Browns Fifth NFL Title Sets Mark for Rushing and Passing
The article notes Jim Brown of the Cleveland Browns setting a National Football League rushing record with 928 yards and 243 rushing attempts. Paul Hornung of Green Bay leads in scoring with 146 points, while Browns quarterback Otto Graham or the team’s passing totals headline the season awards. The piece highlights Brown achieving a fifth rushing title, Todd Plum and Lou Groza figures, and references 1960s era league leaders and team success for Cleveland and Green Bay.
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Jimmy Brown
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Paul Hornung
Arvil
MV Plum
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Holby Walston
Lou Groza
Green ‘Bay
Dick Buss
Los Angeles
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Ieder Anney
Tomty Davis
AL Anne Sions
Ali Woodson
Segard Avery
Hoke
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Lula Hiedte
Blanda Named AFL Player of the Year in Distinct Polls
George Blanda tops both AP and UPI selections as AFL player of the year. Sonny Jurgensen and Kim Phillips also receive recognition, with Raymond Berry and Dick Lynch among top finishers. The Oilers, Bears, and Chargers figure in season highlights and key performances across the league.
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Bart Sue
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Kim Philips
Los Angeles
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George Blanda
Raymond Berry
Houston Oilers
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Bhindi Taek
Redskins Laud Snead And Stats Agree
Washington fans hear praise for Snead and rookie quarterback Smead in the Redskins camp report. The piece compares Snead’s and new QB Meek’s early pace to Hall of Famer Baugh, notes Smead’s strong yardage and interceptions, and contrasts with Fran Tarkenton as a rising rookie.
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Norman Sheng
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Redskins
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Guls
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Bob Waterfield
Eidie LeBaton
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Nom Yan
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Walt Dallis
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Minnecola
Pepperdine Drops Football After 1969 Program End
Pepperdine University announced it will drop football effective immediately. The move ends the program after years of limited scholarships and senior players were affected.
Wilted Yule for Woody Pole Maus
A fragmented OCR item discusses Woody and a Rose Bowl prospect with garbled phrases. It references Hohlo State football and a Christmas card line, suggesting a seasonal note about a coach or player and a bowl game context. Names and details are unclear due to text distortion.
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Woody
Big Ten Produces Most NFL Players Says New Study
A study by Thomas identifies the Big Ten as the leading source of NFL talent over recent years. Michigan State tops the conference with four players in the NFL, Notre Dame accounts for 25, and Purdue Maryland Mississippi and Cal trail with 17 each over the period.
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Maryland
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All-America players set for major bowls in 1961 season
Five members of the 1961 All America team head to prominent bowls. The list includes Fihimy Saxton, Stephens of Minnesota, Winston of Louisiana, Jackie Neighbors of Alabama, and Jerry Hillebrandt of Colorado. Belton Fennson, Lave Behrman, and Alex Krall also earn spots though some miss local bowl appearances. Teams and bowls spread across Sugar, Rose, Gator, and Orange destinations with Michigan State, Arkansas, and UCLA among notable programs.
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Baylor
Bel Fennson
Osle State
Ruard Lave Behrman
Michigan State
Alex Krall
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Atalwunal
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Arkansas
Lame Arworth
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Emile Davis
Syramise
Meisnan
Teophy Winener
Philadelphia
Hill Mier
Piersall Tops Fielding Leaders Among AL Outfielders
Boston AP reports Piersall edged Lloyd Robinson for the league’s top outfield fielding percentage. Robinson led in value but fell short of the minimum games. Chicago White Sox rookie Piersall, traded from Cleveland, showed strong play in 10 games in the outfield. Other positions led by Dele Nunnels, Julhy Aparteis, Woorlie Held, Sherman Lollar, and Brooks Robinson highlight the season’s defensive standouts.
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Red Sos
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New York Yarkoes
Yankees
Ralph Terry
Cepid
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Yanks
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Chicago
O'Dowd Frosh Hoopsters Triumph at Berkeley Invitational
O'Dowd frosh basketball team beat Garfield Jr High in the Berkeley Christmas Invitational Bashers Tournament. Greg Angus scored 19 points to lead the Dragons to a 100 point win as the team advanced toward tomorrow's finals against St Elizabeth's. other results and matchups listed.
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Huskies Top Idaho in Non conference Basketball Duel
Washington Huskies surged in the final minutes to beat Idaho Vandals in a non conference college basketball game played last night. Huskies pulled away with sharp scoring and strong defense to secure the win on the road.
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Weightlifting and Fight Results From Milan and Beirut
Fragmented OCR text lists names and places including Milan Italy Beirut and Ulaly with weight class references. Specific results are unreadable but indicate multiple athletes and events across locations.
UCLA Falls to Creighton After Slow Finish
UCLA led by 15 points before Creighton, led by Paul Silas, rallied to win. John Green of LI GLA and other stars contributed as Creighton sealed the comeback with a strong night.
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San Mateo JC Advances to Cage Finals
In Santa Ana finals San Mateo JC edged opponents in semifinal play. San Mateo defeated Sullerton 42 38 to reach the championship. Havegek toppled Carine 719 in another semifinal clash as the two clubs vie for the title.
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ABL Standings Move Amid Confusion and Questions
The AP dissolves standings amid unclear division labels and fragmented city mentions. Vague references to teams like Washington, Cleveland, Kansas City, and Los Angeles appear without clear match results or dates.
Joe Wilman and Dick Hoover Show Bowling Control
Dick Hoover and Joe Wilman are highlighted for control and consistency in bowling. The piece praises Hoover’s pocket play and reliable hook, noting lane-condition adaptability and steady scoring as hallmarks of expert technique.
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Whitey Ford
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Boxers Comeback Dream Turns Actor for Scanlon
San Francisco reports 26 year old former boxing star Bobby Scanlon, once a top light middleweight, plans Hollywood work after suffering head injuries that sidelined his career. He seeks acting roles as he battles licensing hurdles and discusses the sport's darker side with producer Todd and Joy Leming.
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