Patterson Dissatisfied With Showing In 12th Round Win
Floyd Patterson defeated Roy Harris by a 12th round knockout in Los Angeles. He was knocked down in the second round but recovered to dominate, claiming his third defense of the world heavyweight title. Patterson, noting a yearlong layoff, said he was not satisfied with his performance and may fight more often to sharpen his form. Harris, from Cut and Shoot Texas, showed heart but faded as Gore stopped the bout after the 12th round.
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Patterson Edges Bristling Challenger At Wrigley Field
About 20,000 fans attended the open air bout at Wrigley Field with another 200,000 watching on closed circuit. Patterson earned a $100,000 guarantee while his challenger Harris impressed, nearly upsetting the champion in a tough title defense.
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Amateurs Lead Ohio Open After 18 Holes In Dayton
In Madden Park, 159 golfers compete with amateurs posting the two lowest scores a 69. Dayton’s Jack Zimmerman and Cleveland’s Bob Shave Jr. each shot 69 with five and three birdies respectively. Jackie Nicklaus carded 75 while leaders Woldenpuhl and Keiser sit at 70. Another 18 holes today will trim to the low 60 and ties.
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Little Fellows Get Chance In Grand American Shoot
In Vandalia Ohio the 59th Grand American Trapshoot offers five class divisions over 200 targets at 16 yards. More than 800 competitors entry. Notable winners include Bill Nelson of Scotts Bluff Neb and Mrs. Jarvis and Mrs. Prost from Phillipsburg Kan in champions races. Final 36 holes Wednesday will decide the top honors and headlining titles.
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Redlegs May Name Manager By Next Thursday
Cincinnati's Redlegs may install a new manager by next Thursday. Powel Crosley Jr. arrives from an Alaska fishing trip to join General Manager Gabe Paul in choosing a successor to Birdie Tebbetts, who resigned after a faltering season amid boos at Crosley Field.
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Smith in contention for Reds manager job amid list of candidates
Mayo Smith, fired by Philadelphia, may have the inside track for the Reds job though Paul notes he is just one of many possibilities. Other prospects include Bragan Lopez Dressen Turner Houk Durocher, with Dykes possibly finishing the season as temporary manager.
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Wolfe Shoots Perfect Score In Skeet Meet
Byron Wolfe fired a perfect 50 for 50 in the Skyline Gun Club Skeet handicap at Skyline. He, with a 6 handicap, totaled 56 on 80 mph pigeons to join a select group of five club members to achieve the feat. next event is Aug 24 against Marietta Skeet and Trap in a no handicap shoot at Skyline.
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Plains Footballers To Get Uniforms Saturday
The Plains football squad will receive uniforms at 6 pm Saturday in the school building. New coach Dave Stricklin announced the issuance. First practice is set for 6 pm next Monday with daily sessions to follow.
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Sears Absent From Steelers Line for Packers Game
California Pa halfback Ed Sears will miss the Steelers second NFL exhibition against the Green Bay Packers in Milwaukee with a sprained ankle suffered in a 10 0 loss to the Cleveland Browns in Akron Ohio Saturday.
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Blue Devils Begin Practice Week at Gallia Academy
Gallia Academy High School Blue Devils start pre season drills under head coach Bob Lang at 8 30 a m Wednesday. With 41 uniforms issued, Lang aims for 46 total and outlines daily routine including two skull sessions and afternoon workouts. Assistants are Ady Stover Carl Ward and Charley Swanson.
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Dodger No 1 Draft Pick Turns Season in 1930
A daffiest Dodgers rookie broke in with Brooklyn in 1926 as a nine fielder out fielder. He later played for Cincinnati Chicago Pittsburgh and Detroit. He was a dangerous hitter with a top year of .393 in 1930.
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Purdue Looms As Possible Team To Take Big Ten
The Big Ten race looks open with seven contenders, led by Ohio State and Michigan State. Purdue stands out as a dark horse with 26 lettermen returning and a strong line plus QBs Bob Spoo and Ross Kehner, aiming for the Big Ten title, Rose Bowl, and possibly a national title.
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Junior League Bowling awards handed out at Rollerbowl
Thirty three trophies 22 gold key chains and 25 honorary games were distributed as the Junior League finished its season at the Rollerbowl. The Black Bulls led with 61 wins 23 losses, while the Sul tans were second. Notable honors went to John Buffington who led in averages 156 and a high single 214, and Sue Jones who led girls with 147 and a 405 three game series. An extra $100 prize was announced for a 300 sanctioned game with $75 for 299 and $50 for 298 in league play.
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Sam Jones First Cardinal to Reach 100 Ks in 1958
St. Louis pitcher Sam Jones became the first in the season to notch 100 strikeouts, after 127 innings with 108 punchouts for the Cardinals.
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Middleport High names 38 football prospects for season
Middleport High School issued equipment to 38 players for the upcoming football season. Coach John Thompson noted 14 lettermen among them and described several as promising. Freshmen total 10. first game is set with Rutland on September 12.
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Athens High Football Opens Practice Week
Athens High School announces first football practice with Coach Don Eskey. Sessions run 7 to 8 30 a.m. Wednesday to Friday at the high school stadium, with morning hours shifting to 9 to 11 a.m. next week while afternoon hours stay 3 to 5 p.m.
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Mansfield Golfer Leads Postal Golf Meet
Mansfield's Pete Thoma opened with a 69 at Forest Park as the National Postal Employees' Golf Tournament moved toward its final 18 holes. He held a three stroke edge over Washington's William Mays in Baltimore.
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