Mikan Reveals TV Plan For ABA Growth
ABA chair George Mikan unveils pension aligned TV deal with MGM, touts long-term presence as club owners close three day meeting. Signing news to follow, coaches to discuss proposed rule changes limiting free throws on non-shooting fouls while possession remains with the offense.
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Daimler Benz Proving Grounds Push Auto Safety Limits
Daimler Benz at Stuttgart Untertuerkheim expands proving grounds with a 20 foot high Wiegren banked turn allowing tests up to 124 mph while drivers can remove hands from the wheel. A radar network calibrates speed and braking as cars exceed 120 mph on ten tracks simulating cobblestone asphalt basalt and rough road conditions plus a wind tunnel and saline tanks to test reliability and safety.
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Tijuana Bullfight Features Solorzano Debut
In Ti juana this Sunday the bullfight card at El Toreo de Tijuana pits rising star Jesus Solorzano against Alfredo Leal and Humberto Mara. Solorzano, son of a famed matador, makes his Ti juana debut as crowds expect his early stride in a downtown ring. The event opens with a Thursday round of fights and regional sales in Gardena nearby.
Ex-Pius X Cerritos Star Paul to Tribe
Mike Paul has been signed by the Cleveland Indians and will report to Reno in the California League Class A. The lefty pitcher was a 1965 Metropolitan Conference player of the year at Cerritos College and helped Arizona reach the 1966 College World Series.
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L A Arena Hosts Roller Twin Bill
The Long Beach Arena hosts the International Roller League mid season Presidents Cup playoff series tonight. Two games start at 7 p.m. featuring the Los Angeles Thunderbirds New York Bombers Detroit Devils and Chicago Hawks. Los Angeles is the defending champion.
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Saldivar Retains Crown in Cardiff Title Fight
Vicente Saldivar of Mexico rallied late to outpoint Welsh challenger Howard Winstone at Ninian Park Stadium. Saldivar dropped Winstone in the 14th round to secure his world featherweight title defense, his seventh title win, lifting his record to 32-1 while Winstone dropped to 59-4.
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Publicist boosts Irwindale track as sprint car destination
Maury Powell appointed to raise San Gabriel Speedway profile in Irwindale with literary race promos and background on events. Saturday’s 50-lap Spring Championship for the California Racing Association features top regional drivers. Art Atkinson leads operations, touting the track as a premier half mile paved oval with Indianapolis-like banking and wide infield curves enabling multiple car lines.
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Ginther Retires From Racing To Seek Treasure Hunts
Richie Ginther, 36, longtime auto racer injured in an Indianapolis accident, has given up racing to pursue treasure hunting. He is reportedly wandering the desert between California and Nevada as an amateur archaeologist, after suffering a head injury from a burst fuel line during practice.
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Numata Lifts Elorde's Title in Tokyo Bout
Yoshiaki Numata, a 22 year old Japanese boxer, won the world junior lightweight title from Flash Elorde of the Philippines by majority decision before a 10,000 strong crowd at Kuramae Stadium in Tokyo. Elorde said he would think over the loss after returning to Manila and discussing it with his wife.
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