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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1957

Page

10

Schoendienst Traded to Braves for OConnell Crono Thomson

Red Schoendienst expressed delight over being traded to the Braves from the Giants in a deal that sent Danny OConnell Ray Crono and Bobby Thomson to Milwaukee. Braves manager Fred Haney said the move improves the team and reflects no ill on the departed players.

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Top Times End Open Drag Races

Speed marks lit up the Lions Drag Strip as the Drag News Open Invitational concluded a two day meet. Notable names such as Buddy Sampson and Ray Burnet posted high speeds in various classes while teams from Texaco and Chevrolet vied for top spots and cash prizes.

Top Buddy Sampson Oda Vince Chev Chuck Cs Baler F. Ray Core Cannon & Chrisman Cary Dudek & Tahuason Les Richards & Johnson Vini Ward Sonny Seatte D.don Stevens Ward Doug Cook Tor Dy Fem Pisetea Altercat Bourc Hs “Sedarca Nader

Mayer Struggles to Hold Lead on Dreadful Course

Mayer battled the deep rough and creekside hazards on a tough layout, carding a bogey on the 15th after a 30-foot recovery, then made the day’s only birdie on the 6th when a six-foot putt dropped. He chose caution after taking the lead, sticking to safe approaches and pars.

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Gallant Man Compared to Turf's Finest

New York reports Gallant Man is rated against turf greats Count Fleet and Citation after his Belmont Stakes win. He clocked 2:26 3/5 for the mile and a half, breaking Belmont and American records, with jockeys noting the higher weight carried. Critics question if he can be compared to Swaps, Count Fleet and Citation yet, but he clearly outpaced Bold Ruler in the Belmont.

New York Gallant Man Jsueh County Fleet Count Fleet Big Cy Bolingbroke Belmont Park Manhattan Hendican Gallanti Man Migoli Swaps Citation Bold Ruler Belmore New York Yankees Yankees New Yorkers Annie

Local Sport Fishing Racks Up Limits Around Dana Point Area

In Sunday action the Dana Point and San Clemente coast produced strong catches with Pacific Landings and Pierpoint boats landing 71 barracuda and 53 yellowtail. Half day trips from Pierpoint Pacific and Seal Beach reported 73 barracuda and 38 yellowtail on the Horseshoe kelp area. San Clemente and Catalina Islands yielded a mix of barracuda, yellowtail, and kelp bass limits.

Dana Point San Clemente Pacific Pierpoint Seal Beach Catalina Telands

Thomson Triumphs in 100 Lap Race at Reading Fairgrounds

Johnny Thompson of Boyertown led the fourth lap and won the third annual 100 lap Mike Nazaruk memorial race at Reading Fairgrounds. His 50 mile time was 47 minutes 20.64 seconds driving Cam Traylor’s No. 2 Offerhauser.

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New Interpretation of Slugging Yankees

New York baseball coverage notes a shift as the Yankees are portrayed as emboldened rivals raising dust across the circuit. The piece cites brawls and tempers involving Mantle Piersall Skowron Williams Minoso Cicotte and Sturdivant along with Billy Martin now with the A's, highlighting a troubled season for the champions.

Ted Williams Stan Missal Jimmy Piersall Red Sox Bil Skowron Piersall Skowron Billy Martin Martin A's Detroit Ray Boone Yankee Tom Sturdivant Minnie Minoso al Cicotte Yankees

Alamitos Bay 6Q Little Sport in Legion Win

Alamitos Bay Junior Legion team slugged 14 hits to beat Gardena 7-3 and Wilmington 15-12 at Millikan High field, overturning deficits with a decisive seventh inning rally. Chuck Webb opened an eighth-inning burst with a triple as part of a five-run surge that held off Wilmington’s late charge.

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Shamrock Drillers win ninth Rotary League title in blowout

The Shamrock Drillers defeated Nutrilite 18 to 5 to clinch the ninth Rotary League baseball tournament over the weekend. First baseman Stilicho Young fueled the attack with two home runs and seven RBIs, as Nutrilite’s lineup faltered.

Shamrock Drillers Nutrilite Stilicho Young Shamrock Ota Tk Allowall Advesh LeGaspl Wilama Galiecren Price

Ward Coe Head Trans Miss Golf Opens In Dallas

The 34th Trans Miss golf tournament begins in Dallas with Harvie Ward Jr entering a field over 200 players. Qualifying runs today through Tuesday and 64 players will start match play Wednesday as Charlie Coe defends the title amid Ward's late entry.

Dallas Harvie Ward Jr Vets Crans Ward Charlie Coe

Brown Risks Crown Against Zulueta in New Orleans Fight

Brown of New Orleans defends his lightweight title for the second time against Orlando Zulueta of Cuba in Denver televised 15-round bout. Zulueta is a speedy high-hitter with six knockouts in 101 fights.

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Patton Favored in Southern Amateur Golf Meet

The South's amateur golf championship begins with four days of qualifying. Billy Jo Patton of Morgantown West Virginia, top amateur in the National Open, is the man to beat in the May event. The schedule lists matches in Jersey City Portland and Chicago venues with notable players such as Kid Gavilan Vince Martinez Bob Olsen Joey Maxim and Jimmy Hal.

Miame Beach Kid Gavilan Cuba Vince Martinez Jersey City Boba Olsen Joey Maxim Portland Ore

Kelley Wins National AAU 25K Marathon

Clifton New Jersey John J. Kelley of the Boston Athletic Association captured the national senior AAU 25 kilometer championship road race in 1 27 58 2 amid 92 degree humid heat.

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Old Mill Bests Hongonet In Caliente Mile Finish

Aztec Stable's Old Mill carried 123 pounds to a driving finish and overtook Hongonet by half a length to win the mile and a sixteenth feature in 1:43 2/5. The crowd reached 12,537, with Saturday-Sunday attendance 16,241 and total mutuel handle $368,577. payouts included $7.40 payoff and $1,478.20 to 58 pick five winners, plus $87 to 504 with four.

Agua Caliente

California League Stockton ei Valiras 2-5

In a California League game Stockton suffered a 2-5 loss to Fresno. The Fresno team secured the win behind strong pitching and timely hitting.

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German Boxer Dies After Bout In Dortmund

In Dortmund Germany former lightweight champion Karl Heine Buick died Sunday from brain injuries after a 20th round TKO loss to German champ Mandred Neale. Buick collapsed in the ring and was carried to his dressing room, dying early Sunday in a local hospital.

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Longden on Hand for Arlington Park Opener

Arlington Park opens its 36 day meeting with the $15000 added I Cleopstra Handicap for 3 year old fillies at seven furlongs. Six top jockeys including Eddie Arcaro Johnny Longden Ted Atkinson Willie Shoemaker Bill Hartack and Johnny Adams will ride on opening day.

Chicago Arlington Park Eddie Arcaro Johnny Longden Ted Atkinson Willie Shoemaker Bill Hartack Johnny Adams

Army-bound pitcher Bill Bouley from Wilson High

Bill Bouley former Wilson High and City College standout pitcher will report for military service in the army on Tuesday. The right handed reliever on the Lewiston staff in the Northwest League appeared in 18 of his club's first 40 games this season, saving eight and winning two.

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