Venturi's Vultures and Nicklaus in Open era slump
Washington AP report notes Ken Venturi ended his run with a victory in the Open after shedding his chronic support group venturi's vultures and questions whether Jack Nicklaus can shake a late-year slump. Nicklaus, hailed as the top player and odds-on favorite, laments slow starts and missed putts while preparing for the British Open at St Andrews July 4-12. Dan Sikes predicts Nicklaus will win many titles, arguing he remains a young force in golf.
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McMurtrey advances to Public Links final. Joseph an alternate
Jim McMurtrey of San Leandro earned another berth in the U S Public Links Championship at Harding Park with a 74 74 for 187 in qualifying, while John Joseph of Hayward will be an alternate. Top qualifier was John Steddin of Sharp Park with 78 72 145. Other qualifiers include Steve Whitman and Steve Opperman. Last year’s champion Bobby Lunn qualified automatically but misses team berth for Bay Area.
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California Amateur Qualifying At Pebble Beach Begins
A large field of 860 players competes in the California State/Southern California Amateur Championship at Pebble Beach and Cypress Point. Veterans led by Verne Callison and Steve Whitman mix with former champions as the field tees off, aiming for the title through 30 holes of play.
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Ken Venturi’s Open triumph shocks golf world
The article recalls Ken Venturi’s landmark Open victory as a major upset, highlighting how the win stunned peers and defied expectations. It contrasts Venturi’s performance with famed veterans like Palmer Casper and Nicklaus, noting the improbable, dramatic rise to the title over seasoned rivals and legends.
Wright Wins Lady Carling Open Despite Stumbles
Mickey Wright, who said she played miserably, won the Lady Carling Open at Pleasant Valley Country Club. She shot a 220 total to capture $1,500 from a $10,000 purse, boosting her to third on the all time money list in women’s pro golf. Patty Borg ran ninth with 228 and $360. Others listed include Sandra Haynie, Carol Mann, Mary Mills, Shirley Englehorn, Patty Berg, Ruth Jessen, and JoAnn Prentice with varying payouts.
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Carol Mann
Marlene Age
Sybil Griffin
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JoAnn Prentice
Sherry Wheeler
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Aces Old Hat For Ashley At Castlewood Country Club
Ashley carded his second ace at Castlewood’s hill course in under two years, narrowly holeing a S iron on the 17th after an earlier ace on the sixth. Witnessed by his wife and Mr and Mrs BP Menally, the round added to his growing list of remarkable drives. The piece also lists scattered Pacific Coast League standings and team notes with Denver Arkansas Tacoma Seattle and others.
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Greenwood Wins Kiote Cup Playoff in 1964 Golf
Newark tournament director Bob Greenwood edged ahead from a 70-64 weekend mark to win the 36 hole Kiote Hills 1964 Directors Cup with a net 128. Ugo Bollea tied at halfway but settled second with 182 total. Flight B winner Mannie Luhn shot 77-12-65, edging Dick McCormick by one stroke. Flight C went to Dr. Don Goodman with 192, ex-Detroit Tiger outfielder Jack Cerin 133. Flight D winner Ergie Stein posted 136 to beat Buckets Jarmiser by two strokes.
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Hard To Win In This Loop In Thrasher Park League
SAN LEANDRO Dennis Letrman of the Larls and George Manrique of the Mustangs in the Thrasher Park International League seek a win. Gehrman pitched a no hit no run game for the Darts against the Tell Cats but the game ended in a 0 0 tie. Manrique hit an unassisted triple play but his team fell to the Saber Jets 9 1. Bill Opsahl of the Hawks earned a 6 0 victory with a no hit effort against the Star Fires in a San Leandro Recreation Department junior baseball action.
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Why the Wild Pitch On First Roll in Bowling Tricks
Readers debate spare conversion after a shady first shot. The column lists six bowling styles, explains overstraining on the second ball, and urges relaxing to roll toward the pocket for a strike or spare. It cites names and teams as examples, including Gophers and Titans, in a bustling sports page feature.
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Cubs Sweep Pirates Behind Jackson Three-Hitter
Chicago Cubs sweep doubleheader with a 2-1 and 7-2 wins over Pittsburgh as Larry Jackson limits the Pirates to a three-hitter in the opener and drives in both runs. Pirates’ only tally came in the second on Bill Mazeroski single and Jim Pagliaroni double before Jackson retired 22 straight.
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Cleveland Open preliminaries spark pro luminaries attention
The Cleveland Open begins Thursday with 14% pros and 10 amateurs in the field. Highlighted by US Open champion Ken Venuri, the event promises a $29,000 first prize as preliminaries unfold today.
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Watanabe Wins Tokyo Welterweight Crown
Watanabe defeated Philippine champion Vert Somodio by knockout in the fifth round to capture the Orient junior welterweight title on Monday night in Tokyo. The bout followed a two round schedule, with Watanabe asserting dominance early and securing victory in the fifth.
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Tavares Shines As San Lorenzo Beats Bill Cady Post
San Lorenzo pitcher Paul Tavares threw a four hitter and drove in the decisive runs with a bases loaded triple in the sixth. He allowed only two hits after the first inning and struck out five. San Lorenzo totaled 11 hits, led by Silva, Hinojosa, and Tavares, while Corral and Evelath contributed homers.
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No More Talk For Jay Swap No More Talk For Jay Swap
Cincinnati Reds beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 2 1 in game two of a doubleheader behind Joey Jay who earned his fourth win. Koufax hit his sixth straight victory in his 200th major league appearance as Bob Miller pitched three scoreless innings. A double by Vana Pinson and a home run by Deron Dolinson provided the Reds’ runs.
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Dodgers and Braves Open Three-Game Series Tonight
Dodgers and Milwaukee Braves begin a three game series tonight as both teams seek momentum. Los Angeles, after a 4-2 win and 2-1 loss to the Reds in a doubleheader, sits eighth while Milwaukee, hit by Houston over the weekend, drops toward ninth. Koufax earned his 10th win and Frank Howard added his 15th RBI in the Reds split.
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Braves fall leaves Milwaukee eighth in a four game series
Milwaukee Braves swept a double header to drop into seventh place, as Mets trailing in the pennant chase, Rusty Staub led the Colts with two homers and two singles while Ken Johnson and Hal Woodeshick closed out the nightcap. Joe Gaines sparked Houston with a two homer burst and the Braves' slump extended to six losses. Bragan shuffled lineups for a fourth straight game yet the club remained mired in a season-low slide.
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California League Sunday Results Report
Stockton defeated Renee Hakersrighd 3 to 1 in a league Sunday card. Savina Sante Barbara and Modesta faced off with a 0-0 tie as the schedule listed FONSNO 15. Tonight’s games feature Hockion at Rene hanta and Barker at Modest Nakershehd with Ralings Lovy Symey listed on the slate.
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Soccer Champs Crown United States Open
In Los Angeles AP reports Sicker Victoria Soccer Eloh claimed the United States Open title with a 2 0 victory over the Ukrainian Nationals of Philadelphia.
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Bolero Leads Newport Boat Race at Nevada Park
In Newport California Tim Maselev’s 73 foot Fi bolero powered to the lead in a tense third of the New Park racing event at Nevada Park. The San Carlos owner steered his craft with steady pace as competitors jockeyed for position.
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