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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1960
Page
4
In 24 hours the Childress Bobcats toppled from an undefeated streak to a 0 0 non district record. Friday they traveled to Vernon and trailed by 2 points at one stage before losing 51 46. Saturday the Pompé Harvesters visited for a further defeat.
Harvesters pulled away after a slow start to defeat the Quanah Indians 74 to 51. Stroud scored 13 in the second quarter helping a 38 to 26 halftime lead while Pat Carter and Stroud paced the offense. Bobcats’ James Self led A with 15 and Travis McCain held to 12.
Sugar Ray Robinson discussed retirement after a 15 round draw with Gene Fullmer in Los Angeles. Robinson weighed 158 and three quarters pounds while Fullmer weighed 159. crowds booed as judges kept Robinson from a title win. Robinson cited movie offers and planned to decide in a few days while Moore prepared for a possible April title defense.
Johnny Pott surged from three behind Sammy Snead with a final round 68 to win the West Palm Beach Open. Snead finished second at 278, Art Wall took third, and Bobby Nichols tied for fourth while Arnold Palmer shared fifth with others.
Stith leads St Bonaventure with 27 points in a 92-39 win as Indiana Kansas Utah State and St Johns post strong showings. Upcoming contrasts include Ohio State vs Davis Davis Cal Stanford, and several high profile clashes across the nation with UCLA Kansas State and North Carolina on the schedule.
George Bayer opened with a 65 to set a four round pace in the West Palm Beach Open, then shot 75 in the second round as Johnny Pott surged to victory. Fellow pros debate lead pressure with Don Finsterwald noting Bayer’s strength while Arnold Palmer weighs the challenge of holding the front.
College basketball results list multiple games with scores including Kent State over Clemson 79 to 65, Syracuse 74 over Massachusetts 61, Oklahoma 60, Minnesota 56, Texas Western 62, UCLA 9, Gonzaga 80 over Washington 77, Brigham Young 55 over Santa Clara 57, and other regional matchups across the season. Players and teams named include Kent State, Clemson, Syracuse, Massachusetts, Oklahoma, Minnesota, Texas, Northwestern, UCLA, Tulsa, Arizona State, Oregon State, Colorado State, New Mexico, Hardin-Simmons, North Texas State, Oregon College of Education, Oregon Tech, Linfield, Pacific, Cal State Fullerton, Santa Barbara, Taft, St. Marys, Long Beach, Pomona College, California Baptist, Gonzaga, Washington, Montanza, Idaho, Seattle Pacific, Central Washington, Occidental, Cal Poly Pomona, East Oregon, Stanford, Utah, Willamette, Lewis & Clark, Colorado College, Mary Kansas, and Whitman.
United Press provides International Pairings for this week’s Temacas schoolboy semifinals with team records and point totals. Matches include Wichita Falls vs Fort Worth Paschal in Wichita Falls and Port Arthur vs Corpus Christi Miller in Corpus Christi.
United Press International reports the Boston Celtics travel to Los Angeles to face the Lakers in the lone NBA game tonight at the Los Angeles Sports Arena. Celtics seek to silence doubters as they chase a victory amid a season of title expectations.
The standings show Los Angeles and Dallas leading their divisions with win loss records and points for and against. Key results include New York, Detroit, Baltimore, Cleveland, Washington, Green Bay, Chicago, Philadelphia, St. Louis, and San Francisco with various scores. The Western Division lists Los Angeles, Dallas, Oakland, Denver, and Denver again with different marks and scores, followed by New York defeating Denver 30 to 27.
Baseball talks swirl with Los Angeles showing interest in Elston Howard while New York seeks added pieces. Cards, Braves, and Phillies negotiate Bruton and Farrell deals as Lane presses for new trades. Red Sox and Pirates discuss Dick Schofield and Bill Monbouquette amid playful barbs.
United Press International reports the April 17 1955 Java landslide death toll at 405, the worst loss of life from such a slide on record.
Kids Class B winner L. J. Halford. Kids feature winner Halford. Men's Class B winner Carroll Seal. Men's Class C winner Harold Halford. Men's Feature winner Ramond Love. Childress Kart Club members urged to attend a Tuesday 7:30 meeting at the Court House to plan end of season championship races.
Bowling analysis notes common flaw rushing the line spoiling rhythm and causing fouls. Early strides set later steps. shortening to a small shuffle with the right foot keeps delivery compact and accurate, reaching the proper spot for the shot.
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