Williams Looms As Cubs Leading Rookie
New York based report highlights Cubs top prospect Willie Williams nicknamed Whistlin Willie from Whistler Alabama. He posted a .323 average with 26 homers and 80 RBIs in 126 games for Houston’s Buffs, suggesting a strong rookie outlook for Chicago alongside catcher Dick Bertell and pitchers Jack Curtis Wayne Carlander and others. Danny Murphy, a $100,000 bonus outfield prospect, previously batted .294 in 47 games with San Antonio.
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Ala
Billy Leo Williams
Houston
Buffs
Bertell
Dick Bertell
Cubs
Jack Curtis
San Antonio
Dick!urwell
Wenatchee
Wayne Carlander
Odessa
Danny Murphy
St Francis Defeats Portland 69 58 Behind Joe Rojas 31
St Francis College beat Portland University 69-58 at the Red Knights gym. Hank Rojas scored 31 and Howie Jones added 19 as the Knights benefited from a big edge at the foul line while Bob Gabler directed play. Bob Regan contributed 13 for Portland in a close first half 37-34 Portland lead.
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Bob Regan
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Seavey
A. Eee
Portland U
Minuigi
Beaudet
NBA Adds Two More Teams To 1961-62 Roster
Syracuse AP report says the NBA plans to expand to 10 teams with Chicago and Pittsburgh. Maurice Podoloff will visit Pittsburgh to assess readiness while John Harris backs the Pittsburgh bid and leads an ice show and a hockey organization.
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Associated Press
Big O Leads West to All Star Win Over East
Syracuse AP report details the West’s 153 to 131 victory in the NBA All Star game at War Memorial Auditorium. Oscar Robertson earned MVP honors with 23 points and a record 14 assists as Cin cinnatis, Petitt, Lovellette, and Elgin Baylor sparked a 47-19 first-quarter push that sealed the win. Wilt Chamberlain and Bob Cousy were held well below their averages.
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St. Louis
Elgin Baylor
Los Angeles
Wilt Chamberlain
Bob Cousy
Piladelphia
Chamberlain
Cousy
Boston
Gresham Says Charnley Can Beat Brown
Detroit lightweight Gene Gresham, after losing to Dave Charnley, backs the British champion as a world title contender. Gresham notes Charnley’s southpaw style and right-handed punches, praising his body work and head shots that halted Gresham in the 10 round clash.
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Dave Charnley
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Bowling Records Show Growth From Wooden Pins to Plastics
Bowling's popularity soars from school lanes to adults with plastic pins and auto pin setters. Notable feats include Congress Square Portland totaling 1801 in the Cumberland York league led by Lawrence Westcott 162 and 420, while Nick Gillis notes plastic pins add five pins and setters add another five. Historical references recall early records, famous bowlers, and Maine women led by Doris Gillis with a 1165 state title match in 1957.
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Ralnt Pearson
Scrop
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Westbrook
Archie Moore Poised to Defend Title in New York
Archie Moore, the 175 pound light heavyweight champion, reportedly agreed to defend against challenger Erich Schoeppner of Germany in Madison Square Garden. NY commission chair Melvin Krulewitch announced Moore’s readiness at a boxing writers dinner. The Nassau winner from Miami Beach on Feb. 7 will face a No. 1 contender within 90 days. Floyd Patterson accepted Fighter of the Year honor and aims to defend the crown against Ingemar Johansson, who expects to regain the title. Ned Brown received the James J. Walker award for lifelong boxing service.
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Dave Ott
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Jesse Bowdry
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Bowdry
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Edward J. Neil
Ingemar Johansson
Johansson
Nei
Floyd
Ned Brown
James J. Walker
Champs Fail To Make All-Star Bowling Finals
In San Bernardino California the 1961 All-Star Bowling Tour heads to finals with notable absences. Defending champion Harry Smith failed to reach the 16 man men’s finals after 36 qualifying games. Women’s defending titlist Sylvia Wene withdrew due to injuries from a bus fall. Marion Ladewig led women’s qualifying with 4 898 total, surpassing last year’s 4 820 record. Bill Bunetta topped men’s qualifying with 7 809, the second highest in the tournament’s history.
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Thornton Nips Biddeford In Late Flurry For 41-37 Win
Dick Hellige sparked a late rally as Thornton Academy overcame Biddeford 41-37. Hellige scored 11 of his 13 points in the final period, lifting the Maroon and Gold from a 33-28 deficit to a 41-37 triumph, with notable contributions from Paul Chenard and Johnny Perreault. Don Provost led Biddeford with 12 points as both teams saw players foul out late.
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Massie
Wenn Parola
Lamonta
Frosiers
Saco Recreation Leagues Fire Up As Finch Leads 38 Points
Bill Finch starred for Saco Recreation League with 15 field goals and eight free throws, totaling 38 points to power a 91 76 win over Old Orchard Beach Townies at Young School Gym, as the home team rallied from a one point deficit.
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Radcliff
Hapless Bruins Lose Ouellette By Appendicitis
Boston Bruins suffer a setback as rookie forward Gerry Ouellette is taken to Newton-Wellesley Hospital for an emergency appendectomy. Coach Milt Schmidt reshapes lines with Andre Pronovost likely in to fill Ouellette’s spot. Leo LaBine misses game with leg injury, and Bruce Gamble receives a $50 fine after missing practice amid car trouble. A separate report notes the frozen body of 67-year-old Thomas Martin found in St. Agatha from a heart attack and exposure.
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Red Wings
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Goodale Wins For Wells In Final Seconds
Goodale clinched victory for Wells in a dramatic final seconds finish. The game featured rapid transitions as Wells rallied to edge their opponent, securing a narrow late lead and the decisive basket.
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Boxing Roundup From Night of Knockouts in Multiple Cities
The Associated Press reports a series of boxing results across cities. Gomeo Brennan stopped Cecil Shorts in Miami Beach. Wayne Bethea defeated Bill Nielsen in Omaha. Dave Charney outpointed Gene Gresham in London. Steady action noted in Detroit as well.
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Neb
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Maroon Will Play Home Tilts In Buxton
Thornton Academy announces a temporary move to Buxton for five of six remaining games with head coach Jim McGaffin. The Maroon and Gold will host most games at Buxton High School gym, with a February clash against South Portland at George A Emery gym when scheduling conflicts arise.
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Gorham Overwhelms Kennebunk 79 57 in High School Battle
Gorham used strong early pace to dominate Kennebunk, finishing 79 57 behind standout scores from Don Flight 18 Ken Knapton 17 and Don Knapton 13. Pete Pierce led Kennebunk with 26 points on 12 field goals and four free throws. The Gorham Jayvees also defeated Kennebunk 45 43.
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Pro Basketball Wednesday and Thursday Games Summary
Pro basketball results note Wednesday games Syracuse played Philadelphia in Boston St Louis hosted Boston while Detroit faced Cincinnati in Dayton with West leading East 153 to 131. Thursday schedule lists Los Angeles at Philadelphia St Louis at Philadelphia and New York at Cincinnati with results pending.
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