Stevens Wins Jackson Invitational Playoff Title
Murphysboro pro Tony Stevens survived a sudden death playoff Sunday at Jackson Country Club to capture his third Jackson Invitational title. He halved the final with Vito Saputo after both finished 1 under 139, Saputo making a bold eagle on the 18th as Stevens birdied 17 and 18 to force the playoff. Blewett and Phelps tied for Class A with 147s. Pyle was among other notable finishes.
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West Frankfort
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P. J. Keeley
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Vern Fox
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Pool finals set in all around billiards at Johnston City
The summer world all around pocket billiards tournament concludes at the Show Bar in Johnston City. Dani DiLiberto of Miami and Larry Liscotti of Manchester, Conn., vie for the straight pool title while several challengers remain unbeaten in the nine-ball and round robin all around formats.
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Jansco
Oilers Extend Win Streak With Four More Victories
The Martin Oilers lifted their season mark to 31-5 after sweeping weekend games at Riverside Park. Clem Quillman homered twice as Gary Endres and Buckles each hurled strong outings. Quillman added a 19th homer of the season, and Buckles improved to 18-2 as Zeigler and Murphysboro loom next.
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Cardinals Bears game at Busch draws big demand
Publicist Joe Pollack urged early ticket purchase for the October 29 Cardinals Bears clash at Busch Stadium. With only 8 000 public seats and season sales near 42 000, fans from Southern Illinois are snapping up tickets for the 50 000 capacity venue. A second item notes Pope County High School and Centralia in the region expanding sports schedules as SIU players sign baseball contracts.
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Major League Standings and Tuesday Night Schedule
The standings feature teams like Detroit, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Baltimore, Oakland and Chicago with pitchers such as Niekro and Perry. Tuesday night games include Baltimore at Oakland, Detroit at Minnesota, Milwaukee at Texas, Chicago at New York, Kansas City at Boston, Montreal at Houston, Los Angeles at St. Louis, and San Francisco at Pittsburgh among others.
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Dodgers Start OMalley Era After 1952 Pennant Victory
Brooklyn Dodgers begin the Walter O Malley era following the 1952 pennant. The piece profiles key figures from the Dodgers organization and roster, detailing owners managers and players as the team transitions toward a new leadership structure.
Dodgers Win Pennant as Joe Black Shines in 1952 Season
Recap of the Dodgers 1952 campaign highlighting Joe Black’s breakout 15-4 season, 2.03 ERA, 15 saves, and 15 wins. Notes include Robinson’s race-related controversy, the World Series games against the Yankees, and the 1953 spring training emergence of Junior Gilliam.
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