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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1960

Page

25

Farrells Comeback Sparks U S Olympic Hope in 100m Freestyle

Jeff Farrell, 43, fresh from an emergency appendectomy, won the 100 meters freestyle prelim and semifinals at Brennan Pools to put the United States in line for Olympic selection in Rome. His recovery and grit drew praise from coach Gus Stager as fans cheered the Kansas native who trained in Oklahoma. If not in the 100, Farrell could still qualify in the 200 meter freestyle. Sam Hall and Gary Tobian won diving events, while the USA eyes Rome glory.

Dave Dilés Detroit United States Jeff Farrell Brennan Pools Gus Stager Farrell Kansan Oklahoma U.S.A Brennan Pools Gallery Sam Hall Ohio State University Gary Tobian Los Angeles Hall Mike Peppe Tobian

Cinderella-Like Olympic Hero Bob Gutowski Dead in Crash

Bob Gutowski a 25 year old pole vault star and 1956 Olympic medalist died in a head on collision at Camp Pendleton California. The Marine lieutenant and former world record holder toppled the vault to 15 feet 9 inches in 1957 before record advances by Don Bragg. Gutowski left a widow Joanne married 118 months ago.

Camp Pendleton Calif Bob Gutowski Melbourne California Marine Corps Gutowski Cornelius Warmerdam Don Bragg Palo Alto Rome Covina Bragg Guts Australia Jim Graham Oklahoma A&m Bob Richards Occidental College Los Angeles Joanne

Matches Close In Net Tournament Here

Competition was close in the girls 15-and-under division at the Junior Invitational Tennis Tournament at Middletown Tennis Club. Three matches went to three sets while others finished in two. winners advancing to quarterfinals include Jean Helton over Joan Capozzi, Susan Anness over Gretchen Huber, and Susan Jones over Barbara Grine.

Middletown Sels Jean Helton Joan Capozzi Susan Anness Gretchen Huber Susan Jones Barbara Grine Patsy Kling Nancy Nisbet Kathy Anness Nancy Lamb Jenny Boxwell Jackie DeVoe

Winner Sets New Mark At Hamilton Raceway

Hamilton horse Clement's Bay won the feature at Hamilton Raceway in 2 08.1, owned by G. M. King of Dayton and driven by Eddie Morgan Jr., his fourth victory in seven starts. Last night’s rest of the results show multiple pace and trot races with long payoff odds.

Hamilton Clement Little Babetta Bob Crestlawn Rosie Miss Geraldine Jesse Gantle Leeta Wil Boy Tempered Pat Harmony Lucky Cash Butch Frisco Ensign Marie

Horse Race Entries and Participants by Race

A list of eight races with horse names and connections. Entries include Ward, Peterson, Kreider, Rankin, Rhodes, Hardy, Morgan, DeBaun, Edwards, and others per race, noting pace and trot classes and rider associations.

Red Me Ward Edgewood Daie Peterson Stolen Pleasure Harry Lavenia Oliver Brown Whiz K Denny Dash Direct Siler Prince Cannon Graham Single Patricka Kreider Linda Blackstone Rankin Nibland Mating Call Rhodes Cutie King Algood Pixie Shirleywill Wilkin Josie Lea McConnaughey Grand Miss Chere L’ Amour Mattox Billy Norris Maureen G Law Near Damon Express Hardy Breezie Volo Jordan Josedale Chief Worthy Conn Grey Kin High Proterra Woebkenberz Ray Miss R. J. Lind Morgan the Blizzard Nixon Argo Volo the Millionairess Edwards Owens Sharalie France Pronto Way Palmer Reed Cash Doggett Gimmigan Grove Josedale Sky Chief DeBaun Doc Will Samples Monticello

Laver Wins Amid Thick Fog in Southampton Invite

Australian champion Rod Laver defeated John Powless 11 13 6 3 6 2 in the second round as fog delayed play at the 72nd Southampton Tennis Invitational. Laver said thick fog obscured the ball and forced him to grip spikes during the match. He trailed 1 2 in the third set before pulling ahead.

Southampton N.Y Rod Laver University of Cincinnati

Miller Insurance Dominates Mike's Place In NL Action

Miller Insurance improved to 3-3 with a 10-2 win over Mike's Place at Goldman Park. Care Cosby allowed six hits as Miller pitcher Clyde Sword posted three singles. teammates Cowgill Abner Hyde and Cruse added two hits each. Gross Lumber edged Parkway Cafe 4-3 in the night’s close game.

Miller Insurance Goldman Park Millerman Mike Miller Mike’s Cosby Clyde Sword Cowgill Bob Abner Tom Hyde Ken Cruse Gross Lumber Parkway Cafe McGuire Weaver Gross Martin's Grill Parkway Steel City Lounge Steel City McKenzie Trimble DeHart Steelmen McGraw Taylor Whitt Auto Sales Steve Neal Whitt Ronnie Ketron

Tonight’s Boxing Cards At Goldman Park In Miami Beach

Vince Martinez of Paterson New Jersey stopped Frankie Relma of Los Angeles at 5 New Bedford Mass Ike Chestnut of New York outpointed Paddy Read of Providence. Cassano’s faced Monsanto Chemical National Guard faced Armco Center. Herman Duncan in Los Angeles at 8 p.m. Jaycees opposed Miracle Water and Parkview Cafe faced lo Flores in San Bernardino.

Miami Beach Fla Vince Martinez Paterson N.J Frankie Relma Los Angeles New Bedford Mass Ike Chestnut New York Paddy Read Providence Cassano's Monsanto Chemical National Guard Armco Center Herman Duncan Jaycees Miracle Emi- Water Parkview Cafe Lo Flores San Bernardino Barkeley Electric Calf

Local Driver Sets New Speed Record

Cincinnati report says Stanley Byrd 26 of Middleton wins two trophies at Beechmont Dragway. He clocks 100 mph in 13.69 seconds from a dead start in a 36 horsepower Ford Fairlane, setting a new speed record and also wins the modified stock division.

Cincinnati Stanley Byrd Beechmont

Pin Loop Set to Host Sports Bowl Classic League Night

The Sports Bowl announces the Pin Loop League will begin organizing Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Sports Bowl. All interested bowlers are invited to attend.

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