1962 U.S. Open - Arnold Palmer in the Lead at the Halfway Mark

Palmer is playing in front of huge crowds in "his own backyard" at Oakmont. Nicklaus is 3 shots back.

OAKMONT, PA, June 16, 1962 -

The Sports Time Traveler is outside of Pittsburgh 60 years ago following the U.S. Open in the Pennsylvania newspapers. Arnold Palmer is tied for the lead after 36 holes with Bob Rosburg at 3 under par. Palmer’s playing partner the first two days has been rookie Jack Nicklaus. Jack is 3 back at even par. The final 36 holes…