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Pasadena Star News

Location

Pasadena, California, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1956

Page

12

Olympic Trials in Coliseum hailed as greatest meet yet

At a Big Ten luncheon in Los Angeles Dan Ferris and Jim Kelly forecast record excitement for the two day Olympic Trials in the Coliseum with debates on potential gold medals and Russia's track prospects. Ticket plans offer $5 reserved ducats or $3 general admission with per night pricing.

Coliseum America Melbourne Dan Ferris National AAU United States Tug Wilson Jim Wilson Cortina Italy Russia USA Samuel

Redlegs near NL lead with Smoky Burgess homer rally

Cincinnati Redlegs push toward first place with Smoky Burgess delivering a three run homer in the eighth inning to beat the Pirates 4 to 3. The win, aided by late rallies, puts Cincinnati one step from the NL lead behind Milwaukee as Giants and Dodgers split. Harvey Kuenn homered for Detroit in a separate AL win over Kansas City.

Pittsburgh Cincinnati Redlegs Redlegs Smoky Burgess Pittsburgh Pirates Smoky Ed Bailey New York Giants Pirates Milwaukee Giants Brooklyn Dodgers Detroit Harvey Kuenn Kansas City

Ferris voices defense at LA AAU meeting

Dan Ferris said the AAU has faced abuse in the Los Angeles area and anticipated boos. He argued the group serves amateur athletics and that proper information before the public will win acclaim, not abuse.

Dan Ferris AAU Los Angeles

LSU Mascot Mike the Tiger Dies at 20

Louisiana State University's mascot Mike the Tiger died last night at age 20 in Baton Rouge. The beloved tiger had served as the university’s symbol for two decades, drawing visits from fans and students alike.

LSU Tiger Baton Rouge Mike the Tiger Louisiana State University

Local College Hockey Scores Slugfest Across Cities

The American Association reported multiple game results with Charleston tied St. Paul at six, Omaha beating Wichita 2 to 0, Louisville edging Minneapolis 5 to 3, and Denver defeating Indianapolis 13 to 2.

Charleston St. Paul Omaha Wichita Louisville Minneapolis Denver Indianapolis

Two Deadlocked in Insurance City Open Lead

In Wethersfield Connecticut Ed Oliver posted a five under par 66 to share the first round lead in the Insurance City Open. Arnold Palmer and a group at 67 were close behind. others at 68 include Gene Littler and four players.

Wethersfield, Conn Porky) Oliver Arnold Palmer Paul Harney Fred Hawkins Jackie Burke Paul McGuire Ken Townes Ed Rubbis Gene Littler

Baseball Standings and Tonight's Pacific Coast League Games

The Pacific Coast League standings show Hollywood in a tight race with San Francisco Sacramento and others. Tonight's action features Sacramento at Hollywood Wade against Stanka, Los Angeles at Seattle Pieretti versus Bingleton, Vancouver at Portland McDonald versus Fiedjer, and San Francisco at San Diego Casale against Atkins.

Kh Pet Seattle Puedes Los Angeles Hollywood Sacramento Portland San Francisco San Diego Vancouver Los An Stanka Wade Pieretti Bingleton McDonald Fiedjer Martin San

Leading NL Batters Based on 150 Official At Bats

The National League leaders list the top hitters by batting average and hits after 150 official at bats. This brief ranking highlights standout players and the current pace of the season.

National League

275 Athletes Bid For 54 Olympic Berths

275 track and field stars compete at the Coliseum for 54 US Olympic berths with finals in the 100 meters 400 meter hurdles and 5000 meters. Crowd around 70 000 tonight and 50 000 tomorrow. Bobby Morrow is the headline name.

Los Angeles Australia U.S Bobby Morrow Jesse Owens Morrow Dave Sime Duke Bobby Whilden Texas Rod Richard Army Dick Blair Kansas Seamon King California Thane Baker Air Force Ira Murchison

All Star Vote Triggers Dodgers Benches Reaction

Dodgers managers players react to National League all star starters chosen by fans for Washington game July 10. Jackie Robinson and Walter Alston question logic of five Cincinnati selections while Duke Snider and Pee Wee Reese comment on voting and squad expectations.

Brooklyn Brooklyn Dodgers Cincinnati Washington Jackie Robinson Walter Alston Dodgers Alston Stan Musial Musial Milwaukee Duke Snider Gus Bell Ohio Duke Snider Pee Wee Reese Dodger Roy Campanella Amprican Teade Osu Mickey Vernon Boston Wertz Cleveland Bil Skowron New York Roy Stevers Nelson Fox Bobby Avila Billy Goodman Bil Martin Pete Runnels George Kell Baltimore Ray Boone Detroit al Rosen Eddie Yost Washington Bhoristop Harvey Knenn Jim Ptersall Bennett Field al Bazine Hank Bauer Berra Sherman Har Chi Tethis Ale Long Pittsburgh Ted Kluszewski Gil Hodges Brookie Wally Moon St. Louis Johnny Temple Cinleim Alvinark Dick Groat Ttsburgh Johnny Logan Frank Robinson P Repulski Frank Thomas del Ennis Philadelphia Abe Bob Thomson Willie Mays Richie Ashburn Philadel Bob Clemente Pittsburg Richt Stan "Musial Louis Heare Wally Post Aaron Lee Was Pitteburen Batley Roy Cam Del

Veeck Bids for Detroit Tigers Franchise

Bill Veeck and a nine-member syndicate submit a 250000 good faith bid to Detroit Baseball Co for the Tigers. The group includes a Baltimore brewery executive and John Hilson of New York, with Hilson likely the lead financier. Veeck, who previously owned the Indians and Browns, expects acceptance and aims to bid Monday.

Detroit Bill Veeck Cleveland St. Louis Detroit Tigers Tiger Baltimore Johns Hilson New York Veeck Cleveland Indians St. Louis Browns Indians

Novia Del Mar Leads Longest Yacht Race Toward Tahiti

The 89 foot ketch Novia Del Mar took undisputed lead in the 3571 mile Los Angeles Harbor to Tahiti race. It was about 1900 miles from the start on day 12 with J Paradise. John P Scripps’ scratch yacht held second over 15 miles back, while Bill Murphy’s Quest trailed in third and Viveka lagged 400 miles behind.

Los Angeles Novia del Mar Los Angeles Harbor Tahiti John P. Scripps Bill Murphy Scripps John Hedden San Francisco

TRACK OLYMPIC TRIALS AND STADIUM SPORTS SCHEDULE

A dense list of events across venues including Olympic Trials at the Coliseum and various track, boxing, wrestling, baseball, football, and horse racing cards. Highlights include Pistons football and California leagues. multiple park sites such as Gilmore Field, Gardens Stadium, Hollywood Park, and Rose Bowl area hosting games and bouts. The schedule features games at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. with radio and TV notes from KABC KHJ KFI KMPC and others.

Coliseum M. Banerall Sacramento Hollyrool Gilmore Field Gardens Stadium Ocean Park Arena Pasadena Arena Washington Junior High Shrine Club McKinney Junior High Milne Brothers Freeway Pontiac Consolidated Field Coast Oaks Stars American Orioles Indians Allendale Park Vasadena Southwest Motor Dealers Exchange Eliot City Lines Fire Dept Brookside Park Utility Metale OWL Immanuel Cosmonahty Ave Lake Ave Church of Christ, Bethany First Nazarene Semmer Alhambra High Gym Mirror Glaze Phelps-Terkel Star Market Rags Horst Hollywood Park Los Angeles Griffith Park Basebal Nee Hollywood Bonelli Stadium Saugus Gardena Stadium Drum Valley Garden South Gate Arena Eastside Arena T. Francis High Stampers Colts Chamber Dino’s Sevence Victory Park Moonlight B. F. Smith Trium Chamberlain's Media McKinley Junior High Jeanne Club P.m Chicago White Sox Cleveland Behm Carter Imant Park EYE ON Sports Hollywood Legion Kenny Davis Jose Cotero San Francisco Hol“Radio

U S Olympic Trials Schedule Preview Tonight and Tomorrow

A detailed outline lists hammer throw, high jump, javelin, shot put, discus, and multiple sprint and distance events with heats and finals. Included are gate times, event order, and a relay. The page cites Olympic Track and Field programs and schedules.

Glenn Davis Ohio State United States Dick Hart Penn Bill Dellinger Oregon Max Truex Southern California Joe Tyler Navy J U.S Hal Connolly

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