Vikes Fall to San Jose in Modesto Tourney Thriller
Long Beach City College star Markowitz scored 31 and grabbed 14 rebounds but LBCC fouled 29 times as San Jose defeated the Vikings 63 to 59 to advance in the Sam Rarey tournament. Nick Klock poured in 23 points for San Jose, while LBCC faded late as free throws sealed the outcome.
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Readers prove column has followers as 17 send in clippings
Bob Kelley addresses readers and a critic Charlie Hansen who sent a long letter mocking past sports calls. He notes letters referencing 1940s UCLA Waterfield and a proposed Gavilan vs Aragon bout. Kelley promotes his show and argues Gavilan could win, with Aragon as opponent next month on KMEG.
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Voting on Hall of Fame additions underway in New York
The article notes balloting by writers to elect new Hall of Fame members, with eligibility limited to players active in Major League Baseball between 1928 and 1952, plus current managers and former pilots. Ballots list eligible names and long-standing candidates, with voting concluding January 24.
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Caliente hosts two feature races on Sunday card
Agua Caliente offers two feature races with a dozen entries in both the mile and 70 yards and the six furlong Evangeline. Notables include Magnolia, Jiges Jr., Buddy Rich, and Lets Mateh in the Magnalia field while Blue Rajah Nilor and Smooth Wave will debut in Evangeline. Dog Fish meets six to 16 pound weight adjustments. Added attractions include odds topics and the crowning of Warren Ferguson and C. L. Clayton as 1957 season champion jockey and trainer amid weekend events.
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College Basketball Conference Scores and Team Placings
Readable fragments show college basketball listings with team names and scores across conferences. Mentions include West Coast and Midwest regions, with several colleges and institutions such as Monmouth and Clemson, plus scattered city and state references.
Negray Signs 58 Dodger Contract
Pitcher Ron Negray signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers for the coming season amid high expectations. Once a dismayed recruit, Negray has progressed through farm systems and is now pitching in the Dominican leagues with prospects noted by Dodger scouts.
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Compton and Lynwood Reach Semis in Comp ton Invitational
Compton Lynwood Downey advanced to the semifinals of the Comp ton Invitational after decisive wins. Aron Carmichael led Poly with 39 points in a 67-52 consolation victory over California while Lynwood beat Millikan 65-80 and Downey outlasted Chaffey 68-64. Mt Carmel toppled Newport Harbor and Compton downed Gurnex 57-36. Loyola edged Centennial 44-43 and Poly defeated California 42-40. Millikan posted a 58-36 win in consolation.
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Only One Elgin So Seattle Coach Not Marking Time
NEA story profiles Elgin Baylor from Washington DC, a tall versatile guard who boosted Seattle University’s basketball standing. His recruitment helped Seattle land top tournaments like the Blue Grass Festival and Holiday Tournament, with coach Castellani stressing how Baylor encouraged stronger players each year.
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Most Improved Golfer Besselink Prevails in Venezuelan Open
Saturday's Shorts notes Al Besselink, ex-Miami University star, as the tour's most improved. He beat Bob Rosburg in a playoff to win the Venezuelan Open, tied for Havana Open, and lost to Al Balding in a playoff. The piece also mentions horse racing plans, a Los Angeles Open hospital list, and rumors about Norm Van Brocklin's Rams retirement amid coaching tensions.
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Columbus Club Honors Crabtree and L. A. Open Fees
The Columbus Club honors Crabtree as the most valuable player and outlines Caddy fees for the L. A. Open, including five dollars per round and a guaranteed minimum award. Oregon University players and Buckeyes are discussed, with prospects of higher payouts and ball shagging fees. Speculation covers Dodgers’ 1958 season location and Walter OMalley’s stadium plans, plus predictions on Red Skartiers tenure at UCLA.
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Head Leads Pancho in Three-Set Sydney Tennis Win
In Sydney the 23-year-old Hoad defeated Pancho Gonzales 6-3 6-4 10-? as a crowd of 5,000 paid about 20,000 pounds to watch. It was Hoad’s second straight win in the series, following two straight defeats of Pancho in Brisbane. Gonzales, hailed as the world’s best server, broke Hoad once in the second set.
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Argos Bid for Buckeye Bowl Hero Sutherin
Santa Monica California reports Ohio State Rose Bowl star Don Sutherin has been offered a contract by the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian pro league. Coach Hampton Pool said Sutherin is considering the offer and has not committed, as he plans to discuss it with Toronto advisors. Pool noted a good chance he may join the Argonauts.
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Aparicio First to Sign 58 White Sox Pact
Chicago White Sox inked their first 1958 contract with shortstop Luis Aparicio the AL leader in stolen bases last season. Aparicio who played for Rapinos in the Venezuelan Winter League agreed to terms today signaling the team’s opening of the AL roster for the coming season.
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Liberty Bowl Planned in Philadelphia for top East Team
Backers say the Liberty Bowl will be approved at the next NCAA meeting. The game would be played in Philadelphia's 100000 seat municipal stadium featuring the top eastern team against a leading out of region opponent.
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Jordan 2 1 Pick In Olympic Bout at Mollywood Stadium
Jordan, 2 1 favorite over Wille Morton, clashes tonight at Mollywood Legion Stadium. Jordan has 34 wins in 449 fights with seven defeats, while Morton carries a 14 of 15 pro record. Carmen Basilio, middleweight champ, defends as referee for a four round prelim.
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Tug Wilson Recovers From Influenza At UCLA Medical Center
Big Ten commissioner Tug Wilson is recovering from influenza at UCLA Medical Center after entering Dec 30 while in town for the Rose Bowl between Ohio State and Oregon. Hospital officials say he is resting comfortably as he convalesces in west Los Angeles.
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Friday Night's Fights Report Mixed Up Card
A noisy boxing card in New York featured several bouts with unclear spellings and misprints. One bout mentions Jorge Herreca being knocked out, while other names like Gar eni and Pencaex surface in fragmented text. Further details remain unreadable.
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Horse Racing Results From a Readable Fragment
fragmented race card lists multiple races with names and times, mentioning horses such as Shoemaker and Time-1 11 and noting scratched entries. includes quarter mile and one mile events, with approximate times around 10 45 and 137 19, and references to trainers, venues, and payout hints.
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