Surprise Witness Testimony in L A Ring Probe
Potent surprise witness was expected to testify today as state investigators questioned boxing figures on charges of fixes and links to Eastern underworld leaders. Cox named Frank Costello Frankie Carbo and Mickey Cohen amid questions about Eaton McCoy and Campbell.
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Cubs to play exhibition games in Long Beach this week
The Chicago Cubs, farm club of the Los Angeles Angels, tour Long Beach for an exhibition against the Angels at Teecreation Park. Stan Hack brings 42 players, led by Hank Sauer and Ernie Banks, with 17 pitchers and 8 infielders, as preparations for the 1956 season unfold.
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Rams Open Season Here With Fort Ord Aug 11
The Los Angeles Rams announced a five game home schedule starting August 11 with Fort Ord at Veterans Memorial Stadium. The Cardinals join the slate with home nonconference dates including Washington Red Ollie, Cleveland Browns, Chicago Cardinals and San Francisco 49ers, all at the Los Angeles Coliseum. Tex Schramm, the Rams general manager, cited the timing as optimal.
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Dons Eight-Point Favorite in Semifinal Showdown
San Francisco, riding a 53 game win streak, is the heavy favorite to reach the title game in Evanston. They face SMU led by Jim Krebs as Temple meets Iowa in the opening, with a late night tip and no TV coverage. Russell anchors the Dons defense as Woolpert praises bench depth and historical underdog status.
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Wednesday Fights Loule Wirkiiwal in Ravenna
The fragmentary report notes a Wednesday event in Ravenna involving fighters and names such as Flanagan and Gomez. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but indicate a bout or match with local or regional participants and a referenced location.
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Meyer and Pixiuzis Duel Angels in Friday Exhibition
Recreation Park hosts a spring exhibition featuring Stan Hack’s Cubs with Bob Schelfing and the Los Angeles Angels. Meyer and Pixiuzis lead a mix of veterans and rookies against Hack’s former alma mater in a 1:30 p.m. game marking the Angels’ first of four Long Beach appearances and first major league stop at the Recreation enclosure in 13 years.
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Meyers, Friend Winceniak Vying for Cub Vacancy
In Phoenix one of manager Stan Baek s toughest cuts is choosing reserve infielders. Ritchie Meyers leads three candidates for the utility post, though he covers all infield spots except first. Ed Winceniak and Owen Friend also contend, with Winceniak noted as the best hitter and Friend offering experience.
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Probe Chief Prepared to Substantiate Claims in Boxing Hearings
James E. Cox, former Stanford football player and World War II veteran, leads the governor’s boxing and wrestling inquiry aided by fellow committee members. Cox says they possess substantial information and are ready to substantiate all claims, amid concerns of theft and cheating in the boxing business.
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Frank Lane Endorses Strong National League Claim
Frank Lane asserts the National League is stronger than the American League citing recent NL World Series wins and successful Grapefruit and Cactus League exhibitions. NL teams lead interleague play 28-24, with the Pirates and Dodgers among top performers. the Red Sox pace the AL with a 4-1 record in interleague play.
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Red Sox May Lose Ted Williams For Exhibition Season
The Red Sox could be without their No 1 slugger Ted Williams for the remainder of the exhibition period. Boston Fest reports Williams, 37, pulled a leg muscle in a workout and team trainer Jack Fadden says at his age the injury will not heal as quickly as in younger days.
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Snerts Calendar inging Ofemple Auditorium preview
Calendar notes from Snerts listing various local events and venues including Colesa Wasabi Tourney in Redlands at state level, volleyball and tennis matches at El Camino and St Anthony venues, and other recreational contests with unclear dates and participants.
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57 Runs in 3 Games in PCL Exhibitions
Pacific Coast League exhibitions produced 57 total runs in three games. Seattle Rainiers beat the Angels 10-8 in Pasadena San Diego defeated Hollywood 8-6 in Anaheim San Francisco Seals edged Omaha 13-12 in DeLand Florida. Vern Stephens sparked Seattle with a two run double. Spider Jorgensen and Howie Goss homered for their teams.
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