Feller Confirms Retirement From Baseball With Indians
Bob Feller, famed Iowa left hander and major league strikeout artist, announced Friday his retirement after 17 seasons with the Cleveland Indians. At 48 last month, he leaves with three no hit games tied for the record and one 18 strikeout game, but no World Series title despite pennant wins in 1948. He plans to pursue business ventures and maintain ties with the major leagues.
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What Cheer Cage Wins To Thornburg Pella
What Cheer North high of Thornburg girls and Pella Chris tian boys posted wins in the What Cheer Lite Hose Bowl tournament. Thornburg edged Blakesburg 49 48 as Douglas scored 2 and Helmich 17 for Blakesburg. Kalona fell to Kalowa and Hoefer had 20 for Kalona in their first loss.
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Saperstein Named Humanitarian of 1956 in Chicago
Abe Saperstein owner coach of the Harlem Globetrotters will receive the Torch of Hope award at a testimonial dinner April 24 in Chicago. Dinner chairman Judge Henry L. Birman said Saperstein was selected the humanitarian of 1956.
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Iowa Backup Mix Promises Rose Bowl Shakeup
Iowa football shifts in press notes as Nocera and Hagler may start at fullback and right halfback if the Rose Bowl were played tomorrow. Evy hints further changes behind the scenes with Harris and Tappel vying for spots and Deasy challenging Klein as pace in Los Angeles accelerates. Governor Loveless and Hoegh arrive with Iowa officials ahead of the big game.
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Maynard Girls hand Clarence first loss of season
Maynard defeated Clarence 75 to 34 in Fayette on Thursday night. Glenda Nicholson scored 56 points to lead the state defending champs, while Kay Wasselbusch added 27 for Clarence.
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Mederos gains moral victory in Milwaukee bout
Managers for Tommy Jackson and Julio Mederos admit Jackson won the fight on a unanimous decision after a 10 round heavyweight clash at the Milwaukee Arena. Mederos unranked, Jackson No 2 contender. Mederos camp claims he deserved win on points, noting close final rounds.
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Iowa Assured Evy Will Be Back in 1957
Iowa coach Forest Evashevski, in his third year under a 10 year deal, plans to stay at Iowa next season. Officials expect salary decisions for football staff by March 2 and want to keep the current staff intact after strong results. Evashevski has denied leaving Iowa, with hints he would consider moves only after the January 1 game with Oregon State.
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Carle Named Head Coach and Athletic Director at Colorado College
Jerry Carle 38 an assistant at Iowa State was named head football coach and athletic director at Colorado College succeeding Robbie Robertson who resigned after three poor seasons Robertson owned a summer lake resort near Wichita Kan Carle plans to arrive mid January to direct spring practice and take over athletic duties from Juan Reid who will focus on dean of men duties Carle previously coached at Camp Pendleton and played college football at Northwestern Minnesota and Penn State during the Navy years Robertson’s six win season record is noted
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Pitt Tech Bowl Talk Mixes Stars and Strategy
A sprawling feature outlines Pitt and Tech facing off with top players such as Nacera Harris and Daw son, notes on practice and conditioning, and previews of the Gator Bowl and Rose Bowl context. It highlights veteran squads, broadcast plans, and All Star selections from the Sugar and Blue Gray games.
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Former Hawks to Run in Chicago Track Meet
Chicago track meet features three Olympic squad members from Iowa. Ira Murchison, former Hawkeye sprinter, challenges meet champion Bob McKown. Ted Wheeler, also from Iowa, is favored in the mile, while Phil Coleman defends his two mile title.
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Iowa Hawks Face Oregon State In Rose Bowl Showdown
The Big Ten champion Hawkeyes head to the Rose Bowl as favorites against Oregon State. Iowa seeks to avoid complacency after a strong finish, while Oregon State trains hard under coach Prothro. Key players include Jim Gibbons aiming for a standout game, with Langston hospitalized and Haussman away for family reasons.
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Thirteen Loop Kings Qualify for NCAA Championship
Thirteen loop kings including North Central and Midwest conference teams qualify for the NCAA college division basketball championships next March. Forty two teams total from 13 conferences join eliminations among 148 members with two qualifiers from four regions advancing to Evansville Indiana. The Central conference is ineligible as it is not an NCAA member.
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Jerabek's Advances To Semi in Dubuque Tourney
Jerabek's of Cedar Rapids defeated King of Clubs in Dubuque 76 to 63 to reach the semifinal round. They face Cedar Rapids Sanitary Dairy in the semifinals Friday night as Marv Strang and Sid Stemlary led the win with six points each.
North Carolina State routs Iowa 84 70 in Dixie Classic
NC State hammered Iowa 84 to 70 in the Dixie Classic first round. Cliff Hafer and John Maglie led a fast break, with Bob Seitz adding key baskets as State broke away after halftime. Iowa’s Dave Gunther scored 18 and Augie Martel 17.
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