TV Effect On Grid Attendance Reaches Peak
New York reports from the National Collegiate Athletic Association show live television’s peak impact on college football attendance has been reached with no clear sign the novelty has worn off. A Chicago study notes attendance should remain near current levels, about 27 percent below pre television years, as 1952 1953 data reveal only a small drop among colleges with televised games.
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National Collegiate Athletic Association Today
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University of Chicago
Native Dancer Top Weighted for Blallywood Gold Cup
Inglewood United States racing notes assign top weight of 153 pounds to Native Dancer for Hollywood Park’s July 37 Blallywood Gold Cup. Imposts set for Imbros 125, Thirteen of Diamonds 124, and Determine 429 pounds as a three year old. Determine, Kentucky Derby winner, will run next in July with 350,000 Westerners owner Andy Crevolin confirming plan.
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Determine
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Old Fairway Heroes Ready For Last Open Trip
Oscar Fraley profiles aging golf legends headed to the U S Open at Ballusrol marking the final year former champions auto qualify. Twelve former winners and many stars face a shrinking field as young hopefuls gain a chance, with veterans like Sarazen and Burke hoping for one more reunion.
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Costa Minelli Win Fights
In New York two TV boxing upsets occurred. Costa of Brooklyn won a split decision over Baby Ortiz of Mexico City in a 10 round featherweight bout at Eastern Parkway Arena. Livio Minelli of New York edged Luther Rawlings of Chicago in a split 10 round lightweight bout at St. Nicholas Arena.
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Double eagle dream and Hagen legend in golf reminiscence
Peter Thomson recalls needing a double eagle on a British Open par five in 1982. He describes an in range six iron to 12 feet, the gallery's hope, a missed putt finishing one stroke behind Bobby Locke, and Walter Hagen's famed near hole in one. The tale contrasts Hagen's confidence with a double bogey and underscores Hagen's lasting legend.
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Durocher Bubbles Over With Pride
New York Giants manager Leo Durocher praised his team after a strong start, likening the Giants to their 1951 miracle pennant run. He cited a 12 3 record and team defense, noting rough days but overall balance and road trip glory.
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Shulskis Signs with New York Giants
Jack Me Shulskis a 6 foot 6 inch 213 pound former Army and Kansas State end has signed with the New York Giants of the National Football League.
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Baltusrol Set as Hogan's Alley for U S Open bid
Ben Hogan eyes another possible record at Baltusrol as the 54th U S Open nears. He praises the greens and fairways while Sam Snead battles a sore neck. Julius Boros Cary Middlecoff Lew Worsham Bobby Locke and Peter Thomson are among early arrivals for the field.
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Dodgers Sign San Bernardino High Catcher
Brooklyn Dodgers sign 18 year old San Bernardino high star Bob Stone, an All-Citrus League catcher for two years. Scout Harold Phillips announced the signing noting Stone was inked to a Newport News contract in the Piedmont League and optioned to Great Falls Montana in the Pioneer.
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Methodists Win Opener
The University Methodist baseball team defeated the Foursquare team 23 to 12 in the opening game. Hitting stars for the Methodists were Ken Shepherd, Ken Stockham, Bill Anderson, Bob Smith, and Mike Worthley. The Radlands and Yucaipa teams forfeited for lack of full squads.
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Evatt Defeats Hart in Unanimous 10 Round Decision
Buddy Evatt extended his pro win streak to 16 with a unanimous 10 round decision over Johnny Hart at Olympic Auditorium Los Angeles. Evatt 133 pounds versus Hart 142 1/2 pounds, entered as a 5 to 1 favorite but faced solid resistance. Evatt controlled the action with no knockdowns.
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Cleveland's Mound Staff Heads For Best Season
Cleveland's pitching trio Bob Lemon Mike Garcia and Early Wynn aimed for a record season as the Indians stretched their AL lead with a 13 3 rout of the Boston Red Sox. Lemon earned win number eight on a day of stout hitting including five doubles and homers by Surieklind and Smith.
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Coast League Attendance Good Boosts Postwar Outlook
Attendance across the Coast League reached 135 973 for the week ending. Los Angeles drew 65 126 and San Francisco 53 331 with Oakland, aiding major league prospects as fans flocked to Seals games in two weeks surpassing last year’s total. Portland and Seattle faced weather and weak gates.
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Canola Oil Calgary Production Rise From 884 to 200k Daily
Cana an Oil Calgary reports crude output grew from 884 barrels per day in 1927 to over 200000 barrels daily now. The surge highlights rapid expansion in Canadian oil production and market demand across the decade.
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Life League Opening Scores Big For Goughs Angels And Pratts Rainiers
Opening night at Redlands community field saw Goughs Angels win 20 to 1 and Pratt s Rainiers take a 164 tilt. Roger Conley starred for the Angels with a homer, seven hits allowed eight walks, while Jay Zincke and Roy Rogers added homers and Zincke went 3 for 3. The Oaks scored once on a Martinez play as Knedel led the Rainiers with two homers and 3 for 3. Hill tossed four hits allowed.
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Olsen Meets Turner Tonight in 10 Round Title Fight
Honolulu report that lightweight champion Carl Bobo Olson defends neither title nor reputation in a 10 round bout against Jesse Turner of St. Louis. Olson’s manager Sid Flaherty notes Turner is ambitious and capable and will seek to boost his own standing at Olson’s expense.
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Bobo) Olson
Jesse Turner
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Marciano Favored In Seven Rounds
Monticello New York report by Jack Cuddy predicts Rocky Marciano will stop Ezzard Charles within seven rounds in their upcoming bout at Kutsher's Country Club. Charles, 42, holds advantages in height reach and experience, but Marciano’s relentless attack, stamina and improved body punching give him the edge. Charles shows defense lapses in training and must avoid head hooks to keep danger at bay.
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United Press
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Bowling league results and standings from last night
In a three man scratch league Frank Letizia topped with a 236 game and Doyle Melugin led with a 724 series. The 300s shared the top team game at 693 and the Three Hits posted the best 2083 team series. Standings show 3 Blind Mice 26 wins and 3 Bums 24, followed by 3 Hits 13, 3 Aces at 300s 15, Wildcats 15, Pin Heads 18, Spark Plugs 20, and 3 Bums 24.
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