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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1959
Page
14
Lorain High coaches push the Steelers through heat at the practice field as the fifth in a series previews the area high school football season. The squad labors in light gear with improvised headwear but the outlook remains bright for Lorain football this fall.
About 132 teams compete for the National Trophy at Camp Perry with top brass watching. Army teams dominated Enlisted Men's Trophy and Rumbold Trophy events, setting a new Enlisted record. Lorain’s Art Lave praises backfield potential as Lorain opens Sept 18 versus Toledo Libbey.
The Northfield race results list drivers and payouts across nine heats. Notable winners include Grand Triumph at $1780 and Worthy Chalece at $460, with multiple horses like Gemite and Emma Frost placing across races and a daily double returning $49.60.
Nominations of officers in Little League South for the 1960 season will be held tonight at 7 at Troxal Field. Persons connected with Little League South as parents or officials are invited.
Aqueduct New York's latest racing plant accepts its first horses today as preparations continue for the September 14 opening.
Four Chicago Swifties and five Cleveland swifties contest the $15,000 added Great Lakes Stakes at Randall Park tomorrow. Ekaba and Troubador II from Hasty House Farm are among the visiting quartet, both strong on grass for the male and one sixteenth test. Cleveland starters include Commargo Lucido Lonnie and Roman War with Sunny Boy S Bet Me as probables and Ballycahane a possible entrant. Roman Battle and Resolved are the remaining Chicago mounts.
Pete Cooper 44 from Lakeland Florida shot a six under par 64 at Tribal Country Club to lead Doug Sanders and Ken Venturi by one stroke in the Miller Open. Doug Ford tied at 66 as 42 players broke 72 and 11 shot even par while Cary Middlecoff opened with 70 in the rain swept event.
A fragment lists future basketball schedule items including Toledo Libbey facing Lakewood, and Marion and Warren Harding competing at Findlay Sandusky Fremont Toledo Wr at Elyria.
In Williamsport Hamtramck Mich defeated Oahu Hawaii to advance to the World Series final against Auburn Ala. Hamtramck rode a four run fifth inning homer from Art Daras to secure the win.
Webgates Construction 2, League 1 Presidents 1, high score Dick Gerhardinger 517. Isaly's Dalry 3, Kelly's Wanderner 63, Johnson 3, Lahman and Johnson 0. Don Johnson 1555. Rorick Insurance 2, Walkers 1, Dave Smith 493.
In San Francisco about 15 000 fans will watch Gene Basilio and Fullmer fight for the world middleweight title at the Cow Palace. Basilio holds 35 percent of the crown share and Fullmer 25 percent while the rest goes to promoters and payoffs from radio and TV rights. Fight time is 10 pm eastern. Basilio, confident he can win, discusses his career and future.
Notices announce that Elyria Bowling Association league materials are ready for pickup from Hayden Evans at Bowl Genovese. The text mentions boxing figures and training notes, with references to Basilio and Fullmer, plus league inquiries for Wednesday B League and handicap C Leagues at Rudy's Bowl.
Clearview and Elyria Catholic played a 10 play alternation scrimmage at Catholic High's Knights of Columbus field. Clearview scored the only first-half touchdown and added a late rushing score by Jim Owens, while Elyria Catholic capitalized on a pass to Moran and a series of gains as both teams showcased fundamentals and line play.
The Sportscast reports race day at Randall Park with WHK coverage at 5 06. Baseball features the Chicago White Sox at Cleveland via WEGL sweep and boxing matches Carmen Basillo against Gene Fallmer on KYW TV at 18.
The Baltimore Colts, league champions with three points allowed in two exhibitions, host the Washington Redskins who scored 23.5 points in two warmups. Baltimore’s defense boasts stars Lipscomb Donovan Marchetti and led the league with 10 interceptions in two games. Washington, led by Eddie LeBaron, faces a rugged test against the Colts’ dominating unit as other Saturday games feature Lions vs Giants Rams vs Cardinals Bears vs Steelers and Packers vs Eagles. Forty Niners meet Browns on Sunday.
Chicago White Sox bring back Ron Jackson Joe Hicks and John Callison from the Indianapolis farm club in the American Association around September 10. The trio were recalled to bolster the majors roster for the stretch run.
In Columbus the International League All-Stars beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 14 to 6 before 9 688 at Jets Stadium. The game featured 11 pitchers, five Pirates and six All Stars, with seven errors and a mix of firsts as minor leaguers proved they can meet majors on equal terms. Elroy Face pitched briefly for the Pirates in relief.
The Cleveland Browns travel to San Francisco to face the 49ers as they seek their first exhibition win. Coach Paul Brown gives rookies chances with an eye on roster spots, while dealing with Mike McCormick injury and a thin line. Frank Clarke has emerged as a bright spot for the club.
In Baton Rouge Joe Brown of Baton Rouge knocked out San Hingo Ramirez of Cuba in the stated bout. Ramirez suffered a swift knockout ending the match with Brown securing the victory.
Ten tips from September Readers Digest show how to prevent awkward silences handle disagreements tactfully and speak more clearly. The list offers practical steps to improve listening phrasing and overall communication for more engaging conversations.
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