Wolverines Aim for Unbeaten Season in Local Clash
The Wolverines, led by Haden and seven veterans from last year, roll to 17 straight wins and need only defeat Johnsonburg to finish undefeated in the regular season. Corry High previews Sheffield’s potential in a pre season scrimmage as Warren County’s strong team dominates.
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Floyd Tops College Basketball Scoring Race Amid Strong Season
The article notes Floyd leading the college scoring derby after trailing Ohio State’s Robin Freemitt. Freeman averages 31.1 per game with 57 in 16 outings, while Joe Holip of George Washington is poised to set a new field goal percentage record at .644, a phenom in efficient shooting.
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Sport Shorts recounts and rumors from city sports scene
The brief notes cover a busy weekend with bowling and football chatter. Mentions include a men’s city bowling tournament kicking off on Mazel 11, Jave entering the field, and two appearances by Jor Nowris of Chicago. Also referenced are coaching changes at Notre Dame, a Steelers quarterback rumor, and various minor league notes about players and teams, all in a brisk, untidy vignette.
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Statue Of Mack To Be Erected In Philadelphia
A Philadelphia plan proposes a Moratorium style memorial statue of Mack showing baseball power in a family pose to be placed in Reyburn Park opposite Connie Mick Bradium. tentative plans move toward city approval as consideration continues amid last night’s boxing results in New York and Philadelphia.
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Erskine Lehman Key Pitchers In Brooklyn Plans
Dodgers manager Walt Alston relies on staff strength with veterans Carl Erskine and rookie Ken Lehman to power this year’s pennant drive. Erskine reports stronger, leaner after a pneumonia bout and aims to win more after seasons of 20 and 18. Lehman adds weight for stamina and has added a knuckleball and changeup after a 22‑game Montreal win season. Other camps note Cardinals Darkerson, Cubs Pegoda, and White Sox intrasquad work, while Crandall, Buhl, Kline, Stone and Altobelli sign contracts.
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Castellani 2-1 Favorite To Defeat Sullivan Tonight
New York Rocky Castellani, 2-1 favorite, quits outside work for boxing to seek a title shot in a Madison Square Garden ten round radio television bout with England’s John L. Sullivan. Castellani says he plans to box exclusively and cites recent losses and a long career as motivation. He lists many opponents and recalls past fights while aiming for a flyweight title opportunity.
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Schedule Set for PIAA Basketball Elimination Tournament
Harrisburg reports Class A champions and byes for rounds across districts 6 10 and 11 with first round games due by March 16. Somerset, the District 5 title holder, meets District 7 CWPIAL champion in a first round game as districts finalize sites dates and pairings for the state tournament through March 24 at the Palestra.
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Phillies Count On Rogovin To Spark 1949 Season
Clearwater report says Phillies manager Mayo Smith believes Saul Rogovin a former American League discard will be a big winner for Philadelphia this year if he stays awake. Rogovin, who can fall asleep anywhere, has struggled with sleeping sickness, yet showed promise after being signed as a free agent last August.
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Kline Signs Contract With Pirates In 1956 Deal
Pittsburgh Pirates signed 24 year old right hander Ronnie Kline from Gallery Pennsylvania to a 1956 terms. Four players remain unsigned Toby Atwell Jack Shepard Roberto Clemente and Red Munger.
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Plan Innovations in Cincinnati Air Conditions Crosley Field
The Cincinnati Reds announced yesterday that player dugouts and most of the press box at Crosley Field will be air conditioned before summer. This marks the first major league venture of its kind.
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Beavers Wind Up 1955-56 Cage Season At Titusville
Corry Area High meets Titusville in the final 1955-56 basketball game coached by Vic Cragg. The Beavers, 7-9, aim for a season sweep and sixth win as they host the Tigers in a late bout after a 60-4 victory over Corry’s charges. Key players include Linski Welchit Voisin and Voisin take on Titusville’s Hoffmier Buser. Volkin leads Treed scoring for the visitors.
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Barber Sets Pace In Houston Open
Jerry Barber, 40, California pro, leads Houston Open second round by a stroke after a 67 at Memorial Park. Bill Casper Jr trails with 68 while Jack Burke Jr. birdied late to join Casper on 68. Gary Middlecoff struggles with rough drives in light wind.
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Joseph’s Hoping To Play In NIT To Arata Pron
Philadelphia report notes St Josephs aims for a berth in the National Invitation Tournament while Temple and Lafayette are cited as likely competitors. Hawks center Bill Lyrich, in his fourth year, may be ineligible for NCAA play, affecting the team’s postseason plans.
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Bowling Stars Lead Night With Top Individual Scores
JOC Batuckl and 227 topple field as high scores roll in the league bowling action. Weis 202, Joldlainoukt 298, Vario 218, Coan 210, Johnson 217, Loveland 204, Boks 200, Tombo 218, Bohat 216. Helen Boyt 192 headlines the women’s strong showing with Hnatyaxyn 180, Orn 187, Ample 187, Chase 189 in supportive followups.
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St Francis of Brooklyn Falls to lona in key upset
St Francis of Brooklyn, once riding an 18 game win streak, lost 07 to 6 to lona in a pivotal matchup. The Terriers failed to contain outside shooting from Larry Blaney and Ralph Savarese, and Joe Bernardi led lona with 19 points. Xavier beat Eastern Kentucky 72 70 as Davidson clinched Southern Conference berth with a 79 73 win over VMI. Virginia defeated Maryland 73 60 to finish sixth in the ACC/Coast standings.
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Boston Star Duel Sparks 141 Percent Display
Boston match featured Walter Byars outpacing rival Bobby Murphy with a 141 percent performance in a brisk contest. Officials noted sharp pace and crowd interest, while Byars secured a decisive edge as the meet unfolded between local clubs.
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