Hodges ready to move again after strong World Series
Gil Hodges, 35, who has learned every position except pitcher and shortstop, believes the Dodgers may shift him from first base in spring training as Frank Howard and Norm Larker compete. Hodges also discusses the Giants’ pennant chances, his goal of 400 homers, and his willingness to play any position to reach it.
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Rose Bowl previews and standout 1959 sports notes
This column recaps Rose Bowl expectations, criticizes expert previews, and highlights top 1959 sports moments. It cites Dale Hackbart, Jerry Stalcup, Dan Lanphear, and Jim Owens, plus East, West, and Midwest bowl outcomes and an Associated Press poll of top events.
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Mayfair Cagers Win Fourth Straight In Close Win
Mayfair High edged Los Altos 52 48 in a Suburban League game Tuesday in the Los Altos gym. Ray Toenie a 64 center scored 15 points and limited Ron Renner Los Altos 6 10 center to 14 as Mayfair secured its fourth consecutive victory.
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Lynx Hegin Softball Practice Opens in Buena Park
The Lynx, a longtime South and West Coast softball power, begin workouts tonight at 7 in Buena Park’s Recreation Park. They compete in the Pacific Coast Women’s League and face early issues at first and third base with manager Louise (Lou Fiscli) guiding the squad.
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Texas not only one to show prejudice in Cotton Bowl
University of Texas coach Darrell Royal charged that both teams in the Cotton Bowl may have been guilty of excessive talking during the game with Syracuse. He cited a Syracuse player calling his halfback Rene Ramirez names and noted three penalties on the pivotal play that led to a fight. Royal said neither team played dirty football.
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29 Grid Fatalities Most in 12 Years
Los Angeles State Colleges forms for the first week off announced Tuesday that 29 football fatalities were recorded in 1959 the highest total since 1847 Eastwood who had been investigating football deaths since 1931 said football was directly responsible for 18 deaths and indirectly responsible for one more with nine fatalities in sandlot football three in semi pro 13 in high school and four in college Pro football had no fatalities Eastwood noted the direct death total has held steady for four years heat exhaustion contributed to more indirect deaths and he urged reduced practice in high temperatures.
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NBA Leaders From Scrambled Clippings
Scattered OCR reads show player names like Boston figures Cousy and Jones along with Chamberlain and Philadelphia references. Scant legible data hints at points and averages but is too garbled for precise figures or event details.
Prep Cage Scores Amid Par saka Tied Varsity Meet
A garbled scoreline lists Newport Harbor 79 and Alamitos 4, with Burwind Joraan bench notes and Paramount Bearh 54. Names appear misread. readable items show high school prep basketball scores and team mentions in a regional meet setting.
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Late Vacation Tour to South Pacific on Budget Fare
ACME TRAVEL advertises a three week South Pacific tour from Los Angeles with all inclusive air fare options. The offer highlights affordable prices and a travel package designed for sun and island experiences.
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Sand Stops Hayden in Second Heat Boxing Bout
Sand, a 2-1 underdog, knocked out Johnny Hayden in the second round of a 12 round heavyweight elimination fight at the Olympic Auditorium Tuesday night. A hard right hand early forced Hayden to flee, despite his height reach and weight edge. Sand followed with a left hook and overhand right to deck Hayden, who rose at the count.
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Jon Arnett Wins 1959 Most Popular Ram Contest
Tidings reports Jon Arnett the winner of the 1959 Most Popular Ram contest sponsored by the Catholic Youth Organization. Rev. John P. Languille announced the result on Tuesday with Arnett edging Ollie Matson Les Richter Del Shofner and Bill Wade among the top contenders.
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KO Artists Clash in TV Ten Round Welterweight Bout
Stefan Redi and Carl Hubbard, rising welterweights with 32 knockouts combined, meet in a ten round televised bout at Chicago Stadium. Redi, 26, Hungarian refugee, fills in for Rudell Stitch who failed a physical. Redi has 18 KOs in 26 wins while Hubbard has 14 KOs in 18 victories.
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colleges battle in scattered scores across nation
A sweep of basketball results shows Santa Monica, Orange Coast, and Santa Clara posting varied scores. Notable outcomes include Western State 76 Kentucky 37, Indiana Central 102 over Anderson 2, and Baylor defeating Texas AM 62 to 59.
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Montgomery Holland Vie for Fresh Point Lead
Montgomery and Holland, former Moore League foes, duel for top freshman scoring at Long Beach State. Montgomery leads with 13.4 PPG after nine games, Holland at 12.1, as Downey’s 7.3 rebound average and other Millikan players stack the LBSC lineup. Coach Bob Wuestei’s squad, 63- record, hosts Oceanside JC tonight at 8. Locklin leads Millikan with 20 in 63-42 win over California in the Excalibur Bee tourney.
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Congress Supports Rickey Move To Form Third Major League
Congress allies back Continental League chief Rickey and founder Shea with Sen. Kenneth Keating endorsing a mediator role to resolve disputes with the existing majors. Keating calls a third major league the answer to baseball expansion, while Frick faces pressure to guarantee free operation under federal law.
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Pius Defeats Paramount 56 to 29 In Nonleague Clash
Pius toppled Paramount 56 29 in a non league game at the Pirates gym. Gene Johnson led Pius with 18 points while Mike Olives added 12 and Bob Tritz 11.
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Lakewood Breezes to 63-37 Win on Warren High Court
Lakewood's Ken Matney and Brummel combined for 45 points as the Lancers routed Warren High 63-37 on Warren's court. Coach Jerry Mitchell shuffled his 15 players in the win, improving Lakewood to 8-2 on the season with Western to visit tonight at 8.
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Snow Depth at Squaw Valley Figures Revealed
There was six inches of snow on the valley floor and two inches at the deepest points on the ski slopes at Squaw Valley site. Forecasters predict continued clear weather through Thursday with more snow expected before the Olympics Feb 18 28.
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