Two Mile Record Falls at Compton Invitational
Horace Ashenfelter of the New York Athletic Club set a new American two mile record at the Compton Invitational, surpassing the meet officials' expectations. The event also featured Wes Santee and Bob Seaman, with Seaman clocking 4:01.2 in the one mile and L.A. area runners posting fast times, including Gundler and Ledesma.
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Padres Tie Oaks 4 2 as Gettel Hurls and Sisler Homers
San Diego defeated Oakland 4 2 behind Gettel's troubled start and a two homer effort by Dick Sisler ex Phila Whiz Kid. Sisler drove in two with a 2 run homer and a sacrifice, while Milt Staith and George Metkovich also contributed for the Padres. Bamberger relieved in the seventh as Padres held on for the win amid late penalties for manager Bob Elliott and third baseman Wag.
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Rainiers Take Second With 7-2 Win Over San Francisco
Rainiers topple San Francisco 7-2 to seize second place in the Pacific Coast League. John Oldham started and finished, earning his first win since April 17 as Seattle backed him with three two-base hits. Bob Greenwood took the loss, while Bob DiPietro extended his hitting streak to 26 games.
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Stock Cars At Pacheco Drive In Contra Costa Speedway Show
Rusty O Callaghan reports a 200 lap stock car race at Contra Costa Speedway near Pacheco, expected crowd over 4000, notable entrants include Jim Graham in a VW, Marvin Petch in a 1955 Mercury, Ben Gregory in a 1954 Olds, Danny Lever in a 83 Hudgen, Bill Amick in a 55 Dodge, Allen Adkins, and Sy Brown in a 55 Chevrolet. second annual Northern California drag championships run at Kingdom Drag Strip near Stockton with early timing and trophy competition planned.
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Allen Adkins
Fresno
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Sacramento
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Ralph Stevens The Fishin Fool Sees Bass And Striper Action Rise
Ralph Stevens reports in his fishing column that AB2257 gains support, inland netting limits may pass, and fishing prospects look bright from Berkeley pier to Crockett. Trolling and bait fishing yield large fish along The Flats and Carquinez Strait while Paris Bay area waters see robust bass and sturgeon activity amid fast boats and sunny forecasts.
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Brothers’ aid costs Sharpe world crown in Oakland
Ben Sharpe fought Thesz for the world wrestling title in Oakland with a first fall in 15 minutes and a second in 12 before an apparent third fall stoppage after being helped by his brother Mike from the ropes. Sharpe was disqualified for that assistance as Jess Ortena and Art Michalik ended with a shared decision. In the team match Cene and Steve Stanlee defeated Gene DuBuque and Baron Gattoni two falls to none.
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Fresno Cardinals extend win streak to 11 in state league
Fresno Cardinals beat Salinas 7-5 to stretch their California League streak to 11 and close within nine points of first place. Visalia beat San Jose 8-6, Stockton defeated Channel Cities 5-2, and Modesto surged 20-6 over Bakersfield as the season heats up.
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Boats at Friant Dam invite California drivers for Sunday
Speedboat racers from across California, including Bob Denny and George Moniz, compete in eight classes at Friant Dam near Fresno. Two heats per boat promise a lively run, with 80 plus drivers and Hydros featured amid a chaotic Midwest style roster.
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Berg and Furgol Open Charity Golf Challenge
Patty Berg and Ben Hogan's era contemporaries start a coast to coast charity golf day at the San Francisco Olympic Club ahead of the 1955 National Open. Berg and Furgol face men and women players, with Gene Andrews and Allen Gieberger as fellow competitors. Over 200000 golfers in the United States Canada Mexico and England join by posting scores for charity. Furgol predicts a score near par 70 after the Olympic layout.
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Midway States Housewife Bowling Class Held
Ashland announces a third Midway States housewife bowling class at Midway Bowl. Floyd Bradbury, instructor, says the free sessions for beginners start June 5 and 9 at 9:30 am and 1 pm, with two two hour sessions and field practice.
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Little League drive funds polio program in churches
Ford C Frick praised Little League for supporting the polio drive by collecting funds from spectators this month. The initiative aims to raise money from about 4000 leagues and more than 100,000 youngsters nationwide.
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Spook Club Beats Vanquishes 3-1 In A League Softball
Eddie's Spook Club defeated Vanquishes 3-1 in a tight AY league softball game last night. Lepes pitched a stingy game giving up few hits as Spook Club seized the victory and preserved the lead in the early season standings.
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Standings Highlight Lane Absa Recreation District Baseball
Patchwork standings feature the Sahrihis Lorenzo Bays club edging the Hunt Foods B league, with Jace Bi191000 homering and Paul Ornellas adding a fifth inning double. Other results include Mattos Concrete beating Cas''7% tro Valley Baptist and YVFW 10 protecting their record by defeating Naval Air Station Rackets 9 to 8.
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Straits Swim Ends In Exhaustion For Two Hopeful Swimmers
Victor A. B. C. of the University of British Columbia and U. S. logger Berty Thomas tried to conquer the 18 mile Juan de Fuca Strait from Victoria to Port Angeles. Both swimmers quit exhausted before reaching the far shore. Thomas was last seen six miles from Port Angeles, while Russell endured eight miles before collapse. Local residents note the attempt surpassed distances of prior challengers amid brutal water conditions.
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Cadilli Stymied In Ten Round Draw In Stockton Bout
Jaime Bosquez of Stockton and Horolulu boxed San Francisco's Gil Cadilli to a 10 round draw at Civic Memorial Auditorium. Cadilli, known for a controversial TV bout with Willie Pep, entered as slight favorite but Bosquez kept him off balance with a stiff jab and sustained pressure.
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