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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1966
Page
13
Vernon Law warmed up with a strong bullpen outing to lift the Pirates over the Phillies 6-4, snapping a rough stretch and inching ahead of San Francisco in the NL standings. Cincinnati’s win over the Giants tightened the race as Dodgers, Cubs, Astros, and Mets posted other NL results.
Houston AP report on Whitey Ford, New York Yankees pitcher, entering Texas Medical Center Hospital for an exam of his ailing left hand. Ford, 37, was placed on the disabled list again this season after cramps in his fingers.
The Almaden mine in Spain provided much of the mercury used in the United States and may have been in operation as early as 400 B.C. The historical note highlights the mine as a long standing global source of mercury dating back ancient times.
Dennis Ralston and Clark Graebner advanced to the second round of the National Doubles Tennis Tournament after a tight five set win over Jerry Cromwell and Jim Osborne. Defending champs Emerson and Stolle had an easier time and moved into the third round. Rain delayed early rounds for the top women players.
Red Scrapper collapsed during the third race at Scarborough Downs in Scarborough Maine. Jockey Ben Slaughter was hospitalized for X rays and evaluation after the incident.
The Washington Redskins announced the release of rookie tackle Dave Powless from Illinois.
Jackson County boys 4-H defeated La Salle County 5-1 to win the state title while the girls 4-H team beat Tatwell County 9-0. Open class girls repeated as champions after Jackson County finished second to Adams County 5-1 in the final.
National League standings show Pittsburgh ahead of San Francisco and Los Angeles with St. Louis and Cincinnati in pursuit. Wednesday results include Chicago defeating New York 6 to 5 and Pittsburgh beating Philadelphia 6 to 4. American League updates list Baltimore atop with Detroit close behind, plus multiple results from Wednesday games across divisions.
Frank Robinson sat out the Triple Crown talk despite hitting his 40th homer and driving in three runs in a 10-4 loss to Cleveland. The Orioles star rose to 41 homers and 95 RBIs, trails Boog Powell in RBIs, and shares the AL batting lead at .317. He noted 50 homers could be reachable with games left, and celebrated two homers in the night for his daughter Nichelle while eyeing his birthday the next week in Cleveland.
John W. Comerio of Herrin Illinois will attend the Army Artillery Officers Candidate School after eight weeks of basic and advanced training. He is a Herrin High School graduate and holds a Master of Science from the University of Illinois. His parents run Comeric's Bakery in Herrin.
Carlisle driven by Billy Haughton wins the $25,000 American National Stake for 3 year old trotters at Sportsman's Park in 2 02 1 5. Governor Armbro finishes second with Polaris third and All American fourth. Kerry Way breaks stride and others follow as 9 850 attend.
In a preview of the four game Pirate series, Cardinal fans clung to a fleeting 1964 vibe but face slim odds to reach 95 wins. The article notes attendance records, contending teams, and the slim path for St Louis as Giants Dodgers Orioles Tigers and others vie for the milestone. It also shares notes on pool icon Minnesota Fats, Little League in Williamsport, and Hambletonian tuneups, plus local softball results and tonight’s high school schedule.
Miami coach George Wilson says his Dolphins are coming around after a 28-16 setback to Denver, noting 16 points is their season high and defensive effort improves in the second half led by Frank Emmanuel and Willie West. Denver coach Mac Speedie calls Miami underrated as the exhibition schedule continues Friday with a doubleheader in Cleveland.
Vernon Law and Pirates relief duo pitched six scoreless innings of one hit to beat Philadelphia 64 and regain the National League lead. Vada Pinson of the Reds hit a grand slam and two doubles in a 9-4 win over the Giants.
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