Rodriguez Overpowers Akins in TV Welterweight Bout
Luis Rodriguez of Havana dominated Virgil Akins of St Louis in a 10 round national telecast in Louisville. Rodriguez used sharp combinations to wear down Akins after a fast start by the ex-champion, earning a unanimous decision 44-42 on two cards and 43-49 on the third. The crowd numbered about 1,000 as Akins failed to regain control after rounds two and three.
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Rafer Johnson Favored in US Decathlon Tryouts
In Eugene Oregon Rafer Johnson Olympic decathlon champion remains the favorite for the weekend trials despite back trouble from a car crash. Johnson plans to compete in the 10 events Friday and Saturday with Dave Folstrom also entered as a top U S contender.
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Balding shoots 64 to lead Canadian Open in Toronto
Balding fired a course record 64 at St George's in Toronto to open the Canadian Open with a two stroke lead. The Toronto-based star led after the first round as Don Fairfield Gene Littler and Doug Ford trailed, while a pack of pros and amateurs tore up the course under par.
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Flower claims in Los Angeles as NFL AFL battle lingers
Mississippi's Guard Flowers, amid a court clash between the NFL and AFL, checks into the Chargers training camp in Los Angeles. The Chargers won a federal court ruling over Walter Jeffords' bid to join in the backfield. In baseball results, several NL and AL games were noted with standings and upcoming pitchers listed for today’s matchups.
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No-Hit No-Run Game Highlights Craib Keesler
Craib and Bob Keesler combined for a no hit no run pitching effort as Hammons drove in Forse with 91. Lynch edged Alexandria 64 in Commercial League action at Shady Side. Frisch's 33 led Camera Shop with Frisch and C Humes sharing scoring duties.
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Irvin Paul Dominates Feature Race At Anderson Fair Grounds
Irvin Paul defeats Mountain Prince twice in the feature at Anderson Fair Grounds with two fast miles 2:07 2/5 and 2:09. Trim M wins second division heats over Patty Bell with a 2:12 mile. Grand Belwin takes 28 Class Trot first heat then fifth in heat two to prevail overall while Mountain Comet secures a second heat win to claim the 28 Class trot.
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Cubs Hold Track Meet on AC Campus
Cubs Pack 3004 held their second annual track meet on the AC campus with Mark Phelps and Mike Parks leading events. Officials included Bob Freeman and cubmasters Charles Herrington and Don Mathers, with several assistants. Separate reports note a Montreal boxing bout announcing Roy Harris vs Bob Cleroux slated for July 27 at Delorimier Stadium.
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Kuenn Seeks Second Straight AL Batting Title
Cleveland outfielder Harv Kuenn, slowly regaining form, declares aim for a second consecutive American League batting crown. The 1303 average from last year has slipped to 264 after a slow start, but he has surged to a 430 pace over 19 games to help the Indians chase the Yankees.
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Tremont Stakes Won by Hail To Reason In South Meridian A Win
South Meridian A exploded for five runs in the sixth and seven in the seventh to beat Arrow Heights 7-5 and seize undisputed first in Sunday School Auction. H Ausbin held hit totals and a seventh inning triple by Chastain sparked the Heights rally. Layton of North Anderson shut down Park Place 7-1 with a three hit game, while Christ Lutheran edged Mounds Baptist 9-8. Linescores show Hail to Reason strong in the Tremont context and a Major League note on Hail to Reason’s stretch run and Kuenn trade implications.
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Indiana Amateur Golf Championship Entries Near 300 Mark
Indianapolis AP Entries for 285 players have been filed for the Indiana Amateur golf championship with the Indiana Golf Association secretary John David expecting about 70 more. Qualifying rounds run Monday and Tuesday at Broadmoor and Meridian Hills with match play starting Wednesday at Meridian Hills. Art Gee of Highland, the defending champion, is an automatic qualifier but will play Monday and Tuesday for the medal. Dale Morea, last year’s medalist, ...
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