Phog Allen Retires as Kansas Coach After 1949 Assistant Set to Lead
Dr. Forrest C. Pog Allen, Kansas basketball coach and dean of U.S. coaches, retires effective June 30. Dick Harp, Allen’s longtime assistant since 1949, will succeed him as coach. Wilt Chamberlain, a seven foot standout, has just joined the team as a freshman and is expected to impact next season.
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Fate of Packers hinges on next Tuesday ballot
The fate of the Green Bay Packers and their 27 year Wisconsin tie to the city and NFL rests on a Tuesday ballot. Voters will decide whether to approve a 3.96 million bond to finance a new or remodeled stadium for the Packers and local schools. If rejected, the Packers may relocate to Buffalo Milwaukee Minneapolis or Miami in coming years.
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Semi Pro Penn York League Hopes Corry Returns
Spike Nelson of Frewsburg says Ty Crandall has been contacted to organize a Penn York semi pro baseball club in Corry. Officials warn revival faces hurdles and no concrete steps yet. Rocky Marciano, reigning heavyweight champion, declines to comment on retirement rumors.
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East West Cage Sars To Vie In Benefit Game
East West cage stars square off in a benefit game at Madison Square Garden for the Fresh Air Fund. Coach Bucky OConnor of Town leads the West with All-America Bill Russell and K Jones, facing an East squad featuring top college players. Four players were ruled ineligible for turning pro, including Green Heinsohn and Mojeus.
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Cherif Hamia Upset Winner Over Carmela Costa
New York Madison Square Garden hosted a featherweight bout where Cherif Hamia 25 France won a split decision over Carmela Costa 21 Brooklyn to claim his pro debut US victory. Hamia staggered Costa in rounds two three and eight, extending his unbeaten streak to 10 while Costa saw his seven fight win streak end. The bout drew 1,500 spectators and television viewers as Hamia expressed readiness for top contenders including champion Sandy Saddler.
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Pirates Put Hurler Paul Martin On Retired List
BIRMINGHAM Ala The Pittsburgh Pirates announced that bonus pitcher Paul Martin has asked to be placed on the voluntary retired list. Club officials sent his request to the National League. Martin who received 8 bonuses of $30,000 last summer complained of an injured arm from winter league pitching and returned home to Fayette City Pa.
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Giants struggle to finish lineup as spring ends
Giants manager Bill Rigney faces open positions across the infield four weeks into spring workouts. Shortstop Alvin Dark is unsettled, Henry Thompson struggles at the plate, and at first second and left field alternatives are being weighed. Beddie Bressoud remains a fallback option in case of emergencies as Rigney seeks solidification. Wayne Terwilliger leads infield defense but more pieces are needed.
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Littler Holds To Azales Open Lead
Wilmingtion N C golfer Littler remained the pace setter as the Azales Open reached its third round with 137 players, including six rivals within one stroke, led by a crowded chase behind Littler’s 186 total. Stan Leonard Arnold Palmer and George Bayer were among the group within reach as Palmer failed to convert closing attempts.
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Perry Winstead of San Bernardino Calif has been appointed associate se pions director of Little League Baseball in Williamsport Pa The text notes Gull Harris Dusty Rhodes Whitey Lockman Bill White Roberta Rogovin and Ralph Terry as players in spring training with teams such as the Phillies Yankees and Phillies competing in the cactus league and AL innings.
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Pro Cage Series Opens For Title By Warriors Fort Wayne
The Philadelphia Warriors and Fort Wayne meet in a best of seven NBA final opener telecast nationwide. Under first year coach George Senesky the Warriors seek a historic title comeback after a 1946-47 crown. Philadelphia held best overall record and hosts game one amid home strength doubts.
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Jones Released From Hospital After Beaning Incident
Clearwater Florida Willie Jones, former Phillies third baseman, was released from Morton Plant Hospital after being beaned by a pitch from Don Newcamie in an exhibition against the Brooklyn Dodgers. Doctors will monitor his equilibrium for a few days.
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Allegheny Swimmer Reaches NCAA Final in Backstroke
Cox finished sixth in the 200 yard backstroke at the NCAA meet at Yale, clocking 2 13.7. Lincoln Hurring of the University of Town won in 2 15.0. Cox set an Allegheny record in prelims with 2 12.7, his best yet.
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