Musial's Bat Sparks Cards to 5-4 Win Over Phillies
Stan Musial homered and drove in three as the St. Louis Cardinals topped the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4. Musial went 3 for 5 with a two-run double and a triple, lifting St. Louis into a fifth-place tie with Cincinnati. Harvey Haddix earned his third win in relief, while Johnny Podres absorbed the loss for Brooklyn. The cardinals’ triumph came amid a crowded pennant race scene across the league, with hits and blows affecting several standings battles.
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Fanfare sacrifice fly in second game by rookie Ceccarelli
In the second game Art Ceccarelli, a rookie, fielded a pitch that led to a sacrifice fly and an At bat where the batter attempted an intentional walk. The play highlighted Ceccarelli’s early impact on the matchup and the strategy employed by the opposing team to challenge him.
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Yesterday and Today Baseball Scores Roundup
National League results show St Louis 5 Philadelphia 4, Chicago 4 Pittsburgh 3, Brooklyn 4 Cincinnati 0, Milwaukee 13 New York 4. American League games include Detroit 4 New York 3 in 12 innings and Boston 9 Cleveland 5.
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Boxing results from multiple cities show close decisions
In Ocean Park Jorge Macias 140 from Mexico City outpointed Gilberto Muniz 139 from San Jose. Detroit Kenny Lane 135 outpointed Eli Leggett 134. New Orleans Al Villafarra 145 outpointed Phil Kim 143. Chicago Lloyd Triplett 160 outpointed George Bodie 158. San Antonio Chebo Hernandez 160 outpointed Norris Burse 159. Miami Beach Chuck Speiser 168 knocked out Andy Mayfield 165.
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Elks Victory in Herrin Little Inaugural Opener
The Herrin Elks defeated Bank of Herrin 12 to 7 on the No 2 diamond in the Little inaugural. Two home runs highlighted the game with Jackie Steinmetz and Basler each going deep. Jerry Caliper pitched the Elks to victory. Basler and Reams contributed for the Bank. The Elks had 13 hits to five, with two errors to one. Fraternals beat Industrials 15-8 in farm league. Clothiers Financiers game was rained out.
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GOP Victory in Congressional Baseball Breaks Democrats Streak
The Republicans defeated the Democrats 12 to 4 at Griffith Stadium on Tuesday night ending a seven year Democratic win streak. Errors and bases on balls plagued the Democratic side as Rep Torbert MacDonald and successors on the mound issued nine walks. Republican hitters tallied nine safeties, aided by questionable scoring. Democrats’ seven hits produced four runs as Glenn Davis worked through jams. Chief Justice Earl Warren threw the first pitch for the Evening Star charity fund.
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Hammond Back as Los Angeles Spec Resumes Tour Duties
Hammond has recovered from an operation and will resume scoreboard duties with the touring golf professionals.
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Cincinnati Roy McMillan’s rise to the major leagues
Roy McMillan, longtime Redlegs shortstop, spent four solid seasons in the minor leagues before graduating to the major leagues in 1951. This milestone marks his secure transition from farm system to Cincinnati’s big squad, underscoring his steady development and readiness for top competition.
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Triple Crown Hopes Rise With Three Rich Stakes Hopefuls
Harness racing drivers chase a Triple Crown by winning the Hambletonian and Yonkers Trot for three year olds. Seven drivers are eligible for these two races and the trio of major events.
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June 5 Little Egyptian League results and June 12 schedule
The Little Egyptian League report lists Chester defeating Ullin 12 to 5, with Marion at Murphysboro postponed by rain, and Murphysboro Red Wings at Cobden also rained out, plus Neunert at Olive Branch. The June 12 schedule shows Olive Branch at Murphysboro, Merchants at Ullin, Neunert at Marion, and Cobden at Chester.
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Downey Eyes 54-Hole Record in Eastern Women Golf
Mary Ann Downey of Baltimore held a four stroke lead after a drizzly start to the second round of the Women's Eastern Golf Association championship at Farmington Country Club Charlottesville. Downey shot 73 to push toward a 54-hole record, potentially breaking Mae Murray Jones's 221 from last year if she maintains pace over the three-day event.
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Last of Bosox: Williams and Stephens Still Playing in 1946 Era
Boston Red Sox veteran Ted Williams and White Sox alum Vern Stephens remain active players among the last holdovers from the club that homered in 1946.
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Cards Reassess Walker Era After Rough Week
Cardinal manager Harry Walker faces scrutiny as the club shows four wins in 12 games. Harry Caray criticizes cautious play and lack of initiative, citing costly baserunning miscues and missed opportunities. Musial and Schoendienst lead but are viewed as nonconfrontational, while Walker may spur urgency with early meetings and renewed aggression.
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Singer Sewing Machine Co seeks young husband driver
A young married man with a car is needed to represent the Singer Sewing Machine Co in and around Murphysboro and Anna. Starting salary and commissions about 335 dollars per month. Permanent opportunity for qualified men. Contact Mr. Al Boyd at 628 Singer Sewing Machine Co. 116 N. Illinois Avenue Carbondale. Call after 9:00 PM for appointments.
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Ezzard Charles Gets Important Test Tonight
Cincinnati June 8 AP. Former heavyweight champion Ezzard Charles faces a key test tonight in a 10 round bout with Johnny Holman of Chicago. The ring match starts at 9 pm. Holman previously stopped Charles in Miami Beach, April 27, the only time in 15 years Charles was halted before.
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Seeks To Form Herrin League
John Doughty custodian of the Herrin Little League park said he would form a separate league for 8 and 9 year old boys not on farm teams. Adults invited to help train. registration Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Little League park.
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Post 127 Wins Softball Boat at Dongola
Post 127 defeated the host Dongola team 6 to 2 on Tuesday night in a softball game. The score stood 7 2 at the end of seven innings with no extra scoring in the eighth. Russ Marshall pitched all seven innings for the winners allowing four hits.
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Sapling Stakes at Monmouth Draws Rich Juvenile Field
Oceanport New Jersey rich stakes draw a long list of successful juveniles in the Sapling Stakes at Monmouth Park. Since 1946 the 10 winners have earned close to two million dollars, underscoring the event's prestige and incentive for young runners.
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United States Amateur Baseball Federation Plans South Africa Tour
The United States Amateur Baseball Federation will play 31 games in South Africa from November 17 to February 7, showcasing a national team schedule against local clubs and regional teams across major venues.
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