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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 26, 1957

Page

6

Robinson Campanella feud dominates rhubarb golf clash

Roy Campanella rebukes Jackie Robinson's retirement critique while signaling a potential comeback. Campanella defends his future plans and reflects on past seasons, denying the need to bow out gracefully. The controversy stems from Robinson's comments on Campanella and the Braves pennant run, as both players remain headlines in a turbulent sports week.

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Cubs overhaul under Holland Scheffing aims to revive aging roster

Los Angeles Angel executives Ian Holland and Bob Scheffing overhaul the Chicago Cubs with 7 new names via trades and purchases while 18 lettermen remain from 1958. Key departures include Landreth Chitty Whisnant Kellert Miksis Hughes Macker Jones and Davis. Evan Baker and Ernie Banks anchor a thinning holdover lineup as trades bring Silvera Jablonski Callum Paholsky Singleton Katt Neeman and several ex-Angels into the mix. The club seeks a winning configuration after an 80 94 finish, hoping fresh faces spark a rebound. Hot Rod Hundley stars at West Virginia as a pro basketball prospect and Joe Francis earns Orton State MVP at USC banquet.

Ian Holland Bob Scheffing Los Angels Angel Chicago Cubs John Scheffing Stan Hack Cos Cubs Angels Bob Farmhanis Hobie Landreth St. Loui Jacey Chity Richmond Fete Whisnant Cincinnati Monte Irvin Outielder L. A Don Heals Cincy Frank Kellert San Francisco Eddie Miksis Jim Hughes Warren Macker Jim Davis Sam Jones Ew Brao Evan Gere Baker Angel Beco Ernie Banks Walt Morga Dee Fondy Bob Rush Charlie Silvera Ray Jablonski Jackie Callum Tor Paholsky Elmer Singleton Ray Katt Carl Neeman Schelling K. C. Wiss George Freese Johnny Briggs Gene Fodze Dave Hillman Bob Thorpe Jim Bolger Bob Speake Gale Wade Severs Angeles Holland-Schefling Chicago Hinds Helland Qurnstiles Windy City Wrigley Field

Kiner: Winning clubs would have boosted homers

Ralph Kiner says hitting more homers would come with a winning team. He notes his 54 homer season with Pittsburgh and a second-place finish with Cleveland show why success boosts runs and homers, while reflecting on his Padres GM role and life in Palm Springs.

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Tabori in 3rd Place In Washington Track Meet

Four of indoor season’s top stars chase redemption in Washington Evening Star meet after Philadelphia showing. Laszlo Tabori’s first mile on boards disappoints behind George King. Phil Coleman and John Konis also place high. Morace Ashenfelter tops two miles. Sime, Calhoun, Courtney, Sowell, Murchison and Bragg appear in events with aims to rebound and shine.

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Machen Sees Patterson Next After Maxim Victory

Eddie Machen of Redding California says he is ready to meet heavyweight champion Floyd Patterson after a unanimous decision over Joey Maxim in Miami Beach. Machen, 24, now the No. 3 contender with 20 straight wins 14 by knockout, dominated Maxim who tried to use his elusive style but was hurt late in the seventh.

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Sports Calendar Entry garbled in OCR

Readable parts mention a derby at a stadium with teams and a league schedule. Entities unclear due to text corruption but includes references to a derby, stadium, and event timing.

Sports banquet set for top figures including regional stars

A host of 1956 sports figures from Long Beach Long Beach C C and nearby areas are slated for a first annual banquet. Honorees include Tim Kanne of Foly Randy Meadows Rodgers and notable softball and baseball players from Jordan High Beech Nitehniwks and Compton College. The event features underwater spearfishing and other athletic distinctions with invited managers and clubs.

Tim Kanne Foly Joral Amarillo Club Jocal Randy Meadows Rodgers Downey Mickey Flynn Beech Lafayette Hotel Anaheim Howard C. Patton Jon Rasich Mary Stary Long Beach Dougley College Felix Mell San Pedro Na Ias Long Beach C.C Cato Dave Parrish Bob Eddie Boekman Hon lEioner Compton College

Fraser shocks Hoad in Australian Championship semis

Neale Fraser defeated Lew Hoad 7 3 5 6 1 6 1 to reach the Australian National final as Hoad fought a strained back and faded. Ashley Cooper beat Dial Anderson 9 7 6 In doubles, Shirley Fry and Althea Gibson won 6 2 6 1 over Fay Muller and Mary Hawton in 29 minutes.

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USC Pitt Grid Series Planned in Los Angeles

USC and Pittsburgh announced a two game football series to be held in Los Angeles. The schedule lists October 4 as the first game with a second meeting in September 1859. The Trojans trail Pitt three wins in five prior meetings.

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Sports on Radio TV Highlight Santa Anita Feature

A radio TV feature covers Santa Anita racing and related entertainment. The piece outlines actor appearances, broadcast partners, and upcoming events with emphasis on coverage by KEWD KNX and TELEVISION ARCA G.

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