Packers Favored Over College Stars In 30th Midsummer Classic
The Green Bay Packers, two time defending NFL champions, are favored to beat the All-Star college team at Soldier Field in the 30th midsummer classic. Star losses for Green Bay include Ray Nitschke with a twisted back Paul Hornung suspended and Jim Taylor limited by a knee injury. The All-Stars feature Terry Baker Ron VanderKelen Pat Richter and other top college players as they clash with the pro lineup before an expected 65000 fans.
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Ashe Faces Pressure as Eastern Grass Court Title Bid
Arthur Ashe, the first Black player named to the U.S. Davis Cup team, acknowledged the heightened pressure to win the Eastern Grass Court Championships. He grinned and said opponents will be aiming at him, so he must shoot back.
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American League and National League leaders listed for batting and pitching
The piece lists league leaders in batting, runs, RBIs, hits, doubles, triples, home runs, stolen bases, and pitching for both leagues. It notes top performers like Yastrzemski, Kaline, Aaron, and Koufax, plus a Davis Cup selection involving Arthur Ashe and others for a U S team match in Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles
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Kansas City
Rutland Legion Tops Ludlow to Clinch Playoff Berth
Rutland American Legion defeated Ludlow 7 to 1 in a special playoff game to grab the fourth spot for the state Legion tournament set to begin in West Rutland. Wayne Charron pitched six solid innings, limiting Ludlow to three hits and one unearned run, with Ed Bird closing the seventh. Rutland scored two runs in the fourth off Mike Butler, added one in the fifth, and four in the sixth to seal the victory.
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Wimbledon Queen Enters USLTA Doubles Tourney
Wimbledon queen Margaret Smith and Robyn Ebbern of Australia have entered the 83rd USLTA National Doubles Championships at Longwood Cricket Club August 18 to 25. Also in the women's division are Americans Blilie Jean Moffitt of Long Beach and Carole Caldwell of Santa Monica, ranked Nos. 3 and 4 in U.S. singles respectively.
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Liston Clay Fight May Be Cleared In Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Athletic Commission may permit the Liston Clay bout in Philadelphia next fall if Sonny Liston steps out of promoter duties. The panel rejected Intercontinental Promotions Inc. for a promoter license, citing law barring a fighter from promoting his own bouts. The Nilon brothers could form or join a licensed firm to promote the fight.
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Liston Compared With Great Heavyweights Across Eras
New York AP notes Sonny Liston towers at 6 1 and 215 pounds. Dempsey and others weigh in on how the dark destroyer might fare against legends like Sullivan Johnson Dempsey Louis and Marciano noting Liston 25 KOs in 36 bouts and his speed and power in Las Vegas workouts.
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Strikes Spares and Splits Tuesday Summer League Scores
Strikes and spares listed for teams in a Tuesday summer league. Mattison posted the top high single and triple with 234 and 653 for Whitman’s, while Eastman 212 and Starr 554 led for another squad. Other teams featured include Capuano, Caslin, Hunt, Willis, Distasio, and Caslin in multiple events.
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Ferree Leads St Paul Open After 64 As Week Slips By
Jim Ferree fired a 64 to grab a one stroke lead at the St Paul Open with Don Fairfield at his heels. Jerry Barber and Jerry Pittman tied at 66 and 67 respectively, while Doug Sanders faced wedge troubles and Bruce Crampton shared the 68 pack on the Keller course as contenders gather in Minnesota.
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Norshaft Arlington Faces Brattleboro For Vermont Title
Norshaft Arlington Little League All Stars meet Brattleboro at 4 p m to decide the southern Vermont crown and a spot in the state final Saturday. Northern finalists are Burlington American Division All Stars and Bradford Connecticut Valley champions. Burlington beat Winooksi 4 0 on a one hitter by Paul Merchant. Bradford defeated Montpelier 16 13 to reach the semifinals. The Vermont champion advances to the New England regionals in Brattleboro August 8 10 competing against the New Hampshire Puerto Rico winner.
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Patterson Drops in WBA Ratings After Liston Loss
Floyd Patterson falls to seventh in the World Boxing Association rankings after being knocked out in the first round by Sonny Liston. Cassius Clay rises to No. 1, with Doug Jones, Cleveland Williams, Billy Daniels, Ernie Terrell, and Henry Cooper also ranked ahead of Patterson.
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Houston
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Chicago
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England
Cubs Batting and Pitching Shine as Milwaukee, Braves Fall
Ellis Burton, Cubs, homered from both sides of the plate becoming the fifth NL player to do so in a single game. Larry Jackson earned his 12th win by allowing seven hits as Chicago routed Milwaukee 10-2 and then beat the Braves 10-2 in another strong pitching performance.
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Thursday's Results and Weekend Schedule for Major Leagues
Thursday's rain ruined the only game and Boston traveled to Baltimore. Tonight's matchups include Chicago at Los Angeles Minnesota at Kansas City Cleveland at Detroit Baltimore at New York and Boston at Washington with Saturday games Cleveland at Detroit Baltimore at New York and Boston at Washington.
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Standings and upcoming games for major league teams
W. L. Pet. G.B. L.A. 64 42 .602 San Fran 60 47 .561 St. Louis 60 47 .561 Chicago 57 48 .543 Cincinnati 57 52 .523 Phila 56 51 .523 Milwaukee 54 54 .500 Pittsburgh 52 53 .495 Houston 41 67 .380 New York 33 73 .311 St. Louis 3, Cincinnati 2 Chicago 10, Milwaukee 2 Only games scheduled San Francisco at Chicago New York at Milwaukee Philadelphia at St. Louis Los Angeles at Houston Pittsburgh at Cincinnati New York at Milwaukee Philadelphia at St. Louis Pittsburgh at Cincinnati
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What's With Joey Jay Reds Star Struggles Deepens Pitching Woes
The 27 year old righty Joey Jay suffers his 15th loss with only four wins as Cincinnati trails St Louis 3 2. The Reds, 8 14 games behind Dodgers, drop a game while Cardinals and Cubs win. Jay previously led NL in 20 win seasons but inconsistent performance and a salary dispute cloud his status. Burton, Altman homers figure in standings shift as Chicago tops Milwaukee 10 2.
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Americans Dominate Two-Day German Track Meet in Hannover
U S track squad overwhelms West Germany 141 to 82 over two days in Hannover winning 18 of 21 events including four marks better than Moscow times. Rex Cawley and Bob Hayes lead with sprint and hurdles wins as Rex Carr anchors the relay to record pace.
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Kelso and Candy Spots Favored in Weekend Stakes
Kelso and Candy Spots, racing’s top stars, head a strong field in three major stakes this weekend. Kelso, Bohemia Stable, seeks a fourth Horse of the Year title and is the odds‑on favorite in the $50,000 Whitney Stakes at Saratoga, while Rex Ellsworth’s Candy Spots is also a leading contender in the feature event.
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Patriots drop five more as roster shrinks to 49
The Boston Patriots reduce their AFL roster to 49, releasing Charlie Campbell Dan Sheehan Fred Dennen Jim Welsh and transferring Charlie Theokas to the New York Jets to bolster the Jets at center. Also notes ongoing baseball and horse racing listings and upcoming stakes events.
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Soap Box Derby Saturday in Akron
Akron prepares for the 26th All-American Soap Box Derby with 239 entrants. A downtown parade by about 3,000 youngsters leads to the event where $30,000 in college scholarships will be awarded and the 1963 champion gets a $7,500 prize.
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