Leonard Beating Deepens Police Fear and Blame
A Los Angeles detective discusses the Wednesday beating of Jackie Leonard in his garage and fears it will deter future informants for decades. The talk links Carbo Palermo and associates to the assault, suggesting semi pro hired help and potential leaks within Leonard’s circle.
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Segura Shifts to Masters Net Opener Victory
Segura wins a three set Masters net opener with aggressive serving and breaks against Sedgman, Pancho Gonzales substitutes in doubles with Sedgman, while Rosewall battles Trabert on final set breaks. Gonzales rests due to eye irritation, back tonight to face Hoad.
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Agent Discounts Report Knox Missing in Mexico
An incomplete UPI dispatch notes Ronnie Knox reportedly in Mexico amid confusion over his status. Gilbert, Knox’s business manager, says Knox is hard to contact and has not reconnected. mentions a past hospitalization for a blood disease during a vacation.
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Maese Survives Spill at Hollywood Park
Alex Maese escaped injury when his mount Alt Van Dom tripped and fell in the fourth race at Hollywood Park. He was thrown near the railing and rolled into the infield to avoid oncoming horses. At Centinela Hospital a possible fracture of the Jefe hard was reported and he was kept overnight for observation.
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Firefighters travel to Oxnard for 8:15 game
The Firefighters will travel to Oxnard tonight for a game with the Oxnard All-Stars at 8:15 PM. They return home to face Delver City on Sunday, continuing their schedule.
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Newcombe Fires 3-Hitter as Reds Triumph Over Giants
Johnny Temple and Roy McMillan homered for Cincinnati as the Reds pounded 10 hits in a 7-2 win over San Francisco. Early miscue by Giants starter Johnny Antonelli and a late wild pitch by Willie Kirkland framed the victory for Cincinnati ace Bob Newcombe, who limited SF to three hits while striking out six and walking two in nine innings.
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Simpson's Pinch Double Lifts White Sox Over Red Sox
Chicago led Boston 2 0 until Harry Simpson pinch hit for relief in the eighth, driving in three with a bases loaded double to lift the White Sox 5 2 and widen their AL lead. J Landis walked intentionally after a sacrifice, a wild pitch advanced runners, and Earl Torgeson had singled.
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The Worst Era in Boxing and Fixes Tied to Camera
An impartial recount highlights alleged rigging in boxing during Camera’s era, with claims of gangsters backing him and coercing opponents. The piece cites an infamous supposed “invisible punch” win over Jack Sharkey and notes current mob focus shifting to other weight classes amid ongoing gambling pressures.
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Chicubs Feast on Buc Pitching 10 5
The Chicago Cubs pounded out 47 hits in a 10-5 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates, snapping the Pirates six game win streak. Dale Long and Ernie Banks homered as the Cubs produced a rampant hitting display.
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Pirates pound Cubs as Barks homers in Forbes Field blast
In the first inning Dick Stuart hits a 457 foot homer for two runs, Barks adds his 3rd homer of the season in the second, and the Pirates collect 14 hits off two Cub pitchers. Forbes Field sees the longest homer in its 50 year history as the crowd notes the milestone.
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Yanks Rally To Beat Indians 11 2 Behind Ditmar’s Seven innings
New York Yankees pounded Cleveland with 7 hits and 11 runs, backed by Art Ditmar’s strong pitching. Gil McDougald, Billy Martin, and Rocky Colavito homered, while Howard added a seventh inning shot. Mantle drew three walks as the Yanks won their seventh of eight.
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Sprint Cars Ready to Race at Gardena Oval Tonight
Parrelli Jones is gone and Chuck Hulse is the man to beat in CAA sprint competition. The sprint cars run tonight at Gardena Stadium spval on Western Ave at 6 30 with Jones away touring the East. Hulse won CRA main at Ascot Stadium Thursday as PRA midgets are replaced for a one a monthGardena show.
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Musial Bench Temporarily For Look At Oliver
St Louis Cardinals manager Sally Hemus said on Friday night Stan Musial would be benched for a day or two to give Gene Oliver a look. It was described as routine rest for the veteran Musial.
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Outdoor Tips From Mark Thails
The passage describes a marked outdoor theme with references to a bold strike and a spot on the tongue. It mentions a large south and various prominent figures, but the text is fragmented and some details are unclear.
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