Spurrier 1:46 pace eyed as track history nears
Dean Cromwell hails Lon Spurrier’s 1:47.35 880 at Berkeley as a milestone that could push the 1:46 mark. He recalls historic attempts by Whitfield and Nielsen and links Spurrier’s breakthrough to a larger quest from Ox to SC in the Coliseum Relays. The column compares Spurrier to past legends and previews upcoming dual meets and a Santa Monica relay showcase.
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Pacific Coast Loop Roundup Worries O'Doul Oaks
The Pacific Coast League faces first base worries as Letty O'Doul steers the Oakland Oaks. The club sold Jim Marshall to Chicago for cash, leaving O'Doul seeking right handed hitting outfielder help and two more pitchers. The infield includes Rivas, Rose, Jorgensen, Green, Piper Davis offers versatility, while staff needs persist with left handers Van Cuyk Besana and veterans Gettel Bamberger Drews.
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Jerry
Pumpsie) Green
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Chris van Cuyk
Fred Besana
Besana
AL Gettel
George Bamberger
Ir-S
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Cincinnati
Bob Murphy
Stanford
Modesto
Lennie Neal
Lou Landini
Bob Swift
Detroit
Dodgers Stage Beach Round Training Amid Exhibition Woes
In Jacksonville Florida pitcher Billy Lees was added to a beach training round as Brooklyn Dodgers travel north. Lees, last season’s 1d game winner, has shown little in three exhibitions and has not pitched for a week due to a sore shoulder. Other players include George Sauvba and pitchers Ken Lehman and Sarid fax.
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Wide Open National League Race Shapes Up For 1950
Oscar Fraley notes a five-team fight in the National League with Giants Dodgers and Braves as top contenders, Cards Reds and Phillies as challengers, plus a dark horse and injuries shaping the season. Giants favored if key players rebound, Dodgers face questions over star names, Braves need fire and depth, Cards could surprise with pitching, while Simmons Roberts duo boosts Phillies.
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Aqueduct
Opening Nod to Lemon Four of last year’s pennant chase
Spring training headlines center on opening day plans for 1955 as top pitchers face questions amid weather delays. Robins Roberts starts for Philadelphia, White Sox challenge Trucks, and Giants likely deploy Antonelli against the Phillies. Cubs rally past Giants as Gomez shines and Banks drives in five.
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Giants
Willie Mays
Johnny Antonelli
Ruben Gomez
Dusty Rhnodes
Marv Grissom
Hoyt Wilhelm
Monte Irvin
Whitey Lockman
Davey Williams
Hank Thompson
Sy Ambed
Bob Rush
Chicago Cuts
Art Fowler
Gerry Staley
Cincinnati Redlegs
Vernon Law
Pittsburgh Pirates
Brooklyn
Warren
St. Louis Cardinals
Preston Ward
Pittsburgh
Chicago Cubs
New York Giants
Ernie Banks
Cubs
Paddy De Marco Fails to Impress in Narrow Victory
Former lightweight champion Paddy De Marco of Brooklyn, 27, edged Libby Manzo of New York by a majority decision over 10 rounds at St. Nicholas Arena. The crowd favored Manzo late as De Marco showed fading form, while judges split on rounds and points. This win was De Marco’s 69th victory in 84 bouts.
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Harry Ebbets
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Joe Agnello
Bartell Blasts Youth Attitude in Baseball
Orlando Florida. Dick Bartell, former great shortstop and current Cincinnati Redlegs coach, criticizes modern players for their attitude and reluctance to seek guidance. He notes fewer exchanges with older players and less discussion with coaches and veterans.
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Dick Bartell
Cincinnati Redlegs
Third Comeback Bid for Robinson Tonight in Boston
Sugar Ray Robinson, 34, faces Johnny Lombardo in a 1 round comeback stake where Lombardo is a 2-1 favorite but few patrons showed interest. Robinson weighs about 161 pounds, aims to prove fitness after a 27 month layoff and prior retirement.
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Tiger) Jones
Watch Out, Leo Bums Tough Again
TAMPA AP The Brooklyn Dodgers appear big and tough as they end Florida exhibition tour strong. Manager Walt Alston and key players signal intent to rebound from last year, with Don Newcombe and Roy Campanella ready for big seasons, boosting team confidence.
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Lockman
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Dodgers
Jackie Robinson
Don Newcombe
Joe Black
Roy Cimpanella
Pewee Reese
Tampa
Brooklyn Dodgers
Orth
Florida
Walt Alston
Alston
Roy Campanella
Dodgers star Newcombe faces return to form after service
The piece notes Ernie Newcombe's wartime slump with a 4.56 ERA, nine games and eight losses, plus prior success of 11, 29 and 20 wins. Alston expects a sharp comeback as he resumes regular innings. Campanella and Robinson are cited as regaining peak form and health with improved handling of weight and control. Dressen’s claim about Dodgers led to a retort from Alston.
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Dressen
Angels Cut 5 Players in League and Camp Reassignments
The Los Angeles Angels reassigned five players to minor leagues and Cubs camp for reassignment. Ted Bell returned to the California League, Jim Clark to Vancouver in the Western International League. Pitchers Carl Johnson Lenny Hinchman and Billy Muffett sent to the Cubs camp in Lafayette Louisiana. Dan Elston starts for the Angels against Camp Pendleton at Teatherneck field. Hellywood slated to meet Seattle in Palm Springs. The Twinks beat the Cubs 11 6 at Boverd Field with Bill Jackson and Duane White Homer. San Francisco signed Joe Kitrene from Chicago White Sox and Oakland added Bob Cain. Sacramento plays San Francisco in Brawley.
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Modesto
Jim Clark
Vancouver
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Angels
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Joe Kitrene
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Kitrene
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Oakland
Chisox
Bob Cain
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Ariz
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Briggs
Solon
Tony Freitas
Long Beach
Bud Dailey
Oldham
McKeegab
Kane
Fights Last Night on Associated Picks
In New York Paddy De Maren 1404 Brooklyn and Libby Manzo 198 New York fought. Danny Giavanelli 374 Brooklyn stopped Jimmy Martinez 156. Raish Dinas 23745 New Orleans cutpointed Hobby Bickle 871g Topeka 16. Eduardo Tausse 80 Argentina stoned GN Banaris 167 Lew York. Emil Brtko 197 Putsy gurgin stopped Gene White Satz 8 Pant. AI Villasarra WE Orleans outpointed Chief Archle Whi tater 144 San Francisco 10.
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Boxing and Wrestling Card Announced for Arena Venues
Boxing at Ocean Park Arena Richards Gompales 8 30. Krestling at South Gate Arena 8 30 Wednesday. Harness event Sentanila 1 20. Baseball See exhibition state. Swimming Jordan at Beverly Flat. Tengis Santa Monica at Legg.
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Chisox Trade Pleases Courtney in Wild Trade Jest
Clint Courtney, fiery White Sox newcomer, hails the trade from Baltimore and claims he will be useful in Chicago. He recalls battles with Jim Piersall and Billy Martin and vows he will not back down, noting his ongoing feistiness and readiness for work.
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