Palmer seeks Colonial crown despite past woes
Arnold Palmer, aiming for the Colonial National Invitation title at Colonial Country Club, tries for the eighth time to conquer the difficult 7,112-yard layout. He recalls a string of rough rounds here but notes his recent good form and the course’s twin par fives and tight fairways have tested him before. Palmer, one of 58 invited guests, returns as a top contender amid stern defence of last year’s win and a tougher setup since Doug Sanders’ 281 winning score.
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25-Man Roster Deadline Tonight
Major league clubs moved toward the 25-man limit as cuts hit rosters. Ruben Amaro was recalled to national service, Hal Smith shifted to coaching, and several players including Billy Consolo Ted Wills Ed Keegan Tracy Stallard Billy Muffett Mer ritt Ranen faced moves with teams like Philadelphia Boston Cincinnati Seattle and the Angels.
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Keane Chosen as Wheeling Ironmen Head Coach
John Walsh of Wheeling Ironmen announces Tom Keane of Bellaire Ohio as head coach. Keane, a former Ohio State West Virginia quarterback and Belmont County deputy sheriff, played for Rams Texans Colts Cardinals and later coached in Cardinals Calgary.
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Casey Stengel Eyes Mets Rise From Last Place
CHICAGO UP I Case y Stengel says New York Mets aim to climb from last in NL after 3 1 victory over Chicago Cubs. Jay Hook held strong, Hodges at first base shined with two key plays in eighth and ninth, as Mets improve to 5 16 while Cubs fall to 6 20.
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East Bank Favored To Win Baseball Title
East Bank High School rides a 13-0 start under Coach Joe Butta as key players Burke Berry Pack bat strongly and pitcher Mullens leads with 4-0. The Pioneers, facing financial woes, hope donations revive the team as title contenders in the state.
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Stoops Named Honorary Coach of Gold Eleven
Morgantown West Virginia UPI Lowry M Stoops WVU assistant athletic director retiring July 1 named honorary coach of the Gold team for the football intra squad game Saturday The Blue team coach is Ira E Rat Rodgers also retiring July 1 The tilt replaces the Alumni game this year and climaxes spring drills
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Moyer to Fight Wright in May Ten-Rounder at MSG
Madison Square Garden officials announced two ten round bouts to be nationally televised. Denny Moyer of Portland will meet Ted Wright of Detroit on May 26, and Jorge Fernandez of Argentina will face Charley Scott of Philadelphia on June 2.
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18 Year Old Shortstop Signed By Houston Colts
Houston Colts sign Martin Fred Ruck an 18-year-old shortstop from El Paso to a contract with the Durham farm club in the Class B Carolina League. The club also sells 29-year-old outfielder Jack Waters who played last year with the Houston Buffs to Syracuse of the International League.
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Purkey Aims For Even Split In Cincinnati Reds Clash
Cincinnati matchup pits Bob Purkey (4-0) against Art Mahaffey (2-3) of the Philadelphia Phillies. Mahaffey, ill with flu, joins ailing Phils as Reds ace Jim O'Toole suffers his fourth loss in four innings. Phillies veteran Billy Klaus starred with three hits and a two run homer in Tuesday's 6-4 win, making two errors but delivering key plays including a notable first NL homer and a stolen hit later in the game.
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Pagliaroni Breaks Take-Hitter Habit For Red Sox
Boston catcher Jim Pagliaroni, once a cautious take hitter, says a spring chat with Rudy York helped him stop waiting for perfect pitches. He now swings more freely and has raised his average to .338, aiming to emulate Elston Howard's consistency as a top hitter in the American League.
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Kiwanis Bowl Gets NCAA Approval for 1962 Game
The NCAA approved the Kiwanis Senior Bowl all star game held in Williamson West Virginia between teams from southern West Virginia and eastern Kentucky. A special committee led by A J Bergstrom approved it paving the way for players with NCAA member college athletic scholarships to participate. West Virginia and Kentucky organizers note closer scrutiny of all star games amid past crackdowns.
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Coast League's Negro Ump Would Be 1st In Big Show
Emmett Ashford, 43, enters his 11th pro umpiring season in the Pacific Coast League with an eye on reaching the major leagues. As the first Black umpire in organized baseball, he faces racial barriers yet shows enthusiasm and resilience. He recalls pioneering days, tough moments with fans, and his resolve to break into the majors nonetheless.
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Palmer Running Away In Earnings Race
Palmer leads the money race in pro golf after winning the Tournament of Champions in Las Vegas, pushing his season total to 52,308. Billy Casper Jr is second with 31,008, followed by Gene Littler 25,391, Phil Rodgers 20,114, and Bob Nichols 19,228. Gary Player remains in the top five with 15,000 plus.
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Last Dodo Said to Die in 1689
A historical note claims the final known dodo perished in 1689 marking the extinction event. The statement reflects historical records and later reconstructions of the species fate in Mauritius.
Francis Solves X Quantity He Needed To Start For Bucs
Earl Francis, Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander, says confidence let him move from bullpen to starting rotation. He reflects on 1961 rough start, praise from manager Danny Murtaugh and teammate Bob Friend, and notes a planned start against the Milwaukee Braves after a weather interruption. Francis cites a 1-2 record and hopes for 15 to 20 wins with a steadfast curve, change-up, and fastball.
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Paul Allen Declines Marshall for Indiana University
Huntington High fullback Paul Allen, WV Player of the Year, rejected a Marshall University scholarship. He aims for Indiana University after tests at IU and may be joined by his brother Bill. Marshall had also seen center Bob Dennison commit to Indiana. Allen led with 277 points on 46 touchdowns last season.
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Be cking Scorers Sought For Little League
Delbert Thurman of Beckley Elks Western Little League and Charles McDaniel of the Eastern division seek volunteers to train as scorers. They say official scoring is essential to maintain pitching and playing records. Interested mothers, fathers, or Little League graduates should call to bid for the summer role.
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Lehigh Hanover Escapes Injury in Fall at Westbury
Lehigh Hanover, a top contender for the $169,430 Messenger Stakes at Roosevelt Raceway, escaped Tuesday’s tumble with only minor injuries and is cleared to race in a Friday night prep. Also notes Britannica dating of domesticated chickens to southeastern Asia around 1500 B C.
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New River and East Gulf win tight softball openers
New River claims a 21 19 victory over Mabscott as Cook homers and Turner goes 4 for 5 while Mabscott’s Wade hits a homer. East Gulf tops W Va Casket 9 6 with Castanon brothers matching three hits each and Ellison on the mound. Ballard Stadium hosts Mabscott vs New River and East Gulf vs Casket in tonight’s two games.
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