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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1959

Page

10

California Edges West Virginia In NCAA Final

Kansas State led by All American Bob Boozer dominated the regular season but California toppled top contenders in the NCAA and West Virginia captured the East crown. Darrall Imhoff’s late tip in secured California’s 71 68 win while West Virginia star Willie Akers added a final basket as the Bears’ defense held the nation’s best scoring team under 60. West Virginia’s Was tied for the tourney scoring lead with 160 points in five games.

John Griffin New York UPI Kansas State Darrall St. John's Bradley Bob Boozer Paul Cincinnati Oscar Robertson California Robertson Bearseals Imhof West Virginia Louisville Jerry Imhoff Sound Willie Akers West Bears

Giants Prep Indoors for Playoff Tilt

Giants switch to Squadron Armory for a Sunday title game against the Baltimore Colts after a wintry delay at Yankee Stadium. Coach Jim Lee Howell praises rest as players returned from a three day break while the Colts resume practice with dry weather forecast aiding Johnny Unitas.

Yankee Stadium New York New York Giants Squadron Armory Baltimore Colts Jim Lee Howell

Wilhelm Wynn Head AL Hurlers One-Year Pact for Elliott

Pete Elliott will lead a strong Illinois backfield corps after taking the Illinois coaching post in Berkeley. The decision follows his pride in Illinois and Big Ten traditions as he inherits Ray Elliott's Mini era, with a 5-3-1 record and recent wins over Wisconsin and Northwestern. The change hinges on university trustees' approval at the next meeting.

Pete Elliott Ray Eliot Wisconsin Northwestern Eliott Ivini Berkeley Inois Iinois Big Ten

Lombardi Named NFL Coach of the Year in Rookie Season

New York P Vinnie Lombardi is cited as NFL coach of the year after guiding the Green Bay Packers in his first season. He expresses confidence the team will be even better next year, noting the Packers started strong but faced tough opponents later. Giants coach Trowell and Colts’ Firbank are among those honored in the league voting.

New York Vinnie i Lombardi National Football League Fidence Green Bay Packers Fin Ure Packers Vinnie Jeeting Lee Trowell Giants Lombardi Firbank Colts Hickey San Francisco Green Bay

Quebec Beats Anrmplicit 3 1 in Hockey Clash

An Ottawa hockey match saw Quebec defeat Anrmplicit 3 to 1 as IB showcased strong offense and defense while schedules advertisement hinted at upcoming fixtures.

AL Hockey Quebec

One Day Treatment for Despair Promised by Digest

January issue of Reader's Digest promises a remarkable one day living prescription to tackle anxieties and troubles. The excerpt hints at a dramatic patient scene with a nonpsychiatrist doctor offering guidance and hope in a compact self help format.

All America First Team and Players Named in 1959-40 Preview

The selection names Oscar Robertson of Cincinnati and Bailey Howell of Mississippi State on the first team with Bob Boozer, and Don Hendon of Pittsburgh among others. Second team includes Tom Hawkins and Johnny Cox, with multiple stars from Michigan State, Kentucky, and Notre Dame.

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College Basketball Scores and Results Snapshot

A fragmented recap lists multiple college games with varied scores. Notable results include Fordham 89 over Pitt 68 and TCU 83 over Oklahoma City 74. Others mention Washington State, Arizona State, Purdue, Indiana, Notre Dame, and Idaho among scattered outcomes.

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Cannon to turn pro with Houston in AFL bid

Baton Rouge reports LSU halfback Billy Cannon, the No. 1 draft choice, likely to join Houston in the proposed American Football League. Cannon said he would not play for the Los Angeles Rams, citing Houston's offer as too great to resist.

Baton Rouge Billy Cannon Louisiana State University Houston Cannon Los Angeles Rams

City League Cage Scores Night of Rough Matches

City League results show Le Nira, Palien Dapt, Norlam, Richtlald and Assembly Rooms among teams scoring in a busy slate. Independent and BOASO, Parks and Texnen are listed with varied tallies. Tonight games include Mole Fly versus Shelf Circa, Coast Guard versus Green Frog, and Coastu Guard against Bristow Realtors at Wilson and 7:15.

le Nira Wie Rates Palien Norlam Richtlald Assembly Los Alamitos! Youth Center Indepencents BOASO Parks Texnen Hultigs Garmet Ravin Mole Fly Shelf Circa Ets Inns Servicw Locko Hap

Bellflower Rips Pioneer 56-28 In Bellflower Tourney

Bellflower wins 56-28 over Pioneer to advance to the Bellflower tournament finals as Mike Johnson scores 18 and Chick Leavell 17. Sierra of Whittier defeats Mayfair 65-43 in the opener and will face Bellflower in tonight's final at 8 pm. Mayfair and Pioneer meet for third place at 7.

Mike Johnson Chick Leavell Bellflower Pioneer Bucs Sierra of Whittier Drubbert Mayfair Rand Pam Mayfair Beltlower Bioneer Saunders Elter Eva Pope Hhowalter Rass Yancy

Harrisburg Gov Signs Harness Betting Law in Pa

Gov David J Lawrence signed legislation permitting parimutuel harness betting in Pennsylvania. The move expands wagering options for harness racing fans and impacts state gaming rules.

Harness Betting Harrisburg David J. Lawrence Pennsylvania

Gallagher Names Dick Gallagher Buffalo Bills General Manager

The draft trust forming the Bills AFL crew completed with Richard Dick Gallagher named general manager. The 49 year old former college coach signed a three year deal with Ralph Wilson Jr owner of Buffalo's franchise. He will start January 1.

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Dro Cage Scores New York and Cincinnati in uneven matchup

Scant readable data shows Dro Cage with 12 percent and Cincinnati at 5 percent, while Boston registers 138 and Defrntt 104. Several game schedules appear, brief and unclear, with missing context and dates.

Dro Cage New York Cintinnati Boston Defrntt Omy

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