Cerdan Tops Zale In 12 Round Thriller Fight
Boxing writer notes Marcel Cerdan defeated Tony Zale in a 12 round bout after a round 11 hiatus. Hurley predicted Cerdan would win by knockout or wide margin, citing Cerdan’s power and mobility. The column places the bout in a historical French champions lineage and contrasts Hollywood hype with real boxing history.
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Tony Zale
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Andy Niederreiter
Cerdan Beats Zale in 12th Round Technical Knockout
Marcel Cerdan battered Tony Zale at Roosevelt Stadium before 19 272 fans, securing a technical knockout in the 12th after Zale could not continue. Cerdan’s win preserves his claim to the world middleweight title, with a June rematch possibility pending retirement decisions.
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National Boxing Association
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Illini Back Elevated
In Champaign Illinois Sophomore Sam Piazza moved into the No 2 left half back spot on the Illinois football squad as of Wednesday advancing in the depth chart for the season ahead.
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Sam Piazza
Ilinois
Standings and results from the National and American Leagues
Tuesday's results show Boston, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Brooklyn, Cincinnati, Philadelphia, New York, and Chicago posting wins. Probable pitchers are listed for Wednesday with cross-league matchups. A Cedar Rapids Knights of Columbus speech highlighted Hawk Eyes spirit and team schedule difficulties.
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Eric Wilson Predicts Hawks "Fighting Team"
University of Iowa sports publicity chief Eric Wilson forecasts a fighting Hawks squad, signaling high expectations for the team’s upcoming season and performance.
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Braves Can Cinch Pennant As Indians Face Red Sox
The Boston Braves can clinch their pennant today as the Indians host the Red Sox in a key AL race with first place on the line. Feller starts for Cleveland against Dobson as Boston seeks a two game lead with eight games left. crowd around 80,000 expected at Municipal Stadium.
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Braves
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Xitnor League Playoffs Update
Results from Tuesday night show Milwaukee at Columbus in the American Association with the series continuing Friday and Wednesday games upcoming.
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