong lineup including Larry Doby and Ken Kellner.
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Beckley Post 32 Seeks Tenth Straight Today in Princeton Clash
Beckley Post 32 aims for a tenth consecutive win as it travels to Princeton to face the Beckley 32 squad and Welch-Beckley Post 70 in a full set of league tilts. The day includes Hinton at Oak Hill and Mt Hope hosting Bluefield, with pitching plans and timing noted for each game.
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Television Caused Loss in Williams Jack Fight
Promoter Herman Taylor says he will not televise fights without insured protection after losing $10,000 on the Williams versus Jack bout. He blamed a reduced gate from television and noted net receipts of $60,702 with Williams paid $30,000 and Jack $13,071.45.
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Field of Eight Scheduled For Hollywood Handicap
In Inglewood California the $100 000 Hollywood Gold Cup Handicap drew a probable field led by On Trust Stepfather Autocrat Shannon On Trust among others. The field includes Chlliverry Challenging Capl Flagg Pay Me with Pay Me the only former plater in the mix. The list echoes the July 5 American Handicap lineup with minor changes. Browns Sign Two Backs
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Elks Edge Moose 3-2 In City League Thriller
The Elks beat the Moose 3-2 as Shanks led a late rally by loading the bases with a squeeze bunt and Yost driving in the decisive run. Clyde Davis and Scott provided early offense in a tight City Softball League contest that also introduced bleacher seats for 25 cents, with special 16 cent admission for accompanied children.
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Standings Update and Results From The Day
Standings show Cleveland and Philadelphia leading the league with strong records. Yesterdays results include wins by Cleveland over Philadelphia and by Boston over Detroit, with New York and St. Louis splitting games. Tonight Detroit hosts Boston while Cleveland visits Philadelphia and Chicago visits Washington.
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Maben Triumphs 8-3 as Warden Stars in Softball League
Maben held off a late rally to beat Virginian 8 to 3 in Slab Fork Softball League action. Jay Warden earned his sixth win with strong defense and timely hits from Ray Caldwell and Frank, while Alva Richmond filled in at catcher amid injuries. Wyco fell 14 to 11 to Rebels, as DAntoni outlined All Star selections and a night game under new field lights.
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Black Knight edges Sports Center in Berkley Junior League
Black Knight rallied from behind to defeat Sports Center 6 to 5 in a Berk ley Junior League game at WWHS yesterday evening. The score was 5-4 in the fourth before the Knights two in the fifth gave the winning margin as standings and player lists tighten to 15.
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Amiga and Sophia Meet in County A League Playoff Tilt
Amiga hosts Sophia in a twilight County A League playoff game at 5:38 p.m. The fixture is the first half of a July 4 postponed doubleheader, with the second game rescheduled for next Tuesday and a potential further rain date on Thursday if needed.
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