Record 33-car field fills Indy 500 qualifying
A 33-car field was set for the 47th Indianapolis 500 after today's qualifying. Rookie Bobby Unser led at 149.421 mph, with several other drivers moving into the lineup as Pedro Rodriguez was edged out by Johnny Rutherford.
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Entries Close June 1st For Jackson Golf
The sixth annual Jackson Country Club golf Invitational invites entries by June 1 ahead of play June 6 to 9. Host pro Jim Kirk notes half the 120 expected players have filed, with Clyde Webb, tournament chairman, quoting a $12.50 entry fee including lunches.
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New Zealand star Snell wins California Relays mile in 3:54.9
Peter Snell dominated American rival Jim Beally in the California Relays one mile, finishing in 3:54.9 with a strong final 200 yards. Cary Weisiger took second in 3:57.3, Beatty third, and Jim Grelle was fourth at 3:56.1, as Snell’s time neared the world record.
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Standings and results from major leagues show scattered updates
American League standings mixed with yesterday results and upcoming games. Baltimore, Cleveland, New York lead in varied fashion amid incomplete figures. National League standings and yesterday results highlight San Francisco, Los Angeles, St Louis, Chicago, Philadelphia, Houston with several games pending.
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Youth Bowlers Compete in New Era League for Crown Jewel
Community High School youths bowl in the New Era High School league on Saturdays aiming for the Crown Jewel Team title. The 12 series tally reflects strong performance across lanes and teammates.
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SIU Scores Record 25 Runs In Two Wins
Southern Illinois University exploded for 25 runs in the first game against Cincinnati University, a school record, as the Salukis routed the Bearcats 25-6. In the nightcap Ed Walters hurled a one hitter to lead a 6-1 victory.
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SIU pitching pace fuels Salukis rally in bid for title
SIU's Merle Jones notes a sharp Saluki run of wins as Gene Vincent and Ed Walter push the streak to eight and the team climbs to 14-6 with one game left at Menard. Jim Long and Jerry Qualls spark offense while captain Dave Leonard shines. Cincinnati match ends with SIU 23 hits to 9 but a 13-3 final in favor of the Salukis.
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Minais Wins Big Ten Title With Doubleheader Split
In Iowa City on May 25, Minais clinched the Big Ten baseball championship for the second straight year by splitting a doubleheader with Iowa. Minais won the first game 7-6 and lost the second 9-5.
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Illini halt Iowa title hopes in opening win
Illini clinch first game ending Iowa title bid as Iowa finishes with errors and scattered scoring. Pitchy summaries show Illinois 7 6 to 6 2 final with Holland Weisenborn and Freese among contributors. second game displays Illinois 9 14 to Town 4 9, with Harvey Schink, Gebhard and Freese featuring for Illinois.
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SU tennis team completes historic season despite Notre Dame loss
The SIU men's tennis squad capped its best season ever with a 19 2 record that included victories over Notre Dame Wisconsin Minnesota Indiana Ohio State Iowa State and others. Team member Lance Tinhsden did not play at Notre Dame due to Davis Cup tryouts in Jamaica.
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Coal Belt Opens Today as 14th season starts
The Coal Belt Baseball League begins its 14th season with doubleheaders for all teams. New entries Mt. Vernon and Nashville join, while Murphysboro exits for lack of sponsor or manager. Games include Herrin vs Zeigler at Herrin Memorial Park and Centralia at Benton among others. players must be under 21.
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Belinsky Sent Down to Minors After Rough Season
Bo Belinsky the left-hander known for his no hit game last year was optioned to Hawaii of the Pacific Coast League by the Los Angeles Angels. He and outfielder Ken Hunt were sent down following a season with one win and seven losses, amid ongoing disciplinary issues and off field incidents.
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