Roseboro and Griffith Lift Koufax To Win Over Pirates
Dodgers catcher John Roseboro delivered a ninth inning double and scored the decisive run as Derrell Griffith beat out an infield single to give Sandy Koufax his seventh win in Los Angeles 3-2 victory over the Pirates. Roseboro, a riot-relief worker last winter, spoke of his community role in Watts and policing careers for Black youth.
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WebbIls Win Golf Championship At Poplar Bluff
Clyde and Dorothy Webb of Murphysboro won the guys and dolls golf championship at Poplar Bluff Missouri on Sunday. The format has teammates alternate shots and the Webbs clinched the title after an unexpected playoff misread by leaders.
DeMolay Chapter Initiates Three New Members
The E. R. Carman DeMolay chapter of Carbondale inducted three new members at a recent meeting. New members are Larry Eastwood William Richards and Kenneth Wallace all of Carbondale. Don Prosser master councilor conducted the initiation. The chapter meets at 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of each month.
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Gypsies Speak Romany Language Derived From Ancient Roots
A note on Romany speech tracing its origins to ancient language families. Scholars mention links to historic linguistic branches and regional dialects spoken by Romani communities.
Kin Lavender to Lead St. Charles Football Next Year
Kin Lavender former Missouri quarterback from Murphy sboro will become head football coach at St. Charles Missouri next year after serving as assistant for two years He plans to marry June 4 Baseball scouts at the Murphysboro Carmi sectional game in Marion Monday included Joe Mathes and Jerome Alongi of the Cardinals
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Ford Leaves For Aqueduct Ahead Of Belmont Stakes Bid
Baltimore owner Mike Ford and Kauai King left for New York to pursue a potential Triple Crown by adding the Belmont Stakes to their Derby and Preakness wins. If Kauai King wins, he would be the first to claim the Triple Crown since Citation in 1948. Ford said the horse’s calm temperament helps, and race officials have discussed Kauai King possibly running in the Washington DC International next November.
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Limpus Second In Kentucky Sailing Event
Ernie Limpus of Carbondale took second in the Kentucky Governor's Cup Regatta on Kentucky Lake racing a lightning class boat with Mrs. Limpus and son Scott. The Crab Orchard Sailing Club fielded eight boats, while Dr. Wilson Scott and Dr. Leon Striegel also posted top finishes in the lightning class amid a 20-boat field.
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Major League Standings and Tonight's Games Box
Standings show San Francisco 24 13 due to 658 games Houston 21 16 in NL. Leading teams include Los Angeles Phila 18 15 and Pittsburgh 18 16. Tonight schedule features Atlanta Cincinnati Philadelphia Houston Detroit? etc.
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Cassius Clay Heads to Cairo After London Fight
World heavyweight champion Cassius Clay altered plans and booked passage for Cairo to visit Egypt as a guest of the Higher Council for Islamic Affairs. Promoter Harry Levene cites over $1.2 million gross receipts and suggests Clay may return to defend the title, potentially against Brian London.
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Shansky Slugs Way Into Reds Lineup
Cincinnati catcher Art Shansky, a left handed batter, has slugged into the Reds right field job. In 18 games he has 13 hits in 45 at bats with seven homers and 8 RBIs, as he adapts to Frank Robinson’s old position and emphasizes power with a heavier bat. Heffner calls him a fine prospect and notes Shansky’s 100 percent effort despite late-inning substitutions for defense.
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Lake Okeechobee Reaches Second Largest Freshwater Status
The second largest freshwater lake entirely within the United States is Lake Okeechobee located about 40 miles northwest of Palm Beach Florida. It spans 700 square miles yet has a maximum depth of only 15 feet.
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Red Devils Rally Past Carmi 4 3 To Reach Marion Sectional Final
Murphysboro defeats Carmi 4 3 in the Marion sectional to advance to Wednesday's championship. Jerry Snyder earned the win with a four inning one hit start and three key RBI as Glodo Reeder and Snyder paced a nine hit attack. Carmi loaded late, but Snyder and defense held on for the victory and a date against the Du Quoin Sparta winner.
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Carterville coach Max McDonald resigns for private business
Grid and golf coach Max McDonald, 26, resigns Monday from Carterville High School after a 2-5 football season to become an area paint firm salesman covering parts of Illinois and Missouri. He cites a chance to double his teaching salary and plans to move to Benton. The football team returns key players for 1960s Black Diamond Conference race.
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Salmon shuffles positions as Indians face Tigers in opener
Tribe infielder Chico Salmon, shifting from first to shortstop due to walking wounded, says hitting is his strength. Manager Birdie Tebbetts backs his work at shortstop, while Tigers manager Bob Swift notes Salmon could play anywhere. The Indians open a four game series with a twi night doubleheader.
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Dodgers to Tour Japan After World Series
The 1965 world champion Los Angeles Dodgers will undertake a post season barnstorming tour of Japan. Agreement was reached with Yomiuri Giants president Toru Shoriki and Dodgers president Walter O'Malley. The series will follow the World Series and Eckert designated the Dodgers to make the trip.
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