Ohio U. Faces Miami After Bobcats Suffer Injuries
Ohio University basketball travels to meet MAC leader Miami after key injuries deplete the Bobcats. John Tudor eyes a possibly out for the Miami game with a right eye injury, joining Parkerburg's Bob Peters who is out with a knee issue.
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Ohio college hoops tightens race as Denison seizes lead
Denison’s 1 point overtime win over Capital and earlier upsets propelled the Big Red to 5-1 in the Ohio conference, with Muskingum and Mount Union at 4-1. Defiance sits 8-0 in the Mid-Ohio, while Miami and Western Michigan clash for remaining momentum as Buckeyes face Minnesota and Michigan State in a 49-game slate. John Carroll tops the Presidents circuit at 3-0 after beating Wayne 82-80 in overtime.
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Herbert Captures Tourney At Bing Crosby Open
Jay Hebert, 33 year old former Marine officer, won Bing Crosby's $15,000 tourney at Pebble Beach by two strokes with a 54 hole total of 213. He earned $2,500 for the victory and $875 for second in the pro-am, while Cary Middlecoff finished second at 215 and split $1,500 plus $1,500 for the pro-am team win.
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Charlie Metro to Manage Vancouver in 1957 PCL
Former Philadelphia Athletics outfielder Charlie Metro will manage the Vancouver club in the Pacific Coast League for the 1957 season.
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Wright Wins Sea Island Open in 1957 PGA Tour Debut
Mickey Wright, a 21 year old from San Diego, captured the Sea Island Women's Invitational Open in Georgia. She earned 880 dollars from a 5000 dollar purse with a 54 hole total of 220 after a back nine 33 to seal a three stroke victory over Louise Suggs of Sea Island.
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Ken Rosewall Turns Pro Debut in Melbourne Match
Ken Rosewall, key to Australia’s Davis Cup retention, debuts as a professional tonight in Melbourne. Pancho Gonzales of Los Angeles backs the opposition as promoter Jack Kramer signs Rosewall after his US Amateur title. Gonzales earned his tour spot by beating Tony Trabert last year.
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New Sugar Hart Expected To Face Gene Johns In TV Bout
Sugar Hart, a 21 year old welterweight prospect from Philadelphia, meets Gene Johns of New York in a 10 round bout at St. Nicholas Arena. Robinson supports Hart but aims for his defeat tonight on Dumont TV at 10 30 p m EST.
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NBA Scores Sunday and Saturday Results Highlighted
Sunday results show New York 101 over Philadelphia 90 and Syracuse 91 over Rochester 85. Fort Wayne defeated St. Louis 91 to 89 while Minneapolis beat Boston 104 to 87. Saturday scores include Philadelphia 116 over New York 82, Minneapolis 105 over Fort Wayne 87, and St. Louis 100 over Boston 98.
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Problems Plague Wildlife Managements Conservation Efforts
A look into indoor wildlife management conflicts as ecologists and agronomists clash over conservation aims. The piece notes public misunderstanding, the shift to viewing fish and game as crops, and the need for better communication between professionals and the public. Next: troubles administrators caused themselves.
Dow Takes Second In Panama Open Victory By Ford
Veteran Doug Ford of Mahopac New York won the Panama Open with a 72 hole total of 277 after a clutch finish on the last hole. Don Finsterwald finished two strokes back at 279 with Antonio Cerda third at 280 and George Bayer and Roberto De Vicenzo tied for fourth at 281.
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Rio Grande Dominates Kentucky Christian 93 65
Rio Grande College overwhelmed Kentucky Christian 93 65 as 59 fouls were called. Tom Green led Rockets with 30 points on 16 of 25 free throws and seven field goals, while Dick Myers scored 28 for Rio Grande. Kentucky Christian fell to 3 7 on the season, trailing 52 25 at halftime.
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Decathlon and Nances Lad Set For Inaugural Handicap
The American sprint champion Decathlon and challenger Nance's Lad were assigned 135 pounds each for Thursday's $20,000 Inaugural Handicap at Hialeah. Decathlon, owned by Robert J. Dienst of Columbus, carried 133 pounds in his latest start at Tropical Park and posted a quick six furlongs time of 1 09 2 5, tying the track record for the second straight time.
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Olympic Mile Champion Delany Misses Boston Meet Under Doctor’s Orders
Olympic champion Ken Delany will not compete at the 31st Knights of Columbus track meet in Boston Garden. He is 12 pounds underweight and under doctor’s care, with reports saying he’ll be held out through month’s end. Seven lesser-known runners prepare for a spirited mile race in his absence.
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Marshall holds off Toledo for 76 74 MAC win
Marshall College, the defending MAC champions, edged Toledo 76-74 as Debe Price's late field goal broke a 72-72 tie with 1:54 left. Hal Greer led Marshall with 21 points while Murray Guttman had 20 for Toledo, 18 in the second half.
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Shoemaker Chooses Holandes II for Santa Anita Big Race
Willie Shoemaker settled on the Argentine bred Holandes II to ride in the Santa Anita Handicap after the colt won the San Fernando Stakes at Santa Anita Park. Shoemaker called Holandes II the horse for him in the $100,000 added feature.
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Elbow Injury Forces Retired Woman Tennis Champion
Shirley Fry, holder of the U S and Wimbledon women's championships, will not defend her titles. She sent a letter to a St. Petersburg Times reporter. Fry, from Akron Ohio, came to St Petersburg in 1955 to recover from tennis elbow and worked for the Times as a copy girl.
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Fight Results Across Cities Highlight Boxing Cards
Fight results show Arthur Persley defeating Willie Stevenson in Boston by points after 8 rounds. Aime Morin won by default over Jim Sullivan in Lewiston. Tommy Tibbs defeated Lauro Salas on points in Hollywood after 10 rounds.
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College and High School Basketball Scores Across Regions
A roundup of recent men’s and women’s games across Ohio and national teams. Notable results include Mount Union defeating Ohio Wesleyan 89 73, Denison 88 87 in overtime, Marietta 80 77, and Xavier 59 over Dayton 61. Strong showings from Cleveland schools and several top college matchups are listed.
Point Pleasant Tops Logan 74 to 61 in Dubious Slam Fest
Point Pleasant Big Blacks defeated Logan Wildcats 74 61 led by Bill Smith with 35 points and 13 rebounds. Pete Young added 13 and Dick Herrig 12 as Point Pleasant won for the eighth straight time, with Hoschar and Meade dominating rebounds. Next up they face Charleston Reds Tuesday night in Point Pleasant.
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Ohio State Dominates in Multi-Sport Events
Results show Kenyon 56 over Fenn 30 in swimming. Ohio State 70 over Pitt 20. Ohio State 60 over Indianapolis AC. Kent State 39 over Oberlin 45. Ohio Wesleyan 41. Michigan State 77 over Bowling Green 19. Wrestling saw Kent 21 over Case Tech 12. Wisconsin 46 over Ohio State 44. Ohio Univ. 37 over Denison 15. Fencing had Case Tech 16 over Wayne State 11 and Case Tech 16 over Detroit 11.
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Antonelli Hurls 258 Innings in 1956 Season
Johnny Antonelli of the New York Giants pitched 258 innings in 1956, one fewer than his 1954 total, highlighting his durability for the club during that era.
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West tops East 19-10 in Pro Bowl with four Bert Rechichar field goals
In Los Angeles the West built a 4-3 edge over the East as Bert Rechichar nailed field goals from 52 44 44 and 41 yards totaling 12 points. Sam Baker added a 52 yarder for the East. Tobin Rote and Billy Howton connected on a 79 yard pass play.
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Local Bowling Results and Top Team Bowlers
Kroger 0 New Marshfield VFW Bartlett Southertons 2 Duncans 1 Duplers 2 Harris Furniture 1. Top team bowlers include C Widdoes 144 150 151 445 and R Williams 149 135 135 419. Individual scores feature M Efaw 155 137 177 469 and D Duncan 172 173 173 518, with G Byard 169 133 127 429 and others.
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Montreal Beats Boston 3 1 in Hockey Card Action
Montreal defeated Boston 3 to 1 in a junior hockey style card, with Chicago and Detroit also posting results against New York and Toronto in a lively sports summary.
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