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Newspaper

Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1953

Page

12

Illinois USC track duel would have tested Trojans

The piece imagines a season clash between Illinois and USC on the track, noting USC dominance in some events and Illinois strength in others. It recalls past meets where USC beat the Bears and envisions how Mortensen’s squad might fare in a Big Ten PCC dual in June, with prospects of star athletes like Jack Davis and Willie Williams shaping a close contest.

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Besselink Crowned Champion of Las Vegas Golf Tourney

Las Vegas Sun special to the Press Telegram reports Al Besselink of Grossinger New York won the $35,000 Tournament of Champions at Desert Inn Country Club edging Chandler Harper by one stroke. Besselink collected $10,000 in prize money after a four day, near par 280 total. Harper, Middlecoff and Worsham competed closely as wind and tough holes tested the field.

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Boxing Notes: Perez Eyes Top 10 Bid In Featherweight Clash

Lulu Perez, a flashy featherweight prospect from New York, challenges Corky Gonzales, a sixth-ranked 126-pound contender from Denver, in Detroit. The card also features Davey’s comeback in Detroit against Sammy Giuliani and Gavilan defending his title plans in Los Angeles upcoming months. Local telecasts set for 6 PM and 7 PM with other bouts in New York and Syracuse.

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Two Platoons Boost Tribe To Doubleheader Victory

Casey Stengel uses a two platoon system for the Yankees in a doubleheader against the Tigers. Lopez and White discuss plan while Jim Lemon and Ben Kennedy gain outfield chances. Kennedy drives in both runs in the first game for a 2-1 win, and Larry Simpson caps the second game with a three run homer for a 3-2 victory.

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Elliott Nears 2000 Hit Mark in Big Leagues

Veteran St. Louis Browns third baseman Elliott needs 24 more base hits to reach 2000. He collected two hits including a triple and a home run in Sunday's opener against the Chicago White Sox, boosting his 15 year total to 1978.

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Two Die and Dozen Hurt in Italian Race

In Brescia Italy Giannino Maraclo won a 600 mile race in 10 hours 37 minutes 19 seconds at an average of 88.4 mph. The event was marked by two deaths and twelve injuries including a boy struck by a racing car.

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Minor League Results in 1920s Atlantic League play

Report details scattered results from minor league games across cities including Houston Worthington Tulsa Mobile and Atlantic League matchups. Highlights show teams close in standings with several scorelines and player names emerging from a turbulent season.

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Boxing Greed Draws Criticism After Blatant Mismatches

Oscar Fraley argues boxing scandals stem from matchmakers chasing money. He cites Carter vs Collins and Gavilan vs Davey as overmatched bouts, urging tighter controls by boxing commissions to prevent repeat horrors and protect fighters’ safety.

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Flying Angels Seek Fifth Series Victory in California Road Trip

The Los Angeles Angels pursue their fifth series win in five tries as they travel to Sacramento to face strong opponents after a rough start to the Pacific Coast League season. Manager Stan Hack aims for improved hitting and pitching from veterans and newcomers, with key performances shaping early results.

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NICE Guy Off Course Terrible Tempered Bolt Jekyll Hyde Complex

Reports detail Tommy Bolt’s volatile temper during golf rounds. Sam Snead and Earl Stewart describe a Jekyll and Hyde persona, with explosive outbursts after misshots yet praise his competitive skill. Observers note the contrast between on course aggression and off course charm.

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Phillies Riding Robin Diet Spark Wins and Lead

The Phillies ride a three day diet and eight straight wins led by Robin Roberts as they top the NL standings. Key support comes from Carl Simmons Karl Crews and Jim Korstan ty with strong pitching and timely hitting powering a solid home stand. Roberts eyes near eighty wins with O Neill guiding the staff and a hot stretch pushing the team toward September aims.

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Lea Durechey Remains Focus of Giants Inside Stories

New York AP notes Lea Durechey dominates insider baseball chatter as fans hunger for behind the scenes details. Writers praise his memory but discuss the valuation of such articles, while factions tease about exhibition schedules and minor league implications for spring camps.

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Kentucky Derby Week Opens With Native Dancer Spotlight

Louisville Derby week centers on Native Dancer and jockey Eddie Avearo as contenders gather for the big race. The field includes top rivals such as Vanerhilt’s gray horse and the Chesapeake Stakes favorite, with analysts noting record hopes and strong training ahead of the mile and a quarter run.

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Local Sports Card OnO Recap From Nameless Meet

Fragmented OCR note lists events and matchups including Downey at Wilkon and Poly at dytpision VOLA at URES pm. Mentions Roark Fiave, Dewey, and Wilkoardan with scattered team names and locations, suggesting a regional sports card roundup with untidy transcription.

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Longest US throw? 58 feet 8 inches set in UCLA clash

Sports Shorts recounts an unnamed quarterback reaching 58 feet 8 inches for the longest throw in the US, aiming to challenge the world mark at a UCLA Memorial Coliseum meet. The note mentions near-miss distances and upcoming events, with broader golf and tennis results from Ojai Valley and Bakersfield.

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Pesky Bids for Pinch Hit Records Rise Across Nights

Detroit infielder Pesky keeps pace in pinch hitting, tallying nine pinch hits this season with three hits in seven at bats and two walks. He eyes the major marks set by Sam Leslie for games at 75 and at bats at 72, both from 1932 with the New York Giants.

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