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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1955

Page

5

Few Injuries Reported in All-Star Game at Missions Field

San Antonio report notes minimal injuries amid an All-Star game at Mission Stadium. Pitchers Hollmig and Quintana lead early scoring. Wise, Taylor, and Hunter receive playtime as Modica, Gosney, Bertman, and Barak contribute on the mound and at bat. Final line shows tentative stats with limited data and a 2 run tally.

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San Antonio Missions Win Streak Hopes Rise Again

San Antonio seeks a seventh straight win as the Missions ride tighter pitching and clutch hitting to rebound from a rough stretch. Manager Don Heffner expresses cautious optimism while a large crowd anticipates Family Night as Mel Heid aims for his 15th win against Mike Clark. Sunday’s double header vs Beaumont featured comeback thrills and strong relief pitching.

San Antonio Missions Don Heffner Wood Missions Dallas Beaumont Stan McIlvaine Mel Heid Mike Clark Witty Quintana Bob Caffery Stan Hollmi Holimig Caffery Tiple Beaumont Chunklers Bob Schmitt Mike Buratk Pat Gosney Bob Montag Don Hunter Ben Taylor Frank Fanovich Lee Rohlender Kal Segrist

All Star Game Selections Highlight Rested Pitchers

Managers Lopez and Durocher boast a wide pitcher pool for the All Star Game with Early Wynn likely to start for the Americans against a power laden National League lineup led by Musial Snider Mays Banks and Mathews. The game aims to showcase rested arms and strong bats in a National League favored clash.

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Injuries Fatal To Jerry Hoyt

Race driver Jerry Hoyt died in an Oklahoma City hospital after a crash at the state fairgrounds. The 26 year old Indianapolis native, married two weeks, suffered fatal injuries when his car hit a retaining wall during the opening race. Hoyt had topped qualifiers in the 500 and started from the pole before mechanical trouble and a wheel fault led to the crash.

Oklahoma City Jerry Hoyt State Fairgrounds Indianapolis Hoyt Bob Sweikert

Dodgers face pennant odds after 1951 nostalgia

A New York writer notes it is possible the Brooklyn Dodgers could win the National League pennant by a long victory streak, reflecting on the 1951 season when an 18 1/2 game lead faded after Aug 11. The piece contrasts that team with today’s depth and pitching, cautioning against injuries derailing a push.

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Branca’s Rising Peak Amid Giants Tilt and Trials

The account recalls Ralph Branca’s rise as the Giants faltered, noting a stretch through August where he posted a 16-3 mark and seemed poised for a standout season. It highlights a division of fortunes as the manager sought wins to sustain the team’s surge.

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Dodgers Aim for Back-to-Back World Series Titles

A fragmented 1940s era reminiscence notes Dodgers star power with Roy Campanella and Jackie Robinson, mentions 1942 and 1952 seasons, and hints at expectations of another Braves-like run. It references strong Dodgers hitters and a cautious, confident club aiming for a repeat flag despite skeptical observers.

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Tee the ball properly for better golf

I urge golfers to tee up properly. Vary tee height by club type to gain a legitimate advantage and improve play.

Runnels to undergo appendicitis surgery

Washington July 71 The Washington Senators said star second baseman Pete Runnels will be operated on tomorrow for appendicitis and is expected to be out for at least two weeks. Baylor-bound Lankford enters Texas Coaching School All Star game with 523 points in 27 games.

Washington INS Washington Senators Pete Runnels Runnels Lankford Baylor Waco Gajlena Park Baylor University Texas jCoaching San Antonio

Sunday School SOP Tball Monday Schedule at Catalina Park

The schedule lists girls and boys basketball games at Catalina Park and Base Eileen field. Senior Girls feature Zien Dutherar against Los Angeles Heights Presbyterian at 8 p.m. Northside Baptist vs Laurel Heights Methodist also at 8 p.m. Manor Baptist meets Jefferson Methodist, with other church matchups noted earlier in the day.

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Monday Softball Schedule Sparks AAS League Action

Readable fragment shows Monday schedule in the AAS League with matches between Kelly Flyers and Pearl Saints at 7 p.m. The pairing appears in a local sports brief.

Kelly Flyers Pearl Saints

Dallas Beats Cats Twice in Texas League Action

The Dallas team defeated Tulsa and Oklahoma City in a doubleheader, 6-2 and 4-2, with standout performances from Gray, Anderson, and Tugerson. Oklahoma City tallies and Shreveport results accompany the recap of recent league play and box scores.

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Local League Schedule Listings From Dellview Onward

A dense set of game times and matchups across districts includes Dellview Dell Village Northwest Optimist Harlandale Milam Chevys and more. Notable pairings feature Jefferson state Beakys Quincy Lee Homes American Laundry vs Worldhagen and Olmos Pharmacy against Alamo National Bank with several 6 to 8 pm kickoffs.

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