Haddix swap costs Phillies as Jones shines for Braves
Philadelphia traded Lefty Harvey Haddix to Cincinnati for Wally Post. Meantime Verna Jones, key 1957 World Series figure, was sold back to Sacramento Solons after a winter trade and midseason stint with Wichita. In Florida, Haddix allowed four Braves homers as Philadelphia won 6 to 3. Kaline hurt arm, Ditmar setback in drills.
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Squaw Valley Aid Bill Reaches House
Washington reports Speaker Sam Rayburn will bring to the House action on a bill to authorize four million dollars for the United States to host the 1960 Winter Olympics at Squaw Valley California. The measure, which already cleared the Senate, would be debated under special procedure requiring a two to one vote for passage.
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Infield Battle for Giants Hots up as Rigney Tests Rookies
Phoenix report on the San Francisco Giants infield trials as manager Bill Rigney shuffles prospects with veterans. Orlando Cepeda anchors at first while rookie Jim Davenport shows promise at third and Andre Rodgers holds short. Competition includes Danny O Connell Eddie Bressard Jim Finigan Ray Jablotnski Foster Castelman and Whitey Lockman with Davenport edging toward a permanent spot as Cepeda struggles to secure first base.
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Move Over Venturi Slice-Proof Driver Promises Golf Revolution
UPI report from Sam Snead references Toney Penna and MacGregor introducing a slice-proof driver claimed to be the greatest in golf. The piece features colorful quotes about failing slices and a boastful anecdote about historic St Andrews and a legendary Scots caddy.
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Oakland JC Triumphs Over California Rival in Three-Way Meet
Oakland Junior College defeated the University of California and San Mateo College in a three way track meet. The event featured dramatic plays and controversial moments as the teams vied for points, with California finishing second and San Mateo third.
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Dusty Rhodes Headache Tests Threaten Giants Outfielder
X rays and examination by a neurologist were set today to determine the cause of headaches endangering Dusty Rhodes’s baseball career with the San Francisco Giants. The 31-year-old pinch-hitting hero of 1954 has had five nights of poor sleep as tests were arranged. prior attempts drained his sinuses without relief as his condition grew acute.
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K C Jones on Service All Stars
Several familiar names appeared on the Armed Forces press radio and television service all star basketball teams. Si Green, former Duquesne All American, and K C Jones, San Francisco Dons great, were named to the North American zone squad. Green belongs to the Cincinnati Royals and plays for Ft. Dix New Jersey. Jones plays for Ft. Wood Missouri.
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Robinson hints at rubber match with Basilio after title clash
Chicago dispatch reports Sugar Ray Robinson, aiming for a fifth middleweight crown, hints that if he defeats Carmen Basilio next Tuesday in a "good fight" a rubber match may follow next summer. He notes no rematch clause but says another bout hinges on outcome and crowd interest.
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Celtics Enter Playoffs as Ramsey and Russell Questionable
The Boston Celtics face the Philadelphia Warriors in the opening playoff game with Frank Ramsey and Bill Russell listed as doubtful due to finger injury and tonsillitis. Ramsey will wear a cast and may be limited, while Russell is uncertain how much action he can see. Philadelphia clinched the final Eastern playoff spot with a win over Syracuse, intensifying the series conditions.
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Stokes Removed From Critical List
Cincinnati Royals center Maurice Stokes was taken off the critical list at St Elizabeth's Hospital in Covington after a collapse on a Detroit flight. Doctors say he remains seriously ill and semi conscious but opening his eyes to simple commands. The illness, brain fever in appearance though not yet diagnosed, prompted emergency treatment after the plane incident.
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TV SPORTS LOGS HIGHLIGHT NIGHTLY LINEUP
Weekly TV sports schedule notes Wednesday evening airings including Sports Newsreel at 7:00 followed by Ringside at 9:45 and Hank Weaver at 10:30 plus wrestling coverage.
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Presidio AC Earns National AAU Berth with 68 47 Win
Presidio Athletic Club of San Francisco defeated Valley AC of Fresno 68 to 47 in Pacific AAU playoffs. Al Herring and Carroll Williams led with 17 points each, Branstrom added 23, and Paul Denhao contributed 14. Presidio advances to the National AAU playoffs in Denver.
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Xavier and Flyer Fives Reach NIT Semi finals
Xavier upset Bradley 72 62 to reach the NIT semi finals at Madison Square Garden while Dayton Flyers defeated Fordham 74 70 to advance. Dayton meets St Bonaventure. Xavier faces Saint John’s in the semi finals as Bradley seeks a repeat title after last year’s win over Xavier.
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Ruling Awaited At Golden Gate On Dope Case
Albany report says Golden Gate Fields stewards will disclose today a decision on alleged stimulant use in two horses Fabulous W and Cardiff trained by Landers and Farrell. Tests found traces of caffeine and phenacetin after last week’s races. Track planned to reopen for Hayward Purse race with Sid Swanson starting.
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Yardley Wins Hickok Professional Athlete of the Year
Seorioe Yardley of the Detroit Pistons, former Stanford star who set the alltime pro season scoring record, won the February vote for the S Rae Hickok professional athlete of the year award. He captured 26 first place votes and 101 points from sports writers.
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Battered Seattle Heads for NCAA semi final test
Seattle Universitys Cinderella Chieftains head to Louisville for a Friday NCAA semi final with Kansas State. Coach John Castellani rested the team for a key week after regional title wins over San Francisco and California. Star guard Elgin Baylor is in top shape despite injuries to others including Jim Harney and Francis Saunders.
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Prep Sports Slate for Thursday Opens at Castra Valley
Slate Thursday opens with Castra Valley hosting San Andro at Fremont. Washington meets Campbell in league play while Track SeAnza runs Castro Valley, Hayward faces San Leandra in a busy Bay Area prep card.
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Basilio and Sugar Ray Robinson Take Physicals in Chicago
Middleweight champion Carmen Basilio and challenger Sugar Ray Robinson reported to the Illinois Athletic Commission office for physical examinations ahead of their forthcoming title fight Tuesday. The commission will also review rules and announce the officiating crew for the bout.
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Rubber match TV fight Vaughn Beecham rated even money
Willie Vaughn of Los Angeles and Jimmy Beecham of Miami Beach meet in a nationally televised rubber match at Capitol Arena tonight. Both previous decisions were close, Beecham seeks top 10 ratings with a strong showing, while Vaughn looks to extend his experience advantage and avenge earlier losses.
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