District Opens Jan 1 Pure Slated To Go In Jaycee
The Robert E. Lee basketball squad resumed full practice Monday as they prepare for the Houston Jaycee Tournament and a Jan. 1 district opener against Pasadena Eagles. Key players include tri-captain Larry Pitre returning from a broken finger and 6-7 postman Hand back after three games out. Pitre, averaging 17 points per game before his injury, should see limited action in Tuesday’s Jaycee clash, while Hand’s return adds a scoring boost as Lee eyes the 12-4A race and possible postseason footholds.
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Two-Platoon Ball Should Spruce Up Cotton Bowl Clash
Arkansas and Louisiana State, averaging 369.2 and 307.2 yards per game, are set for a high scoring Cotton Bowl clash. Last two-platoon Cotton Bowl in 1953 saw one team held to 32 yards. this time both offenses are expected to shine despite shaky defenses. Teams practice in San Antonio and Baton Rouge, with LSU bound for Dallas after Tuesday plane travel. Arkansas maintains a Thursday morning San Antonio workout followed by Highland Park High School session.
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Williams Almost Sure Bet For Hall Of Fame Induction
Williams appears a sure bet for election to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility. Sent ballots to about 415 members of the Baseball Writers Association of America on January 15. Williams led in batting six times and slugged 521 home runs in 19 seasons with the Boston Red Sox, with war service interrupting his career.
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Four Undefeated Teams Take Stronger Cage Spots
Four undefeated teams move up in the AP major college basketball poll led by Duke's continued 1st place hold. Vanderbilt Bradley Iowa and Kentucky rise behind Duke while Brigham Young also cracks the top six. Michigan State Saint Joseph's Minnesota and Providence slide amid weekend results.
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Green Bay Offers Texas Tech Star Don Anderson
Don Anderson’s lawyer says Green Bay Packers made an offer to the All American halfback. Packers GM Vince Lombardi denied an offer. Attor ney H. Blanchard, in Jacksonville, Fla, says Green Bay representatives viewed Anderson as having an offer. Counterbidding reported with Bud Adams and the Oilers cited.
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Packers Defense Seen As Tough As Cowboys
Cleveland Browns coach Blanton Collier praised the Green Bay Packers as a formidable unit. He cited their linebackers led by Ray Nitschke and a mobile defensive line as key strengths, noting Packers both stop the run and rush the passer.
Young Athlete Honored For Aid To Desegregation
A thousand mourners packed Franklin North Carolina’s largest church for the funeral of Thomas Walter Scruggs 18 praised for helping desegregation efforts. His coach said he won games late and set an example. Scruggs was the first Negro at Piedmont College and among the first to attend Frank Hi High School. The service drew Piedmont College officials and students plus church leaders who voted to move the funeral to accommodate attendees.
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Chandler's Big Kick Beats Baltimore in 13-10 Win
Don Chandler delivered the game winning 22 yard field goal with under two minutes to play as Green Bay edged Baltimore 13-10 to claim the Western Conference title race. Chandler raised his season totals to 95 points, while the Giants struggled with field goals, converting only four of 25. Bart Starr’s status for the NFL title game against Cleveland is uncertain due to a bruised ribs while Zeke Bratk will lead the Packers if Starr cannot go.
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Hogs Joe Black Out as Arkansas Prepares for LSU
Arkansas practiced in San Antonio ahead of the Cotton Bowl against LSU. Joe Black has a severely bruised leg and is unlikely to play. Bobby Nix is back from a pulled muscle and active in kicking drills. Mine Bender nurses a tight leg but is expected to be ready for the game.
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