Nicklaus Opens British Open Practice with 65
Jack Nicklaus shot eight under par 65 in final practice for the British Open at Royal Birkdale. The Masters champion praised his form while heading for the Wednesday start in an 130-player field. Scouting rivals include Palmer Lema Player and Sanders among others in a wide, wind prone week.
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Indians Place Mike Hedlund On Disabled List
The Cleveland Indians announced pitcher Mike Hedlund is on the disabled list with inflamed tendons in his right shoulder. Hedlund, 19, will rest for three weeks per team physician Dr. Vic Ippolito and would be eligible to return on August 5. GM Gabe Paul indicated no immediate call up of another pitcher.
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Hula Girl wins My Dear Girl Purse at Aqueduct
Meadow Stable's Hula Girl a Native Dancer offspring with Larry Adams aboard edged My Boss Lady by a neck in 1 05 1 5 for 54% furlongs earning 4 30, 2 90 and 32 50. My Boss Lady paid 33 60 and 2 70 in Delware Park action. Carnivals Queen, Rockburn Farm, Debonair Purse victories noted.
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76ers Sign Dolph Schayes To New Pact
Philadelphia AP Dolph Schayes signed a one year contract to remain head coach of the 76ers, who finished 40 40 last season and lost a tight Eastern finals to Boston. Schayes, 37, a 14 year NBA veteran, is the only player with more than 1000 games. Dewitt New York. Giants sign Homer Jones and Frank Lasky renewals for 1965 NFL season.
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Ex Kings Testify On Boxing Probe Opens With Suggestions
Three former heavyweight champions Rocky Marciano Jack Dempsey and Gene Tunney testified before a House committee urging a federal boxing commission to curb corruption and regulate broadcasts They argued promoters money and television interest threaten the sport and urged licensing of boxers managers promoters and seconds The hearing also examined fixed fights and the broader impact of commercialization on sports
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Federal Communications Commission
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Federal Boxing Commission
Sonny Liston
Floyd Patterson
Cassius Clay
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R Iil
Clemente Dominates Week, Sees Voters Slow Him
Roberto Clemente of the Pirates bypassed on the NL All-Star team and surged to third in batting, hitting .335 for the week. He led NL hitters with a 386 stretch, moved up as Willie Mays and Richie Allen shared league lead at .336, while Hank Aaron slid to fourth as Joe Torre and Donn Clendenen fell. Mantilla and Colavito shared AL home run lead at 19. Stargell closely trails in RBIs with 64.
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Richie Allen
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Willie Mays
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Jesus Alu
Pittsburgh
Billy Virdon
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Cookie Rojas
Frank Robinson
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Henry Aaron
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Joe Torre
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Boston
Carl Yastrzemski
Vic Davalillo
Cleveland Indians
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Red Soa
Jimmie Hall
Minnesota Twins
Willie Morton
Rocky Colaviteo
Leon Wagner
Indians
Pete Ward
Chicago
Brooks Robinson
Baltimore
Dick McAuliffe
Tigers
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Horton
Mays
Will Stargell
Pitsburghs
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Mantilla
Swoboda Emerges as Mets New Star at Shea Stadium
Ron Swoboda, 21, a hard hitting rookie with the New York Mets, has captivated fans at Shea with power and flair. He belts homers at a rapid pace, including a 565 foot shot against Houston, while manager Casey Stengel notes his raw, brash potential and imperfect fielding.
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Speedy Scot Favored in $100,000 Roosevelt Interntl Trot
Speedy Scot defending champion was made the 1-5 favorite for Saturday's $100,000 International Trot at Roosevelt. Castleton Farm Lexington owner, Ralph Bald win driving, drew post four as top choice in the seven-nation field. Betsy Herbert of Canada earned post two and was the 6-1 second choice after a strong 2024 campaign with seven wins in nine starts.
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AL Urges NL To Go Heavy On Right Handed Pitching In All Star Game
The American League invited the National League to emphasize right handed pitching for the July 13 All Star Game in Minnesota. AL announced a 17 man squad with four left handed batters and Mickey Mantle among reserves. Mantle, sidelined by a thigh injury, was picked for the 14th time.
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Mets Recall Musgraves From Buffalo Farm Club
New York Mets announce 21 year old right hander Dennis Musgraves is recalled from Buffalo International League, replacing Jim Bethke who is optioned there. Mets complain first year rule limits minor league development and rosters.
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Art Arfons Sets Tentative Dates For Speed Records
Akron speed ace Art Arfons announced tentative dates for a land speed attempt at the Boneville Salt Flats Utah. The Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce listed two potential windows Sept 25 to Oct 2 or Oct 24 to Oct 30, conditions permitting. Arfons previously set a 536.71 mph two way average on the flats last October and may try to top his record.
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Quadrangle Eyes Return to East Coast After Americal Handicap
In Hollywood Park racing notes Qua drangle finished fourth in the American Handicap and trainer Elliott Burch said a move back to New York with Rokeby Farm owner Paul Mellon is being considered for the stallion. The plan follows a poor showing in three stakes races.
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Cardinals Sign Robb Brumm and Walker to 1965 Deals
The St. Louis Cardinals announced three defensive end signings for 1965. Joe Robb and Don Brumm are regulars, while Chuck Walker is a reserve. The announcements confirm contract agreements reached Tuesday.
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Buhl urges Cubs to trade as confidence cited
New York AP veteran pitcher Bob Buhl of the Chicago Cubs says he wants a trade because Leu Klein lacks confidence in him. He says the issue is not personal and details two talks with Klein after being pulled from a game against the Giants. Buhl, 36, notes his 8-6 record this season and a 13 year career while awaiting club action via a trade.
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Clarke avenges 5,000m defeat at Stockholm meet
In Stockholm, Australia's Ron Clarke beat Kenya's Kipchongo Keino in the fast 5,000 meters. Cyrol Burleson, now at Stockholm, won the 3,500 meters in 3:41.8, and Canada's Bill Crothers captured the 800 meters in 1:47.3. Keino posted 13:30.4 for 5,000, Rodlants was third in 13:34.8.
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Stardust International Raceway to Open in Las Vegas Area
Construction is underway four miles west of Las Vegas for Stardust International Raceway a three mile road course designed by Stirling Moss. The project is by the Stardust Racing Association tied to Stardust Hotel Casino officers in Las Vegas.
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AFL still hopes to land New Orleans franchise
Lamar Hunt, chairman of the AFL Expansion Committee, said the league remains interested in New Orleans for a potential franchise after promoter Dave Dixon claimed New Orleans was withdrawn from consideration. Hunt noted interest in five cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, Philadelphia, Miami, and New Orleans, not necessarily in that order.
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Tuscarora Ladies Host Cedars Group At Tourney
The Tuscarora Ladies Golf Association hosted a Cedars Country Club group from Chatham. Low gross for Tuscarora went to Carlene Carlton Susie Turner and Joan Whiel tied for low putts. Rita Boulware had the low gross for Cedars. Sammy Shelton and Swanson Hill tied for fewest putts.
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