Moss to defend Grand Prix title at Sebring March 13
Blondie Moss, Britain's boldest sports car ace, returns to Sebring March 13 to defend the 12 hour International Grand Prix endurance title. Co-driver Macklin joins Moss as 60 entries were approved with 20 spots held for European entrants, including Lancia Ferrari and Aston Martin factory teams. Renowned drivers Rene Dreyfus and Harry Schell also enter with cars from Arnolt Bristol and Brook Stevens.
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Expensive 1950s AAA Tourney Opens in Wilmington
The eighth annual state Triple-A high school basketball championship starts February 24 in Wilmington. The New Hanover event could become the costliest yet due to travel and meal rules, with Western teams trekking roughly 400 miles round trip. Raleigh holds a string of nine cups, and defending champions Raleigh will seek a fifth straight title as Wilmington's Brogden Hall hosts the field.
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Hi-Toms Mail Out Contracts For 1955 Players
Hi-Toms prepare for the 1955 Carolina League season by mailing 25 contracts to players. General Manager George Brath and Coach Erath say most signings come from the Cincinnati Reds farm system. some players may be reassigned sold released. The roster includes 11 pitchers, 7 infielders, 1 catcher, and 3 outfielders, with several holdovers from 1954 and prospects from Douglas and Columbia affiliates.
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GW Signs Two New Grid Rides
George Washington University announces the hiring of two new football coaches. Moravian College alumnus from Bethlehem, Paolo Moravian? The article notes a former GW star Davis returns as part time head coach after NFL stints with the Redskins and Giants.
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Wolverines Rally to Win Dual Track Meet
In Ann Arbor Michigan the Wolverines dominated Kansas 80 to 33 in a Yost Fieldhouse dual track meet led by halfback Tom Hendricks. Michigan won 9 of 12 events showcasing strong performances despite partial text errors in the report.
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Pistons Complete Fourth straight Win Over Warriors
Fort Wayne defeats Philadelphia 96 to 88 at Convention Hall to snap a three-game Philadelphia streak in a nationally televised game before 3,357 fans.
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All Stars Grow In National League Talent Pool
Cincinnati report notes a surge of minor league All Stars entering spring training with 43 rookies in the NL, including several who later won major league jobs. Cubs lead with seven All Star rookies, Dodgers six, Cardinals six, and multiple stars spread across Braves, Reds, Giants, Pirates, and others.
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Pettit Seen As Future Nba Star By Sauls View
Milwaukee rookie Bob Pettit is hailed as a future NBA great by Frank Pep Saul. Saul praises Pettit attitude unselfishness and learning while noting the league’s growth and challenges for rookies adjusting to team play and travel.
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Gambling Tarnishes Kansas Basketball Says Phog Allen
Lawrence Kansas February 5 Phog Allen Kansas University coach claims gambling threatens basketball less than four years after his earlier expose. He cites calls probing players health and alleged wagers at the Big Seven tournament in Kansas City last December and mentions a Newark News reporter and whispers before games.
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Naylor Named Asheville Manager in Tri-State Loop
ASHEVILLE N C February 5 Earl Naylor former major league outfielder and Kitty League champion at Union City Tenn succeeds Ray Hathaway as Asheville manager guiding the Tourists after Hathaway led the pennant drive in 1934 Hathaway had been with Brooklyn Dodgers and Naylor played for the Philadelphia Phillies in 1942 43 and for the Reds in 1946 Naylor is a St Paul Minnesota native.
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Iowa gains tie for Big 10 lead with Purdue win
Iowa defeats Purdue 76 to 67 in a center-televised game boosting the Hawkeyes into a share of the Big 10 lead. The victory improves Iowa to 52-? with momentum headed into Monday.
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