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Newspaper
Ukiah Daily Journal
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1964
Page
2
Dick Farrell, Houston right-hander, snapped the Dodgers four game win streak with a 7-3 victory. He improves to 3-0 in his latest string against the Dodgers, who blame him for past pennant misses. Phillies top Reds 3-1 as rain cancels other NL games.
Amateur drivers and regional stars start time trials at the Laguna Seca 1.9 mile course as the U.S. road racing championships begin. Top entrants include Jim Hall, Skip Hudson, Roger Penske, and Dave MacDonald aiming for the first prize money as Hall leads with 15 points, tied with Wintersteen for second and Hudson and MacDonald in a five way tie for third.
Sacramento reporters note California trout season opens Saturday amid unsettled cool weather with rain possible north of Sacramento and snow above 6000 feet. Despite uncertain forecasts, many anglers plan to fish anyway, risking record turnout if conditions hold.
Local 3-A Market tops Bakersfield page as leaders in the California Men's State Tournament with Charlie Tallini 580 and Howard Tanner 557 highlighting the scoring. Ukiah bowlers post 682 in singles by Lou Grams, 1281 in doubles by Bill Sechwarm and Shorty Harris, plus Wes Grescott 651 in one scratch series. Duane Foord named Bowler of Week at 695, Edna Humphrey Bowler of the Month at 731. Yokayo remains best in sectional rolloff, with Stockton Semi finals looming. Junior State Tournament set for Stockton May 9, and Ukiah youth teams expected to perform well with league funds supporting entry fees and meals from revue funds. Curly Owens leads Dog Watching to locate a stray pup, seeking clues from town residents. Senior Bowling classes begin at Yokayo Bowl with Blanche McDonald and Bea Whattername practicing, hotel corridor bowl attempts discussed. A new female promoter from Arcata may join Yokayo Bowl to grow leagues and boost Junior and Senior programs.
Riders from miles around gathered for the Garbocci Rafter L-G Horse Show and Gymkhana before the first rodeo of the year. Event winners included Mari lyn Reagan in Keyhole Race and Arlene Edwards in Weaving Polo Stakes, with Barbara Bradley and Vicki Gardacci among top finishers in several divisions.
Florida article notes Ted Kroll a tournament golfer and ex army sergeant who was wounded three times at Anzio and once in France during World War I. The brief profile highlights his battlefield injuries and wartime service.
Ukiah’s Bill Hook refines discus technique under Humboldt coach Bob Doring to reach peak for a busy spring with meets at Humboldt against Nevada and the Far West Conference at Davis plus post season action. He has a best of 159-10 in the discus and has thrown over 170 feet in practice as form, power, and hip drive click.
Los Angeles Dodgers host the San Francisco Giants in a three game series at Dodger Stadium expected to attract about 150,000 fans. Don Drysdale faces Jack Sanford as the starters for tonight’s game with Bob Hendley and Juan Marichal lined up for the following games.
On three free sessions Betty McAllister teaches scorekeeping for Little League at Frank Zeek Library in Ukiah. Sessions run Monday May 4 Thursday May 7 and Monday May 11 at 7:30 p.m. Beginners focus on basics while later sessions cover official scorebook keeping and advanced tips for recording a player at bat on deck or on the mound.
Defending champion Penn State Houston and Valparaiso join host Detroit in the Motor City basketball tournament at the University of Detroit December 28 and 29. Detroit has won six of the previous 12 tourneys. Last year the Titans lost to Penn State in the finals.
Kentuc ky Derby trainers Bill Finnegan Horatio Luro and Elliott Burch plus Mesh Tenney discuss what lies ahead as top four of twelve entered contend in Saturdays classic.
Ukiah high school golfers dominated Montgomery of Santa Rosa 14 to 1 on the Flamingo course in bitter cold yesterday, remaining undefeated in NBL dual meets. Harlan Weatherford led with a 74 medalist score on the par 70 layout as Ukiah trails Vallejo in league standings with three dual meets left and key matches upcoming versus Hogan, Vallejo, and Napa.
Local golfers rush to enter the Fifth Ukiah Amateur Team Invitational at Municipal Golf Course on May 23 and 24. About two dozen spots remain as the 100-player limit nears, with 35 entrants already from Bay Area Sacramento Valley and Redwood Empire clubs. Local golfers urged to sign up at the Pro Shop promptly.
Southern California clings to a slim CIBA lead as UCLA visits for a decisive series. USC stands 12-2 with Santa Clara 13-4 a half game back, while UCLA sits 10-6 in league play. Santa Clara hosts USF in a non league game tonight. California and Stanford meet in a traditional weekend pair.
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