Open division Golden Gloves picks stir local hype
The Gazette weighs open division contenders for the Golden Gloves tournament at the Coliseum with a long list of favorites from Central City Muscatine and Waterloo. Top prospects include Sammy Humble John Ernst Ed Rennison Gene Wilson Rick Belafonte Bob Morehead and others while observers note the rise in youth interest driven by prize trips to Chicago and media attention.
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90 Golden Gloves in Action Tonight at Memorial Coliseum
The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports the 22nd annual Golden Gloves set for two nights at Memorial Coliseum with a full card of novice and open bouts. Former champions and 90 fighters, including Smitty and rising contenders, prepare as weigh-ins occur and teams vie for trophies amid high local interest.
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Dittmer Tops Rolling At 2nd Base in Trade Reflections
The Elkader native Jack Dittmer, traded Tuesday from the Milwaukee Braves to the Detroit Tigers, says the move was a big break for him though he recognizes it as a new challenge. He focuses on proving himself with his new club and seizing the opportunity at second base.
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Dittmer Signs 1957 Tigers Contract, Heads to Florida Camp
Jack Dittmer signed his 1957 contract with the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday and sent it back by mail, stating he is satisfied with the deal. He will depart Saturday for Lakeland, Florida, to join Tiger manager Jack Tighe in a Detroit baseball school.
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Favor Brown To Keep His Title Tonight
MIAMI BEACH AP Joe Brown faces ex-champ Wal lace Bud Smith in a world lightweight title defense likely to hinge on Brown’s hand injury from the last match. Duilio Loi Kenny Lane and Larry Boardman are next in line for the 135 pound crown with NBC TV and ABC coverage planned. Brown predicts a finish by the 10th round as he seeks a decisive rematch and continued reign despite Smith’s bid to reclaim the title.
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Wilson Clinches Shared City Title Drama With Franklin
Wilson's Ramblers face a 48 hour wait to learn if they win the City conference outright or share the title with Franklin. After a tense Tuesday night effort at Coe Fieldhouse, Wilson moved closer by beating City Standings and leaving Thursday's Franklin at Roosevelt showdown to decide supremacy. If Roosevelt defeats Wilson, the crown goes solely to Wilson. a Franklin win would force a tie.
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Iowa Wesleyan Girls Trounce Texans 63 42
Clarendon Texas worded game summary shows Iowa Wesleyan Tigerettes beat Clarendon Junior College 63 to 42. Barbara Sipes scored 21, Clara Jones led Texas with 18, Sandy Fiete added seven after transferring to guard. Tigerettes meet Wayland College next, aiming to end its 85 game streak.
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