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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1965

Page

8

UWA Fieldhouse Bids Open As Alabama Plans Iconic Arena

Alabama officials open bids for a 15 000 seat field house at Tuscaloosa adjacent to the practice fields. Danield Construction Co. of Birmingham won the low bid at 3 294 000 with a 18 to 24 month build timetable. The facility will host basketball concerts commencements ROTC events and graduation ceremonies for the University.

UWA Best 'eShan Kansas Illinois Minnesota Butler Frank A. Rose Danield Construction Co Birmingham Brice Building Co Rives Construction Or Thomas Field 10Th Street 3Rd Avenue Hackberry 2Nd Avenue Alabama Paul Bryant Rosel Bryant Tuscaloosa Denny Stadium Paul W. Bryant University of Alabama Edwin T. McCowan William Paul Knight James D. Scrivner

Card Linemen Sign Contracts For 1965

St. Louis Cardinals offensive interior line signed 1965 NFL contracts. Center Bob DeMarco tackles Bob Reynolds Ernie McMillian and guards Irv Goode and Ken Gray all agreed to terms for the 1965 season.

ST. Louis St. Louis Cardinals Bob DeMarco Bob Reynolds Ernie McMillian Irv Goode Ken Gray

Choice Due After June 26 for Young Flowers College

Alabama Attorney General says Richmond Flowers Jr will decide after the National AAU meet in San Diego. Flowers is considering Alabama Auburn Tennessee and Florida and may focus on track with possible football.

Montgomery Richmond — Flowers, Jr San Diego Calif Gener Alabama SEC Auburn Tennessee Florida Flowers Young Flowers Russia

Dixie Boys and Little League results roll in

John Powell pitched the Indians to a 10-5 win over the Cardinals with Stewart Stephenson Mike Turner Doug Fisher Wally Terry and Roger Campbell collecting multiple hits. The Red Legs beat the Tigers 7-2 as Frankie Stephenson Dewayne Helms and Jerry Holtzclaw led with key hits. Mark McClanahan earned his fourth win as the Tigers toppled the Red Sox 4-2. Mike Maner sparked the Red Sox in the first with two runs. The Red Sox and Indians meet again at Wingfoot Field at 4 p.m.

John Powell Cardinals Stewart Stephenson Mike Turner Doug Fisher Wally Terry Roger Campbell Brad Baggett Larry Osborn Dewayne Wells Larry Crow Greg Simmons Red Legs Tigers Dixie Boys Baseball League Mike Smith Larry Spivey Frankie Stephenson Dewayne Helms Jerry Holtzclaw Ths Ronald Adbetter Gary Spivey Mark McClanahan Red Sox Mike Maner Bucky Brown Jackie Handley McClanahan Steve Barnett Allen Thrasher Mike Colee Handley Yankees Indians Wingfoot Field

Pair Stages Track Feats At NCAA Championships

Hammer thrower John Fiore of Boston College defeated Bowdoin's Alex Schulten with 200-10 to 198-7% to win. Neal Steinhauer of Oregon captured the shot put crown at 62-6. Clarence Robinson of New Mexico won the long jump with 25-10%. Six finals were completed and 13 more to come on Saturday.

Associated Press Berkeley Calif John Fiore Boston College Neal Steinhauer Oregon Fiore Alex Schulten Bowdoin Bill Corsetti Northeastern Steinhauer New Mexico Clarence Robinson Ranier Stenius Los Angeles State Carl Wallin Roger Orrell Abilene Christian

DiMaggio Hosts Hitting Clinic in Fort Lauderdale

Joe DiMaggio led a morning hitting clinic for local high school players, sharing tips on stance, grip, and swing. He recalled past Yankee memories, declined part time play, and reflected on his rain‑sparked 1951 World Series finale, ending with thoughts on his No. 5 legacy.

Frank Eck AP News Joe DiMaggio Fort Lauderdale DiMaggio Dim Q Dan Topping Yankee Joe Sal Maglio Polo Grounds Yankees Giants

State Editor Predicts A New South Awakening of Moderates

Ralph W. Callahan president of the Alabama Press Association foresees a new south where full citizenship and economic opportunity are available to both Negro and white alike while affirming that integration is the law. He defends Alabama and segregation yet notes journalists reported civil rights developments honestly. He praises press effort even as he critiques some elements. The other item notes Spanish moss biology from National Geographic.

Dallas Alabama Press Association Ralph W. Callahan South Callahan Anniston Star Alabama

Doctor Holds Namath Is OK

Joe Namath, Jets quarterback for 400000 dollars, is pronounced ready to play when camp opens July 15. Dr James A Nicholas, orthopedic consultant, says Namath’s right knee operation on January 25 left him in good condition. Namath underwent the operation in New York after signing with the Jets.

NEW York Joe Namath New York Jets James A. Nicholas Jets Alabama Namath

Jets plan move to New York for camp at Shea Stadium

The Jets said the player will relocate from Beaver Falls Pennsylvania to New York next week and will work out at Shea Stadium before camp opens.

Beaver Falls Jets New York Shea Stadium

Crespino Signs 1965 Giants Contract

New York Giants announce Bob Crespino has signed for 1965 as Aaron Thomas shifts to flanker back after Frank Gifford retirement. He is expected to contend for the tight end job.

NEW York Bob Crespino New York Football Giants Aaron Thomas Frank Gifford Crespino

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