Baseballs powerful punch as stars mash homers on Sunday
Washington defends in opener as Jim Lemon hits three homers across games, driving in four as part of an 11 homer day. Willie McCovey Jose Valdivielso Stan Williams and other stars add blasts in a day of doubleheaders across the American and National Leagues with the Senators Athletics Pirates Giants and Cubs posting wins and key rallies.
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Hoyt Wilhelm
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Mizell
Frank Sulivan
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Liberty Union A Victorious in Delayed Class A Title
Liberty Union of Fairfield County finally won the state Class A high school baseball title by defeating Convoy Union Van Wert County 8 to 4 on Saturday. Jim Reed pitched five scoreless innings after a rough start as Liberty Union extended its win streak to 14. The team began playing together as youngsters and now claims Fairfield County’s first Class A crown in 22 years.
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Pender Beats Robinson in Boston Title Fight Split Verdict
In Boston at the Kenmore Hotel, Paul Pender defeats Ray Robinson on a split decision to claim part of the middleweight title. Robinson, aging and lacking sharp reflexes, shows faded form after a year from the ring, while Pender uses defense and speed to outwork him. Analysts note the bout as a pivotal moment in the era and a possible last chance for Robinson to reclaim glory.
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Local Career Drive Promises Training in Retail Sports Goods
A fragmented ad promises entry into the sporting goods trade with training, setup of accounts, and immediate sorting of orders. It asserts no experience or knowledge is required and invites readers to join a structured program. The message emphasizes quick onboarding and practical work in sales.
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Builders Tie For LLW Lead In Tight Two To One Win
Beal Inc edged VFW 1079 2 1 to move into a share of LLW lead with B&B, Eagles beat WEW 1 0 on a late rally aided by an error and passed ball. Eddie Ransom earned the win with four hits allowed, Jeff Heath took the loss. John Lauffer credited with the victory for Eagles. Bellamy's topped the Lion's Club 10 7 as Eddie Ault pitched for Bellamy's and Chuck Menges took the loss.
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Chuck Menges
Hoad Wins Pacific Coast Pro Tennis Tournament
Lew Hoad of Australia defeats fellow countryman Ken Rosewall to win the Pacific Coast Professional Tennis Tournament in Santa Barbara California. Hoad takes the title with scoreline featuring 46 and 64 in the final two sets.
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Pinky Higgins to Return as Red Sox Manager
Boston news reports say Francis Pinky Higgins, a 52-year-old baseball veteran, agreed to take over the Boston Red Sox for the rest of the season. The club previously dismissed interim manager Del Baker after Billy Jurges was relieved for health grounds. Baker may not remain in the role. Higgins, contacted by phone, indicated he was happy to take the job and aims to steady a team mired in last place.
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Six Teams Set For NCAA College World Series Action
Omaha reports six of eight teams ready for first NCAA College World Series action as rain delays continue at Municipal Stadium. Arizona edged Oklahoma State earlier. Lepkowski starred with two doubles and a triple in a 24 1 win for Arizona State? The record shows mixed actions including Wilmot Printers and Dickson Funeral Home games amid soggy fields.
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Municipal Stadium
Minnesota
North Carolina
Jimmy Lepkowton
Colorado State
South Fabricators
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Oklahoma State
Randy Kaiser
Rick Lappi
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Wilmot
Dickson Funeral Home
Alloys Triumph in Little League North Minor A clash
In Elyria Catholic Field on Saturday Electro Alloys defeated Ware Vending 9 to 5. Piocher Insurance beat Dr Pepper 3 to 1 with Chuck Kerns earning the win for Alloys and Dave Swiegard credited with the victory for Piocher.
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Dr. Pepper
Chuck Kerns
Alloys
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