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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1957
Page
16
Chuck Stobbs of Washington used luck charms and sharp pitching to defeat Cleveland 6-3 Friday night, ending the Senators 16-game losing streak. Indians, 6-3.
The 24 hour Le Mans race in Le Mans France draws top drivers from the United States including Phil Hill of Santa Monica and Harry Schell now based in Paris. The event pits Ferraris against Maseratis amid renewed fears after the 1955 tragedy when Mercedes crashed into the crowd killing 83. The ban on larger cars was lifted by the International Automobile Assn. as cars lined up for start.
Left-hander Stobbs silenced the Indians with a seven-hit complete game as Washington beat Cleveland 3 1. Art Schulz, newcomer, hit a two run homer while 9,462 fans cheered the veteran pitcher’s return from a long drought. Fans brought charms and a white rabbit in a hats box preceded the game as superstitions ran high.
Pat McCormick, United States diver, seeks a fourth Olympic gold in high platform after leading contenders Paula Jean Myers and two Russians. She recalls the tense moment when a faulty fourth dive left her 1.68 points behind, forcing a mental comeback to win on the final night.
Hudnutt of Elyria CC shot 35 38 73 to lead the Cleveland District Medal Championships first round at Sleepy Hollow as over 340 golfers compete for the Plain Dealer Cup. Bill Rist of the Cleveland Metropolitan Association led after Acacia with 35 35 70, while Shave Jr. and Larry Fink posted 72s. Temple and Lawson clashed in a dug moment during the round, with possible league action to follow.
Washington pitcher Chuck Stobbs thrilled teammates after snapping a 11-decision winless stretch by tossing a seven-hitter in a 6-3 victory over Cleveland. It marked his first win since last September and his first triumph of the season after 11 losses.
New York reports Jack Kramer and the pro tennis troupe are lost in South America amid travel snafus and language barriers. Ted Schroeder notes the group faced transport delays from Montevideo to Buenos Aires and a revolution disrupted planned Colombia matches. Ham radio chats and a Brazilian embassy translation add to the chaos as economists weigh cheaper routes and higher phone bills.
In Dallas six newcomers join six seasoned Trans-Miss golf figures led by defending champion Charlie Coe and Rex Baxter Jr. as the Trans-Miss quarterfinals unfold. Coe pursues a fifth Trans title as non playing Walker Cup captain while Baxter seeks another final appearance for Houston. Local entrant Frank Wharton remains the lone resident in the field.
Cincinnati authorities report that Johnny Temple, the Redlegs second baseman, struck sportswriter Earl Lawson of the Cincinnati Times Star in the dressing room after a 32 loss to Pittsburgh. Lawson sustained a solid blow to the eye as Temple learned he was the official scorer charged with a disputed call.
Federal Judge Sylvester J. Ryan was nearing a decision due next Monday that will determine how the Jim Norris boxing monopoly must be broken up. He signaled during remedies hearings that his ruling will order restructuring measures.
The stockholders Norris and Arthur Wirtz plan a five year trusteeship selling $2 million of Madison Square Garden Corp stock while losing voting rights and leadership posts. Inter national Boxing Clubs of New York and Illinois dissolve, with limits on world title bouts to Garden Corp and Chicago Stadium. Aimed reforms cap title fights and TV boxing, restraining promoters and exclusive contracts amid a monopoly ruling against Norris, Wirtz, TBCs, and Garden Corp.
The bout ended in a split decision setup with Calhoun favored by referee Ruby Goldstein 3 41 while Giambra and Forbes saw a near even split. The fourth ranked Giambra weighed 157% and Calhoun 159, as both sought to avoid a repeat of a earlier draw praised as a fluke.
Sunoco blasted United Polish Club 13 to 6 and Elyna Hardware defeated Mulders Unions 8 to 6 last night at Troxel Co Field in Little League South Minor action. Tomorrow UPC meets Mulders Unions at 4 p.m. and Edwards faces Elynia Hardware at 5 15.
Hazel Park Racing Assn of Detroit bid 1 780 000 for Wheel ing Downs half mile track at a government hearing. Judge Watkins will confirm or reject the bid on June 28 after receiving offers and affidavits from stockholders. Kelly's prior bid of 1 500 000 was deemed inadequate.
West Point and Elyria competed at Lappin Field with West Point Eagles defeating Elyria 5-3. In other Little League action West Point led in hits while VFW 1079 held Lions to one hit in a makeup Minor A game.
World light weight champion Joe Brown of New Orleans received a 40000 offer from Italian promoter Dr. Vittorio Strumolo to defend his title against European champ Dulin La. Local golfers at Sleepy Hollow and Acacia posted scores with Memo Zaleski at Acacia leading area players with 39 36 75. Other scores listed include John Mooney, Dean Cassell, Jack Brandt, Hank Kohmyer, John Whitaker, Nick Ross, Chuck Machock, and Mike Radd.
A detailed schedule from Elyria listing Sunday and Monday baseball games across leagues. Events include Lorain Glass versus National Tube, Coat Longfe low Field. American Legion Juniors hosting Akron Red Devils. Pony League duals. C. A. Olsen Co versus Manufacturers Pubricatore. Hart Construction. Men's Shop versus Fire Fighters. Elyria Lions versus VFW 1079. Elyria Eagles against West Point Cities Service. Little League East Hilltopper versus Elyria Dairies. Knights of Columbus versus Elyria Motors. Little League South and North minor divisions with multiple pairings and field times throughout the day.
New York Yankees owner Dan Topping informed the American League the club will not refund league fines. The team had planned to reimburse four players fined after fights in Detroit on June 9 and Chicago on June 13. AL President Will Harridge said the Yankees were unaware of a 1932 rule banning refunds.
Lorain Glass and National Tube Co meet at Longfellow Field at 2 p m in Lorain Class A Baseball League action with Glass 2 0 and National Tube 1 0. Wolf Dry Goods faces Colin Clothes at Oakwood Park, Lehman Johnson Realtors from Elyria idle.
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