La Motta Robinson Title Bout Set for Chicago Tonight
Boxing fans expect Jake La Motta to defend his World middleweight crown against Ray Robinson in Chicago. The bout is billed as the “Light of the year” with 16 rounds and TV rights guaranteeing 975 000 plus 45 percent of gate. Robinson seen as favorite after a string of wins and a lower weight disadvantage noted by observers.
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Corry Beavers Fall to Meadville 47 42 in Hard Fought Clash
Meadville tops Corry 47 to 42 as Kiser and Bossard dominate boards. Spaulding scores 18 for Corry while Elchynski adds 13 and Davis 11 for Meadville in a tightly contested sectional clash. Referees Petrucelli and Harkins.
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Shiring Resigns State Boxing Post
Lou Shiring of Pittsburgh resigns after 2% years as deputy Pennsylvania State Athletic Commissioner. He cites friction with Holahan and lack of confidence in the role amid pressure from promoter interests and the ouster of John W. Montgomery.
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Meadville Defeats Corry 42 23 In Junior High Contest
Meadville junior high defeated Corry junior high 42 to 23 as Mel Eubanks led Meadville with 81 points and Jim Coates topped Corry with six. Meadville improved to 10 4 while handing Corry two losses this season.
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Robinson Still Heavy Favorite Over La Motta
Chicago Feb 14 Associated Press Sugar Ray Robinson, a power and skillful fighter, is favored to win the middleweight title from Jake La Motta in a Chicago Stadium bout. Estimated 12,500 fans and about $175,000 in receipts expected as Robinson seeks another title, while La Motta seeks an upset in a battle seen as likely to go the distance.
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Bowling leagues update from Ladies A and B divisions
In the Ladies A League last evening Leed's extended its lead by taking three from Superior Cleaners. Mabel Shoppe split with Page and Nichols. Raymond's and Thompson Maple Products also earned three points in other matches. In the Ladies B League Franz Furniture surged seven games clear, sweeping Avalon Center while Rossbacher's edged Domestic Sewing as Leed's and Bliss Cleaners split.
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Changes in grid rules accepted by PIAA
Harrisburg editors report the 1951 scholastic football rule changes drew broad approval from school administrators coaches and officials. The Pathlete editorial notes the PIAA changes reflect a crystallization of the current code with fewer proposed adjustments amid a push to let existing rules take hold.
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Cleveland Beats Cincinnati 5 to 1 in Hockey Showdown
Cleveland defeats Cincinnati 5 to 1 in a decisive hockey game showing strong offense. The match highlights Cleveland's aggressive play and defensive resilience.
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Meadville Narrowly Defeats Corry Seconds 34 24
Meadville HighSeconds topped Corry High seconds 34 24 after trailing 13 9 at halftime. Hilone led Meadville with 23 points while Gilson paced Corry with 13. In bowling Seven keglerettes reached the 175 Club with Jackson and Staples on top firing 192 176 and 127 180 respectively.
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Goilden Gloves Tourney Results Spark Local Ringside Note
In the 147 pound class Ralph Brennat of Butler defeated James Coppola of Ray A. In the 112 pound class Basil Blacksox of Aliquippa defeated Jackie Palmer of Sherry O’Leary Club.
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