Liston Stops Patterson in One Sided Las Vegas Bout
Sonny Liston overwhelmed Floyd Patterson in a single round at the Convention Center earning $286,180 from 7,816 attendees. Liston, 30, knocked Patterson down three times in 2 minutes 10 seconds, setting up a possible title clash with Cassius Clay in September. Patterson said he will not retire and hopes to regain the title later.
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Liston Dominates Patterson as Clay Looms as Challenger
Sonny Liston extended his streak to 28 victories with a first round knockout of Floyd Patterson at Las Vegas. Trainers and managers, including Jack Nilon and Liston’s Louisville group, discussed a Philadelphia showdown on September 30 with Cassius Clay seen as a looming challenger. Patterson vowed to try again despite the defeat and Liston dismissed Clay’s nerves, predicting a quick finish if their bout occurs.
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DeWitt with early hits sparks Biddeford-Saco softball record
Softball star DeWitt of AFL-CIO opened with two hits in his first two at bats to start an 11 game hitting streak, breaking Charles Tanguay's ten game run. The AFL-CIO and T.W.U.A. games produced multiple RBIs and key baserunners as Cyanamid and York Heel also pitched in.
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Meeting Scheduled of Softball League
Umpires managers and officials of the Biddeford Saco Softball League will meet at the Rochambeau Club South Street Biddeford following Wednesday evenings games to discuss league matters and the York County Tournament.
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Liston Retains World Heavyweight Title in Last Night Fights
In Las Vegas Sonny Liston defeated Floyd Patterson by knockout to defend the heavyweight crown. Johnny Torres beat George Carroll in Sydney on points. Colin Fraser outpointed Charley Kene in Toronto, and Joey Durelle stopped Clement Sarrazin in Montreal. Welterweight action noted in Montreal.
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Twist Trophies To Be Displayed At Club Meeting
Trophies for the twist contest finals will be displayed at the Rochambeau Club meeting Thursday at 6 p.m. at the hall on South Street in Biddeford. George Bergeron reports on July events and Raymond Poitras presents August activity plans. Club officers will also meet.
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Yankees Extend Lead as Mantle and Maris Sit Out
The Yankees widened their lead in the league to seven games behind a strong 8 4 win over the Angels. With Mantle and Maris sidelined, Tom Tresh returned to hit a homer and a single, driving in three runs as New York extended their home dominance at 32-9 and pushed toward matching their 1961 record. Arnold Palmer also contended in the U S Open playoff, finishing third behind Julius Boros and Jack Cupit.
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Piersall Holds No Grudge About Mets Release
Jimmy Piersall says he bears no bitterness over his release by the New York Mets and expects to sign with another big league club. He denies that clowning on the field led to the dismissal, notes his $37,500 salary was cited as too high, and recalls assurances of a 100 percent recommendation.
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National Colts edge Saco in tense Little League battle
National Colts defeated Saco 12 to 5 in a labeled Little League game. Key players included J Chenard Labonte Cote and Provencher for the Colts and Tardif Fleurent and Labonte for Saco. Pitchers Provencher and Pelle tier recorded decisions as Berry and Cantara provided late offense.
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Massachusetts II Club Hosts Indians Little League Day
Mr and Mrs William Labelle of Hills Beach Massachusetts entertained the Indians Little League of North Andover yesterday. Forty two parents and children attended an all day party and cookout. George Abbott Labelle, son of the hosts, plays on the team and invited the visitors for the day.
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Yankees rally as Tresh homers in 8-4 win over Angels
Tommy Tresh returns to the lineup with a homer a single and three RBIs as the Yankees defeat the Los Angeles Angels 8-4. Ralph Terry pitched the full game despite 12 hits and improved to 10-10. Also notes a top 1963 U S Open score of 73 by Paul Harney of Sunset, California, in Florida.
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