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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1955

Page

12

Star Vaulters to K U Event in Big Seven Meet

Colorado’s Stew Walker and Iowa State’s Hal Mullinson lead a strong field for the 27th Big Seven outdoor sack and field title on May 20. Walker, coached by Frank Potts, has a 14-foot leap and recent 13-9 indoor best, while Mullinson aims for 14-0 after an indoor mark of 13-4 and outdoor 13-6. Other contenders include Ken Mallas, Dickey, Bateman, and Carroll, with several 13-0+ performers from Nebraska, Missouri, Oklahoma and Minnesota.

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Houston Dons Reach MVC Tennis Finals in Missouri

Houston Dons move into the Missouri Valley Conference tennis semifinals in Tulsa Oklahoma with two singles players and two registers advancing. The competition runs daily with matches featuring Sailor Sawyer and others as the team vies for the title.

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West Coast Relays Set For Record Chase At Fresno

About 1,400 athletes descend on Ratcliffe Stadium in Fresno for the 29th West Coast Relays with world and Olympic record holders expected to push for marks. Wes Santee aims for the 4 minute mile, facing Art Dalzell Len Simpson Jim Hunt and Gene Jones. Rafer Johnson seeks decathlon glory next year.

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Argentina Kayo Artist Favored in Video Bout

Eduardo Lausse of Argentina is a 2-1 favorite to extend his 27 fight win streak against Ralph Tiger Jones in Madison Square Garden. Lausse holds a .740 knockout percentage across 65 pro fights but faces a tougher test tonight. NBC will air the bout at 9 p.m. EST.

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Wilt Chamberlain To Announce College Choice Saturday

Overbrook High School star Wilt Chamberlain 7 2 center from Philadelphia plans to reveal his college choice this Saturday. Coach Deeil Mosensen confirms the announcement will come from Overbrook Hirsh School and the chosen college, with Kansas Indiana or Pennsylvania University among the reported options.

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Williams Arrives Today But He Won't Be Rushed

The report notes Pedl Williams arriving in Boston with a cautious timeline as officials weigh his readiness. Gen Mer doe Cronmm quotes suggest his return hinges on conditioning and timing, with field boss Mike PTiegins indicating patience and a measured plan for his activation. Williams has a notable lifetime hit total and average, shaping expectations for his reentry and impact on the lineup.

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