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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1960

Page

18

Bitter New York columnists mock West Coast shifts in baseball

A KMPC radio talker recalls New York writers bitter about Wall Street players relocating to the West Coast. The piece mocks proposed handicaps for American League teams, notes Dodgers and Giants departures, and comments on Red Smith’s football critiques and Vince Lombardi’s running game.

KMPC Steve Bailey New York Bailey Roy Steve Big City Broadway Gotham Vernon Law Wallie O'Malley Horace Stoneham West Coast Los Angeles San Francisco Dodgers Giants Red Smith Rutgers Green Bay Jim Taylor Paul Hornung Smith Vince Lombarli Lombardi Eague Sire Red Bob Waterfield Arnett Matson Ross Rams Vince Lombardi

Chargers and Titans clash to finish AFL season

The Los Angeles Chargers travel to face the New York Titans in the Coliseum, a game that pits two three game win streaks. Titans quarterback Al Dorow leads a high powered receivers group with Art Powell and Don Maynard. Chargers hope to cap their season after a tough 41-33 win at Denver and a return from injury for end Howard Clark.

Chargers New York Titans Sammy Baugh Titans Cindhease Kacourek Houssey Iss al Dorow Jeads Art Powell Don Maynard Denver Howard Clark Sid Gillman

Broncos and Raiders Set for AFL Finale at Candlestick Park

The Denver Broncos face the Oakland Raiders in the AFL season finale at Candlestick Park in San Francisco. Game time is 1:30 p.m. with an even rating. Denver stands 4-8-1 and Oakland 5-8.

Denver Broncos Oakland Raiders Candlestick Park San Francisco Denver Oakland

Bruins hold off San Pedro in non league win 66 63

Wilson High withstood a fourth period rally by San Pedro to win 66 63 in the Brads gym. Key scoring came from Bill Mattingly and John Wilson who sealed the victory with late free throws as San Pedro battled back from a 13 8 start and narrowed the gap to 64 61 before the Bruins pulled away.

Wilson San Pedro Randal Hozie Bruins John Wilson Pat Brown Mattingly Sen Viluom Gorseic Ee Falliegly Hyt Airay Ty A Wilson Biren Cole Ise San Petra Rusim Guerretort Wilton

Millikan Posts Fifth Win in Row in Preleague Showdown

Millikan High raced to a straight preleague victory Friday night, defeating Centennial 62 to 46 in the Rams gym. Millikan led 10-10 after the first quarter and never trailed, converting 48 percent from the field with 29 baskets. Hank Fehring led Millikan with 17 points while Roy Walker topped Centennial with 18 and Art Tolider added 16.

Millikan High Centennial Millikan Hank Fehring iCentennial Roy Walker Art Tolider

Delay Sale of A's CNCAGO in Kansas City Athletics

The proposed sale, amid contrasting interests, was postponed in private court as Munday delayed proceedings in Kansas City Athletics on Friday.

Cncago Kansas Ci Athletics Munday

Lancership Artesia Cup Consolation Title

Lakewood High opened with an 11-5 lead and held off Artesia in the fourth to win 41-37 and take the Paramount Tournament consolation crown. Shannon Youn caren starred for Lakewood while Bob Lowes sat out with a cold and Bil Brummel earned all tournament honors despite a five point final.

Dennis Putnam Lakewood High Artesia Eee Shannon Youncaren Lancers Pioneers Lakewood Bob Lowes Bil Brummel Swan

Price's Last Second Shot Sparks Saints Triumph over Leuzinger

Price drilled a last second jumper with ten seconds left to lift St. Anthony's to a 61-59 win over Leuzinger in the Domin guee High tourney. He tied the tournament scoring record with 23 points as St. Anthony erased a second half deficit and held on for victory.

Price Ty Price Brant St. Anthony Leuzinger Dominguee High Shall Duieblork

High School Basketball Tournament Roundup Highlights

Fragmented scores show Yisen 84 in a win over San Petre and La Mirada 58. Huntington and Crefsey post tournament results while other matches feature Lynwood 49 South Hla 42 and Beverly Hills ringside 87. Hockey results include Bravigtace 7 Gulfala 4 and Rochester 2.

Yisen San Petre Lahevood al Arteys IF Snenowy Beviney Sy Aualtikan Bentcy Tal Bis Orrinyina Walley Christian Waley Lynwood South Hla la Mirada Susry Bis Ad Huntington Aeach Hesliraten Crefsey Easeyer Brea Glinda Chae Beverly Jills Ted Conaiay Fureare

Vikings Roll Over Cal Poly Frosh

The Vikings built a 45 28 halftime edge and defeated Cal Poly frosh 58 36. Cal Poly mounted a late rally with seven minutes remaining, narrowing the gap to three before consecutive scores by Hodge and Doyle Canadadgy and Car sealed the win for the home team.

Vikes Cal Poly Hodge Doyle Canadadgy Car

Boston University Players Suspended by Disciplinary Committee

Boston University suspends starting defensemen Poe McCann of Framingham and Russ McCurdy of Rhode Island from Friday night action for a breach of discipline. Spokesman cites only these two players in the incident, details not disclosed. Long Beach winds up northern swing in San Francisco to face defending champions in the Big Fight Ramis series.

Boston UPS Boston University Pereapt Poe McCann Framingham Russ McCurdy Paswtucket Hodge Vikings Long Beach Tanigie San Francisco Big Fight Ramis

Logan vows he is still regular shortstop for Braves

Milwaukee pitcher Johnny Logan declared he remains the regular shortstop for the Milwaukee Braves and will battle for the job in Bradenton. He dismissed questions about a possible move and said he will compete with Rey Me hin Ly and others for the position as spring training continues.

Logan Milwauke UPI Johnny Logan Pias Foreman Gigi “Cegular Wyghearn Milwaukee Braves Rey Mehin Ly Hing Cal Paty Fees EL O Braves Logan Aid Sao Paulo Eder Bravil Bradenton Crowt Billy Pearcock Los Angeles

Preacher Cop Team Wins Tag Main Event at Municipal Auditorium

Stan Trotek and The Preacher defeated Art Micha itik and Mike Layne in a tag team main event. Count Billy Varga required 25 minutes to defeat Lord Blears in a special match. Dick Hugin tossed Tani Herman in 13 minutes of the opener.

Holek Stan Trotek Preacher Art Michaitik Mike Layne Municipal | Auditorium Billy Varga Lord Blears Dick Hugin Tani Herman

Lakers fall to Cincinnati 130 116 on neutral court

incomplete game recap notes the Lakers lose 130 116 on a neutral site amid scattered references to Detroit Boston and Portland. mentions a 108 106 Pistons win and a Celtics context while fragmentary and unclear.

Detroit Warriors Joss Lakers Boston Pistons

Palm Springs Chosen as Angel Spring Training Site

The Los Angeles Angels settled on Palm Springs as their spring training venue. General Manager Fred Miney announced from Chicago after discussions with Cubs, Giants, Red Sox, and Indians officials. A spring exhibition schedule is being drafted and an announcement is hoped for next week in Los Angeles. Irv Kaze was named publicity director.

Los Angeles Angels Palm Springs Fred Miney Chicago Arizona Chicago Cubs San Francisco Boston Cleveland Haney Los Angeles Angels Irv Kaze

Lakers Acquire Ron Johnson from Pistons

The Los Angeles Lakers buy Ron Johnson, former Minnesota star, from the Detroit Pistons. Johnson, 21, 6 feet 214 pounds, replaces Gary Alcorn who was waived by the Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers Ron Johnson University of Minnesota Detroit Pistons National Basketball Association Johnson Dal Gary Alcorn Canter Lakers

49ers Seek Repeat Over Pepperdine in Nonconference Clash

Long Beach State travels to Pepperdine for a nonconference game after erasing a late deficit to beat Pepperdine 72 62 earlier. Center Jones scored 21 as Salcido's 19 helped LBSC snap a Pepperdine streak. both veterans shoulder aStarting five return while Holand and Jones battle injuries.

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Utah Redskins Rout San Jose State in 248 Point Victory

Utah routed San Jose State in a 248 point basketball win as Billy McGill scored 30 points before leaving with minutes remaining. The victory marked Utah's fourth straight win and the highest score San Jose State has allowed this year.

Utah Redskins San Jose State Spartans Utah Billy McGill

Free Discount Card Promises at Local Service Stop

A fragmented local notice advertises a free discount card tied to a service stop at an intersection near Compton and Gowiey Alo. The readable fragments mention Texaco service and a Mr. Morey Down, with unclear details on the offer or eligibility.

Texaco Constan & Gowiey Compton

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