Green Beetles Target Milwaukee and Trenton Races
The article previews the United States Auto Club championships at Milwaukee on August 18 and Trenton New Jersey on August 22. Ford powered Lotuses from Indianapolis led by Jim Clark and Dan Gurney are expected to challenge Offenhauser cars, with past notes from Memorial Day 500 and experimental rear engined Lotus performances at Trenton.
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Dan Gurney
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Lloyd Ruby
A. J. Foyt
Ruby
Lloyd
Ford Returns to Racing with Twin Cam V8 Plans
Ford and likely Chrysler Corp push back into racing as Ford tests a new twin cam V8 aimed at 10 000 rpm with limited private sales. Lotus designer Chapman contemplates a car with the twin cam priced around 30000 dollars while drivers like Jim Clark and Gurney show Indy pace. Parnelli Jones remains skeptical about the revival.
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Chrysler Corporation
Parnelli Jones
Jones and Ford Clash Over Indy Revolution and Lotus Return
The piece quotes Jones arguing no Indy revolution welcomes the Lotuses and factory involvement could end racing in America. Aggie’s boy claims Lotuses would be wiped off the track if they returned with the same cars. Jones criticizes Ford for unfair play and calls for higher standards, noting engine and fuel differences and prior Lotuses’ specs.
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Orioles Trade Charney Lau To Kansas City Athletics
Baltimore reports catcher Charney Lau has been sold to the Kansas City Athletics to clear room for Herm Starrette. Lau, batting .188, joins the A's after a waiver price near twenty thousand dollars. Kansas City arrived at Memorial Stadium to end a five game set as outfielder Manny Jimenez heads to Portland to create roster space.
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Ryne Duren Returns as Phillies Starter in Rotation
Ryne Duren, once a fireman reliever, earns a place in the Phillies starting rotation after three recent starts. Manager Gene Mauch backs the move noting poor spring conditioning. Duren aims to build strength with five days rest, eyeing four-day cycles. Duren recalls a 3-0 Angels win as his lone complete-start victory.
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Gene Mauch
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Caseys Platoon System Helping the New York Yankees
The Yankees adapt to injuries and rely on their top bench to stay competitive. Ralph Houk favors a set lineup but uses subs as needed, contrasting with Casey Stengel’s earlier platoon method. Injured Mickey Mantle limits stars, yet Roger Maris shines with strong homers and near .300 average.
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Gilliam Proves Dependable Dodgers Utility Star
Los Angeles veteran Jim Gilliam, 34, defies aging rumors by continuing to contribute across multiple positions for the Dodgers. He is batting .281 with four homers, showing exceptional eye and plate discipline while stealing few bases and rarely being caught. Gilliam routinely handles second base and has filled in at shortstop, third base, and in the outfield as needed.
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Walt Alston
Buzzie Bavasie
Reds Acquire Neal Taylor in Waiver Deal From Mets
New York Mets traded third baseman Charley Neal and catcher Sammy Taylor to the Cincinnati Reds on waivers for a yet unspecified player. Neal, a veteran with a .225 AVG this season, joins a Reds infield. Taylor, 30, bats .257 this year and served as a reserve catcher. Neal provides infield depth as Cincinnati pursues the pennant.
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Sammy Taylor
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Reds
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Chicago Cubs
Mare Trails Outdoor Tips for Feathered Lure Trailers
Outdoor note advises anglers to add a trailer hook when using long feathered lures to improve strike catching efficiency. It emphasizes proper rigging and lure setup for shore and boat fishing scenarios. The piece reads as practical quick guidance from a fishing columnist.
Ivy League Rule Change Request Nixed
The Ivy League disclosed yesterday that its request to play this fall with unlimited substitution on change of possession was rejected by the NCAA. The decision ends a bid by the league to alter football substitution rules for the season.
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California Fish and Game Commission Loses Regulatory Power
Sacramento Calif UPI The California Fish and Game Commission loses regulatory powers as the legislature delays extending authority. With no capacity to set or adjust season openings the commission faces a gap starting next year while political battles between Sen Ronald Cameron and Assemblywoman Pauline Davis over deer hunting rules and committee control unfold. The Ivy League also weighs liberal substitution rules in football affecting ongoing NCAA decisions.
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Auburn
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Smart wins Gallant Man purse at Aqueduct in come-from-behind finish
Chris tiana Stable's Smart, coming off five straight losses to start 1963, storms from behind in the last quarter mile under Johnny Seller to win the Gallant Man purse at Aqueduct. He defeats Lanvin by a length with Tropical Breeze fading to third. odds were 4.10 2.70 2.10.
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