Scoring Race Tightens as Nelson Stumps
In the Mississippi Valley conference race, Don Nelson of Rock Island slipped to six points in a win over the Rocks, dropping his league total to 204 and average to 20.4. Clinton's Gary Lorenz closed to within two points with 204 and 18.5 average, as five league games remain. Ivan Cardner of Jefferson, Cedar Rapids, sits 11th with a 12.45 average.
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Montreal Hockey Star Injured in Practice Scrimmage
Montreal Canadiens star Geoffrion suffered a severe stomach rib area injury during a scrimmage in a practice session. A team spokesman said the injury appeared serious as he was taken to hospital. Geoffrion was tied for the league lead with 27 goals.
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Ambrose and Loras Basketball Game Rescheduled
Davenport report says the St Ambrose and Loras College basketball game is moved to Tuesday February 26 in Dubuque from the earlier Feb 26 plan due to a record snowstorm in the East preventing travel after an original Jan 21 date.
Nation's Golfers Record 3187 Holes-in-One in 1957
Golf Digest reports 1957 saw 3187 holes-in-one in the United States up 8 percent from 1956. Women accounted for 238 aces and men for 3949. The longest was 414 yards by Charles Hedrick at Intendenbrook in Lubback. notable long drives included 365 yards by George Allen at Furnace Brook, Wollaston. Mrs H Rubenstein posted the top women’s mark with 216 yards at Bonnie View Country Club.
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North Quincy
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H. Trubenstein
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Plymouth stands up to 58000 mile test drive
A pair of Plymouths, one fresh from assembly and one with 58000 miles on 58 days road test, are put through acceleration, gas economy, handling, and braking tests. The 58000 mile car performs almost like new with equal fuel efficiency and smooth ride, proving long term value and easy trade-in.
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New Plymouth
America
Karras Makes Wrestling Debut in Des Moines Show
AP reports Alex Karras, Hawkeyes tackle, begins pro wrestling career at Veterans Auditorium Des Moines, facing veteran Al Montana in a one fall match with a 40 minute limit. Promoter Pinky George notes potential future matches if Karras performs well Wednesday night.
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Alex Karras
Lawa Hawkeyes
Alle America Tackle
Veterans Auditorium
Karras
al Montana
Pinky George
Katies
Wrestler Plans Six Month Run With Champions
A wrestler announced a six month engagement with the Champions and will split the rest of the year between professional football with the Detroit Lions and training in August for a football return.
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Champions
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