Ryun Seeks Win Today in Mile But Not World Mark
Kansas star Jim Ryun set a world mark in the half mile at the U S Federation blue ribbon classic on Indiana State’s track. Sycamores coach Bob Meyne hailed the meet as the area’s greatest praising Ryun’s effortless speed and strong competition as he eyes today’s mile.
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Siebert Delivers First No Hitter for Indians Since 1951
Sonny Siebert pitched the Indians to a 2 0 victory over the Washington Senators, retiring 20 batters in a row and allowing only two baserunners. Leon Wagner hit a first inning homer and Chico Salmon added a third inning RBI single. It was Siebert's fifth win against three losses and the first no hitter of his career.
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Foyt Plans Return to Indianapolis After Burns
A. J. Foyt, recovering from Milwaukee burn injuries, vows to return to Indianapolis Memorial Day for a third 500 mile win. He aims for August races and will build three new cars, predicting 170 mph speeds with improved engines, suspension, and tires. Mario Andretti set a 165.899 mph qualifying record this year.
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Dolphins Sign West From Jets After College Star Stint
Miami Dolphins signed Willie West a 187 pound defensive back acquired from the New York Jets. West who played for Denver Buffalo and St Louis Cardinals was an All Pacific halfback at Oregon in 1957.
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Mount Suffers Ankle Injury In All Star Practice
Rick Mount of Lebanon and Indiana Mr Basketball status was sidelined briefly by an ankle injury during all star practice in Indianapolis. A 10 minute rest and ice helped him return as coach Cheon Reynolds evaluated 11 players in a 35 minute scrimmage and stressed team play for upcoming games against Kentucky at Freedom Hall June 18 and Butler June 25.
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Chicago Lawyer Hired by Cazzie Russell to Decide NBA1
Arthur Morse, noted Chicago attorney who negotiated pro football deals for Dick Butkus and Jim Grabowski, is retained by University of Michigan star Cazzie Russell to advise on whether to sign with the New York Knicks.
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Kansas Coach Not Surprised Over Record 880-Yard Time
Jim Ryan of Kansas University set a world 880 yard record at 1 44.9 at the U S Track and Field Federation National Championships day one. Coach Bob Timmons said he expected strong runs and predicted more 880s this year. Georgia Johnson led women with three wins and multiple meet records at the Twilight meet. Brigham Young led the Jayhawk Track Club for the men’s team title after day one with New Mexico third and Southern Illinois fourth. Iowa Track Club led in the women’s standings with 79 points.
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Ryun Sets World Half Mile Mark at National Meet
Sensational 19-year-old Jim Ryun of Kansas University shattered Peter Snell’s world half mile mark with 1:44.9 at the US Federation meet. The AAU threat to bar athletes from its national meet looms as Ryun eyes the mile and a possible US team berth against the Russians.
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Wright Leads Bluegrass Invitational After First Round
Mickey Wright shot a one under 71 at Hunting Creek Country Club to take a two stroke lead in the Bluegrass Invitational. Ruth Jensen and Clifford Ann Creed tied for second at 73, with Carol Mann at 74 and Marlene Hagge 75. Defending champion Kathy Whitworth carded 76.
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Ryun claims world record amid praise and media scrutiny
At Indiana State U Ryun pushed through three quarters to set a world record and expressed elation and modesty. Coach Timmons defended against press overexposure while praising the half mile and cautioning focus on the mile. Bert Yancey snags $20,000 with a 72-hole 265 after buying a $1 putter in a Miami shop.
Yancey wins Buick Open with bargain putter prize
The former West Point cadet, 6 foot 1, 190 pounds, shot 78 in the Buick Open and bought a one dollar putter as a prize. He credits wife Linda for a key putting lesson that improved his game, giving him a boost after three years on tour.
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McCarver Sparks Cardinals Past Phillies In Narrow Win
Tim McCarver rebounded from a low average to four straight hits including the decisive run as St. Louis beat Philadelphia 5 to 4. He scored in the sixth on Bob Tolan s sacrifice fly and drove in a run with a seventh inning single. Curt Simmons earned his first win with bullpen help after giving up a two run homer to Richie Allen in the first. Gibson and Bunning were slated to duel next.
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Vis Queen team to play Evansville visitors
The Vis Queen softball squad travels to Evansville to face L. Berman Inc. in a clash following last year’s Terre Haute regional title. Pitchers Noble Rector and Fred Burk will start, with Arch Blair catching as they depart Steeg Park at 4 30 p m.
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