Baseball Expansion Plans Face City Shifts After Compromise
In New York and on the West Coast, Major League Baseball moves toward expansion following a territorial compromise. Ford Frick and NL President Warren Giles favor adding teams, with discussions of a possible 12 clubs, while New York’s effort to regain an NL franchise hinges on locating suitable venues within a five mile radius of existing stadiums.
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Decatur
Bear lore and wildlife notes shape Decatur pest policy
Thomas Z. Atkeson recalls Native American bear use for lard and culture of bear preserves, cites Decatur Dog Pound cutting stray dogs, and notes Wheeler Refuge as top Southeast site for public use. He questions dial phone name changes and previews a claim that a new humane trap may replace leg-hold traps.
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Elgin
Illinois
Hoop Band Wins Robert E. Lee Handicap at Tropical Park
Hoop Band led by John Choquette captured the $23,400 Robert E. Lee Handicap at Tropical Park over a fast track. St Amour finished second a length back with Rockcastle third. wagers paid $18.40 $8.00 and 40 cents. St Amour received $4.90 for place and $4.20 for show, Rockcastle $8.10.
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Rockcastle
Area Cage League Meeting Urges Local Team Entry
Representatives from area independent basketball teams are urged to attend a meeting Tuesday at 7 PM at the Decatur Armory to discuss forming a league. Officials hope to recruit at least six teams to play on the Armory court.
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Girls basketball league resumes at Gordon Bibb School
Play resumes Monday night at Gordon Bibb school with Longs versus Chemstrand at 7. In the second game White Sox face Bowline. Tuesday White Sox of the Decatur League play Clements at Clements High School.
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Moulton Beats Mount Hope 64 29 in high school game
Mount Hope and Moulton met in a Friday night contest with Moulton seniors prevailing 64 to 29 while Mount Hope suffered a 35 33 B game loss after a string of ? wins. Mount Hope trailed 2 15 after the first quarter and 40 15 at halftime.
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NCAA Rules Tighten For Basketball Baseball Eligibility Changes
The NCAA Executive Committee tightened eligibility rules for the basketball and baseball championships and moved to add a soccer tournament. They said that only conferences observing the freshman rule would be auto eligible for the NCAA tournaments after this season, with at large consideration possible for others.
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East and West Pro Bowl squads chosen for January game
East and West NFL teams, 31 players each, under coaches Buddy Parker and George Wilson, prepare for the Pro Bowl on January 12 in Los Angeles. Ray Renfro replaces Frank Gifford for the East, with Parker also naming Dale Dodrill and Tommy O Connell out.
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Tommy O'Connell
Eddie le Baron
Washington Redskins
Earl Morrall
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Chicago Bears
Ollie Matson
Chicago Cardinals
Jim Brown
John Carson
Redskins
Jack McClarren
Steelers
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49Ers
Howton
Green Bay Packers
Jim Mutscheller
Baltimore
Virginia Beats South Carolina 74-68 in ACC Clash
Virginia jumped to an early lead and maintained it to defeat South Carolina 74-68 in a regionally televised ACC basketball game. The victory solidifies Virginia's position in the conference race.
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Meeting to Decide Action Before Conclusion Tomorrow
A decision will be made before the meeting concludes tomorrow. Officials plan final steps and outline the next actions pending the close of sessions.
Priceville Edges Ryan in High Scoring Senior Game
Priceville defeated Ryan 69 64 in a fast paced senior contest Friday night with heavy fouling. Ralph Thompson led Ryan with 38 points but fouled out late as Priceville built a late edge and also won the junior game 43 21.
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Hatton Beats Town Creek 58 49 Behind Burney’s 24
Hatton Hornets topped Town Creek 58 to 49 as Jodie Burney scored 24 points. A 19-5 first quarter put Hatton ahead 33-16 at halftime, Town Creek rallied to 42-41 after three, but Hatton pulled away in the final period for the nine-point win.
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Falkville Triumphs Over Trinity 47 22 In Win
Falkville remained unbeaten in the night contest with a 47 22 victory over Trinity. Gerry Holmes led Falkville with 16 points on eight field goals while Trinity's Fuller scored nine. The Falkville juniors also won 18 13 aided by Larry Sandlin's nine points.
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Alabama Field Trials Open Week in North Alabama
The Alabama Field Trials begin near Wheeler Station Monday morning drawing entries from several states. Tonight at 8 the sponsor will hold a meeting at Hughes drug store with Mrs. Robert Simpson saying many entries have been placed. Events include puppy stake der by all-age and shooting dog. judges are John S. O Neal Sr. and Harbert Mulherin. Sterling silver trophies will be awarded. Club officers include Marion Brodnax president Dick Parker vice president and Mrs. Robert Simpson secretary.
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Birmingham
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Seaneen Wins San Carlos Handicap at Santa Anita
Seaneen, an Irish bred horse, outlasted Porter's House to win the $50,000 added San Carlos Handicap at Santa Anita. Mystic Eye finished third. The seven furlongs were run in 1:22 1-5.
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Wildcats overpower Elkmont 64-52 in Friday night win
Limestone's Wildcats led by Billy Davis and Stan Beasley defeated Elkmont 64-52 after a third quarter surge. Davis scored 12 in the fourth as Beasley and Davis sparked a 43-35 third frame, while Elkmont’s Paul Black and Price McNatt added early 6 points each.
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