Alston Named NL Manager of the Year by UPI
Walt Alston of the Los Angeles Dodgers, a Carrtown Ohio native and longtime Dodger executive, was chosen by a 24-member UPI panel as the National League Manager of the Year. He led the Dodgers to the 1963 pennant and a World Series sweep of the Yankees, marking his third championship with the club and his most satisfying season.
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West's Tony Williams Voted Back of Week by UPI
Davenport West halfback Tony Williams and Des Moines East end Steve Smith were named UPI Iowa Back and Lineman of the Week. Williams scored three touchdowns in a 24-6 win over Davenport Assumption, with a 735 rushing yards and eight TDs in five games. Smith starred in East’s 32-0 win over Mason City, aiding a strong defense. Runners up: Duke Strever, Bob Bowman. quarterbacks Chuck Roland and Larry Halverson noted for standout performances.
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Aaron Edges Mays for NL slugging title in close race
Hank Aaron of the Milwaukee Braves edged Willie Mays of the Giants for the National League slugging crown. Aaron posted 370 total bases in 631 at bats for a .586 average with 201 hits and 44 homers. Mays had a .582 slugging mark on 347 total bases with 187 hits and 38 homers. Harmon Killebrew led the AL with 45 homers and 286 total bases for a .555 average.
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Lange Wright Move to SCI’s First Unit This Season
Cedar Falls seniors Dick Lange and Dennis Porky Wright were promoted to the top quarterback duo by coach Stan Sheriff. Lange returns from a knee injury as the season’s first starter after sitting out two games, completing three of eight passes for 28 yards against Drake and directing a 78 yard second half touchdown drive.
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Jeff Harriers Defeat Wash in 9 13 Cross Country Meet
Jefferson varsity cross country defeated Washington 9 to 13 at Ellis Park on Tuesday. Dick Forcst won the 1.5 mile race in 8 minutes 13.5 seconds. Washington sophomores edged Jefferson 10 to 13 with Williams finishing in 5 minutes 33.3 seconds.
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SCI Frosh Face Wartburg in Home Stand Opener
Cedar Falls Iowa State College freshmen start a three game home stretch Thursday at 7 30 p m against Wartburg frosh Fresh off a 12 0 road win over Mankato State freshmen head coach Don Hart will use Canadian born Gordon Irwin at quarterback with Dave Matthews Corning at left half Rod Franz Sioux City at right half and Don Parker Hawkeye at fullback Starting ends are Richard Price Davenport and Tom Mick Audubon Interior linemen are Phil Roberts Reinbeck and Loren Lee Schleswig Guards are Gary Kelley Algona and Dennis Mulford Park Forest Ill Center is Ron Owen Bettendorf.
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Regis Freshmen Beat Regina Iowa City 18 13
Hank Ryan scored two touchdowns including a 65 yard run. Steve O Connell threw two passes one to Ryan and one to Rick Dvorak as Regis defeated Regina of Iowa City 18 to 13.
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Johnny Persol and Johnny Alford Jazz Acts in Philadelphia
Johnny Persol and Johnny Alford headline a Philadelphia show with 172 percent and 1702 performances reported by The Associated Press. The brief notes the act in New York area press schedulings but provides scant details of venue or date.
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Tipton Tops Prairie 18-7 in Eighth Grade Football
Tipton defeated Prairie 18-7 on Tuesday after building an 18-0 lead. Prairie's late score came on Mark Feye's 85 yard kickoff return, followed by Mike Tampir's extra point.
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Mustangs, Monticello Meet In Key Wamac Clash
Four unbeaten teams, including Independence and Monticello, square off at Independence with freshman sophomore action before a big varsity showdown that could decide the Wamac lead. Monticello relies on a rugged line and scoring threats Holmes Long and McElmeel while Independence eyes Cole Gates Payne and a deep roster.
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Scoring Mixup in Catholic Grade School Football
The Gazette corrects a report saying Tom Overly scored two touchdowns for Immaculate Conception in the Catholic Grade School league. It was actually Terry Overly, an eighth grader, who crossed the goal line in the last two games.
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Linn-Mar Bids For No. Six
Linn-Mar meets Edgewood Colesburg in a 7 30 p m track bid at Linn-Mar athletic field. The card lists multiple athletes with positions and numbers for both Linn-Mar and Edgewood Colesburg, including Q Bs and defensive roles, outlining entries and time and place for the event.
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Linn-Mar Faces Edgewood Colesburg In Home Football Tilt
Linn-Mar seeks a sixth win in seven games as Edgewood Colesburg makes its varsity football debut. Coach Paul Kerber will use the current lineup. Ron Robertson is out for the season with a knee injury. Edgewood Colesburg, 2-3, is led by Lou Schrader, previously at Story City.
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Don Blair Wins Grid Test at Adams School
Don Blair took first place with 1342 points in the football skills contest at Adams School. Gary Daman finished second with 1285 and Terry Overhulser placed third with 1274 in the playground and recreation commission event.
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When you need workers you need a Gazette want ad
A brief notice urging businesses to use the Gazette for job ads. It frames employment notices as essential to filling positions and reaching readers efficiently.
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