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Corry Evening Journal

Location

Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1961

Page

7

Buckeyes and Bearcats Duel as NCAA Title Fit Stirs Kansas City

Ohio State and Cincinnati, ranked Nos. 1 and 2, clash for NCAA crown amid long interstate rivalry. Ohio State, led by Jerry Toews, rolled past St Joseph's 95-05 and holds a brace of 39-year-era firsts in a nationally televised semifinal setting. Cincinnati, coached by Ed Diner, defeated Utah 2% to 8 in a fast-paced bout, with Paul Houge scoring 21 as four Bearcats hit double figures. The Buckeyes hold a 58-20 halftime lead, and the teams meet with Ohio State favored to win.

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Pigou Fernandez Slug It Out On TV Tonight

Pigou and Fernandez clash in a ten round television bout at Madison Square Garden on ABC TV with promoter hype and potential title implications. Rinaldi outpoints Rodriguez in Rome, signaling a busy fight night and shifting odds.

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Hickory Set To Meet Nanticoke In Class A Final Match

Hickory Township and Nanticoke clash in the Class A state basketball final, a rarity as neither District 1 nor District 7 champions reach the title. Nanticoke stars 6-foot-0 guard Lewins seeks to counter Ken Legins, a top AP All-State candidate. Both teams boast 25-1 records entering the showdown.

Harrisburg Hickory Township Nanticoke PIAA Igh Mmne Philadelphia WPIAL Hickory Pennsylvania Jit Mercer County Sharon Farrell Ken Legins Associated Press Rnnerup Cokers Sy Bodinski Lewins Bill Jams George Yanehek Joe Shepela Bodinski Dick Kilewiak Levins Hornets Greene John Crimbacher Francis Webster Gary Roberts Bil Lena Denny Lefussier Lendl Ike Klewlals Sfoot Webster

Fort Cherry Triumphs In State B Diadem

Fort Cherry High School clinched the PIAA Class B state basketball championship with a 51-41 victory over St. Clair at Pitt Field House Friday night. Coach Ed Hope praised his tired but resilient players and credited assistant Leo Gispanaki for key guidance as the Cherry boys sealed the win despite late fatigue and shooting woes.

Pittsburgh Port Cherry High School Ed Hope St. Clair Pitt Pri Hope Port Cherry Leo Gispanaki Hickory Bia Wolf Wolf

Lakers rout Hawks to grab 24 point series lead

Los Angeles coach Fred Schaus said the Lakers are on track for the Western Division title after a 118 to 112 win over St. Louis. He noted two of the next three games would be on the Lakers' floor as the best of seven series continues in Los Angeles at the state college gym.

Lakers St. Louis Hawks LOS Angeles Fred Schaus National Basketball Association St. Louis Schaus Hawks Los Angeles State College Homer Reis Tom Davis Wrerth Tigers Joe Grzenda Dodgers Senators Dodger Bo Marty Keough Werth Ed Hobaugh Onlandy Cepedius Uservury Fotapr Ting Ting Onlbunsl Vic Cubs Don Ammer Billy Williams Ned Garver Vancouver Angels

Tanley Cup Playoffs Last Night's Results Report

Detroit at Toronto leads the best of seven series 1 0 after last night. Tomorrow Montreal at Chicago and Toronto at Detroit are listed with the series tied 1 1 and Bay in Corry serves as a note.

Detroit Toronto Montreal Chicago

Keg Tourney Opens With Multiple Bowing Shifts

Local Keglers begin the annual City Bowling Association event at Bowl-Aire today. Three shifts today and two rounds tomorrow include team events at 4 and 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. doubles and singles. Tomorrow starts at 1:30 for teams and 4 p.m. for doubles and singles. E. H. Anderson serves as manager as the four day tourney runs into next weekend.

Bowl-Aire City Bowling Association E. Anderson CBA

John Kelsey Wins YMCA Diving Title

John Kelsey captured the senior diving title at the Western Regional YMCA championships in Butler High School. Corry High divers also placed, with Dave McMulin 11th in seniors and Jim Mong fourth in preps. Local swimmers and divers advance to Gettysburg State Championship events.

Jonn Iseley Wnor Wen RC Ab Butler Corry High Pennsylvania Corry Dave McMulin Jim Mong Ken Lovey Ulman Corry Butler High School Butler Ymca New Kensington Ymca Aquatic Club Gettysburg College

NIT Final Pits St Louis Against Friars at MSG

St Louis University and Providence College meet in the 24th National Invitation Tournament final at Madison Square Garden. The Friars advance with fast offense while the Billikens are cautious, preferring the first good shot over a perfect look, NBC televised at 4 p.m. EST.

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Hebert Maintains One-Stroke Lead At Sunshine Open

Jay Hebert held a narrow one-stroke lead at halfway in the Sunshine Open in Miami Beach as he totaled 134 after two rounds. The field remained tightly bunched with leaders within a stroke of his score.

Hebert Miami Beach Fla Jay Hebert

Mantle Seeks Breakout Year in Exhibition Burst

Mickey Mantle of the New York Yankees displays strong power and contact in a spring exhibition upstart, hitting a trio of doubles and driving in runs as he eyes a peak season. Teammate Hector Lopez and Roger Maris contribute in a broader lineup showing, while pitchers struggle in early grappling matchups. The Red Sox and Pirates also post wins in the ongoing pre season, with notable performances from Malzone, Larsen, and Callison as clubs sharpen for the regular season.

Mickey Mantle New York Muutikous Mantle White Sox Amoviesu League Mintle Leomer Funes Metis Startling Averswe Awiieeutun Baltimore Minnesota St. Las Milwaukee Philadelphia Los Angeles Dodgers Detroit Washington Dodgers Bo Wam San Francisco Vancouver Los Angeles Angels Hector Lopez Bobby Richardsit Deron Jolson Roger Manis Jun Pizzaro Ave Red Sox Indians Frank Malzone Boston Bill Montauquette Kansas City Don Larsen We Pirates Burness Roe Nelson Pittsboros Gene Stephens Twins Cards Julian Javier Braves Phils John Callison

Redskins Ordered To Hire Negro Gridders

Washington owner George Preston Marshall faces pressure from Interior Secretary Udall to hire Black players if the team is to play in the new District Stadium. Marshall welcomed discussion and signaled willingness to debate the issue, while Udall warned of possible legal action over discrimination and tied the matter to a National Park Service project.

Washington Stewart L. Udall George Preston Marshall Washington Redskins Fudall Yean Marshall Udall National Park Service

George Cooklis Leads Erie Southpaw Bowling Tourney

George Cooklis, a noted lefthander from Corry, competes in the Erie Southpaw Bowling Tourney with 125 lefthand keglers. The event offers 130 dollars for first prize this year, and Cooklis was slated to bowl at 4 PM along with rivals from multiple teams entering the classic.

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Palmer Honored in New YorkGolf Icon Wins 1961 Prize

Arnold Palmer, winner of the 1960 major title, received a February 1961 award in New York. The ceremony celebrated Palmer’s achievements in professional golf and highlighted his continued impact on the sport.

Palmer New York Arnold Palmer

Beate Three Leagues Lead Night Bowling Scores

Beate Three Leagues featured six high scores led by Lionel Tripp with a 225 in the Knights of Columbus League. Art Pitts added 219 for runners up in the same loop, Cy Guiyna rolled 202, Joe Majec 201, and Karl Slayton hit 218 in Mixed Doubles. Pete Russell Ur posted 200 as another notable mark. Curry Jamestown Owls League failed to register a title.

Uity’s Innes Lionel Tripp Knights of Columbus Art Pitts Laurels Cy Giuyna Joe Majec Detrault Karl Slayton

Betsy Rawls Leads by Two Strokes at Bradenton Open

Betsy Rawls holds a two stroke lead at halfway of the Bradenton Women's Open in Florida. Rawls president of the Ladies Professional Golf Association posted a 36 hole total of 148 after shooting a sparkling one over par 72 on the 6332 yard DeSoto Likes course.

Betsy Rawls Bradenton Fla Miss Rawls Ladies Professional Golf Association DeSoto

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