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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1955
Page
9
Junior League action resumes with three games at West Sidefield tonight. Aus tinville faces Elks in a junior baseball league matchup while Jay meets Elks in another key contest. Friday night will close out the week with V F W and Autette on the docket.
Bears announce a five game exhibition slate before the 1955 NFL season. Games include Aug. 20 vs Chicago Cardinals in Jacksonville, Aug. 26 vs Philadelphia Eagles in Philadelphia, and Sept. 3 vs Washington Redskins in Chicago at Soldier Field.
Australia’s Peter Thomson shot a 67 to lead the $150,000 Rich International golf tournament at 208 while the United States team of Chick Harbert and Ed Furgol moved the Canada Cup into a three stroke edge in team play. Harbert tied for second in the individual at 209 behind Thomson. Furgol carded 69 to reach 212 as final 18 holes loom.
Promoter Jim Norris said Archie Moore would present a $5,000 challenge check for a bout with heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano in New York this Tuesday.
Welterweight champion Carmen Basilio eyed non title bouts to follow his recent victory. Opponents suggested include Art Aragon and Charley Homez with negotiations in New York and Paris possible. Basilio praised DeMarco’s grit after last night’s bloody 12 round win, and discussed potential future defenses against Johnny Saxton or DeMarco. Basilio earned 30,000 from the DeMarco fight on top of arena receipts and broadcast revenue.
Don Bisplinghoff of Orlando failed to win the 36 hole final at Chantilly as Henri de Lamare of France captured the French Amateur title 5 and 4. De Lamare, 37, won his sixth title in nine years after an afternoon rally that left Bisplinghoff unable to close the gap despite two late birdies.
After a committee review the bill to raise overall fishing licenses to 2.00 a year and to require pole fishermen to hold a 50 cent separate license was returned to committee. The pole license was dropped but the 2.00 annual license for artificial tackle users remains, with the bill poised to reach the floor again.
An article advises landowners near water to plant waterfowl foods now for the fall season and outlines legal methods for attracting birds. It highlights Randolph Johnson's long tenure as Morgan County Sportsmen's and Conservation Association president, his retirement, and the group's growth. It also notes bear reports, blackberry crops, and details on gaspergou fish behavior and fishing tips.
Saturday results feature Pittsburgh Bias New York Cincinnati Philadelphia rain. Sunday slate includes Haddix and May vs Maglie Antonelli and Milwau score details. Teams listed include St Louis New York Minarcin Wehmeier Spahn and Kuni plus Surkont Lomas and Perley.
Rochester reports actor Robert Wilcox aged 44 and husband of Diana Barrymore died on a train. Coroner says heart attack likely caused death. porter found him in a Pullman berth near the Rochester station during awakening for stop.
Anglers hooked on light tackle fight a spirited scrap with strong fight from both sides as they battle in small craft. Extra energy was shown as reels sang and lines sang to test tackle and patience.
A first lieutenant from Indianapolis was convicted by a general court martial at Camp Rucker, Alabama, on nine arson counts. He received two years hard labor and dismissal from service, plus forfeiture of pay and allowances, for alleged arson involving five unoccupied buildings near Daleville.
Alabama's lawmen gather in Dothan for the opening session of the Alabama Sheriff's and Peace Officers' Assn annual meeting. Scheduled speakers include Gov. James E. Folsom Lt. Gov. Guy Hardwick and State Sen. Richmond Flowers of Houston County.
A study notes temperate ocean zones host more plant and animal species than tropical waters, indicating greater biodiversity in mid latitude seas than in the tropics.
In Holmes County Florida and near Hartford Alabama, three and one units are affected respectively. The decision can be appealed to higher military authorities.
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