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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1966
Page
35
Russians pulled out of a July 23 24 dual meet with the United States amid political and funding complaints. Korobkov blamed dollars smog and fashion for the canceled event while Tass noted his busy schedule. The piece contrasts American and Soviet performances and hints at broader sporting tensions.
Casey Stengel recalls Rogers Hornsby and Honus Wagner in a long reminiscence about batting stance, bat design, and hitting theory. He recounts pitching memory, Babe Ruth encounters, and Wagner scene triples while noting Hornsby’s fast baserunning and growing power with a thicker bat.
A lively scene on the tennis court shows Bill Lenoly with a two fisted grip and broad smile as he eyes a ball. CHIT Richey concentrates intently while airborne, as spectators wonder about linesmanship and fair play.
Escondido report notes Bob Stiles, UCLA defensive back and 1966 Rose Bowl hero, cut by the San Diego Chargers along with three other rookies in a waiver move. Also listed are Vic Bonner, Charles Cowart, and Jim Whitmore. Several veterans remain. Pat Shea injures back. Gary Garrison shines in drills as camp continues.
Sports calendar shows Lynwood facing Mel vrn aud and Blair Field hosting derby events at 7 30 p m at Jentcipal Auditorium 8 p m ESDAY. Also notes horse and livestock park events and a first ce schedule.
Middleweight boxer Jimmy Lester ranked No 2 in the World Boxing Association suffered a KO loss in Honolulu. He accidentally shot himself in Oakland while cleaning a revolver, receiving a minor shoulder wound. He allegedly struck a hospital intern in the ER and was booked on assault charges after bail set at 330 dollars. The California Athletic Commission will review the incident and court outcome before any suspension.
The United States urged banning the Soviet Union from the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City after Russia refused to compete in Los Angeles events amid Vietnam war protests. AAU officials said they would seek Moscow talks to resolve the dispute and uphold international amateur athletic rules.
Poland cancelled its track and field team's tour to the United States in protest of American bombing of North Vietnam. In Berkeley officials said an all U S invitational meet will be held, billed as the highest caliber event in the United States.
In Los Angeles, meet director Glenn Davis reported about 30,000 tickets sold for July 23 and 24, with revenue around 200000. A nonheld meet could incur a loss near 150000, including 90000 advanced for the 1965 U S team’s Kiev expenses. California Lutheran College expects a 6000 loss for prep work. Russians were to arrive Monday. US protested but will not retaliate. U S Ambassador Kohler met Soviet Foreign Minister Gromyko.
News brief notes KTLA will broadcast roller games on television with complementary radio coverage. Events feature local teams, schedules, and potential interviews. Viewers can catch highlights and live updates across KTLA platforms.
Melbourne Australia and New Zealand are invited to replace Russia in a dual meet against the United States in Los Angeles on July 23-24. Australian AAU secretary Artiur Hodsdon said he favors participation and that the invitation will be accepted officially on Wednesday.
Czechoslovakia cancels a traveling US basketball and track tour amid ongoing air attacks. U S coaches and athletes voiced disappointment as a motion to cancel passed unanimously. Triple jumper Darrell Horn said Russia's action harms their Olympic preparation and doubted athlete involvement.
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