Clay Scores Knockout in 60 Seconds Over Liston Fight
Cassius Clay knocked out Sonny Liston in one minute in Lewiston Maine claiming the heavyweight title in record time. The referee stopped counting amid confusion as a timekeeper’s count and crowd boos sparked controversy. Clay, 21-0 with 17 knockouts, now holds the crown against Liston 35-3, with plans to meet Floyd Patterson next.
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Orioles win fourth straight as Miller secures save
Stu Miller worked two scoreless innings to preserve a 6 3 victory over the Athletics, aiding Baltimore’s fourth straight win and narrowing the gap to three games behind the AL lead. Milt Pappas left after a two run burst, Harvey Haddix pitched 2 1 3 innings, and Miller extended his scoreless streak to 11 appearances.
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Clay Knocks Out Liston To Keep World Title
Cassius Clay of Louisville halted Sonny Liston in Denver to retain the world heavyweight title. The bout lists Clay at 206 pounds and Liston at 2154, with the official result a knockout. Boston reports Ted Whitfield of Springfield outpointing Ortega of New York.
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New York
Quick Count On Liston Disturbs Boxing Fans
AL INGALLS reports on a controversial Liston vs Clay bout where the timekeeper counted out Liston amid disputed events. The piece criticizes the referee authority and suggests the outcome lacked proper decisive action, leaving fans feeling misled. It notes Goulet performing the national anthem and staying in the ring longer than the fighters.
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Three Features Set for Arundel Speedway Show
Three feature races will highlight the Arundel Speedway program on Route 1 in Kennebunk Friday night. Features include Class A stock bear, Class B stock car, and Spectators Off the Road Pleasure Car. Six qualifying races precede the main events with leading drivers Wolstenhulme Richardson Landry West Scott and others expected to compete.
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Howard Brown
Pete Durlette
Brice Haskill
Jeff Arnold
Dick Edgerly
Dodgers blank Cardinals as Drysdale allows lone infield hit
Don Drysdale of the Dodgers limits St Louis to one hit, Curt Flood's infield single to open the game, as Los Angeles ends the Cardinals seven game win streak 2-0. Vic Davalillo fuels Cleveland with three hits including two homers and four RBIs in a 5-1 win over the Yankees.
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Biddeford Fields Plan Shapes Local Athletic Growth
Joe Plamondon advances development of a new Biddeford Athletic Field aiming for low taxpayer cost via diverse financing. Wells dominates York County track at Thornton Academy, with multiple winners and new records as Biddeford, St. Andrew's, and other teams place strongly. Thornton Academy to host Suburban Track Meet with 160 athletes from Portsmouth to Wells Friday.
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Wells West End Baseball Schedule Opened With Yard Additions
The West End Junior Baseball League announces a June start with a new fenced field and bleachers at Routes 9A and 109. The opener June 5 features Red Sox vs Dodgers and Yankees vs Braves at 1:30 after 1 p.m. pre game activities.
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Eaglets Blank Junior Tigers in Tri-City Game
Alan Dutremble pitched a one hitter to lead St. Louis Junior High to a 2 0 win over Biddeford Junior High at St. Louis Alumni Field. Dutremble struck out 10 with three walks and the Eagles scored in the first on a bases loaded play and added an insurance run in the third on a wild pitch. A three way tie for first forms among St. Mary's St. Andre's and St. Louis with a Thursday showdown slated.
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