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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1965

Page

6

Clay Eyes Terrell Bout After Patterson KO Victory

Cassius Clay won a one sided 12th roundTechnical knockout over Floyd Patterson at the Convention Center in Las Vegas. He said he would consider Ernie Terrell next within three months if he is the best man and the public wants it. Patterson apologized for not giving a better fight and praised Clay, while referee Harry Krause noted Clay showed potential for greatness.

Las Vegas Nev Cassius Clay Floyd Patterson Ernie Terrell Clay Muhammad Ali Patterson Convention Center Terrell Madison Square Garden Harry Markson New York Louisville

Patterson vs Clay ends with clash for heavyweight crown

The article recalls the heavyweight rivalry between Floyd Patterson and Cassius Clay with title fights and bond agreements. Clay, at 6 3 and rising speed, defeats Patterson in a fierce bout taunting and outboxing him with precise jabs and combos. Patterson’s legacy includes two heavyweight titles and multiple defenses.

Rematch bout review at RKO Iowa theater long count

The crowd watched a long exhibition as Cassius Clay dominated Floyd Patterson, with Ali's speed on display and Patterson hobbling through the rounds. Critics argued Clay carried Patterson to avoid a weak finish and feared another one round fiasco would hurt boxing's appeal.

Rko-Iowa Patterson Chester Cassius

Evy Will Speak At Regis Banquet

Town Athletic Director Forest Evashevski will be the featured speaker at the Regis high football banquet Saturday December 4. The event begins at 6 40 p m in the school and honors all football players. Tickets cost 3 50 and are available at the school or from any football player with Tait Cummins of WMT as master of ceremonies.

Forest Evashevski Regis High Tait Cummins WMT

Upper Iowa Peacocks Eye Fourth Straight Iowa Title

USU coach Stan Jack says the 1985 66 Peacocks look strong after a 21 5 season and NAIA tourney appearance. Veterans Albers and Crabtree led scoring last year at 21.8, with a deep roster and potential standout guards and forwards forming this year's starting mix.

Fayette Stan Jack Upper Iowa University Stan Peacocks Iowa Upper Iowa Kansas City Fairmont al Albers Keystone Jim Crabtree Wheaton Ill

Clay Defeats Patterson in 12 Rounds as Ridicule Flows

Cassius Clay overwhelms Floyd Patterson in a 12 round technical knockout. Patterson, gracious in defeat, credits Clay as a tremendous fighter but says he gained only confidence from the loss. Clay mocks Patterson’s beliefs during the bout and causes controversy with taunting remarks.

Cassius Clay Floyd Patterson Clay

USC's Garrett Wins Heisman Trophy in New York

USC halfback and leading rusher Mike Garrett was named the Heisman Trophy winner in New York. Tulsa receiver Howard Twilley finished second, with Illinois fullback Jim Grabowski third as he broke Red Grange's rushing record.

New York Mike Garrett Southern California Howard Twilley Tulsa Jim Grabowski Llinois Red Grange

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