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Newspaper

Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 25, 1955

Page

12

Kell Dropo Give Sox Fans Flag Fever In Chicago

Chicago White Sox fans show excitement as Kell and Dropo lift the team to second place one game behind the Yankees. Manager Marty Marion credits their recent surge, noting Kell and Dropo produced about 59 percent of the offense. Kell, from Bouck California, and Dropo, acquired from Detroit, have turned slow starts into strong runs with improved averages and clutch hits.

Chicago George Keil Walt Chicago White Sox New York Yankees Marty Marion Kell Dropna Marion Sox Bouck Calif Mary

Oregon Football Outlook and Tangled Collegiate Notes

Guest columnist Art Litchman reviews Oregon football prospects under Len Casanova, noting quarterback questions after George Sharr era, potential for a faster backfield, and new players like Morcis and Mikolenele. It also highlights Oregon teams’ strong history in PCC and NCAA play, Bowerman coaching impact, and campus athletic improvements financed by revenue. The piece references Dick James, Philo McHugh, Stiner, and Sundry players while reflecting on Oregon’s athletic program health and scholarship achievements.

Dick Z%ehins Art Litchman University of Oregon Press-Telegram Oregon Sporlid Dike Range Cgreagan Len Casanova Ducks Casuanva Rad George Shair Norm van Brocklin Earl Stelle Rams Shaw Tom Crabtree John Keller Crabtree Navy Wales Kotler Eithnach Snvill Dick James PCC Philo McHugh McFurd Som Stiner Oregon State Reanou Cochrane Harry Johnson Stiner Tactic Harry Mondale Wack Morcis Medford Fred Mik- Iynele Rome A Dint Shanley North Bend Leroy Phelps San Bernardino

Singleton Pitches PCLs and No-Hitter for Rainiers

Right-hander Elmer Singleton threw the Pacific Coast League’s second no-hitter of the year as Seattle Rainiers swept a doubleheader from San Diego, pulling ahead of the Padres. The opener went to Seattle 7-1 in the ninth and the nightcap 2-0 in seven innings, with Singleton allowing only one baserunner. Vern Stephens homered in the nightcap to seal Seattle’s series victory. Portland, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland and Hollywood split their doubleheaders.

Elmer Singleton Seattle Rainiers San Diego George Piktu SanPrancisco Singleton Seattle Vern Stephens Secvantenna Portland Angeles San Francisco Oakland Hollywood Zingleton Bertear Dicks Faber Ed Burtschy Sacramento Solons Sacramento Angels Seals

Tony Trabert Dominates Seixas At Pennsylvania Tennis Meet

Tony Trabert, 24, from Cincinnati, crushed Vic Seixas in 53 minutes to win the Pennsylvania lawn tennis championship at Merion Cricket Club. He hinted at a return to amateur play and eyed upcoming U.S. championship and Davis Cup duties, leaving Seixas looking overmatched ahead of Australia’s challenge.

Philadelphia Tony Trabett Cincinnati Vic Seix U.S Merion Cricket Trabert Ken Rosewall Lew Hoad Rex Hartwig

Determine to Be Rested After Sunset Handicap

Inglewood California ex planation of Determine's as performance Saturday at Hollywood Park preceded rest. The 1954 Kentucky Derby champion finished last in the $120 000 Sunset Handicap after a bold effort. Owner Andy Crevalin and trainer Wille Molter cited bandage friction on the forelegs causing temporary lameness.

Inglewood Crevalin Hollywood Park Crevolin

Reds Post In Shadow Behind Kluszewski Block

Wally Post, a steady 34 home run pace hitter from St Venry Ohio, avoids headlines as Ted Kluszewski looms large for the Reds. Tebbetts praises Post’s all around hitting and base running while contrasting exil Banks of Chicago as a standout.

New York Ted Kluszewski Wally Post Cincinnati Red Babe Ruth Post St. Venry Ohio Cincinnati

Hirsch Chooses TV and Radio Over Grid Career

Hirsch said he will not play football in Canada this year and Los Angeles Rams coach Sid Gilmer confirmed Hirsch will not be with the Rams. He accepted a color broadcasting offer for the Chicago All Star Game and sees his future in radio and television.

Edlands Kilroy Ceazylegs Hirsch Canad Los Angeles Ram Sid Gilmer Rams Ether

Sea Mist Finishes 1935 Transpac Yacht Race

The 36 foot Sea Mist completed the 1935 Transpacific yacht race on Sunday, finishing after 20 days and a three day calm. Skipper Elmer Hitchcock and navigator Leroy Hitchcock, owners of a lettuce farm in Salinas, celebrated with lettuce, mills, and martinis provided by cheering friends.

Mill Martinis Elmer Hitchcock Leroy Hitchcock Salinas Calle Hitchcock

Hall of Fame Doors Swing Open for DiMag

Hall of Fame ceremonies in Cooperstown honor Joe DiMaggio and five others as inductees. Ford Frick spoke while plaques were unveiled for DiMaggio Gabby Hartnett Ted Lyons Dazzy Vance Frank Home Run Bailey and Ray Schalk. Notables including Warren Giles and Will Harridge attended the day’s events and the Red Sox faced the Braves at Doubleday Field.

Cooperstown Hall of Fema Joe DiMaggio Ford Frick Di-Maggio Gabby Hartnett Ted Lyons Dazzy Vance Frank Home Runt Ray Schalk National Baseball Hall of Fame Museu Baseball Writers Assa Hall of Fame Committee On Veterans Warren Giles Will Harridge Doubleday Field Boston Red Sox Milwaukee Braves Billy Capps San Diego American Legion Shirley Poulch Baseball Writers’ Assn

France Dominates Mediterranean Games Victory

France finished the second Mediterranean Games with a commanding lead in the unofficial team race. French track and field athletes produced standout performances, widening the margin over rival nations and securing a dominant overall showing.

Baruelona Spal France

Local Radio TV Sports Guide Summary

fragmented OCR notes list a radio TV sports schedule with wrestling and a boxing or wrestling event referenced, mentioning San Vinnclxo and Bollywood descrip­tions. no clear teams or dates emerge due to garbled text.

Ennis Leads Phillies Slugging Run In Weekend Sweep

Del Ennis powered the Philadelphia Phillies with a weekend burst driving in all runs in a six inning win over the Cardinals and piloting a three game sweep. He belted his fourth homer in two days after a double and a single, part of a spree that followed a three homer performance on Saturday. The Phils have won 14 of 13 and sit in second chase behind the Dodgers as Yankees gain in the standings.

Hal Rice Angel Ong Rborrd Los Angeles Piper Davis Tony Ponce Angels Rice Steve Bilko Reg Mungen T Mollywood Oakland Oaks Stars Exnla Banks Chicago Ant Wel Post Tebbetts Indianapolis American Association Cincinnati Bisdie St. Louis Cardinals Hartnett Chicago Cubs Bake Philadelphia Athletics Sehallt White Sox United Press del Ennis The Menace Stan Musial Del Phils Cardinals Bobby Morgan Roy Smalley Yankees Kansas City Boston Billy Pierce Cleveland Baltimore Detroit Washington Nats Jes Brooklyn Mi Waukee New York Giants Bittsburgh Berra Johnny Kucks Duelli Arnie Portocarrero Mickey Mantle Bill Skowron Bil Renne Gus Zernial Whitey Ford

Waldorf Guides Three Day Grid Coaching Clinic

Waldorf California grid mastermind will headline a two part three day football coaches clinic at Terminal Island Navy field starting Tuesday at 3 am. Cal backfield coach Wes Fry and line coach Hermiter assist with kicking by Ben Agajianian and training angles by Kickapog Wogan. Fort Ord Warriors arrive Monday to study for Saturday night opener against Los Angeles teams. Eleven Naval District coaches and guests attend, hosted by TI's Frank Kirkland, with a Tuesday dinner at Allen Center.

Lyn (Pappy) Waldorf California Terminal Island Navy -Fisld Waldorf Cal Wes Fry Hermiter Ben Agajianian Ft. Ord Warylors Los Angeles 11Th Naval District Frank Kirkland Allen Center

Poirier Faces Petez In 10 Round NYC Bout

Geno Poirier of Niagara Falls meets Danny Petez of New York in a 10 round lightweight fight at St Nicholas Arena. Both 23 with 21 pro bouts. Poirier favored at 3 4 to 1 due to his powerful punching reach. Poirier 17 2 2 includes 12 knockouts. Petez seeking upset after two KO losses.

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Sports Calendar Roundup From Local Meet

A compact calendar lists events at Holly irre Field with a 24 dollar entry. Borsa Racing at Lollywood Park and wrestling at Ktetlywood Lesion Steatim highlight the schedule with several competitions and times to follow.

Braves Buy Eagle Rookie Murti Sells To Milwaukee

Young Dallas Eagles pitcher John Murti, age 28, has 22 Texas League wins this season and is sold for about 40 000 dollars to Milwaukee. He will join the NL club after the Texas League season or Dixie Series, returning to baseball after earlier stints and a car accident injury.

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Cary and Bolt Duel in PGA Semifinals Today

Northville and Detroit reports note Doug Fort gained a 2 up edge on Shelley Mayfield after 13 holes in the semifinal. Troupy Bolt and Cary Middlecoff were all even after 16 holes in their 36 hole duel. Middlecoff survived a nine hour battle to reach the semifinals by beating Jack Burke with a sun shot on the 40th hole after a dramatic 5 hole deficit and a late birdie run.

Northville Mich Doug Fort Shelley Mayfield Troupy Bolt Cary Middleeat Detroit Cary Middlecoff Middlecoff Jack Burke Tommy Bolt Lew Worsham Doug Ford Fred Hawkins Don Fairfield Burke Middlecolt Middlecof

Baseball Scores and Schedule Summary

A league roundup lists recent results from Hollywood to Sacramento with scores and standings. Notable games include San Francisco versus Walzh and Portlanda, plus listed schedules for upcoming matches across cities like Seattle and New York. The American League shows scattered results as teams post modest wins and losses with no upcoming full schedule details.

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