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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1956
Page
4
Tommy Jackson predicts a quick finish in a ten round heavyweight bout with England's Johnny Williams. The American favorite’s confident remark suggests a dramatic early knockout as the two collide tonight in Washington, with Williams seeking an upset.
Fort Smith Ark reports Kansas City Athletics show a 13-16 win loss mark in spring exhibitions yet deliver standout pitching from rookies Alex Kellner Try Her rtage Lou Kretlow and Art Ceccarelli and strong hitting from Harry Simpson Vic Power and Slaughter. Manager Lou terms the infield as among the best while Kellner and others build credibility for opening day despite rough overall results.
Syracuse chosen to host 1958 bowling meet as Stroh’s Floor Mich leads standings in a chaotic recap of the Stros Beer of Detroit event. Patsta lf Beer of Chicago sits atop overall chasing 133 pin lead. Webb of Houston tops singles with 425. Doubles race sees Cioffi and Adolph Carlson of Chicago leading.
The day's scorers total 1 234 points led by Bill Lillard and Stan Gifford of Chicago with 1 331. ABC directors unanimously awarded the 1958 tournament to Syracuse. The 1957 tourney was awarded to Ft Worth Texas last year.
The St. Louis Cardinals solved their lefty jinx by rallying from behind as Stan Musial and Hank Sauer, a right handed slugger, hit back-to-back homers off southpaw Jack Harsh of the Chicago White Sox, then did it again yesterday off lefty Billy Pierce. The pair powered the Redbirds past the deficit in both rallies.
The Texas League starts its season with its first membership change in 16 years. Austin Senators return to the class AA circuit to host San Antonio at Austin as Dallas faces Fort Worth Oklahoma City plays Tulsa and Houston meets Shreveport. Beaumont exits after 40 years, dropping to the Big State League. Crowds around 26 000 are expected for the first round, with clubs swapping home grounds Saturday for the second round.
Michigan State football coach Hugh Daugherty denied plans to leave stating no California school has contacted him and his focus is on building the Spartans. He said he is not considering any change and remains committed to Michigan State.
NBC telecast at 9 p.m. CST features a major radio television bout from Uline Arena. The curly haired Briton aims to upset Jackson, currently ranked second to Rocky Marciano. Williams holds 57 victories and four draws in 69 fights, last drawing in a recent effort.
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