Rocky Marciano Tried Comeback in 1959 Return Attempt
Rocky Marciano revealed in a Boston Globe interview that in 1959 he secretly trained for four weeks to return as heavyweight champion, itching after Ingemar Johansson’s victory and Floyd Patterson. He halted the effort after a month, saying distractions and business commitments made a comeback unlikely.
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Cassius Clay Sets London Bout Amid Criticism
New York promoter reports Cassius Clay will meet Brian London of England in London for a 250000 guarantee, possibly up to 400000 with revenues. The match follows Clay’s win over Henry Cooper and comes as critics say London is a weak challenger. Clay defends his title for the third time this year after defeating George Chuvalo and stopping Cooper.
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Mantle Leads Yankees Past Red Sox in Fenway Thriller
Mickey Mantle tormented Boston with two homers and a single as New York edged the Red Sox 6-5 at Fenway Park. Jim Bouton pitched for the Yankees, while Rollie Sheldon took the loss for Boston amid a weather-delayed,雨-tinged game.
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Clemente Advances With Clay Footing For Batting Title
Roberto Clemente eyes a third straight National League batting crown as he credits clay in the batter's box for footing stability. He sits at .329 with 11 homers and 46 RBIs, while teammates Willie Stargell and Matty Alou chase him in the race.
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31 Races Planned At Green Mountain Park
Green Mountain Park in Pownal will host 31 races during the holiday weekend with post times set at 7 45 p m for the Friday and Saturday 10 race night programs and 2 p m for the July 4 matinee card track officials announced
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League Leaders AMERICAN LEAGUE G H and batting leaders
League leaders show G AB R H and hitting averages for the American League with players from Balt Minn Det Cleav Caliv and other clubs. Notable names include Snydr Absa Oliva Kaline Powell Siebn Wert Crdnl and the early home run totals led by Aaron Hart Mays Robinson Colavito Killebrew and Oliva.
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Franchise Thwarted Seven Start New League
CHICAGO UPI reports seven men announced the United States Football League to compete with existing leagues after thwarted Anaheim bid. Frank Leahy named incorporators and cities. six of twelve franchise holders will be announced by July 20. League plans include 12 teams at 6.5 million capitalization, a late November draft, and potential TV revenue within three years.
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Maple Valley League All Star Game Set for Sunday
Top players from six Maple Valley League teams converge for the annual all star game in Manchester at 2 p.m. One squad features Manchester West Rupert and Arlington Legion, while the other pairs Forest Dale Arlington General and North Granville. First-half standings list Forest Dale, Manchester, Arlington Generals, Arlington Legion, West Rupert, and North Granville.
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Pirates Sign First Draft Choice Richie Hebner
The Pittsburgh Pirates signed their first draft pick Richie Hebner of Norwood Massachusetts. Hebner, 18, a left handed hitting shortstop, was assigned to Salem in the Appalachian League. He was the 23rd of 41 draft choices to sign.
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Richie) Hebner
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CYO Beats North Bennington in Baseball Thriller
Scott Racicot pitched six innings of near perfect ball for CYO, allowing only a walk and two hits in the seventh as North Bennington scored twice. CYO won 11 to 2 with Racicot striking out 12 batters before relief. Bill Thompson walked to start the bottom of the seventh, then Francis Moxley singled, and Steve Corcoran tripled to drive in runs.
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Oxley Victor ia Golf Tourney Triumph in Vermont Junior
Brandon John Oxley of Middlebury beat Thomas Havers of St Johnsbury by one stroke at Neshobe Country Club in the Vermont Golf Association Junior Tournament. Havers upset Mickey Carmody in the morning semifinals, Oxley defeated Greg Taylor to reach the final, while Racicot struck out 15 to cap a pitching gem.
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Aaron Tops Outfielders In All Star Team Vote
NEW YORK UPI Frank Robinson leads AL outfielders with 251 votes for the 37th All Star game to be held in St Louis on July 12. Tony Oliva 250 votes and Al Kaline 191 also start in the AL outfield, while Willie Mays 208 and Roberto Clemente 134 headline the NL outfield. The NL infield voters chose McCovey Santo Cardenas Morgan and Santo, while the AL infield was Scott Knoop Brooks Robinson McAuliffe. Pitchers and other starters later named by managers Alston and Mele. Robinson in seventh All Star game, Kaline 11th, Oliva two prior appearances. Aaron Mays Clemente all longtime All Stars.
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Pittsfield to Play in Fenway Park
The Pittsfield Red Sox and the Pawtucket Indians will meet in an Eastern League game at Fenway Park at 5 p.m. on August 15. The event will precede the Boston Red Sox game with the Baltimore Orioles, per a Boston announcement.
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