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Newspaper

Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1956

Page

7

Saddler Scores TKO In 13th To Retain Crown

World featherweight champion Sandy Saddler defeated Fili pino Flash Elorde by technical knockout at 59 seconds of the 13th round to keep his 126 pound title. The bout drew about 5,000 spectators, with Saddler earning a $25,000 guarantee as fans booed the stoppage amid a bloody finish.

Saddler Associated Press San Francisco Sandy Saddler Flash Elorde Ray Flores Blorde Flores Robert Laddon Elorde Dr. Laddon Eddie James Johnny Bassinelli Lope Latreat Manila Wallace Bud) Smith Charley Johnston Sindy Johnston Berone Blotde

New Pymatuning bill would allow lakewide boating

Senator Rowland Mahany Republican floor leader says a bill introduces motor boats up to six horsepower for Pymatuning Lake beyond the southern zone with exceptions for sanctuaries. He notes House Democrats blocked a related measure last session and urges passage to satisfy recreation-minded residents.

Fymatunine Lake Rowland B. Mahany House

Hershey Climbs in Hockey Standings on Rough Night

Hershey moved within nine points of fourth place in the American Hockey League race after defeating the Erie Indians 2-0. The late-season clash featured standout efforts from Hastings and Grannin Hastings, with Springfield Kowls and Greenbuilers Ark listed among the players, as the Bears stayed in contention for Calder Cup playoffs.

Eprmafield Indians Cleveland Barons Merthey Indians Pune Wogouls Grannin Hastings Springfield Kowls

360 Gridders Taken In Draft

National Football League coaches have topped the college rank for 360 players eligible for service next fall, with UCLA leading colleges by producing several drafted stars. The draft list includes multiple players bound for possible Canadian league play and notes several Pittsburgh and Philadelphia selections in late rounds. Pittsburgh also signs two hurlers Lino Donoso and Nelson King, bringing their 1956 contracts to 15 players under contract. in hockey, American League score shows Bershey 6 Springfield 2.

Sy Assoctamnarres Los Angeles Ucla Bruins Bob Davenport Rommie Ray di Pasquale BUCS Pittsburgh Lino Donoso Nelson King Pittsburgh Pirates

Chester Lower Merion clash tops weekend prep hoops slate

Harrisburg reports show Chester aiming for a 13th straight win as it faces Lower Merion in a key eastern tile pursuit. Hazelton visits Allentown to challenge undefeated Canaries while State College meets Renovo in the Central State League.

Cogs Clamence Harrisburg Chester State College Renovo Elr Reading Hugh Steelton Farrell Wiloy

Tar Heels stun NC State 73 69 in ACC clash

North Carolina used a lone substitute and defeated No 3 North Carolina State 78 69 to hand the Wolfpack a setback after NC State hammered UNC 82 60 in Dixie Classic finals last month. Lennie Rosenbluth led UNC with 23 points while Ron Shaik scored 26 for NC State.

Associated Press North Carolina Tarheels North Carolina State Wolfpack Frank McGuire Dayton San Francisco Walloping Janova Louisville Memphis State St. Louis DePaul West Virginia Pitt Georgia ‘Tech Furman Darrell Floyd Columbia Yale Lennie Rosenbluth State Ron Shayllk Carolina Jerry Vayda Vic Molodet ACC Tar Heels Duke Blue Devils Flyers Villanova Bill Uhi Searers Charley ‘Tyra Jim Morgan Herb Harrah Grady’Smith St Gauis

WOTR Radio Log Highlights Friday to Monday

WOTR Radio Log lists sign on at 6 45 s News and Sports 8 00 Morning Devotions Rev John Shaw 8 15 Friday Another Chance 30 Mr Dee Jay o Saturday Wit Parade 10 20 Saturday Beavers vs Meadville Basketball Sam Baressi announcer 11 00 Ringo Monday through Friday

John Shaw Dee Jay O Beavers Vn Meadville Sam Baressi Ringo Alliance Church Services Tim Jones Happy Gang Moody Cunningham J. B. Kelly Dick Winans Hayseed Iroquois Sporta

Green Is Dukes Do-Everything Guy In 33 Days

Duquesne star Sihugo Green is described as the Dukes do-everything player. The senior leads in scoring and rebounding and serves as playmaker and defender while shifting from forward to center after Dick Ricketts’ graduation. Last season he scored 551 points, a team record, at 24 per game.

Green Dukes Sihugo Green Duquesne

All-America candidate urged to shoot more by coach

Speedy Negro standout Green, a driving force for the team, has been urged by Coach Dutley Moore to shoot more this season. Li remains a team player, initially reluctant, yet has accumulated 337 points in 14 games.

Dutley Moore Green

Bowling Stars Trim Score Parade With 635 Series

Rosario Caruso led last night’s bowling action posting a 635 series on games of 215 201 and 219. Other notable scores included Laurse Baker 226 Fred Haenel 221 Lou Hurlbert 224, Dick Hurlbut 200, and Bertha Crowell 183 in women’s play. In pro basketball Boston 05 Fort Wayne 90, Minneapolis 105, Philadelphia 94, Rochester 108, New York 104.

Rosario Caruso Fred Haenel Dule Bunnell Dick Hurlbut Lou Hurlbert Low Jensen Laurse Baker Fred Christensen Jack Castor Joe Gersina Bertha Crowell Boston Fort Wayne Minneapolis Philadelphia Rochester New York

Briggs Says Tigers Still Up For Sale

Detroit sources report Detroit Tigers franchise remains for sale though Spike Briggs cautions the sale will not go to the highest bidder. Trustees include Briggs and his four sisters as they seek a safe long term owner to avoid a money driven collapse of the club and ball park.

Amoomba Rress Detroit Detroit Tigers Sao Spike Briggs Kor Briggs Tigers Gers Beirs Walter ©. Briggs Tiger Bill Voook Cleveland T

Sale whispers link Veeck to hive interests in St Louis

Briggs notes multiple groups mentioned Veeck by name during inquiries about the hive sale. He finds it odd that several parties name him rather than a single organizer, suggesting wider speculation about his involvement.

Dians St. Louis Brown D Hive Veeck Briggs

Durocher Steps Down From NBC Comedy Hour Role

Hollywood report says former baseball manager Leo Durocher is temporarily out as master of ceremonies for NBC Televisions Comedy Hour. A network spokesman cited other commitments and limited appearances. NBC planned this Sunday's show without a host and expects Durocher to return later, despite a $50,000 yearly contract and two already aired episodes.

J Durocher Raw Press Hollywood Leo Durocher Durocher NBC Ed Sullivan CBS NBG

Kentucky Wesleyan Beats Western Kentucky In Close Match

Kentucky Wesleyan wins 70 to 66 over Western Kentucky. Dayton defeats Villanova 60 to 11. St Louis scores 89 against DePaul. Oklahoma City tops Seattle 74 to 70. Michigan State has allowed only two touchdowns in its last five games.

Kentucky Wesleyan Western Kentucky Dayton Villanova St. Lois DePaull Oklahoma City Seattle Michigan State

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