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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1958

Page

24

Underdog Gets Off Deck in London Fight Ups Folley

Folley of Chandler Arizona loses a ten round decision to Cooper in London. Cooper, 28, surges early and late with blood streaming to secure a British title shot lead over Folley, 26, in a tough 10 round bout before 9,000 at Empire Pool.

Folley Chandler Ariz Europe Eddie Machen Redding Calif Willie Festrano Miami Beach Cooper London UPI Henry Polley Mnd Tommy Little Deci Henry Zota Folley Sion England Empire Berrage Floyd Potter- Cooper Son Harry Levene Jack Savnnoits América International Boxing Club Fin Foley Senockouts Johnny Summerlin Jack Johnson Zora

No Winter Title Fight for Floyd Helfand

New York State Athletic Commission chair Helfand announced that Maud Patterson will not defend his rifle in Madison Square Garden this winter. Patterson's manager Cus D Amato rejected December dates, partly due to a television bout planned by the IBC. Promoter Harry Lovens in London hopes to match Henry Cooper against Patterson for a title bout at Wembley next June.

New York Julia Helfand New York State Athletic Commission Maud Patterson Madison Square Garden Velfand Patterson Cus D'Amato IBC Tondon Herry Lovens Sid Henry

Baseball Trade Winds Signal 1958 Rivals Shakeup

Clues point to a brisk winter market as Yankees and Braves weigh moves to bolster rosters for next season. Teams plan to trade veterans for young talent while aiming to challenge the defending champions. White Sox optimism centers on internal growth and key acquisitions, while others face limited options and looming rebuilds.

Ahern Named Chairman of California Baseball Commission

State Legion Post notes Pat Ahern of Long Beach is appointed by State Commander Jack Flynn to chair the California Baseball Commission. Ahern, a Long Beach city councilman, helped promote youth baseball statewide and founded regional high school and local tournaments in Pomona and Anaheim.

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Dodgers Acquire Four In Trade To Bolster Roster

The Dodgers announced a four player acquisition after a staff meeting led by vice president and general manager F J Bavasi. Newcomers include first baseman Koranda and catcher Sherry from Spokane and Montreal respectively, shortstop Wallace from St Paul, and outfielder Drake from Montreal. In return, Elmer Vale and Babe Birrer go to Montreal, while Bob Wilson returns to the Saints. Wallace stands 25, 6 feet ten inches, 160 pounds. Sherry is a Los Angeles native. The club notes other league talks and a potential all star selection on ballots for the upcoming season.

Clude F. J Bozzle" Bavasi Dodgers Koranda Outlickier Sally Drake Montreal Harry Wallace Pitt Notre Dame UCLA Southern California

Turley Heads AL All Stars

New York Yankees right hander Turley, a 28 year old who won 21 games and pitched the winning game in the World Series, was named the American League All Star by all 24 UPI baseball writers. The selection also highlighted Red Sox sluggers Williams and Cerv as top performers early in the season and noted the Red Sox were out of contention.

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Bass and Newman Dominate Major College Offense Races

Dick Bass of College of Pacific and Bob Newman of Washington State top major college offense charts in a Virginia West Virginia dominated year. Whitley and Holsclaw show strong passing and total offense, with Bass leading rushers by a wide margin. College teams and players across the leagues contend for top spots as various conferences reveal standings and awards.

NEW York UPI Dick Bass Bob Newmen WCAA Newman Washington State Bass College of Pacifics Bill Holsclaw Virginia Tech Reete Whitley Virginia Dick Lungfellaw West Virginia Bess Holselaw Newmanin Whitley Varginas Bill Dailley Holsclaw Basg Longfellow Kentucky Tigers Ohio State Wisconsin Michigan State Navy Mississippi Louisiana Clemson Oklahoma Texas Suigan

Webfoots Lead PCC in Offense and Defense Stat Lines

Oregon Webfoots show a well coached, balanced PCC form, averaging 357 yards per game on offense and allowing 162 yards per game on defense. Washington State ranks second in both categories.

Oregons Washington State

Near Sweep Betz Seeks Six Straight Wins at Hollywood Park

Roy Betz, a harness racing picker, claimed six winners on a Hollywood Park card with one payout at 29.00 and another longshot at 90.60. He nailed Haul Joy at 31-00 in the second race, others included Blue Goose 82.60, Elduy C 440, Cindy Gut 7.70, and Teno 34.30 while Abbe Spangler paid 90.60 in the seventh. Nan Reed narrowly missed seven straight with a neck loss in the eighth.

Roy Betz Haanespper Yalling Borses Hollywood Park Buta Abbe Spangler

Harness Card At Park Tight Race Between Teams

Local cards from today show a harness event at Hollywood Park seven miles with Veratiine and Olgrave among contenders. Officials note a competitive pace and potential close finish as wagering windows close.

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Local TV Sports Feed Highlights Dope Versus Turner

A brief radio TV sports rundown lists Koalng and Kann HightighteKTTV and KTLA coverage. Dope faces Turner in a featured matchup with segment notes for Kohng Tam and WreatageKTLA.

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