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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1966
Page
3
In the 50th Indianapolis 500, drivers risked carnage on the track as Gurney critiqued the race and Clark endured spins and close calls. Foyt Ward and others faced dangerous laps while Hill drank milk after victory in a stark finish.
Graham Hill was confirmed winner of the 50th Indianapolis 500 after a protest by Gordon Johncock was denied. Jim Clark’s team considered protesting Hill’s victory but later acknowledged a timing error by their crew. The race featured a massive pileup on the first turn, with only seven cars finishing and A J Foyt and 14 spectators lightly injured.
The final official finish list for Monday's Indianapolis 500 shows Graham Hill from England in a Lola Ford leading at 144.317 mph, followed by Jim Clark of Scotland in a Lotus Ford, and Jim McElliston of Texas in a Brabham-Ford. The report notes multiple retirements and mechanical failures among other top contenders and a major multi-car wreck during the event.
San Lorenzo High opens spring training under coach Jerry Dore with nine returning lettermen and strong JV depth. Veterans Bob Severini Joe Ribaudo Craig Leiker lead lineup while Kerry McDonald and Randy Phillips expected to bolster defense. Arroyo High and Castro Valley also poised for strong seasons as spring Frolic under way.
Leandro and Pacific high schools plan a switch in offensive approach this fall under new head coaches Ben Shnrum and Gunnari. Shnrum seeks a new quarterback to replace Alan Piteathley while Gunnari evaluates junior Jimenez as a likely big passer, signaling more aerial plays for September.
CVHS elevates Jack Miyamoto to head baseball coach replacing Pat Lavaglia who has led since the school's inception. Miyamoto, previously freshman and junior varsity coach and assistant football coach for three years, will begin immediately while Lavaglia focuses on mathematics.
Janet Scafani a Mission High School senior from Fremont was named to the Women’s Indoor All American team after scoring the winning goal for Santa Clara Swim Club in the three league senior women’s water polo tournament at Gubberly High. She had five assists in the final game and scored the final goal to give CSCSC a 7-6 win over North Virginia Athletic Club, sealing the seven-team event.
Davlat fare barrels into a tough scoring challenge at Firestone Country Club as players chase the PGA Champion certificate. Marr shot a 33 37 70 in a National Golf Day event, while Gary Player leads and the field records all under par strokes including handicaps to beat Marr.
Norman R. Poile, former Seals GM and Edmonton coach, appointed vice president of personnel for the new NHL club in Philadelphia. Putnam said Poile will manage administrative duties and develop farm and scouting systems, oversee coaching, drafts, trades and signings. He brings long league ties and past front office leadership to the position.
Houston Post reports John Brodie of the San Francisco 49ers is in Houston possibly to discuss business with the Houston Oilers. Oilers owner Bud Adams says he has heard Brodie is in town and that he and Don Klosterman are friends.
Harada of Japan won a unanimous 15 round decision to retain the world bantamweight title over Eder Jofre of Brazil. A nosebleed in round one and a cut over Jofre’s left eye marked the bout, with Harada delivering a steady pace from the start and winning on all three judges scores.
James Barratt was named athletic director at Oregon State University in Corvallis, succeeding the late Amory Slats Gill. Barratt’s appointment marks a transition for OSU athletics as the school moves to fill the longtime leadership role.
Oakland burglars attempted to blast open the Lake Chabot Golf Course safe at 4 02 am but failed. The blast demolished most of the clubhouse causing about 20000 dollars in damage while the course stayed open for play. Six to eight sticks of dynamite were used and the burglars fled after the failed safe entry.
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