Patterson Loses Title in Rainy Yankee Stadium Bout
Ingemar Johansson stopped Floyd Patterson in 2 03 of the third round at Yankee Stadium. Gus D Amato predicted a return bout as the likely biggest draw in boxing history. Patterson said he could have continued but accepted the referees decision.
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Orioles Yankees Indians and Nats Post AL Wins
The Orioles swept a twi night doubleheader at Detroit to pull within one game of first as Cleveland led Boston 11 5. The Yankees beat Chicago to climb into a fourth place tie with the White Sox, while Washington toppled Kansas City to move from last. Vic Power was ejected after a Wood Held homer as Cal McLish won for Cleveland, with Jackie Jensen hitting a grand slam in Boston.
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Johansson Knocks Patterson Out In Third Round
Ingemar Johansson delivered a devastating right hand at Yankee Stadium to knock Floyd Patterson down seven times in the third round, earning the world heavyweight title in a monumental upset. Johansson claimed about 248 000 in purse money while Patterson stood to gain around 560 000 from gate, TV, radio, and movies.
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Jones defeats Zalazar in Madison Square Gardens bout
Ralph Tiger Jones of New York outpointed Victor Zalazar of Argentina in a 161 pound contest at Madison Square Gardens. Minor League Results note Houston 7-4, Indianapolis 11-7, Omaha 11, and other scores with several games postponed in Fort Worth.
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Trane Company Plant League Softball Game Today
Knights face Nite Hawks at Trane Park this morning at 10.00 a.m. in a local plant league clash. Both teams seek early season momentum in the community league matchup.
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Baseball Standings and Weekend Results
National League standings show Milwaukee leading with 41 wins and San Francisco at 40. Chicago and Pittsburgh hover around .500, while Philadelphia and St. Louis trail. Weekend games included San Francisco 8, Philadelphia 0 and Cincinnati 7, St. Louis 6 in 10 innings. Sunday features St. Louis at Cincinnati and more NL matchups.
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Braves Dodgers Giants Triumph in Tight NL Race
Phillies linger in the NL lead chase despite last place standing fifteen games back. Los Angeles swept four straight to near second place, while San Francisco beat Philadelphia 8-0 to stay two games behind Milwaukee. Milwaukee crushed Chicago, and Los Angeles edged Pittsburgh as Cincinnati topped St Louis. McCormick dominated the Phillies with three hits allowed in eight, while Brandt’s slam and Mays’ homer fueled the Giants. Spahn added a three-run string and first homer for the season. Reds tied late but fell when Temple cleared the bases.
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Braves crush Cubs eleven to one as Haney predicts surge
Milwaukee manager Fred Haney promised the Braves will pull away from the field after an 11-1 rout of the Chicago Cubs. He cited recent rough play but said ground gained will be recaptured, aiming to dethrone ailing Red Schoendienst and seize the pennant race.
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Junior Legion Plans Two Games
La Crescent Junior Legion travels to Copeland Park for a 6 p.m. Monday game against Coach John Hyland's team. Tuesday features Eau Claire Junior Legion visiting Copeland Park for another 6 p.m. contest.
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Braves Rout Cubs and Brewers in 11 innings in Chicago
Spahn earns win with 10th in 11 as Braves topple Chicago 11 to 1 and Milwaukee 11 to 1. Banks, Bruton, Mathews, Covington drive 3 RBI each for Chicago and Milwaukee respectively, with Spahn and Mantilla contributing strong performances.
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Charter Bus Trip to Braves Cubs Game From Shorty's
Some tickets remain for a charter bus to the Braves Cubs game Sunday at Milwaukee County Stadium. Those interested can reserve by contacting Shorty's on Highway 33. The bus departs Shorty's at 7 a.m. Sunday.
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