Wroblewski Leads Kansas State In Big Eight Rout
Wroblewski, a 6-8 junior, scored 46 as Kansas State thrashed Kansas 91-72 to boost Tex Winter’s club to 16-2, inching atop the conference. Villanova, Toledo, Loyola Chicago and many others posted notable wins as the college basketball scene shifted.
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Cardinals Banking On New Shortstop
St Louis Cardinals manager discusses young Puerto Rican infielder Julio Gotay as a potential upgrade at shortstop. He notes Gotay’s January Puerto Rican Winter League performance, adds Minnie Minoso to bolster the lineup, praises Curt Flood and infield depth, and projects strong pitching led by Ernie Broglio, Larry Jackson, Bob Gibson, and Ray LeDecki amid a competitive NL field.
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Western Maine Tourney Taking Shape as Contenders Emerge
Western Maine II ratings show Cheverus close to pace setters Morse while three local clubs vie for Western Maine tournament berths. St Louis beat Portland 70 63 to climb to seventh as Biddeford holds fourth. Thornton battles for eighth with Westbrook Brunswick Sanford in a tight pack. Morse leads with 157.4 to 155.6 over Cheverus with South Portland and Biddeford trailing. Nearby games Friday and Tuesday could decide final spots.
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Master Fixer Sits in Spotlight as Point-Shaving Scandal Grows
In New York a key figure in the 1961 college basketball point-shaving scheme faces sentencing after pleading guilty to 38 counts of bribery and conspiracy. Aaron Wegman, 28, is described as the master fixer amid a broad network involving 37 players from 22 colleges. Another New Yorker, Joseph Hacken, also pleaded guilty to two bribery counts linked to manipulating game points.
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Seton Hall
Holy Cross
Pro Basketball Results and Schedule From The Agree Press
The Detroit Pistons beat Cincinnati 113 to 107 on Thursday. Other results include New York 130 over Pittsburgh and Cleveland 144 over San Francisco. Upcoming games feature Philadelphia at Syracuse and Boston at Syracuse with multiple cross league matchups in the week.
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Hockey Exhibition Ties and Scores From Friday Night
Boston and Toronto finished 2 2 in a tie while New York and Detroit also tied 2 2. Montreal routed Hull Ottawa 9 1 and Chicago had no game scheduled in Boston Friday.
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Boxing results from an inconsistent card list
Miami Beach Rodolfo of Argentina defeated Tong in 10 rounds in Hollywood Florida. Erie Tommy Tibbs won a 10 round decision over Johnny Bizzard. London Johnny Kramer beat Charlie Cotton over 10 rounds in Toledo Ohio.
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Don’t Salt Before Broiling Steak Says Galt Advice
A kitchen tip advises salting after broiling steak rather than before. The guidance suggests adding salt post cooking to enhance flavor without drawing out moisture.
Bruins Ready For Invasion Of Chi Hawks
Boston hosts Chicago in a National Hockey League clash as 21 year old Stan Mikita leads the Black Hawks. Mikita, among the league's top scorers in only his third season, is noted for thriving in Boston. Bruins tied Toronto 2-2 last night with goals by Leo Boivin and Andy Pronovost while Tim Horton and Ron Stewart equalized for the Maple Leafs.
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Gentile Lands 1962 Baltimore Salary Rise to 30000
Jim Gentile, 27, earned a 100 percent raise with a 1962 contract worth 30000, up from 15000 last year as he drove in 141 runs and hit 44 homers for the Orioles. He finished third in AL MVP voting behind Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle. Other signings included multiple players across MLB teams.
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Wings Rangers Tie in Key Playoff Clash
The Rangers and Red Wings battled to a 2-2 draw in New York leaving their standings unchanged with the Rangers holding a one point edge over Detroit for the final playoff spot. Boston and Toronto also tied 2-2 in Toronto with minimal penalties. Toronto rallied twice to level the game against Boston.
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Tigers Face Thornton In Big Game For Twin City Title
Thornton Academy and Biddeford set to clash with the winner claiming the Western Maine II tourney spot and the twin city basketball bragging rights. The outcome will decide whether Thornton seals the title or the trio finish 2-2 in intercity play.
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Bagley Remains In Running To Tie For First
Bagley's last year's champions beat Western Auto 63 to 56 at Thornton Academy gym to assure at least a tie for first place in the Saco Rec Adult loop. Bill Finch led Bagley's with 30 points, while Western Auto slumped in the second period before a late rally.
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Giants Hit By Legal Battle Over Willie Mays Writ
San Francisco Giants face a coast to coast dispute as attorney Melvin Belli secures a writ of execution to seize Willie Mays if a $1,880.96 judgment is not paid. Belli later saw a $3,760 bond posted and a stay of execution granted pending appeal.
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Celtics Seek Seventh Straight Win In Syracuse Showdown
Syracuse witnesses a Celtics bid for a seventh straight win as Boston visits War Memorial tonight amid past oncourt brawls. Boston has beaten the Nationals six of seven this season. the trip continues a four-game in four days stretch with Warriors, Knicks, and others on the horizon.
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East Biddeford Little League Opens Year at Fast End Club
East Biddeford Little League held its first meeting of the year at the Fast End club on Alfrea Street. President Mike Nanes presented the 1961 financial report as rules and proposed changes were discussed. Officials for the year include President Mike Nanes Secretary Paul Ross Umpire-in-Chief Lou Lauzier Field Commissioner Mike Hanson and coaches Ed Myers Ray Vachon Ray Gagnon Ben Masse Bing Lali berte Bob Nantel Don Macomber and Joe Berthiaume. The next meeting is set for February 21 at the same location.
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Maine Freeze Persists With Subzero Lows Across State
Maine's deep cold continues with a 21 day spell as temperatures plummet to 31 degrees below zero in Millinocket. Overnight lows from the Weather Bureau show subzero readings in Greenville Old Town Houston Caribou Limestone Portland Bangor Brunswick Augusta and downtown Portland with a slight day rise followed by another cold night expected.
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Hearing aid batteries cut TV climax in Rochester viewer call
Rochester Democrat and Chronicle television editor Harold Nichols reported a reader viewer who missed the program ending due to a hearing aid battery failure. The caller said the device went dead just as the show reached its climax.
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