Bridgeport Telegram Newspaper Archives, Dec 31, 1956, p. 4

Giants Rout Bears to Win Pro Football Title

New York Knicks beat Rochester Royals 88-73 in an NBA game at Madison Square Garden. Richie Guerin sparked a fourth-quarter surge with three field goals and three free throws, aiding a late rally after a tight first half. Ken Sears led New York with 33 points, Harry Gallatin added 19, and Guerin contributed 14 in a rally that sealed the win.

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Black Rock Lassies Upset by Kingsway in League

Kingsway defeated Black Rock in straight games as Wehrer and Covelski led the winners in the Girls Inter alley league last night. Subalpine beat Holland, Bill Smith’s topped Fairfield Academy two games to one, and the ABC lassies won two of three against Newfields.

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Kingsway Feague Seading Black Rock Interalley Wehrer Covelski Holland Bill Smith Fairfield Academy ABC Lassies Newfields

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Giants Smash Bears 47-7 to Claim NFL Title

New York Giants, fueled by a relentless line and backfield trio Gifford Webster and Triplett, crushed the Chicago Bears 47-7 in the championship game at Yankee Stadium. The win gave the Giants their first title since 1938, with robust defense and decisive scoring drives, while Chicago's star unit was limited despite late yardage.

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Joe Reichler New York Chicago Bears Giants Yankee Stadium Bears Ben Agajanian Green Bay Packers Chicago Jim Lee Howell Los Angeles Rams Gene Filipski George Blanda Don Heinrich J. C. Caroline Giffard Triplett Robustelli Beck Brown Moore Conerly Chuckin Charlie Heinrich Gifford Rote N.Y. Giants Casares Blanda Webster Field Boals Agajanian Conver' Sions AP_ Wirephoto Giants Mel Triplett Sam Wilson Lehigh Ed Meadows Jackie Roosevelt Brown Jack Stroud Alex Webster Wayne Hansen Joe Fortunato Stan Wallace McNell Moore Ray Smith

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Hawks Triumph as Pettit Scores 41 in St Louis Victory

St Louis Hawks outlasted the Minneapolis Lakers 100 93 as Bob Pettit poured in 41 points and fouls dominated a bruising game. Pettit sparked a fourth quarter rally with six points in the final two minutes while Mikkelsen Kalafat Lovellette and Dukes fouled out for Minneapolis. Score by quarters shows tight play through three with St Louis pulling away late.

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Baylor Confident as Sugar Bowl Opponent Prepares

Baylor arrives in New Orleans confident for the Sugar Bowl against unbeaten Tennessee. Coach Sam Boyd says Baylor respects Bowden Wyatt and Johnny Majors but will not be a patsy. All-American Rule Glass aims to stay sharp despite church plans and a packed travel schedule. Del Shorner hurries, forgetting his ticket for a Senior Bowl game.

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Tom Brown Jr wins Sugar Bowl tennis singles title

NEW ORLEANS Dec 30 UP Tom Brown Jr of San Francisco captured the Sugar Bowl tennis singles championship by defeating top seed Mervyn Rose in a tight match. In doubles, Bernard Bartzen and Sidney Schwartz beat Brown and Gardnar Mulloy to win the title. Brown also won the mixed singles 4-6 6-3 6-1.

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Hockey scores update from National and American leagues

In the National League Chicano defeated Toronto 2 to 4, Detroit edged Cleveland 2 to 5, Boston led Springfield 3 to 3, and Rochester surpassed Providence with Buffalo in the mix. In the Eagle East division New Havens and Philadelphia played to a 3 goal result while Clinton and Warhinston finished 3 to 3.

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Snead wins Boca Raton Open and Pro-Am in frigid run

Sam Snead shot 66 to win the Boca Raton Open and Pro-Am, finishing 20 under par for 54 holes and aiding his pro and amateur teams. Lew Worsham was runner up in both divisions with 241 total, while Ansel Snow placed third among pros. In another note, Ole Miss withdrew from the All American City tournament to avoid facing a Negro player.

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Bruins Beat Red Wings 4-2. Mackell Hat Trick Secures First

Boston Bruins overcome injury woes to take first place in the NHL with a 4-2 win over Detroit. Flem ing Mackell scored three goals, including the final tally with eight seconds left, as Real Chevrefils opened the scoring and Terry Sawchuk repelled Detroit’s comeback in the third period.

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Pistons Tally Over Warriors In Fort Wayne Matchup

In Fort Wayne, the Fort Wayne Pistons beat the Philadelphia Warriors 104 to 99 on December 30. Paul Arizin led Philadelphia with 35 points, while George Yardley scored 32 for Fort Wayne, including 22 in the final half, as a 29 point third quarter surge turned the game.

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Bristol Duckpin champ Chiodi tops 75 entrants in open

Frank Chiodi of Bridgeport won the Men s Open Duckpin tournament at Bristol with a six game total of 861. Bristol’s Harry Peters took runner up with 848. Other leaders included William Wierdak Glastonbury 825 Norman Lalonde Bristol 820 Andy Gnofrey Bridgeport 820 and more. Marty Powers had the high single 166.

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Iowa Gridders End Rose Bowl Practice

Iowa universities Rose Bowl drills concluded in Pasadena as coach Forest Evashevski withheld the starting lineup until just before kickoff against Oregon State. Fullback John Nocera and halfback Collins Hagler again started in a backfield mix with reserves, while 43 players reported in good shape and Bob Haussman rejoined after his father's death.

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Wilt Chamberlain Named Outstanding Player in Kansas City

Wilt Chamberlain of Kansas was named outstanding player of the pre season basketball tournament in Kansas City. The honor followed his record shattering performances showcased during the event in Kansas City on Tuesday night.

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Stratford and Milford Win in State League Games

In New Orleans Sugar Bowl meet star Dave Lime tied the 160 meter dash world record with 10.2 seconds while Duke standout led the sprint. Stratford Red Men defeated Danielson 82 to 76 behind Bob Gerwhen and Cecil Gabriel. Milford Chiefs crushed St Cyril's Hartford 106 to 73 marking their first league win after four losses. Jim Gaettano and Jim Bosley paced Milford with 20 points each. Danielson’s George Dagarti led scorers with 35 points.

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Kingsway Event Sets High Scores at West Haven

Peggy Everone of West Haven won the second annual Kingsway women's handicap tournament with 777 over six games, aided by a 40 pin handicap. Agnes Bory, Marge Gulyas, and Winnie Farina led in other divisions, with high singles by Billie Hall and Tom Sheard taking Class B. Additional prize winners include Tony Fabish and Fred Rondeau among many others. Next week features Jack White open and several handicap events across Connecticut venues.

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Rice Bowl contest to draw 40000 in Tokyo

All-Star U, St. Amy and Air Force meet in the 10th Rice Bowl in Tokyo's Korakuen Stadium. Army relies on Bill Bradshaw and Gene White, while Air Force leans on Jim Small. Crowd expected over 40,000.

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Chicago Hawks blank Maple Leafs 2 to 0 in Chicago

The Chicago Black Hawks, with goalie Al Rollins, shut out the Toronto Maple Leafs 2 to 0 at home. Rollins earned an assist on a late goal, becoming the first goalie to assist since 1954, as Chicago moved into a fourth place tie with the New York Rangers after beating the Hawks 6 to 3 in the opener of the home and home series.

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Baylor Confident as Sugar Bowl Opponent Prepares

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Tom Brown Jr wins Sugar Bowl tennis singles title

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Hockey scores update from National and American leagues

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Snead wins Boca Raton Open and Pro-Am in frigid run

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Bruins Beat Red Wings 4-2. Mackell Hat Trick Secures First

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Pistons Tally Over Warriors In Fort Wayne Matchup

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Bristol Duckpin champ Chiodi tops 75 entrants in open

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Iowa Gridders End Rose Bowl Practice

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Wilt Chamberlain Named Outstanding Player in Kansas City

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Kingsway Event Sets High Scores at West Haven

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