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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1959

Page

10

Bruins Take PCC Lead With Close Win Over USC

UCLA tops Southern California 65 63 on Walt Torrence last minute steal and figh for possession in PCC action. California Bears stay within half a game after a tense showdown as Stanford slips to third with a Friday loss. Oregon State visits Washington State and Idaho while Oregon meets Washington in a lone Saturday game. National race remains tight with Kentucky North Carolina and Kansas State leading the way.

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Rockets Enter Playoffs Clinch Second With 4-3 Win

The Rockets edged the White Sox Junitors 4-3 at Blair Field to seal a playoff spot in the Southern California Winter League. Bob Campbell earned the win with five innings pitched, doubled, singled, and drove in two runs as Houston secured second place with an 8-4 record and will face a yet-to-be-determined opponent in the first round.

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Jordan Faces Gutierrez In Non Title Bout At Olympic

World welterweight champion Dan Jordan returns to the ring for the first time since defeating Virgil Akins. He meets Alvaro Gutierrez of Mexico City in a 10 round non title bout at the Olympic Auditorium in Los Angeles. Only one TV show is scheduled this week and it comes from Washington.

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Outdoor Tips Warn Ventilation to Prevent Fatal Indents

Public safety notice advises campers to use a stove only with ample ventilation to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. The guidance emphasizes proper shelter and ventilation to prevent deadly accidents during outdoor activities.

Wall Reels In Early Lead Then Fades In Final Round

In ten years of pro play Wall held a strong opening run with three straight birdies but faltered on the back nine. Litter surged with four birdies on 16 and 17 as Wall bogeyed several holes, dropping from the lead in a volatile final. The field features Art Watt Jr and others in a crowded money list and Amateur/Pro divisions.

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College Standings Banquet Preview Continued From Page C

College standings are outlined with emphasis on team rankings and achievements expected at the year’s end banquet. Notes highlight leading scorers, conference position, and upcoming honors for players and coaches.

Australian miler Herbh Elliott sets pace for 1960s rivals

The report notes Herb Elliott lowering the mile mark to 4:05.5 and predicts a future assault on the record as rivals like Merv Lincoln regroup for 1960 Olympic prep. Lincoln resigns to join an accounting firm, while Elliott trains intensely for a landmark season.

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Baylor Paces Lakers Win in Veiled Incident

Elgin Baylor sat out a Charleston game after a racial incident, yet returned to score 30 points as Minneapolis beat Philadelphia 116-108. Baylor and Hundley starred in a fast passing effort, forming a 69 point half spree while the Lakers snapped a five game slide. Charleston Mayor Copenhaver defended the city’s stance, calling the incident past and noting the lack of city responsibility. Cincinnati GM Pop Wilson argued Baylor's absence did not erase the Royals’ victory, as the Lakers had played him in six other games.

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Berry Bids For Spot In Top 5 In Met Basketball Standings

Dick Markowitz leads Long Beach City College near the end of the season with a 1,073 two-season total and a 42.7 scoring average, aiming to move into the all-time top five as LBCC hosts East Los Angeles and travels to Bakersfield. Berry advances into sixth in league games and Rob Ferry climbs toward the all-time LBCC scoring list as the Vikings pursue high-impact finishes.

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Moore League Showdown Sparks Weekend Prep

The Moore League features a strong opening night with Jordan hosting Bakersfield and Millikan facing Lakewood as Poly and Wilson clash for playoff positioning. Aron Carmichael scored 26 for Poly in a 62 47 win over Jordan while Wilson edged Millikan 52 46 led by Casey Cox with 38 points and 14 rebounds.

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McDougal Award Honors Yankee Leader and Sponsor

An annual honor in Columbus recognizes a World champion and standout player. The event highlights the New York Yankees figure as star contender, with corporate and regional sponsors featured in the ceremony.

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Chrisman Snares Drag Race Honors at Long Beach

Jack Chrisman won the final action in the 1959 Drag Races. He came from behind in the last 50 yards to win in 10.558 seconds with a top speed of 148.27 mph. The Long Beach team now poses a strong threat to national champions Ted Cur Frank Happer and Howard Jahansen Sunday.

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Unlucky Werner Hits Gate Loses Ski Title

Wallace Bud Werner of Steamboat Springs Colo ruined his bid for the 1958 Hannenkamm title by striking the 42nd gate with his ski tip in the second run. The miscue handed the Alpine Combined to Anders Molterer of Austria after Werner had won downhill on Saturday and led after the first run.

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United States advances to world finals in Chile

The United States defeated United Arab Republics 103 to 58 to finish the preliminary round unbeaten and reach the world basketball championship finals. Bulgaria downed Uruguay 65 to 38 as seven teams from three groups join Chile in the championship round starting Tuesday. Russia also qualified despite a 163 to 34 loss to Canada.

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Krogh Captures Gardena Main in Buick Victory

Jack Krogh of Escandito driving a 1957 Buick won the 40 lap Sportsman car status event at Gardena Stadium Sunday. Bobby Hogle finished second in the feature. Krogh also claimed the career lap trophy dash in a separate event.

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Welu Wins National Match Game Title in All Star Bowling

Billy Welu defeated Ray Bluth to claim the All Star bowling classic match title and a $5,000 prize, finishing 211-48 Petersen points to 310-26. Marion Ladewig captured the women’s championship for the seventh time with a 149-33 performance. Defending champ Merle Matthews of Long Beach faded to 12th.

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