10 Oct 1956
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Newspaper
Ukiah Daily Journal
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1956
Page
1
Clarence Hyde shot a goose then stored it in his car trunk to show coworkers his marksmanship. The bird later revived, honking and flying away, surprising those present in Oshkosh Wisconsin.
Three men are held on burglary charges after breaking into a vacant Detroit house and stealing items including three washbasins three toilets pipes radiators two bathtubs three red cine chests ten venetian blinds a water heater a boiler three kitchen cabinets and three sinks. The article notes a vast number of people attend movie theaters worldwide each year.
Detroit reports Howard Cassady from Ohio State, a 22 year old halfback, quickly quiets critics with two strong games and high yardage. Coach Buddy Parker notes his consistency as the Lions seek him to fill the Walker legacy and spark the offense.
A garbled report recounts Ukiah figures Tom Tadhy and Jine Helland aiming for a World Series. It mentions Tully, a local coach, and various game actions as the trio pursues a legendary baseball era in Brooklyn with plans and trials in a tense, faded prose style.
Rainy conditions threaten Friday football at Anton Stadium as Ukiah's Purple and Gold Wildcats prepare to face Red Bluff's Green Spartans. Ukiah relies on speed from backs led by Larry Whetstone and Musick’s passing, while Red Bluff aims for a strong defense and a powerful line to blunt the Wildcats. Interceptions could turn the tide as both teams battle for momentum in a rugged schedule.
Pro golf stars gathered at the Presidio Golf Club in San Francisco for the Western Open kickoff. Veteran Dutch Harrison notes the 6,495 yard layout will test all, predicting a score near 68 per round. Ed Furgol says local knowledge and uphill breaks will decide the winner, while Dewey Longworth, 33-year gap on tour, savors rare still-competitive status.
Dodgers and Yankees enter game seven tied at 3 3 with Podres absent serving in the Navy. Dodgers’ Clem Labine calls Tuesday’s win the biggest belt of his career while players compare pitchers Turley Antonelli and Robinson cites. Jackie Robinson notes pitches faster than others but Podres’ absence looms.
Middleweight Spider Webb 25, army veteran, seeks 15th straight win as he meets 25 year old Charlie Cotton 41 of 53 pro fights from Toledo. Webb favors speed and plans to weigh about 158 pounds for the prize bout televised from Chicago Stadium after a decision over Rory Celhoun.
Eleven Bayside Women from Arcata and Eureka joined Ukiah golfers for a 32-player event with 27 eighteen hole and five nine hole players. Freda Peters led Bayside with low gross 86 while low nets went to June Emmerson Laura Gardner and Ben Cunningham. Ukiah’s Mona Fahrney had low cross 89 and Marguerite Schwarm low net 70.
Coaches across the West juggle lineups ahead of Saturday games. Credell Green moves to UW first team backfield while Oregon and Stanford prepare for San Jose State and Cal as Pac teams test offensive balance. Alaska to Puerto Rico programs mark a broader educational TV network.
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