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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1955

Page

6

Ward in contention at U S Open with 70 on tough Olympic Club

Harry Ward, 28, former British amateur champion, shot a 70 to reach 144 total and tie for the 36 hole lead at the U S Open at San Francisco's Olympic Club. Tommie Bolt and others sit at 145, with Snead Littler Boros and Inman close behind. Ward’s front nine birdies and late steady play kept him in the mix as the field narrows toward the final rounds.

Terry Wynn San Francisco Harry Ward Olympic Club Jeads Iito Tommy Bolt Ben Hogin Julics Boras Walker Inman Jr Sam Snead Jackie Burke Bobby Tarris Gene Littler Snead Nutte Inman Georgia Littler

Cubs Face Young Need For Pitching In 1956 Outlook

The Cubs rely on a notably youthful lineup at Wrigley Field with Dee Fondy Murry Chitt and Jim King among the few veterans. The team must add young mound talent to complement a rebuilding infield and outfield as Stan Hack eyes a brighter future and managers weigh potential trades and signings amid a changing roster.

Chicago Cubs Wrigley Field Chicago Cub Dee Fondy Flash Murry Chitt Jim King Bob Speake Tueplate Brigade Paul Misner Tal Jelfcoat Warren Tucker Bob Tusk Jim Davis Syd Sam Tones Weighey Wrigley Green Stiff

Fragmented NCAA Summary Roster With Mixed Names and Numbers

The readable text lists numerous players and schools in a jumbled NCAA context. It mentions Houston, Princeton, Texas, UCLA, Stanford, Penn, Fordham, Oklahoma, Duke, UCLA again, and various athletes with scores and heats. The fragmentary material suggests a track or swimming meet with times and heat results but is heavily garbled.

Trojan Five Face SC in NCAA Track Aims

Lowell's 8C Trojans prepare for the 41st NCAA track and field championships at the Los Angeles Coliseum after a tepid Friday prelim, with Ernie Shelton Fernando Ledesma Ron Morris and Walt Levack leading hopes to defend the title. Galliday of Northwestern set a blazing 220 yard dash heat and Caltech’s Phil Conley crushed the NCAA javelin mark. Kansas UCLA Penn State Missouri and Texas lead qualifying, while USC UCLA and other powerhouses hope to surge in the finals tonight.

Dick Zehms Trojans Los Angeles Coliseum Ernie Shelton Fernando Ledesma Ron Morris Walt Levack Troys Troy Ilass Des Koeh Pat Coyle Ray Martin Leon Clarke Galliday Northwestern Arnie Sowell Pittsburon Barney Ewell Tim Swittz Wildcats Coliseum Walter Lowell Panther Fordham Tom Courtney Lowell Jansen Kansas Dick Foerster Texas Frank McLaun St. Joseph Oregon State UCLA Fenn State Missouri Shelton King Morris Lavaci Bruins Jayhawks Penn Tyeys

White Sox chase AL pace after 2-1 win over Yankees

A crowded pennant race notes Chicago White Sox climbing within two percentage points of first in the AL after a 2-1 victory over the Yankees. Detroit, Cleveland, and Kansas City also won as the NL lead shifted with Philadelphia upsetting Chicago and Milwaukee edging New York. Dan Newcombe earned his 11th win for St Louis, and Mickey Mantle homered in the late game before James Kell delivered the walk off for Chicago.

Caicaga White Sox Marty Marion Paul Richards New York Yanks Pale Hose Cleveland Boston Detroit Baltimore Kansas City Washington Byoskiya St. Louis Dan Newcombe Chicago Cubs Philadelphia Milwaukee Giants Cincinnati Brooklyn Pittsburgh Dicks’ Carovan Boston Braves Detroit Tigers White Sox Mickey Mantle Gemes Kell Whitey Ford Weslie Fox Fox Ford Marion Tn Sandy Consnepra Yankee Stadium Ray Narleski Bostons Nort Zauchin Wnarleski Art Beutleman Sox Billy Klaus Jas Boston

Water Conditions Near Patoss Fern and Tagera Beach

Patchy readings show water conditions around Curend to Mar Line with clear forecasts for Shaly-annlyinl area. Cobbie Bengt notes subject to sudden change as weather advisories remain in effect.

Beeawenuwn Patoss Fern Tagera Beach Curend Te Mar Cobbie Bengt

Wilson High catcher Pagliareni signs with Red Sox for 50,000

Wilson High School backstop Jim Pagliareni signed by the Boston Red Sox for a bonus exceeding 50,000. Scout Joe Stephenson announced the deal as Pagliareni, a 200-pound catcher from Long Beach, joins Boston behind others like Lou Berberet and Joe Amalfitano in the era of notable bonus signees.

Lou Berberet You Yankee Joe Amalfitano New York Giant Long Beach Jim Pagliareni Wilson Pagliaroni Boston Red Sox Joe Stephenson Amaker Pagliaroni Wilson Moueseday Jim Pagliaroni Wilson High School Mary Bosox Jack Ight

Daisy Murchie Tries Long Distance Swim

Daisy Murchie plans a 15 mile crossing from Rainbow Pier to the west side at 5 AM aiming for a 3 PM finish. Pacers include Charles Day and Dr W W Slater with Jim Leishman as trainer and Rex Finney as timer.

Long Beach Housewives Amy Hilane Daisy Murchie Dium Czad Hse Abiy Daisy Sl Hess Seal Beach Biland Miurehie Rainbow Pier Merchie Charles Day W. W. Slater David Hightower Rex Finney Mary Ann Warde Pacers Tom Park Perheas Roaches

Major League Leaders Snapshot from Baseball Standings

The text lists leaders by league with names and stats such as hits at bats era and batting averages. It mentions players from the American and National Leagues like King Detroi Ruenn Walker and Ashburé with team affiliations including Philadelphia New York Cincinnati and Dodgers. It also notes notable runs by Snider Campanella and others, reflecting early season leaderboards.

Oitielas Gabta Eratet King Detroi Bor Ruenn Delroit War NCO Oe Gure Ashburé Philadelphia Mualler New, York Kluszewsts Cinelmmati May Salavr Dodgers Teng Rowaki Rediers Campanella Dodgum Maya Clana Ir Snider Dodzers Sunenenit Mamtio Senkves Fopis Phillies Seus

Vasquez Faces Brooks in Legion Stadium Bout

Hollywood report notes Tab Vasquez a 3 to 2 favorite to beat Paulie Brooks of Cleveland at Legion Stadium. Vasquez recalls stablemate Raul Macias loss to Billy Peacock and eyes stepping toward top welterweights like Frankie Ai Ralph Dupas and Bud Smith as he rides a 22 year oldMexico City lightweight background toward bigger matches.

Hollywood Bernabe Vasquez Mexico Paulie Brooks Cleveland Legion Stadium Raul Macias Billy Peacock Mexico City Frankie Ralph Dupas Bud Smith Brooks

Banquet Circuit Too Much for Giants

Giants manager Leo Durocher faces the winter problem of keeping veteran stars engaged and hungry after the 1931 season. The piece recalls Miller Huggins Connie Mack and past champions who struggled to sustain effort during off season glitz and free spending. It notes that players like Wille Mays and Dusty Rhodes were among those readied for spring action as the Dodgers pursued a fourth straight win.

Connie Mack Philadelphia A's Boston Red Sox Tiis Lea Durocher Heroess i Leo Brooklyn Polo Grounds Todgers Mort Nis Miracle Boys Iport Wille Mays Rhodes Giants Dodgers Cleveland

Moore and Olson Ready for Midweight Clash at Asbury Park

Archie Moore and Bobo Olson near their Wednesday Madison Square Garden title bout at Asbury Park. Moore, reportedly near his 175 limit, claims weight easing and stamina plans. Olson vows to adapt and pressure if Moore opts to slug it out. Both expect a tough, strategic fight with no change in readiness.

New York Uph Archie Moore Bobo Olson Archie Alr Veady Jimie Olson Archie Jett Asbury Moore Nuire ASF Jesshun Madison Square Garden Harold Johnson Ballyhoo Ethins Ascury Park Weil

Radio and TV Sports Schedule Summary for Local Market

Radio and TV listings show AAO Hollyerd versus Buran KREWE and Yon Angeles versus Sacramento. Solirena Park features eight minute segments with Softer 1 percent focus. Portland faces Haohats, Col Thumey-KROA airs at 10 30 p.m. and Vasquea meets Brooks in late action.

Hollyerd Vasquea Brooks

Panoramic West Coast hockey and baseball results mixed

A chaotic fray lists Pacific coast teams like San Diego and Los Angeles, with scores and lineups including Bowman, Greenwood, Kroviow, Drews, and Cohen Ow across varied games. Other items cover Brooklyn, New York, Philadelphia cinemas, and multiple American League and National League matchups with standout scores and player mentions.

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Stars Turn to Bowman in Hollywood Ster chucker outing

The Stars, 2-6, hope for better support from their lineup as Bowman faces the Beavers at Gilmore Field after a 31 loss. Berniey triple in the first, Wills miscue, Lint the winning pitcher with three hits allowed. Los Angeles beat Sacramento 3-0 behind George Pilzukis as Usher and bench players clashed briefly. San Diego led Seattle by one game after a 7-1 win over Oakland. Seattle then beat San Francisco to extend its streak.

Hollywood Roger Bowman Gilmore jBeaver DA Werle Stars Beavers Bu Bragao Ehutges Iuslave Pone Carlor Berniey Lee Wills Yup Oy Beaver Royce Lint Walis Los Angeles Sacramento George Pilkuzis Bobby Usher Sac Dan Raich Usher Richie Myers Jerry Streeter Ninoy Jones Jonos Baieh Steve Bilko San Diego Seattle Oakland Tsi San Francis Feo

Warn Dralony on Tennis Stories

Wimbledon champion Dralony was warned by the British Lawn Tennis Association against writing articles that could jeopardize his amateur status. The LTA refuted a report of disqualification over press writings, noting no foundation to the claim. Dralony had begun a series on top tennis stars in the London Evening News.

London Jerostay Dralay British Lawn Tennis Assn Association London News Chronicle Drobny Stanley Reay LTA

Sports Calendar Highlights From Busy Arena Meet

The calendar lists events at Fastelde Arena and Olympic Auditorium with racing and sprint dates. Notable entries include Gucena Stadium and Canente events, with afternoon and late sessions on Sunday. Names like Ken relat and Bladlunt figure in the provisional lineup.

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Open Summary Round Two Gathers Golf Notables

US Open recap lists players Tommy Bolt Pi Zim Harvie Ward and many others with scores in the 70s and 80s. Names include Gene Littler Bud Ward Al Mengert Dick Evans George Cheney and Palmer among various rounds and match outcomes.

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