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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1964
Page
3
Ward, a famed winner from 1859 and 1962, returns at age 43 for his 14th start in a field with seven first time starters. Inders leads Nation Eyes as Clark Boss holds until field crosses the starting line with Marshman the top favorite today.
Practice sessions show frequent car failures and 12 recorded accidents ahead of the Indianapolis 500. The field includes notable drivers such as Pat O Connor and Parnelli Jones with top speeds near 156 mph. Rain could delay Saturday’s race starting as late as 4 pm EST.
Campbell fired an even par 71 to stand at 298 after 54 holes, four behind leader George Bayer who posted 205. The field narrows with a final round set for Sunday as Bayer maintains a one stroke edge over a chasing pack including Tom Shaw and Jackie Cupit.
The New York Mets, held hitless for 8 1/3 innings by Jack Sanford, scored four runs in the seventh inning including Jim Hickman’s homer to beat the San Francisco Giants 4 2 Friday night at Shea. Willie Mays nearly made a sensational 400-shot splash when he tried to rob Frank Thomas of a triple, leaping near the center field wall before the ball fell for a hit. Rod Kanehl scored on the play as the Mets seized the lead and secured the win.
Former heavyweight champion Sonny Liston received a 600 dollar fine for carrying a concealed weapon and reckless driving and a 30 day suspended jail term. Judge Diamond also fined Liston 300 for the weapons charge and 39 for reckless driving. speeding was rolled into the latter. Liston was arrested March 10 after a Denver patrolman clocked him at 76 mph in a 30 mph zone and noted a 22 caliber revolver and no valid license. He allegedly threatened the officer during the stop.
In Washington, Don Blasingame and John Kennedy delivered two singles each as the Senators pulled away in the seventh inning for an 8 to 4 win over the Cleveland Indians. Don Lock opened the frame with a single and Brumley reached on an error, loading the bases. Ted Abernathy walked Jim King, forcing in a run, and Blasingame cleared the way with two runs scoring on Kennedy's single. Claude Osteen pitched five shutout innings before leaving with the lead secure.
The Bumping Hellgrammites grabbed a dramatic victory over the Sportsmans Digest with a late rally. Key players delivered crucial baskets as the contest tightened in the final minutes, sealing the upset for the home crowd.
Clark, holder of the No 1 start in a Lotus Ford with a record 158.8 mph, is eyed as the favorite as 33 drivers meet. Chief Steward Fengler warns drivers not to jump the pole car and says slow speed may prevail if rain arrives, with a potential single file restart if necessary.
The page blends late baseball highlights with a motor racing briefing and police incident mentions. It cites Hickman’s homer for the Giants, Liston’s legal issue under Colorado law, Ward’s slam for the White Sox, and a car race briefing with track times and drivers.
Veteran stock car driver Glenn Fireball Roberts of Daytona Beach Florida remained in serious condition Friday at Charlotte Memorial Hospital after suffering burns of nearly 70 percent of his body in a spectacular three car collision on the seventh lap of the World 600 stock car race. Roberts had been taken off the critical list Thursday and was making steady progress as of the noon medical bulletin.
Harness racing at Scioto Downs near Columbus features Mr. Brick ridden by Bob Ussery as 2 1 favorite in an eight horse field for the U S Trotting Derby. Harbor View's Roman Brother Knightly Manner and Ky Pioneer are strong rivals as the Belmont contenders show form against odds and track changes.
The Alexandria YVANTIRIA Thatrocal organized Junior Legion baseball team will hold its first practice next Monday at 4 pm at the Alexandria Monroe High School ball diamond. Eligible boys born on or after Sept 7 1943 from Alexandria Elwood Frankton or Summitville may contact Wesley Savage or Russell Macy Jr. in Alexandria.
A chaotic report lists names of officials and riders involved in a 1964 trotting license decision and related personnel, with scattered notes on racing events and track personnel across multiple cities. The text mentions Philadelphia, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Minneapolis with various figures and brief game notes intertwined.
The report describes a golfer named Bayers opening with four pars then posting a double bogey seven at the 556 yard sixth hole after hitting OB and wandering into the rough. A husky belter comments on a tiring day and missed birdies.
William Mauck Anderson High School center will enroll at DePauw University in September 1963 Admissions Director Louis Fontaine confirms. Mauck has started at center for three years, co captained the 1963 Indians squad, and is among the top third of his class.
Indianapolis AP Seven racers were named as relief drivers for Saturday's 500 mile race. The selections were made by Harlan Feogles steward in Indianapolis. Duane ia Phreck Arnald Chamford, VEULLA euua LeU Conn, Bob Christy, Grants Pass Oregon, Chuck Rodee of Indiana, Abb Rese Houston Texas, and Ralph Ligouri Tampa were listed as relief entries.
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