Olson and Baressi place fifth in state meet
Corry High stars Steve Olson and Joe Baressi finish fifth in javelin and low hurdles at the PIAA Class A state track meet held at Perin State. District 16 earns 11 points, District 10 totals four, with Randy Miller third in the 440 yard dash and Les McBride fourth in the mile. District 1 wins Class A with 93 points. Kennett Square’s Don Webster returns as top athlete after a record 40 yard dash and 220 yard dash performances.
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Pirates slump after weekend sweep by Cardinals
In a weekend series, the Pittsburgh Pirates were swept by St. Louis, dropping from second to fourth in the National League and four games behind the league-leading Giants. Pittsburgh pitchers yielded 42 hits and the club committed eight errors. Offensively Hal Smith, Dick Groat, and Dick Stuart hit solo or driven home runs in Sunday’s 4-spot, while Harvey Haddix struggled, leaving early as St. Louis exploded for six in the first. Ed Cicotte claimed the win in relief as Pittsburgh prepares for a planned doubleheader with the Cubs.
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Ralph Boston tops California Relays with world best jump
World champion Ralph Boston produced the greatest broad jump in history with a 27 feet 11 and a half inch mark at the 20th California Relays in Nashville. He added another win as Don Bragg cleared 15 feet, while George Davies failed to match his 15-10% world mark. Dennis Johnson outran Harry Jerome in the 100, and Villanova dominated the IC4A track titles on Randalls Island.
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Drivers Ready For 500-Mile Holiday Classic
Indianapolis AP A potential record field with the most rookies in 10 years lines up for the Memorial Day 500 mile race with a purse around 3.375 million. Australian Jack Brabham and Parnelli Jones lead a glamor roster as rookies push to challenge Offenhauser power on the 2 ½ mile brick and asphalt track. Jones shines in practice, Lloyd Ruby drives the Agajanian Special, and Tony Bettenhausen’s legacy looms as his replacement aims for the 15th race. Jim Rathmann and Rodger Ward duel for speed as practice stacks up to race day.
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Area Angler Drowns In Lake Mishap
A 17‑foot motor boat overturned in Lake Erie near Gowanda New York. Fisherman Robert L. Tillie drowned after clinging to the wreck for about an hour, as second occupant Floyd Harley, 33, was saved by a volunteer rescue unit using an amphibious vehicle. The body was recovered late yesterday after a search.
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AL Sets Homer Mark Giants Hold 2% Lead
National League actions on May 30 feature Homer hits from Cleveland and New York, with Grand Slams and key home runs shaping a tight race. Detroit, Chicago, and Boston posted wins as pitching and late rallies altered standings and kept multiple teams within striking distance of the top.
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Big League Stars Rally In Narrow Reds Win
A garbled recap shows Pinson driving in runs for Cincinnati as the Reds beat Philadelphia 4 2. Don Schwall earned his second straight win for the Red Sox with a nine hit shutout over Baltimore 5 0.
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Week End Fights Update From New York Tokyo
Paolissl of New York defeats Len Mate thewn in a New York bout while Philadelphia and Tokyo matches feature Takio Marnie and Slevien Tony with notable scores. Event lists include multiple city fighters and results from Philadelphias.
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Limps To Victory On Only 3 Tires In 600-Mile Race
CHARLOTTE. No. Pearson of Stuurtastyune 5C limped the final lap of the 600 mile World guile race after a rear tire blew with a lap and a half to go. He held a lead over Glen Roberts of Day ting Beach Fla when the tire failed. Pearson kept control and took the checkered flag with a lap to spare. Roberts finished second and won $240.
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Jay Sigel Repeats as Pennsylvania Golf King
Jay Sigel defended his title in a Pennsylvania golf championship, repeating as the state king after a strong showing on the course. The victory adds to Sigel's list of regional wins, highlighting his consistent performance this season.
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Holiday Sp Cardene Baseball and Golf Schedule
Holiday season sections show Cardene Baseball and Golf events planned across several venues. Schedules include Bracken Field Loveland Field and Ye hafltap, with teams such as Yankees and Braves involved in Teener League twin bills and city matchups.
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Palmer Beaten In Playoff At Indianapolis Open
Palmer loses in a playoff at the Indianapolis Open with Doug Ford sinking clutch birdies. Ford edges Palmer after two extra holes to claim the $50,000 event in a tight finish at the famed course, amid early reports of strong play from players like Gary Player and others. Harding details note Ford’s 68 and Palmer’s 69 in regulation, with Ford clinching victory on the second extra hole.
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