Valdosta line debate draws in writers and fans
Vic Dunaway recalls a ground rule double in Valdosta that prevented a third run and sparked defense from Jack Turner who explained the line’s purpose to deter players from bumping the fence. The column also cites Cincinnati’s Luke Sewell attacking multiple opponents with accusations, including Sal Maglie and Preacher Roe, amid lingering spitball talk.
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Drewss 1-Hitter Tops Clark 10-1
Ted Drew pitched a one hitter as Faulk Chevrolet defeated Clark Thread 10-1 in YMCA Softball League action. The Times-Enterprise finally outdid Aden Electric in the night.
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Park and Cherokee Lead Local YMCA Softball Action
Park defeated Glenwood 11-3 in the senior loop as Moncrief and McKinnon each had three hits. Cherokee routed Dawson 16-1 in the junior loop with Strobe going four for four and Glisson Hines and Carter adding two hits apiece. Ray Thompson led Fletcherville to a 13-9 Midget league win over Glenwood with five hits, and Marcus Calhoun matched Thompson with five hits for Glenwood.
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Thomasville Tomcats Triumph In Three Hit Win At Waycross
The Tomcats toppled the Waycross Bears 3-1 on three hits. Ernie Clifford was to start tonight’s game in Waycross as Thomasville plans a Brunswick doubleheader midweek. Bill Chandler earned the win over Albert, despite seven Bears reaching base on seven hits and four walks.
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Mary Lena Faulk shot 78 in Western Open qualifying
Mary Lena Faulk posted a three over par 78 to finish second among amateurs in the Women's Western Open qualifying at Chicago. Betsy Rawls led with 74 to top the field, aiming to convert medalist status into a $1,000 victory at Skokie Country Club against amateur Mary Agnes Wall.
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Roddenberg Nips Faulk in Marathon Cairo Softball Thriller
In a dramatic 18 inning Cairo City Softball League game Ezell Roddenberg hit a home run to beat Faulk Chevrolet 4 3 after the game stayed tied 2 2 through regulation. Szell and Massey pitchers held up until Ezell's late blast gave Roddenberg the win.
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Stulb Seeks 3rd Straight State Crown
Defending champion Eileen Stulb starts her bid for a third consecutive Georgia women's golf title in Valdosta. She faces a strong field after qualifying with an 82, trailing medalist Miss Cobb who carded 78.
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Georgia
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Atlanta
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Valdosta Dodgers End Skid With No-Hitter Win
In the Georgia-Florida League Don Terwedow pitched a nine inning no hitter to lift Valdosta from fourth to second place with a 1-0 victory over Moultrie. Harry Schiffler led Valdosta at bat with three hits in five tries. Other scores: Cordele 1 Albany 0 in 11 innings. Tifton 14 Brunswick 2. Thomasville 3 Waycross 1.
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Piney Woods Invitation Golf Tourney Planned at Glen Arven
Glen Arven Country Club prepares for the 34th Piney Woods Invitation Golf Championship from July 3 to 6 with qualifying rounds, 18 hole medal play on July 3 4 5 and 36 holes on July 6. Awards include low qualifying score and flight winners plus consolation prizes. Sidelight bridge tournament runs July 3 4 5 with daily prizes.
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Pres Thornton
Clayton M.lindsay
Glen Arven
Branch Rickey Signs Bonus Baby Dick Groat for Pirates
General Manager Branch Rickey signed shortstop Dick Groat of Duke University for a reported 75 000 plus. Groat, a 373 hitter last season, may join the Pirates lineup tonight at the Polo Grounds against the Giants. He is viewed as a potential infielding anchor and a key piece in Rickey's youth emphasis.
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