24 Jun 1965
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Newspaper
Ukiah Daily Journal
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1965
Page
1
The article notes Willie Mays's continued surge in 1965, aiming to climb past Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig on the all time home run list. It details his 22nd homer, team milestones for the Giants, and updates on Mantle Mathews Banks and other NL and AL results from a midseason slate.
Willie Mays hit his 475th career homer to tie Stan Musial for second on the National League all-time list, as his Giants beat the Pirates 6-1. Mays noted tougher pitching today and reflected on reaching 511 by Mell Ott, while Babe Ruth leads all with 714. He said it is an honor to be tied with Musial and wondered if he can reach 511.
SACRAMENTO UPI The 1965 California legislature was called dull yet not inert, approving only nine of forty six proposed park and recreation projects after hesitancy and rejecting restrictive firearms controls. It stalled a plan to renew Fish and Game regulatory powers every four years, and debated anchovy fishing limits south of Point Sur. Lawmakers criticized the Resources Agency for not studying all suggested parks, and anticipated possible approval next year.
Milton Richman profiles Jack Dempsey on his 70th birthday, noting his claim he remains in training with 20 minutes of calisthenics each morning and 3 to 4 miles of walking daily. He criticizes modern boxing as badly managed and advocates comprehensive national legislation. Dempsey recalls his 1927 bout with Tunney, calls Willard the toughest opponent, and stresses a wish to stay healthy, happy, and active.
Pullman Washington city council votes to repeal a law that made it illegal for something, ending the local ordinance under discussion. The move comes as officials reconsider regulations impacting residents and businesses in the community.
Crawford Lijiber’s Pale Sport and Hobby won 7-4 at Anton Stadium as Dennis Cooper and Bob Gianroni each doubled twice. Don Ray drove in two Rotary runs in a 7-5 nightcap loss where Bucky Ganiner’s two singles fueled the win. Art Tilleston allowed the Jets 10 hits but costly errors sank them. Mark Evans tied the game with a run in the sixth before Rotary surged in the seventh.
Denver figures a $140 pound bargain for Carlton Gilchrist, the 250-pound fullback nicknamed Cookie, as he signs a two year contract reportedly around $35,000. The Bills trade brought him to Denver after a prior AFL rushing title era with Buffalo. Gilchrist sought a three year deal but agreed to the two year package in the offseason exchange.
Nearly 100 players from Ukiah Hopland Fort Bragg Lake County attended the Northern California All-Star tryouts at Doyle Park under Examiner supervision. Williams dazzled with three sharp innings and likely earned future All-Star consideration while Sprinz guided young pitchers and several locals posted hits.
Chi Cheng won the 100 meter hurdles in 13.2 seconds at a western U S women's meet, tying Pat Kilborn's world mark. Officials said with only one official timer present the effort cannot be officially recognized. Cheng, a Republic of China entrant and Harvey Mudd student, trained with Pacific AAU organizers in Oakland.
Britannica records 258 bakeries in ancient Rome as early as 100 B.C. This fact appears in the encyclopedia, highlighting the city’s early urban economy and food trade.
The Dolphin swim meet is scheduled for Saturday at Hamilton Air Force Base starting at 9 30 a m This substitute meet replaces Arden Swim Club which canceled due to transportation problems It is the Dolphins second meet of the season.
In Melun France Michel Jazy thanked Ron Clarke for pacing him to a world two mile record of 8 22.6. Jazy also lowered his own 3000 meter mark to 7 49.0 and had previously broken the mile record at 3 53.6. The pair now hold records from one to ten miles.
The squad closes nonleague action with a final tuneup at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Ukiah Municipal Pool before beginning league play against Pittsburg, marking their last unofficial meet ahead of the season.
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