Moore Dies After 10th Round Knockout Bout
Davey Moore, a 29 year old Columbus boxer, was knocked out by Sugar Ramos in the 10th round at Dodger Stadium. He was hospitalized in a coma with severe brain stem bruises and his condition deteriorated to poor prognosis. Ramos expressed regret over the victory as doctors, hospital staff, and observers watched Moore’s struggle.
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Bunetta Maintains Lead in Birmingham Open Bowling
In Birmingham Alabama Bill Bunetta of Fresno California holds a narrow advantage after 18 of 24 qualifying games posting 3891 pins. Jim St John moved to second with 3882 total while Early Johnson led the day with a 1353 series and Bill Schaufert had the day’s high game at 279.
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Australian exports hit record in fiscal 1962
Australian exports in fiscal 1962 reached a new peak, valued at about 2 million dollars, marking the largest annual export total in the nation’s history to that date.
Youth filled Ardmore Tigers eye early season gains
Ardmore's football Tigers field a notably young lineup with many eighth and ninth graders, returning four starters from last year's 6-2-1 squad. Coach Cooper notes unsettled positions and aims for progress after the 1962 season, with a schedule starting Aug 9 at home against West Limestone and including several away games into September.
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New Faces Is Chicago Theme For White Sox Rebuild
Chicago White Sox pursue a youth overhaul after trading Aparicio and Smith to Baltimore. Ron Hansen takes Aparicio’s shortstop job, Pete Ward moves to third, Dave Nicholson adds outfield power, Hoyt Wilhelm anchors the bullpen as manager Al Lopez touts a plan built on young players and a reduced 1961-62 deficit.
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Exhibition Baseball Scores Reported By The Associated Press
Scores from exhibition games show Chicago (A) 5 over Minnesota 4 and New York (N) 6 over Washington 2. Milwaukee 10 defeated Kansas City 6, Philadelphia 4 beat Cincinnati 3, St Louis 4 over Detroit 3 in 12 innings, Houston 8 over Chicago (N) 7, Boston 7 against Cleveland 3, Los Angeles 6 won vs San Francisco (N) 4, Baltimore 7 beat New York (A) 6.
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Cuba’s Vast Area Nears Pennsylvania Size
The report notes Cuba covers a land area nearly equal to Pennsylvania and highlights its long coastline of about 2,500 miles.
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Courtland Hawks Eye Growth After Rough Football First Season
Courtland High School fields 26 players for spring practice as coach Bill Driskell drills a Winged-T system. Eight lettered last year return amid a tough schedule with key battles for quarterback and line spots, while observers note the team remains green but improving.
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Angels Win 8th Straight as Sadowski Delivers
In Palm Springs, California, the Los Angeles Angels rallied to beat the San Francisco Giants 6-4. Bob Sadowski hit a go ahead three run double in the eighth, after Willie Mays nearly made the play on a misplayed ball. Felix Torres tripled, George Thomas scored, and Bob Rodgers drove in the tying run. A 12th inning single by Carl Sawatski gave St. Louis a 4-3 win over Detroit in St. Petersburg. Other results: Philadelphia over Cincinnati 4-3 in Tampa, Milwaukee over Kansas City 10-4 in Bradenton, the Mets over Washington 6-4 in Pompano Beach.
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Thornton Returns to Face Pastrano in MSG Rematch
Wayne Thornton meets Willie Pastrano in a televised light heavyweight rematch at Madison Square Garden. Thornton, 23, beat Pastrano by unanimous decision six weeks ago to extend his winning streak to nine and rise to No. 8 in the division. Pastrano, ranked fifth by the WBA, carries a 57-11-7 record. Thornton stocks a 27-2 knockout-heavy mark. The ABC telecast starts at 10 p.m. EST.
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Washington DC Geology Reveals Native Stone Sources
Washington DC area geology features soapstone quarries once used by Native peoples to form bowls and abundant granite used to chip spear heads, illustrating early material use and craft.
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Snead and Harney Tie for Lead at Coral Open Halfway
On windy Miami day Sam Snead shot 3 under par to reach 140 4 under for 36 holes tying Paul Harney for the Coral Open lead. Gene Littler and Arnold Palmer battled late, Palmer posting 71 to reach 141 and stay within reach while Gary Player faltered with a double bogey on the 12th.
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NIT Finals Set Today in Madison Square Garden
Providence faces Canisius for the 26th NIT title at Madison Square Garden in New York, seeking a repeat win after 1961. Marquette meets Villanova for third place before the final. Vinnie Ernst anchors the Friars despite a hamstring pull.
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Spanish Conquistadores Seized Vast Gold From Aztecs and Incas
A historical estimate suggests Spanish conquistadors extracted about a billion dollars in gold from the Aztec empire and even more from the Inca realm, illustrating the massive wealth diverted during conquest.
Loyola and Cincinnati Win in NCAA Showdown Preview
Loyola's Ramblers and Cincinnati Bearcats clash in a nationally televised matchup as top-ranked Cincinnati seeks a third straight title against Loyola. Cincinnati earlier routed Oregon State 74 60, while Loyola overwhelmed Duke with fast breaks and double figure scorers in a high scoring win.
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