Giants Clinch NFC Title Aided by Trades and Sherman
The New York Giants clinched the Eastern Conference crown with a 7-7 tie against the Cleveland Browns at Yankee Stadium, aided by rookies, trades, and coach Allie Sherman. Green Bay won the Western Division, and Philadelphia edged Detroit to stay within a half game as the playoff picture formed. Sam Etcheverry and Billy Wade featured in other season finales, while Don Chandler and a rugged defense kept New York in contention.
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Don Chandler
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Week Of Decision For College Cagers Features Unbeatens
A busy week pits undefeated college basketball powers in key battles as two games Tuesday and tonight could trim ranks. Top matchups include Providence at DePaul, St Bonaventure at Duquesne, and Duke at West Virginia, with Kentucky hosting Temple and other strong pairings across the nation.
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Pro Basketball Standings and Weekend Results Summary
Eastern and Western divisions show Philadelphia Boston New York Chicago Detroit and others with final scores from Saturday and Sunday games. Key results include Boston 130 113 St Louis and Los Angeles 123 128 with Philadelphia 112 110 Chicago and Detroit 121 110 Cincinnati. Tuesday schedules list matchups including Philadelphia at Detroit and Boston at Los Angeles.
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Chicago
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Pro Football Results National League
National League games recap with scorelines and notable plays. Key teams and players highlighted, including top performers and pivotal moments shaping standings and week’s impact on playoff hopes.
Wells High Announce Remainder Of Basketball Schedule
The Wells High School basketball season remainder is announced by Principal Russell K. Noyes. The schedule lists boys and girls games against Eliot Old Orchard Berwick and other foes from December through February with dates home and away. Varsity and junior varsity times are noted, including a night double header pairing varsity with boys.
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Hockey Scores From The Night Action
Montreal defeated Boston 5 to 4 while Toronto tied 4 4 with Boston. New York won 2 1. Detroit beat Montreal 3 1 and Toronto 4 1. Chicago triumphed 3 1 over New York. No games scheduled.
Division Races Tightening In American Loop
The American Basketball League tightens as Kansas City Steers slip after a 100-96 loss, allowing Pittsburgh to share the Eastern lead. Los Angeles Jets win to close within three games of the Steers with a 115-103 victory over San Francisco. Washington edges Cleveland 90-88 as Roger Kaiser scores 33. Chicago Majors beat Hawaii 96-91 in Milwaukee.
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Griffith Faces Logart in NYC as Title hopes loom
Emile Griffith, 23, moves toward a likely March title bout with Benny Paret if he defeats Isaac Logart at St Nicholas Arena in New York Saturday night. Griffith, former champion who beat Paret last April and lost the rematch in September, carries a 26-3 record with 10 knockouts, while Logart, once a top contender, has faded from the No 1 ranking.
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Kid) Paret
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Houston Snares Eastern Division Title In AFL
Houston Oilers extended their winning streak to nine as they routed Oakland 47 16 and opened the path to the league championship against San Diego, which has won the Western Division. George Blanda threw four TDs giving him 36 for the season and Billy Cannon ran for 145 yards to claim the league rushing title with 948. Boston’s Gino Cappelletti set a scoring record with 17 points in the Boston San Diego game, while Dallas’ Dave Grayson returned a 99 yard interception for a TD as part of a 35 24 win over New York.
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Five Team Saco League Opens With Two Games Tonight
A five team league opens at Thornton Academy gym with two games on tap as Saco Tanning faces Bagleys and Allied Footwear meets Western Auto. Teams sponsored by Saco Tanning Bagleys Allied Hampshire Western Auto and Saco Lowell AA. Season runs Mondays and Wednesdays with 7 and 830 p m starts.
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Art Tardif
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Moe Nelson
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Paul McNabb
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Howard Jones
Ken Pate
Jack Martel
Bill Deasey
Fred Martin
Henry Wagner
Dick Grant
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Dick Nolette
al Smart
Dan Howard
Saco Lowell
Beanie Perrin
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Dick Choroszy
John Choroszy
Ed Munford
Cliff Purvis
Arnold Parker
Norm Moulton
Gerry Farnham
Dick Houle
Andre Guay
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Saco- Lowell
Maple Leafs Move Up On Canadiens
Toronto Maple Leafs climb within one point of first place Montreal after a weekend sweep. Johnny Bower returns from ankle injury guiding a 4 2 win over the Rangers in New York and a 4 1 win at Boston as Boston’s winless streak reaches eight games.
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Celtics Celtics Ride Winning Streak as Lakers Close Gap
The Boston Celtics extended their winning streak to nine with a 117-109 win over the New York Knicks, lifting their season record to 23 of 26 and widening the Eastern race. The Los Angeles Lakers, powered by Jerry West, defeated the Detroit Pistons 122-116 to keep pace.
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Detroit Tigers Lead AL Batting in 1960 Official Stats
The Detroit Tigers topped the American League batting race with a .2663 team average, narrowly beating the Indians. Norm Cash won the batting title at .361, sharing honors with Roger Maris who led in home runs and RBIs. Al Kaline followed at .324 as Mickey Mantle, Earl Battey, and Jim Gentile posted the next top marks.
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