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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1956

Page

13

Referee Harry Kessler Predicts Marciano May Return

Erie AP by Gene Cuneo reports millionaire referee Kessler who handled Marciano Moore believes Rocky may return after retirement for a top challenger. He notes financial strains, suggests more referees with guts, calls for charity purses to help youths, and mentions potential coaching work while boxing income taxes complicate earnings.

Gene Cuneo Erie Rocky Harry Kessler Mis Mooressovri U. Kessler Gineer Teer Messier

UCLA Star Seaman Skips Fresno Meet for Landy Duel

UCLA track coach Ducky Drake announced Bobby Seaman will not run against Australia's John Landy at Fresno. Drake said Seaman, Landy, and Drake agreed in a Sunday hotel room conference that Seaman should not peak now, aiming for later meets and relays. Drake praised Seaman and Landy, noted Rafer Johnson's progress, and referenced team depth and upcoming PCC meet plans.

Bobby Seaman Ucla Australia John Landy Fresno Seaman Landy Ducky Drake Drake Jim Bailey The Coliseum Swords Bobby Ducky Westwood Cameo Room Sunset Amd Normantic Oregon L. A Danny Schweikert Jerome Walters Tri Bruins Trojans Rafer Johnson Helsinki Finlafé Jack Davis Harrison Dillard Modesto Trojan Davis Navy San Diego Milt Campbell Lee Calhoun North Carolina State Dillard U. S Campbell Jack Rafer

Delaney Aims for West Coast Relays Pace Rematch

Villanova sophomore Delaney travels to Fresno to race world record holder Landy and Bailey in the West Coast Relays after a fast Los Angeles mile. Coach Elliott says Delaney must steady his early pace, recover form, and race his usual strategic kick. Delaney previously ran 4 minutes 05.5 seconds in LA while Bailey set 3 58.8 and Landy 3 58.8.

Coyle Johnson Rafe Straightaway Coliseum Andy Stanfield Mel Petton Jesse Owens Dave Sime Duke Bailey Compton Don Bragg Villanova Ron Delaney Villanovs Herschel Smith Fresno Delany Los Angeles Coliseum Jim Bailey Landy United States Jim Elliott

Archie Moore to Give Up as Lightheavy Champion

London report states World light heavyweight champion Archie Moore will relinquish the title if he defeats Yolande Pompey on June 5 at Harringay Arena and then targets the world heavyweight crown. Moore arrived from New York to begin training for the delayed defense, while Pompey hails from Trinidad amid a weight mystery and a long boxing career.

London Archie Moore Yolande Pompey Moore New York Harringay Arena Pompey Trinidad Britain Tery Archie

Ex-PCL Vet Forrest Orrell Wins TIJUANA Victory

Ex-PCL veteran Forrest Orrell allowed six hits as he led Tijuana to a 4-1 win over Nogales in an Arizona-Mexico League game Monday night.

Tijuana Forrest Orrell Nogales

Sports on Radio TV to Angels Seattle KMPC

Radio and TV listings announce Angels versus Seattle game coverage on KMPC at 8 pm with late sports round up on KRCA channel 4 at 1:13 pm.

Sports On Radio-Tv Angels Seattle KMPC KRCA

Nova Opens Poetry Recital Tonight in New York

Nova a living contributor to world culture leads a varied program at Carnegie Recital Hall. The event features Gordon an operatic soprano Kalmanoff a pianist and Naomi Ornest a folk singer. The recital blends poetry and music as Nova aims to begin a nationwide tour following a strong showing in 1941.

New York Gordon Glou Martin Kalmanoff Nova Naomi Ornest Avon Alget Ig Lou Atage Soccal Drafis Louis Mas The Muses Clude William Shakeloff

UCLA May Face Same Penalty as Washington in PCC Case

In Vancouver May 18 23 the Pacific Coast Conference will review UCLA over under the table payoffs. If proof matches Washington’s $60 month excess over $75, UCLA could receive similar sanctions including post season ban and fines.

UCLA Washington Hal Wood San Francisco Victor Vancouver Michigan State Bruins Huskies Husky Schmidt

June Rematch for Giardello Promoter confirms June rematch

Charley Cotton, a 3-1 underdog, upset Joey Giardello and will meet him again in a 40 round tele-s sister bout at St. Nicholas Arena on June 4 or 11. promoter Teddy Brenner staged Monday night’s bout, halting Giardello’s nine fight winning streak. Giardello vows sharper performance next time to regain edge in the rematch.

New York ICR Charley (King) Cotton Joey Giardello St. Nicholas Arena Teddy Brenner Toledo Giardello

Newcomers Boost State Grid For 1956 Football

Longsatter leads spring drills at Ft Collins as Beach State College opens practice. Transfers bolster the 49ers with Joe Rancatore Gerry Charlton and Bob Keller among new lettermen. Returning backs and six starters add depth. Richardson tops last year with 55 points. Arizona State Tempe and Santa Barbara loom on a tougher 1956 schedule.

Bob Downey Mike DeLatto Bob Pestolesi Long Beach State College 49Ers Bob Shurnway Etter-Ziger Ft. Collins Beach State College Mike DeLatta City College Joe Rancatore Vikes Gerry Charlton Bob Kelle LBCC Nene DeLotte Bob Downe Yalil Bon Pestolesi Ivan Seaton Barlow Richardson Bob Smith John Pembrook Bud Barksdale Gene Ashwill Richardson Ashwill Smith Emilbarking Arizona State Tempe Santa Barbara Rod Ashcraft Don Achziger Gene Asnwill Tom Baldwin Bud Barkedale Bud Bruffey Ralph Chaufoux Ted Caruthers Geery Chariton Paul Dearth Paul Bob Jack Stratten Sherl ‘Anner Dennis Wilkins Bob Woodhouse

Suspected sabotage eyed in Indianapolis 500 fuel clogging claim

In Indianapolis mechanics accuse someone of placing a cigarette in the fuel line of Ed Elisian's car, found in the tank after fuel delivery trouble during practice. Frank Glibben and Frank Delroy say the cigaret fragments point to foul play, while Duane Carter calls sabotage unlikely and hints at mechanical fault.

Indianapolis Ind Frank Delroy Frank Glibben Ed Elisian Oakland Elisian Fred Sommer Glibpen

Heath Banned for Star Tilts in Three-Game Suspension

Sacrament o pilot Tommy Heath is suspended for three games starting today, missing series with the Hollywood Stars at Gilmore Field. Coach Ferris Fains will lead the Scions as Roger Qsenbaugh faces Ben Wade, while league proxy Leslie O Connor fines umpires for schedule issues and Heath’s confrontation with umpires earlier in the week. The Sacs remain in a tight pennant race with Los Angeles as veteran pitching staff supports the club.

Sacramento Tommy Heath Scions Ionight Sacs Gilmore Field Hollywood Stars Heath Ferris Fains Roger Qsenbaugh Clay Hopper Ben Wade San Francisco Leslie O'Connor Ot Heath Portland Tommy Umps O'Connor Gene Carlucci Gordoi Ford San Diego Vancouver Hopper Los Angeles Angelen Diego Tan Senith Carmichael Portlane Bamberper Ist Alexander Seattle Pleretta Los Angelsa New York Cleveland Boston Chicago Washington Baltimore Kansas City Detroit New Fok

DeMarco Cleared for Martinez Bout at Fenway Park

Former welterweight champion DeMarco cleared to fight Vince Martinez June 16 at Fenway Park without facing Hoacine Khalfi ban. Commission rejection of suspension request followed Bangor promoter and Maine boxing panel action. Promoter Sam Silverman cites $250000 gate, with $50000 in tickets already sold.

Boston Kony DeMarco Vince Martinez Fenway Park Hoacine Khalfi Algervia Bangor Maine Leon Gorman Jr Maine State Boxing Commission de Marco Khalil Massachusetts Commission Martinez Boston Red Sox Sam Silverman

Sacramento sports calendar update and events recap

A compact sports calendar notes upcoming events in Sacramento with teams and venues. Includes mentions of local leagues, matchups, and public viewing details, outlining schedules and key dates for fans and participants.

Baseball Scoreboard Fragment With Team Standings Data

A fragmented scoreboard snippet lists National League teams and standings notes including Milwaukee and New York positions, with partial references to Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, St. Louis, and Boston. Scattered game results appear with unclear dates and venues, hindering full reconstruction.

Byrne Chicago Boston Pierce New York Pittsburgh Philadelphia Brooklyn Bt. Louis Bree Neowcone York Ciscinnati Galghtan Miwauete Schenat Rice

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