Brooks Nip Reds to Lead as Dodgers Surge in pennant chase
Carl Furillo again leads the Dodgers in a 10th inning win over Cincinnati, boosting Brooklyn to a one game NL lead. Warren Spahn wins in a split series as Milwaukee and New York Giants each take a game, keeping the pennant race tight.
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Major League Standings and Today’s Schedule Highlights
National League standings show Brooklyn and Milwaukee leading divisions with Cincinnati and St Louis close behind. American League features New York and Chicago atop the table with battles for wild-card spots tightening. Tonight’s schedule includes key matchups across all four divisions and yesterday’s results feature Brooklyn edging Cincinnati 5 4 in ten innings.
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Tiger Pilot Rumors Tie Harris to Red Sox in 1957
Rumors spread among local papers that Detroit pilot Bucky Harris may join Boston Red Sox executive ranks next season. Cronin denied contact, Harris said he was flattered but unhappy, while reports noted no Tigers departure in 1957. Also highlights from yesterdays stars include Warren Spahn and Carl Furillo’s performances.
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Indians Plan Non playing role for Bob Feller as Rosen fades
Hank Greenberg says the Cleveland Indians will offer Bob Feller a non playing job while Al Rosen, 32, continues at third base. Rosen has a .269 average with 14 homers and 55 RBIs this season as Greenberg questions Feller’s return to the mound after a four month layoff.
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Major League Boxscores and Player Notes
Cincinnati beat Brooklyn in the opener 9-4 with Furillo and Jablonski homering and Hodges driving in runs. In the second game, Milwaukee topped New York 9-6 as Spahn pitched. postgame, Hall of Famer Bob Feller announced plans for a medical exam and possible retirement, signaling a shift from baseball to other pursuits. Feller also noted intention to remain in Cleveland.
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Malone school polio rule limits interscholastic play
Malone New York bans participation in interscholastic events to students inoculated against polio. The policy stems from 35 polio cases in nearby St. Lawrence County. The piece also notes Lou Gehrig's 1932 four home run game as a historical reference.
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New Pain Shrinking Treatment For Hemorrhoids Revealed
A new healing substance Bio-Dyne from a renowned research institute claims to shrink hemorrhoids and relieve pain without surgery. The method is offered in a drugstore form under a patient guarantee, concluding hopeful cases.
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Yankees Hope To Clinch Flag Tonight
The New York Yankees aim to clinch the pennant tonight in Chicago against the White Sox, with Whitey Ford facing Billy Pierce. New York needs one win in 10 games to seal the AL flag, while Milwaukee eyes the NL title. The Yankees hope for a favorable World Series matchup regardless of outcome.
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Boxing results from three bouts report tense decisions
New York match saw Pat McAteer of England defeat Jerry Luedee of New Haven by outpoint. New Orleans bout had Willie Vaughn of Hollywood outpoint Charley Joseph of New Orleans. In Monroe Clarence Cook of Monroe beat Del Flanagan of St Paul on points.
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