Braves Take Narrow Lead In NL Over Cardinals
Milwaukee's pace quickened as Warren Spahn pitched a four hitter to beat Cincinnati 6 0 and move the Braves a game and a half ahead of St Louis. The Cardinals split with Chicago dropping to a half game back. Indians and White Sox gained on the idle Yankees in the American League as Detroit rallied for 9 8 baseball upset.
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Frick Seeks Speedier Baseball As Milwaukee Hope Grows
Commissioner Ford Frick laments long games and slow play citing a 3 hour 52 minute Yankees Red Sox contest. He worries about night games and bullpen delays while noting efforts to speed pace. He praises Milwaukee’s potential big league future and fan support despite cold weather.
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Hubbers Lead WT N M League After Seven Games
Action-filled Tuesday in the West Texas New Mexico League left Lubbock atop the standings. Rene Vega pitched a six hitter in a 7-1 Hubbers win over Albuquerque while Clovis split a doubleheader at Plainview and Berger swept Abilene 5-3 and 11-6. Amarillo and Pampa won in high scoring games with Pampa breaking a 7-7 tie on a grand slam by Quincy Barbee and the Gold Sox splashing to an 11-7 nightcap victory.
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Coronation Color Records Mary Margaret McBride to Lead KSWS Coverage
Mary Margaret McBride, dubbed The First Lady of Radio, and Lord John Kilbracken will cover London’s Coronation for KSWS and ABC Radio. McBride hosts 4:30 to 7:30 a.m. live and 7 to 8 p.m. highlights with Kilbracken, who will join after the Abbey ceremonies to share firsthand experiences.
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Influential Supporter Pushes Browns Move to Baltimore
A powerful backer signals intent to relocate the St. Louis Browns to Baltimore when next asked. The move would shift an American League franchise to a major East Coast market, with potential impacts on fan base and regional rivalries.
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Bears Add NC State Tackle Hillman to 1953 Roster
Chicago Bears announce the signing of 230 pound tackle Jim Hillman from North Carolina State for the 1953 NFL season. Coach George Halas says Hillman excels at blocking on pass plays and will strengthen the line.
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Negro Player Signs with St. Louis Cardinals Farm
Leonard Tucker a 23 year old college student became the first Negro baseball player to sign with the St. Louis Cardinal organization. Tucker an outfielder was given a contract with Fresno in the California State League and is a student at Fresno State College.
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County Offices To Close Saturday For Memorial Day
County clerk assessor and treasurer departments at the courthouse will be closed all day Saturday May 30 Memorial Day. Employees will quit Friday afternoon and not return until Monday morning. The holiday means only a half day off since offices close at noon on Saturdays year around.
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Golf Tournament Sponsors Try to iron Out Troubles
Sponsors and PGA officials met in St. Louis to resolve a growing dispute over dates and top players. Despite a four hour closed session no decision was reached, with sponsors demanding guaranteed dates and players while players seek higher prize money, especially on the winter tour.
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New Radio Station KBIM Opens in Roswell
A third radio station is operating in Roswell. KBIM transmits at 1000 watts from East Second east of Atkinson from 6 a.m. to 6 45 p.m. Official opening on June 3 with 910 on the dial.
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Eagles Sign 42 Players to 1953 NFL Contracts
Philadelphia Eagles announce that 42 players have signed 1953 contracts with the team. The news confirms a large offseason roster move as club details remain to be finalized.
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POW Shot Killed During Escape Attempt Near Pusan
The UN Prisoner of War Command reports a Communist POW was shot and killed Sunday while attempting to escape from a stockade near Pusan Korea.
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Winter tour stops add $10,000 prize money
The winter tour stops now offer ten thousand dollars in prize money, boosting incentives for competitors as the circuit progresses. The increased purse signals growing support from sponsors and organizers for top finishes.
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