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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1957
Page
2
Local sports brief highlights Betty Hicks scheduled for a June 19 golf clinic at Fountain Head Country Club with a nine hole exhibition. Al Gardner Jr. shot 69 at FHCC, wind complicating the back nine, while Doug Ford recalls his baseball past balancing golf. Other notes cover Sharpsburg Bluebirds additions, bowling league leaders, and various college and pro connections.
Sharpsburg Bluebirds lead SMS action as Martinsburg thieftains visit. Chewsville Orioles host Antietam Redbirds with Earl Piper and Al Bennett highlighted. Williamsport and Boonsboro seek wins as gaps narrow. all games start 2:30 except Williamsport Winchester at 2.
After a 10 round draw between Yvon Durelle and Tony Anthony, talks of a rematch or a scheduled bout with Archie Moore surface. Anthony, the No 1 contender, needs a decisive win to secure a title shot, with Durelle's camp eyeing other possible opponents.
Major league trade deadline looms as contenders seek to bolster rosters with powerful deals. Chicago White Sox reportedly go for broke, while Milwaukee Braves and Cincinnati Reds face pressure to outpace Dodgers, Cardinals, and Phillies for the N L pennant. Giants reportedly demand Schoendienst or equivalent. Orioles shake up with Vernielles, Williams, and Lehman trades amid frantic activity.
Sharpsburg Bluebirds add Herold Bucky McDonald star of George Washington University in basketball and baseball. A versatile player, he has pitched and played catcher and outfield duties. McDonald was a top High player for Fairchild Packers before moving to Hagerstown area teams.
In a 5-4 Braves victory over the Giants, Ted Kensaewski returned from the disabled list to drive in two runs with a homer and score the clinching run. Warren Spahn improved to 10-9 as Keay Phillips allowed nine hits over the game. The win narrows the Braves’ half game National League lead.
Ted Kluszewski leads Cincinnati past the Giants 5-4 as Milwaukee tops Philadelphia and Brooklyn down St Louis. The Braves, Dodgers, and Pirates win while the Yankees and A’s split. Boston edges ahead briefly as the league remains a muddled chase with multiple leaders and surging contenders.
Bobby Morrow and Iva Murchison led a fast Texas track meet in Austin as Morrow finished in 9.3 seconds to nearly tie the 100 yard world mark set in 1948. Murchison’s 4.3 40 yard split helped the race, with other close marks by Greg Bell and Aneel Robinson.
The Dodgers today recalled two players from the Brooklyn and Monteeat areas. Pitcher Danny Mc Dewitt from St. Paul and outfielder Rosehorn from Monteeat were brought up, while the other recalls were assigned to farm teams.
Bold Ruler and Gallant Man head a field of seven in the 89th Belmont Stakes a test of size versus courage. Trainer Sunny Jim Fitzsimmons and jockey Eddie Arcaro ride Bold Ruler while John Nerud and Willie Shoemaker lead Gallant Man. Iron Liege out with injury leaves the classic about suspense and a hefty purse televised by CBS at 2 20 p.m. EST.
Tomorrow at Legion Park Charles Town West Virginia hosts the Virginia Vale Turks in a Legion baseball clash. The game starts promptly at 2 18 DST with the Norrison burg Turks as the visitors.
In Berkeley Springs W Va longtime head coach Gerard Calhoun resigns after 146 seasons at Berkely Springs High School. The move leaves Real High School in Frostburg Md as the likely next posting for Calhoun with surrounding schools watching closely.
A star studded field of professional golfers will compete in the Middle Atlantic Lady Pro-Amateur Tournament at Fountain Head Country Club on Monday June 24. Over 25 entries have been received from top PGA players in the Middle Atlantic section, with entries expected to rise to about 50. The one day event pairs pros with three or four women golfers, aided by Fountain Head women players to complete the field. Notable entrants listed include Bill Phillips Winchester Bob Hopkins Martinsburg Art Jones PGA representative Bill Gordon Chestnut Ridge Andy Gibson Country Club of Maryland John Bass Clifton Park Frank Invernizel Valley Golf Range Harry Griesmer Bethesda George Diffeebaugh Kenwood Al Haughton Prince Georges Billy Gilbert Argyle Walt Romans Baltimore Country Club Clarence Doser Woodmont Charley Bassler Rolling Roads Cos Tiso Bonnie View Jack Lome Ronnie View Dick Sleichter Gettysburg Paul McKenzie Waynesboro Arthur Eitgar Chambersburg and others.
Hagerstown’s Morris Frock leads the American Legion junior baseball squad in the opening contest against Westminster at Municipal Stadium. Game time 2:30 with LeRoy Metz and Jack Beard assisting in ceremonies. Manager Dick Parks debuts with John Moats as starter and firey relief options from Clear Spring and Millard Allen. Five teams compete in the Western Maryland District League including Brunswick Thurmont and Frederick.
Kenneth Luper 26, in Avon, struck his 4 year old daughter Louitie Jean with a golf club during practice. Coroner Frank Jacobs said Laurie darted in front of him, hit in the neck. inquest determined accidental death.
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