Egyptian Regatta finals set at Crab Orchard Lake
Winds near perfect on day one of the Egyptian Cup Regatta with 97 sailboats racing over a three mile course on Crab Orchard Lake. Two races completed and a third to be held today to decide the cup winner by points while awards honor top crews. The event drew boats from Maryland and features Flying Scots C-scows and Y-flyers as public attendance encouraged for today’s final rounds.
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Crab Orchard Lake
Crab Orchard Sailing Club
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Duster Thomas Honored by Egyptian Officials Association
Portrait of Duster Thomas, athletic director at Pinckneyville High, celebrated for his coaching and youth work. The piece notes his drive to be first, his impact on players and students, and the May 11 award in Herrin by the Egyptian Officials Association for contributions to high school athletics.
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SIU Signs Two Track Pros from New York and Louisiana
Southern Illinois University announced the signing of two standout track prospects to join the program. Mel Ryan of New York, a 1:56.2 half mile and 4:29 mile indoors, plus Ivory Landry of New Orleans with a 23-8 long jump and 46-11 triple jump. Hartzog earlier added weightmen Dave Tindall, Dave Bayless and Fil Blackiston to pair with Steve Thomas, the half-miler.
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Mel Ryan
New York N. Y
Ivory Landry
New Orleans
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Benjamin Franklin High School
Manhattan
New York City
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Hartzog
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No Detroit clamor for turbine cars
Detroit asked for turbine cars but the industry holds back. Indianapolis saw a turbine racer break down near the finish after a 500 mile run showing potential yet high cost. Chrysler’s George Huebner Jr says the engine is ready for streets but executives remain cautious despite early promise.
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Detroit
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Ford
Chrysler
Auto Company
Turbine cars near ruling in USAC circle gains debate
Lon Eubanks returns from Indianapolis convinced turbine powered cars could soon dominate USAC racing. Andy Granatelli plans a fleet of turbines while Henry Banks warns size may be restricted for safety. Duke of Du Quoin notes Du Quoin Labor Day 100 mile and Hambletonian keep harness racing.
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du Quoin State Fair
United States Auto Club
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Henry Banks
Hayes
Banks
Indianapo
Plans Set for Little League Postseason Playoffs
District Director J. H. McKinney announces state finals will be in Kankakee in early August. Four area matchups on July 20–21 decide winners advancing to Carmi July 27–28 for two games, with winners then pursuing a Tuscola sectional to reach the state finals.
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Bridgeport
Olney
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Southern Cal and UCLA Lead 40-Team NCAA Tennis Field
Southern California and UCLA head a 40 team field for the NCAA championship at Southern Illinois University June 12 17. Defending champion Southern Cal relies on Stan Smith Joaquin Love Mayo Bob Lutz and Jim Hobson while UCLA features Ian Crookenden Gary Rose Steve Tidball and Roy Barth.
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UCLA
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Stan Smith
Joaquin Love Mayo
Bob Lutz
Jim Hobson
Ian Crookenden
Gary Rose
Steve Tidball
Roy Barth
Ex Pitcher Roger Craig Scouts for Dodgers
Former pitching standout Roger Craig is seen evaluating prospects and advising the Los Angeles Dodgers, leveraging his major league experience to aid the organization in player assessment and development.
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Los Angeles Dodgers
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