Hebert Wins Florida Open In Flu Affected Victory
Lionel Hebert, $21,000 winner in the $110,000 Florida Open, credited hard work on his game for his biggest career payout. Hebert, 48, Louisiana native, also suffered flu symptoms during the pro-am but surged to a five under par 279 to edge a crowded field, with Dick Lytle and Charles Cowdy near the lead. Notables like Gary Player missed the cut as Sam Snead and Arnold Palmer posted high scores in a tense finish.
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Hope Track Team Shows Promise at Camden Meet
Hope Babcat track squad travelled to Camden for the 4AA Pre-Dis-trict Meet finishing fourth in the second division with 62 points. Sprinter Bobby Samuels won both the 100 and 440 for Hope. Johnny Lowe set a school mile record. Hope’s mile relay won in 3 43.5. Jr. High Kittens placed second in division behind Magnolia. next meet on Hope’s new track features Magnolia Gordon Prescott and Hope.
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Texas Western Dethrones the Mighty Cats
Texas Western Miners upset Kentucky Wildcats 72 to 65 in the national title game in Collage Park Maryland. Coach Don Haskins calls his team lucky and a group of underdogs who played tough defense to deny Kentucky’s offense. Haskins notes the Miners’ strong schedule and emphasizes their defensive mastery as the key to the win. Kentucky cut the margin to 39-38 early in the second half, but Texas Western pulled away to secure the championship.
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Texas Western ends Kentucky bid in NCAA final
In the NCAA Tournament final Texas Western beat Kentucky 72 to 6 to secure the championship while Duke defeated Utah 79 to 77 for third place. In the NIT Brigham Young won 97 to 4 against New York University.
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Ulcered nerves end coach Peletta era at USF
New York Madison Square Garden scene as Pete Peletta, USF basketball coach, battles a bleeding ulcer before a National Invitational Tournament quarter final with Army. He resigns coaching to become athletic director, citing desire to build a program. Army upsets USF 80 63.
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Don Elbaum Promotes Invitational Boxing Bout in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh promoter Don Elbaum plans a rare championship match at a night club on June 20 featuring Carlos Ortiz and Johnny Bizzaro. The event, by invitation only, will host 750 guests at 125 dollars each, with a gourmet dinner and two prelim bouts. Elbaum emphasizes high class and a large gate.
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76ers Beat Celtics for Pro Title
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Baltimore Bullets 108 to 104 to end the Boston Celtics' hope of a long Eastern Division run. Wilt Chamberlain scored 26 points and grabbed 26 rebounds as Philadelphia claimed their 11th straight victory and moved closer to the playoffs. Red Auerbach warned Boston would be tough in the postseason.
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Utah Team Captures the NIT Crown
Brigham Young defeated NYU 97-84 to claim the NIT title led by 6-11 Craig Raymond with 21 points and 18 rebounds. Raymond, Eakins, and Fisher boosted a Cougar lineup that overwhelmed the Violet roster, while NYU coach Rossini lamented size disadvantges.
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Get Started Early Enjoy More Boating This Spring
Early season boating advice from the Evinrude News Service encourages launching before Memorial Day to extend the angling season. March through May offer peak action with largemouth striped bass and walleye runs, plus solitude for lake lovers. Essential gear includes safety equipment, tools, and well-balanced trailer wheels to prevent vibration.
Quotes on Southeast Asia policy by Fulbright and Muskie
Senator J W Fulbright argues for neutralizing Southeast Asia to resolve the crisis between China and the United States. Senator Edmund Muskie urges debate followed by decisive action to show resolve against the enemy in Vietnam.
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Equipment List For Outboarders
Outboard boating is more fun when you have the right equipment aboard. The Evinrude News Service urges readers to prepare a seasonal list of essential gear before getting underway this season, stressing safety and readiness.
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