Palmer Wins Masters Playoff at Ukiah City Bowling
The Ukiah Men's City Bowling Association crowned champions after a week of competition with 185 bowlers from 35 teams. The Poor Richard's team won first prize of 105 dollars per share plus trophies, followed by Ukiah Valley Creamery, Ukiah Food Products, and Crawford Lumber No 3 in the top four. Doubles and singles winners earned significant prize money, with Larry Hallman of Masonite winning the singles top prize. Will Minkler led all-events with 1940 pins, while Pete Onori and Lew Crandall face a winners’ bowl-off for the high scratch game trophy.
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Derrell Smart
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J. Gandee
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Rich Matthews
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Dino Canelini
Larry Hallman
Masonite
Norm Hughey
Will Minkler
M. Aultman
Joe Frassinello, Jr
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Palmer Seeks Grand Slam After Masters Victory
Masters champion Arnold Palmer aims for a grand slam tonight after winning the Masters in Augusta. He outdueled Gary Player and Don Finsterwald to claim $20,000 and vault into the lead money position, signaling intent to defend the British Open and pursue the U S Open and PGA Championship. Palmer’s playoff turnaround began on the 10th hole as he birdied five of the final nine holes to seize control.
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Arnold Saas
Gary
Don Finsteinwald
Cherry Hills
Mike Souchak
Arnie
Grim Plowman
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Latrobe
Some Stick Some Back In Minors
Three veteran players Joe Nuxhall Danny McDevitt and Chuck Tanner moved to new major league openings but returned to minors like Von McDaniel Johnny James and Joe Christopher in last minute roster changes. Nuxhall born 1930 broke in 1944 with the Reds and joined Angels from Rochester. McDevitt from Vancouver to Kansas City, Tanner from Dallas-Fort Worth to Angels. Burgess also promoted from Dallas-Fort Worth with McDaniel sent down to Oklahoma City after a stint with Houston Colt .45s.
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Injured Boxer Hunsaker Off Critical List in West Virginia
Tunney Hunsaker 32 was removed from the critical list at Bluefield Sanitarium after a brain injury in a 10 round bout with Joe Sheldon. He remained semiconscious with eyes open and responsive to commands but not speaking as doctors noted the condition was serious though not critical. He had been knocked down four times and two brain-relief surgeries were performed.
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Pipers Win ABL Title In Comeback Championship
The Cleveland Pipers defeated Kansas City 106 to 102 to take the American Basketball League title in a deciding fifth game. Dick Barnett scored 26 points while Kansas City's Bill Bridges added 31 as both teams relied on late free throws.
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Palmer Wins Masters On Climactic Birdie Run
Arnold Palmer captured his third Masters title aided by a late surge sparked by a key birdie on the 10th hole. Palmer, eyeing the coveted big slam, rode momentum after a birdie stretch to overtake Gary Player and finish strong, signaling a potential yearlong pursuit of the Masters US Open PGA and British Open.
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Pro Winston Howe Jr and Frank Weatherford Enter Sacramento Pro Am
Local golf news centers on Pro Winston Howe Jr and Frank Weatherford entering the Northern California and Pro Amateur in Sacramento for a 36 hole Pro Am and 54 hole open event. Byron Nelson and other touring pros are listed among entrants as Ukiah hosts a home match against Rhonerville and the Redwood Empire.
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Opening Day Spotlight on Righthanders and Early Wins
Three journeymen righthanders Kennedy Ma haffey and Daniels starred in opening day action. The Senators defeated the Tigers 4 1 as Phils beat the Reds 12 4 with Dalrymple and Demeter homering in Cincinnati. President Kennedy watched and ducked a near beaning as a 44 383 crowd packed Washington.
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