Chisox Dump Nats Six Indian Homers Blast Orioles Out Of Lead
Cleveland's Rocky Colavito homered four times tying a major league record as the Indians crushed the Orioles 11 8 to move the AL lead. Colavito drove in six runs and scored five in a 4-for-4 night. The White Sox grabbed a one game edge with a 4-1 win over Washington, and the Yankees beat Kansas City 6-4 to rise above .500. In the NL, Milwaukee fell, San Francisco won, and Cincinnati and Philadelphia also won. Colavito's six RBIs included three homers in a row off three right-handed pitchers.
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Rocky Colavito homers four times in one game in Baltimore
Cleveland first baseman Rocky Colavito, 25, slugged four home runs at Memorial Stadium tying a major league record. He entered with four hits in 30 at bats and one homer in June, raising season total to 18, one behind Harmon Killebrew. He quipped about bunting next time.
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Major League Leaders From The Associated Press
National League batting leaders include Aaron and Burgess with top averages. Matthews leads in runs and home runs. Banks and Robinson top RBIs. Cepeda and Aaron among hits. Lee Dark and Pinson lead in triples. Pitching leaders feature Face and Elston for decisions and Drysdale and Jones for strikeouts. American League highlights include Kuenn and Kaline in at bats and runs. Killebrew and Colavito lead RBIs and homers. Aparicio and Mantle pace steals. Wilhelm and Larsen lead decisions. Wynn and Score top strikeouts.
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Colavito ties MLB record with fourth straight homer in Baltimore
Cleveland outfielder Rocky Colavito, booed by Baltimore fans earlier, hits his fourth consecutive home run to tie a major league record and earns a standing ninth inning cheer after returning to right field. He recalls the heckler who threw beer and later waved at him.
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Three-Pronged Investigation Invades Boxing
FBI and state investigators pursue a three pronged probe into hoodlum influence in boxing. California Athletic Commission suspends manager Sam Boardman and his son Larry amid threats to Vargas, while promoter Jackie Leonard reports an assault dispute. Cooperation spans local state and federal agencies.
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Blinky) Palermo
Major League Baseball Standings and Thursday Schedule
Major League standings show Chicago 30 5 56 and Baltimore 29 25 .537 with Cleveland 27 24 .529 New York 26 25 .510 Detroit 24 26 .480 Washington 24 30 .444. Thursday games include Cleveland at Baltimore Chicago at Washington Kansas City at New York Detroit at Boston. Wednesday results: New York 6 Kansas City 4 Detroit 10 Boston 9 Cleveland 11 Baltimore 8 Chicago to Washington 1.
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Fight over rematch threat noted in boxing dispute
A dispute centered on a rematch contract featuring Tony Anthony included threats about Vargas and the East River. Brodose denied receiving any contract. The text also references Belasco’s pre opera version of Madame Butterfly by Puccini’s composer.
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Nats sign college pitcher Fred Brockbauer for 30000
The Washington Senators announced the signing of University of Minnesota pitcher Fred Brockbauer for a reportedly $30,000 bonus. The 21-year-old right-hander was assigned to Washington's Fox Cities farm club in Wisconsin's Three-Eye League as a Class B prospect.
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Neves Recovers From Another Serious Injury
Inglewood California top jockey Ralph Neves recovers at home in Arcadia after injuries from a May 30 Hollywood Park accident nearly ended his life. The 41 year old, nicknamed the Porty pepperpot, has endured numerous crashes and a 1936 revival when his horse Famikins collapsed during a race. He vows to continue riding with his wife and three children and vast circle of friends behind him.
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Sugar Hart Eyes Don Jordan After 10 Round Win
Garnet Sugar Hart credits his Chicago Stadium victory over Isaac Logart for a title shot in the welterweight division. Hart says he can beat Don Jordan and considers a Sugar versus Sugar bout with Ray Robinson if necessary, with a potential half million gate. Manager Marty Stein names Jordan, Moyer, and a Portland July 10 bout as options.
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Basal Skull Fracture Leads to Brain Surgery for Clot Removal
A patient suffered a basal skull fracture and required brain surgery to remove a blood clot. Medical team performed emergency procedure to relieve pressure and prevent complications.
Dalai Lama Turns 24 in Exile Refuges in India
The Dalai Lama marked his 24th birthday while in exile in India. He spent most of the day in prayer at Mussoorie, the hill station refuge after fleeing Tibet during the revolt against Chinese rule in mid March.
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Split of United Provinces of Central America in 1824
In 1824 the United Provinces of Central America collapsed over religious disputes. The fragmentation followed mounting tensions among constituent states, leading to the dissolution of the federation and the emergence of separate republics.
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West Virginia Official Flower The Rhododendron
The Rhododendron known as The Great Laurel is designated as West Virginia's official state flower.
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Athlete's Foot Cure Promises Quick Results
Advertisement touts T-4-L liquid to kill athlete's foot in 3 days with a 48 cent back guarantee at Boyd Drug Co. Claims infected skin sloughs off and healthy skin returns while itch and burning vanish. Recommends T-4-L Foot Powder for additional protection and relief.
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