Olmedo Stars as Peru-Born American Davis Cup Hope
The article profiles Alex Olmedo, a Peru-born player who joined the U S Davis Cup team to restore America's standing in international tennis. It notes his immigrant background, Jones’s push to include him, and Olmedo’s early rise, victories, and lack of U S citizenship papers as factors in the debate over his eligibility and national representation.
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Italy
New York
America
Peru
Alex Olmedo
U. S
Olmedo
Stan Singer
Los Angeles
Perry Jones
Australia
Jones
Pancho Gonzales
Brisbane
Mal Anderson
Ham Richardson
Anderson
Ni Fraser
Ashley Cooper
Alex
Lawn Tennis Association
Richardson
Barry MacKay
Vic Seixas
Earl Buchholz
Fraser
Jack Kramer
Firing of Brennan to dominate NCAA meet in Cincinnati
About 2,200 college leaders gather for the NCAA convention as Notre Dame fires Terry Brennan and coaching changes loom. Discussions on ethics and contract respect may surface alongside major committee meetings including baseball, football, track and Navy V-5 groups. Louisiana State's Dietzel to receive Coach of the Year. Dr. John Wilce to get the Stagg Award.
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Hugh Fullerton JR
Associated Press
Cincinnati
Terry Brennan
Notre Dame
Brennan
Moose Krause
Terry
National Collegiate A.A
NCAA
American Assn
AFCA
Paul Dietzel
Louisiana State
Stagg
John Wilce
Ohio State
Navy
South Carolina Signs Six High School Football Players
USC coach Warren Giese announces the signing of six standout backs and linemen from North and South Carolina. Players include Hartsville guard Woody Barfield Mullins fullback Carl Huggins Charlotte back Jimmy King and Reynolds end Bill Chipman plus guards Jack Marshall and back Conrad. Huggins starred for Mullins with 1508 rushing yards in 1958 and honors on All-State and Shrine Bowl squads. Chipman, Reynolds star, and Marshall helped Reynolds reach a North Carolina AAA title tie.
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Columbia
Warren Giese
University of South Carolina
North Carolina
South Carolina
Woody Barfield
Hartsville
Carl Huggins
Mullins
Jimmy King
Harding High
Charlotte
Jack Marshall
Bill Chip
Huggins
Coe Pees Gannes
Saat King
Dave Har
Og Ghee
Seen
Marshall
Chipman
Reynolds
Conrad
Mississippi State
Wade Walker
Baseball neglects stars as football gains in appeal
In a sharp critique, a sports equipment maker argues baseball has lost audience to professional football. The piece cites muted World Series promotions, forgotten legends, and owners prioritizing office hires over star power, contrasting with the Colts Giants playoff momentum and Unitas. DiMaggio and Shor commentaries anchor the scene.
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Giants
Johnny Unitas
Unitas
Joe DiMaggio
DiMag
Yankees
American League
Babe Ruth
Bob Turley
Chicago Baseball Writers’ Association
Toots Shor
Charley Conerly
New York
Football Writers favor keeping 2 point rule in college football
The Football Writers Assn of America backs retaining the new two point conversion and restoring goal posts to the goal line. They vote against returning to the platoon system and show mixed views on the spot of ball after punts near the end zone and other game aspects.
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Shor's
Milwaukee
Ryne Duren
Lew Burdette
Bill Skowron
Braves
Skowron
Pres
Pasadena
Calif
Football Writers Assn. of America
Bert McGrane
Des Moines Register
Tribune
Football Writers Assn
Today Nation
Bud Wilkinson
Oklahoma
Coaches Assn
National Rules Committee
Pug Hangs Up Gloves, Is Now Cop
Newark police officer Eddie Dixon has chosen to stay on the beat as a cop and will not pursue a scheduled boxing match with Gene Armstrong next Friday at Madison Square Garden. Police Director Weldon opposes outside work for officers and says Dixon would have to leave the force to box. The IBC offered no legal action.
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Newark
Eddie Dixon
Madison Square Garden
Dixon
Gene
Armstrong
Elizabeth
Joseph F. Weldon
Weldon
IBC
Australian Support For Olmedo In Davis Cup Debate
Australian tennis officials and fans largely defended the U S use of Peruvian Olmedo to capture the Davis Cup. Figures like Sir Norman Brookes and Don Ferguson backed the decision, citing rules and Olmedo s proven talent. An informal poll among taxi drivers and residents showed broad support for the American choice.
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Melbourne
Australia
Alejandro Olmedo
America
United States
New Guinea
Peru
Norman Brookes
The
Lawn Tennis Assn
Olmedo
Don Ferguson
VTAA
Bob Vroland
Kooyong
U.S
California
Vieland
Sir Norman
Anthony Wilding
Wilding
New Zealand
Australasia
Jaroslav Drobny
Egypt
Bob Falkenburg
Brazil
Devaney Explores Maryland Coaching Vacancy
Wyoming coach Bob Devaney says talks at Maryland were exploratory and no offer made. He would consider the Terps job after Mont's resignation following three poor seasons. Devaney, 43, is Alma College graduate and noted interest in returning to coaching.
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College Park
Wyoming
Bob Devaney
University of Maryland
Devaney
Tommy Mont
Cincinnati
Mont
Alma College
Michigan
Kapp Set To Play For Stars
Joe Kapp will play quarterback for the College All-Stars in the 13th Hulu Bowl in Honolulu. The Hawaii All Stars, favored to win a fourth straight, host about 20 000 to 25 000 at Honolulu Stadium starting at 2 p.m. Hawaii time.
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Honolulu
Joe Kapp
University of California
College All-Stars
Hawaii All Stars
Honolulu Stadium
Hawaii
Kapp
Randy Duncan
Iowa
Bob Ptacek
Michigan
Nick Pietrosante
Notre Dame
Larry Lorino
Auburn
Don Clark
Ohio State
Sam Williams
Michigan State
Buddy Dial
Rice
Ted Bates
Oregon State
John Giezik
Pittsburgh
al Ecuyer
Hirsch
Bobby Lane
Pittsburgh Steelers
Ollie Matson
Chicago Cardinals
Joe Perry
San Francisco Ders
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