Cardwell Stars In No-Hitter Sparked By Cubs Win
Cubs pitcher Sam Cardwell no hit the Pirates in a 1-0 victory at Wrigley Field. Ernie Banks hit his seventh homer, Banks received a league MVP plaque last year, and a 33,543 crowd roared as Cardwell fended off a late scare and fans swarmed the field.
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Montery Plainsmen and Grand Prairie clash in district opener
Monterey Plainsmen, 18 5, visit Grand Prairie Gophers, 12 2 in district play, in a best two of three baseball series at Mackenzie Park. Donnie Bumpass starts for Monterey against David Nunnenkamp as both teams chase regional advancement.
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Bally Ache wins Preakness prep as Venetian Way withdraws
Bally Ache dominates the Preakness Prep race with a four length margin over Divine Comedy while Venetian Way is out of the scene. Jockey Bob Ussery set the pace aboard Bally Ache, building a clear lead from start to finish and easing late as Divine Comedy carries added weight in the actual Preakness.
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Cardwell Debuts With Cubs After No-Hitter Victory
Don Cardwell, traded from the Phillies, discussed his nerves and strive to impress the Chicago Cubs after delivering a no hitter against the Cardinals. He relied on a fastball and change-up, with crucial Cub fielding plays limiting threats. He noted preferring a four day rhythm and received supportive wires from Philadelphia friends.
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Three More Racers Pass Speedway Test
Indianapolis AP reports three more drivers qualified for the Memorial Day 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Johnny Thomson from Boyertown Pennsylvania with Racing Associates Special posted 1148.443. Tony Bettenhausen of Tinley Park Wisconsin drove Hopkins Special 145.214. Clark Templeman of Seattle Washington piloted Federal Engineering Special 143.856.
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Racing Associates
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Federal Engineering
Boros Wins Colonial National with 280 Total
Julius Boros clinched the Colonial National Invitation at Fort Worth with a 280 total after a 70 final round. Kel Nagle and Gene Littler tied for second at 281, while Ted Kroll finished fourth at 282 and Ben Hogan ended eighth at 285. Boros led from 11th hole and sealed victory with a 20-foot birdie at 17.
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Longhorns clinch SWC baseball title in season finale
Texas tops Texas A M 5 2 and 8 3 to finish 13 2 in league play and 21 2 overall. Baylor and Rice finish tied for second with 10 5 league marks. Rice ends 17 8 for the season, Baylor 15 7, SMU fourth, TCU fifth, and A M sixth.
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Driver Chadwick Killed in Belgian Motorcycle Crash
AP reports British rider Dave Chadwick died when his 500 cc motorcycle hit the crowd at the Metttet Belgium race. One spectator was killed and two others injured, one with amputation. Chadwick led near the finish but reportedly lost control while overtaking.
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Cagers Wanted for Summer Basketball League
City of Lubbock Park and Recreation Department invites boys aged 16 or 17 to join a summer basketball league. Contact Gerald Rogers SH7-1035 or Leonard Ehrler PO3-0404 before May 20, 1960.
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Aspromonte Traded For Whisenant
Washington Senators trade infielder Ken Aspromonte to Cleveland for outfielder Pete Whisenant in a straight player deal. The team also waives pitcher Ted Abernathy with intent to release him. his waiver period ends Tuesday.
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Japan Swimmer Tsuyoshi Yamanaka Sets Indoor World Mark
In Tokyo AP reports Tsuyoshi Yamanaka, Japan’s top Olympic hopeful, clocked a 200 meter freestyle time of 2 minutes 1.1 seconds during practice, claiming a new world mark though not submitted for official recognition. The older world record stood at 2:01.5 set in Osaka by Yamanaka on July 26, 1959.
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Player limit set at 25 by Wednesday
The league imposes a 25 player limit that must be reached by Wednesday. Teams are instructed to finalize rosters and submit verified names to the league office before the deadline.
Tripp Wins Life Begins at 40 Golf Tourney
Murrell Tripp of Lubbock rallied from three holes down to defeat Russell Carver of Hereford 3 and 1 in the Life Begins at 40 tournament. Paul Jones of Clovis beat Alton Leach 1 up for the consolation title.
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Russell Carver
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Alton Leach
Plainview
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Carver
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Joe Butler
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Palmer Norton
Joe Toombs
Crosbyton Runners Edwards Moore Sign with Baylor
Baylor announces two Crosbyton stars join with letters of intent. David Edwards, 6'2" 190, standout pass receiver. Charles Moore, 5'11" 182, 68 percent passer and 11 tackles per game. Both earned all state mentions and helped mile relay at state meet.
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Charles Moore
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Austin
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