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Newspaper

Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1955

Page

6

Ted Williams returns to boostAL attendance in Boston

A sports column notes Ted Williams aims to revive interest in the American League as Boston Red Sox fans anticipate his return. It highlights Williams as baseball’s premier hitter, the impact on gate receipts, and remarks from executives about potential attendance boosts and pennant hopes. It also touches on Sugar Ray Robinson’s comeback and UCLA football spring drills.

Ted Williams Bell Field Boston Red Sox Cig Deep San Diego Came Fei Kite Frank Lane Chicago Age Sox Ted Wiliams Williams Ise Williams Opec Terix Bosay Boston Ted Bustal Ton Nineh Pinky Higgins Bosox Red Sox Ray Sugar) Robinson Tie Harry Stapler Sugar Troy Sugar Ray Cafe Harlem Sugar Ray Quality Cleaners Golden Gloves Robinwood Realte Corp Hans UCLA Doc Shinnick Dolimy Vermian Red Sanders Bruin Bil Spaulding Yong Beach Jerry McDougall Doug Bradley McDougal Ed Griffin Ronnie Knox Sam Brown Westwood Knox McTougall

El Camino dethrones Vike Diamond Squad throne

El Camino mounted the Metropolitan Conference baseball throne Friday by defeating Long Beach City College 25 2. The loss thins the three way title race with El Camino and Valley remaining strong contenders as the Vikings claim control.

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L B Squad Advances to Semis in Open Meet

Norman scene as four seeded teams reach semifinals of the National Open Swimming Championships. Hollywood YMCA stars overpower Chicago and Des Moines rivals as Long Beach and Chicago clubs clash, while women’s action features California entries defeating Houston and Santa Monica Mariners routing Salvation Army.

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Lie Detector Results Awaited in Fighter Johnson Case

Inspector John F. Driscoll released results of lie detector tests on Harold Johnson and five associates as part of an inquiry into Johnson's second round collapse against Julio Mederos. Johnson reportedly blacked out during the bout after six minutes and showed possible sleep drug traces. an orange peel tested negative.

Philadelphia John F. Driscoll Harold Johnson Johnson Juiio Mederos Pale Moran Harold Mederos Ineon Commission

Veteran Hurler Dies in York Pa After Long Illness

George a 68 year old former major league pitcher known as Lefty, long ill, died at home Friday. He reportedly kept throwing in organized baseball as a comebacker at age 57, reflecting a long career and the era he played in.

York Inomas BE Lefty) George

Mays Mantle Duel Sparks Opening Day Rivals

Willie Mays and Mickey Mantle clash over ranking as both star in a packed scene at New York and Chicago games. Mantle belts three homers in a 5 2 win over Detroit while Mays homers in a 4 3 Giants win over St Louis. Ellsworth's El Drag wins Morwood Premiere with Shoemaker aboard as Hollywood Park opens a busy weekend.

Leo Durocher Willie Mays Casey Stengel Yankee Mickey Mantle Mantle Detroit Durocher Mays New York Gianls St. Louis Cardinals Stengel Mantle Bac Asaoclaled Rex Ellsworth California Ellsworth Ssaps Hollywood Elsworth Willie Shoemaker el Drag Johnny Longren Berseen Berseem Longrlen el Crag Porterhouse Tony Big Noise Longden Golden Abbey Golden State James Session Trusting Dawn Lark Karim Blue Hollywood Park Johnny Longden Hollywood Premiere Bersee Membrillo

Lausse Stops Jones In Blood Bath Rematch Fight

Argentine star Lausse won a unanimous 11 round decision over Ralph Jones in Madison Square Garden in a brutal bout. Lausse required 30 stitches for cuts near both eyes, while Jones voiced frustration over the decision amid boos from the crowd. A July rematch was promised by matchmaker Billy Brown.

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Ted Williams Returns To Red Sox Pitching Role At Fenway

Ted Williams signs a pro rata contract worth about 75000 for the rest of the season with the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park. He plans to return to active play after resolving personal issues and could bat in the number two spot once ready. Williams previously announced retirement but informed manager Cronin of his decision to return.

Boston Ted Williams Ana Keston Red Tse Fenway Park Ted New Tony Sox Genera Joe Cr Willian Mike Higgins Wiliams Cronin Miami

L A Padres Battle For First In Pacific Coast League

Los Angeles tied Seattle 9-0 as Hollywood beat the Padres 5-2. Rainiers shifted to third while Los Angeles moved into a first place tie with San Diego in the PCL standings.

Los Angeles San Diego Seattle Padres Hollywood Rainiers San Francisco Sacramento Portland Angels Jelwsie Hearn Roberrigan Une Gab Prescott Lee Walls Dave Melton Seals Ted Beardram Selons Tel Bob Greenwood Tom Graviano Roses

Nite Hawks Debut With Zimmermann A Starting Pitcher

Nite Hawks open the season hosting Monterey Park with Leroy Zimmermann set as the starting pitcher likely sharing nine innings with Ted Carlsgaard or Jack Randall. Richie Stevens faces Zimmermann in mound action as Hawks aim to repeat two earlier wins over Monterey. Lineup hints include Jim Jones, Clint Herron, Cleo Goyette, Paul Harman, Larry Silvas, Bill Hull, and Bob Jools. Admission 50 cents.

Leroy Zimmerman Joe Rodgers Monterey Park Nite- Hawks Mitcher Ted Carlsgaard Jack Randall Zimmerman Seasson Randall Carlsgeard Yous Richie Stevens Hawks Monterey Nitehawks Jim Jones Clint Herron Cleo Goyette Paul Hami Larry Silvas Bill Hull Bob Jools

Beavers Release Dino Restelli In PCL Shakeup

Portland Pacific Coast League club today acquired an outfielder and released another. Carl Powis, 26, was obtained on option from Baltimore after playing for San Antonio in the Texas League. Unconditionally released was veteran Dino Restelli, who was earning $27 but troubled by a balky throwing arm.

Portland Carl Powis Baltimore San Antonio Dino Hestelll Aris

Sports Calendar Softball Park Pier Tans Beach

Boxing Hollywood Tega Stadium Dingle Santosty at atelier Derby Olympie Auditoriums Festllen Eastetde Arena Milars Auto Maring Garceaz Star 3 30 Sunday Drpedall Wrigley Pleth Le b Seattle 1280 Wurse Racing-callente Derry Cardena Stadium Motorcyccle Rachid Prix Cala bra Beland LLay Angeles

Tans Beach Sitehawker Monterey Park Hollywood Tega Dingle Santosty Atelier Derby Olympie Eastetde Milars Auto Maring Garceaz Star Aim Wrigley Pleth Leb Seattle Wurse Racing Callente Fo Pon Aninpy Derry Cardena Stadium

Norse Fall In Ninth As El Camino Advances In El Camino Clash

El Camino will meet Los Angeles City College in the Southern California eliminations after a 3-2 edge secured late. Norse hurler Roger Hull struck out the first man, three errors and a key single allowed two runs to score, sealing the win. Also notes include Batting and Pitching highlights from the day and a brief roundup of other games.

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Incomplete scoreboard summary from scattered games

Fragmented list shows multiple baseball results and upcoming fixtures across American League and other teams. Included are scattered scores, team names, and games at various venues with unclear dates and formatting.

British Fans Drop Off After Empire Spectator Collapse

Gayle Talbot reports rising concern over shrinking attendance in baseball and English soccer, blamed on high amusement taxes and television. The piece notes a seven year attendance drop averaging a million, with clubs cutting rosters and games lengthening, plus commentary on the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland players and Don Cockell’s boxing mention.

Gayle 'Talbot New York British Soccer Football Association England Ealr

Orioles Trade Bil Miller to Toronto for Waivers

The Baltimore Orioles assigned left handed pitcher Bil Miller to the Toronto club in the International League. The Orioles said Miller was offered on waivers but no major league team claimed him.

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Sports on Radio TV Tints to Tarkees KHT

Broad schedule lists various games and times across stations KFWE KFWE. LA vs Seattle in feature and other matchups noted with partial team names and times.

Sports On Radio-Tv Hollywood Angeles Seattle Teizyrst Bygektan Cisdonal Wat Ve Fannie As Los Angele RBS

Grand Nations Motorcycle Races Broadcast on Catalina

KBIG will air the annual Grand Nations Motorcycle Races at Catalina Island this Sunday starting 12 40 PM. The broadcast is expected to cover the event for about two and a half hours.

Catalina Island KBIG

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