08 Jul 1959
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Newspaper
Ukiah Daily Journal
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1959
Page
1
A tight game saw Don Elston close out the ninth for Haney as the Giants held on. San Francisco southpaw starter earned the win while the American Leaguered hitters bothered him briefly. Fox and Kuenn also had near-homer blasts before Ruwan grounded out to end it.
A vivid description recalls a 4 4 tie when Whitey Ford faced Willie Mays on the mound, Aaron on base, and a towering triple that won the game. Ford praises Mays while Aaron jitters on first and fans recall the 1951 miracle Giants and outfield catches.
Five skaters from Northern California join the professional ranks Tuesday. Among them are National Gold Dance champions and runner ups, with names including Zoe Follies and Eddie Cabling. Canadian champions Meldrum twins also feature in the scene as the pro ranks begin.
Martin Lauer of West Germany breaks the 110 meter high hurdles world mark with 13.2 seconds at a Swiss meet aided by a near record-allowing tailwind. Officials confirm wind within legal limit and submit result for recognition. Lauer also notes prime conditions and strong competition aided his performance.
Yokayo Bowl holds a two game lead after 28 decisions in the Hit and Mrs. Wednesday night late mixed league. Question Marks Summer Timers Spotters Four Spares Four SSSL and Gay Timers follow among 14 teams. Evie Ringstrom dominates women’s scores with 566 high series and 223 high game. men’s leaders include Shorty Harris and Jack Smalley with top averages and scores.
Sporting Goods beat Casteels 11-0 in a Pony Grad game despite Casteels not fielding enough players. Doug Modrell pitched a two run two hit game with 13 strikeouts in five innings, backed by Tollini and Mauer who supplied power and key hits. Casteel later won 5-3 over Masonite as Finnegan and Borgna produced the offense.
South Little League Service Clubs top sellers Benjie Foster with 106 tickets and Tom Emerald 79 for North Little League lead teams to the Giants Pirates game on August 1 in San Francisco. Other top sellers include Richard Branson 51 and David Farney 43, with multiple squads earning trips to the game.
In Los Angeles Alphonse Halimi defends his bantamweight title against challenger Jose Becerra in a 15 round bout at the new Sports Arena. Halimi, 27, French Algerian, seeks a decision or knockout after wearing down opponents. Becerra, 23, Mexican puncher, relies on early power and strong final rounds. The fight headlines a national telecast not shown in southern California due to blackout.
Zora Folley, ranked heavyweight, overwhelmed Chief Alvin Williams of Oklahoma to win by knockout in the fourth round of their 10 round bout in Fresno. Folley, now 46 wins 2 losses and 2 draws, impressed with early power and a persistent plan despite Williams switching stance. Folley called for a shot at the Pasirano Miteff victor following the win.
In the Transpacific race from Los Angeles to Honolulu the 0-foot Kicloa leads the handicap ratings on day five as Goodwill remains the overall fleet leader. Constellation, Escapade, Kamaki and Criterion follow in the adjusted standings amid rough seas and rain with speeds around 12 to 16 mph.
The Chicago Bears announced the signing of defensive halfbacks Charlie Sumner and Vic Zucco as part of their roster moves. Sumner and Zucco join the defense to bolster the secondary ahead of the season.
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