Ukiah Softball League Gets Off to Fast Start
The Ukiah softball season opened with two strong games as Hollow Tree beat Masonite 9 0 and Max Fouts Insurance defeated Straw’s Pizza 5 2 in seven innings. Masonite’s Vern Baker walked five to start, Ken Johnson struck out 10 for Hollow Tree, and Bill McCain led Fouts Insurance with a decisive late triple.
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Herb Ready to Run Tonite in Compton
In Compton California Herb Elliott, America's fastest miler, will race the mile tonight as doctors cleared his knee for competition. John Thomas duels with Charley Dumas in the high jump while Jim Beatty skips the mile to focus on the 5,000 meters. Thomas seeks both indoor and outdoor high jump records, with Dumas aiming to clear 7 feet outdoors for the first time this year.
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Ukiah Sporting Goods Shuts Out Lake County Stars, Wins 4-3
Lake County Colt Parduuci and Holmes combined to beat the Lake County Colt League All Stars 4-3 last night after a prior 21-0 opening win. Masonite defeated Hollow Tree 47-6 at Anton Stadium in the first game.
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Swede May Take Bit Longer to Win June 20
Edwin Ahlquist advisor to Ingemar Johansson says the return bout with Floyd Patterson at the Polo Grounds on June 20 may last longer. He expects Johansson to win if in good shape and notes European excitement over the fight and Joe Louis as Patterson's advisor could help Patterson.
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Europe
Floyd Patterson Keeps Right Hidden in Training
Newtown Conn Floyd Patterson continued to keep his right hand in reserve during workouts sparring four rounds with three partners. The ex heavyweight champion focused on left jabs and hooks in preparation for a June 20 title match with Ingemar Johansson. Patterson teamed with Oliver Wilson for two rounds and with Julio Mederos and Raymond Patterson for one round each.
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Yanks Look Sicker Than Casey as Orioles Sweep
Orioles thump Yankees 6 5 to complete a three game sweep at Baltimore. Gene Woodling homered in the eighth to knot the score and drive Stengel’s club deeper into a slide. Orioles extend 24 game lead over Indians as Yankees drop to 3 4 under acting manager Houk.
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Speed Against Power Tonight in TV Bout
New York boxer Griffith faces Argentine slugger Fernandez in a non title bout at St Nicholas Arena slated for national NBC telecast. Griffith, 8-5 favorite, seeks win to push toward a Benny Kid Paret title shot. Fernandez has 68 wins and 50 knockouts in 72 starts.
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Connie Mack Tilt Moved Up Sunday At Healdsburg
Headsburg reports the Connie Mack League opener between Ukiah and Healdsburg will be played Sunday at 1 a.m. at Healdsburg park due to religious services. Coach Bob Guidi plans to field at least nine players. Ukiah features Dave Brown Carl Johnson Doug Modrell Pat Finegan Charlie Tollini Carl Stromberg and others. Returns of Jack Franks and potential games for Eddie Turner and Gary Borgna could boost Ukiah’s playoff chances.
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Eddie Turner
Gary Borgna
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Robinson to Defend Title for One State
Boston based report says Sugar Ray Robinson will defend his middleweight title against Paul Pender at Boston Garden in a 15 round rematch. If Robinson wins, the Massachusetts Boxing Commission will recognize the state only. NBA recognizes Gene Fullmer as world champion after vacating Robinson in 1959.
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Utah
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Campaign request for personal support from office holder
A public figure writes that office duties prevent personal meetings with constituents and asks for their support. The note thanks recipients and requests backing during the campaign while emphasizing ongoing commitment.
South Ukiah Auxiliary Mothers' Meeting Officers Election
An election of officers will feature the South Ukiah Little League Auxiliary Mothers' meeting at Oak Manor school Monday at 8 o'clock, if was announced today.
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South Ukiah Little League Auxiliary Mothers
Oak Manor School
Merchants and Fort Bragg to clash in county baseball tuneup
Ukiah Merchants and Fort Bragg Loggers prepare for a warmup game at Unfon Stadium with youth and power on display. Ukiah fields a young but seasoned lineup under manager Harry Bartolomei while Fort Bragg relies on flame throwing aspirant Bullet Bob Bartalini and a strong supporting rotation. Both teams aim to sharpen for Sunday’s 2 p.m. return game as the county league shapes up with Willits Branscomb and Covelo.
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Gary Borgna
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Ralph Maize
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Willits
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Covelo
Masonite Reverses Field for South Ukiah League Win
Masonite toppled Brownie's Market 11-2 in South Ukiah Little League after an 32-9 opener. Robert Wattenburger homered, doubled, and singled after his first at bat. Hakala pitched a five hit game for Masonite. In other South Ukiah League action, Service Clubs beat Auto Dealers 13-9.
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Robert Wattenburger
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