Marquette Eyes San Francisco Ambush After Chicago Clash
The San Francisco Dons seek a 30th straight win as they face unbeaten Marquette in Chicago, while NC State, Duquesne, and George Washington post notable victories in the weekend college basketball slate. Marquette won 71-65 over Miami of Ohio to extend its streak. Duke, Notre Dame, and West Virginia were among others lighting up scores.
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K State Loses Two Cagers for 1957
Manhattan Kansas Pachin Vicens and Fred Schneider two Kansas State varsity guards lose eligibility for next season as seniors after playing as freshmen at Marquette during 1952 53 season before Big Seven rule change. Mullins says faculty representatives studied the case and Vicens and Schneider were K States second leading scorers with Schneider averaging 5.4 points in 21 games.
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Moon) Mullins
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Biggest Football Crowds Reach New High in 1955 Banner
Associated Press survey shows professional football crowds set records across 12 NFL cities in 1955 with total attendance of 2,722,685 and an average of 37,815 per game. Los Angeles Rams led with 397,997 home fans. Cleveland and Baltimore markets posted notable gains.
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Retlow of A's Chosen Star Non-Pro Graduate
Lou Kretlow was named the National Baseball Press graduate in non pro ranks for 1955 Provisional baseball. He pitched in the Pacific Coast League with Seattle and led a 12 game win streak before starting major league service with Baltimore in 1946. His comeback season led to a sale to the Athletics.
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Seven Fundamentals Vital For The Beginners
Lawrence High Coach Jerry Waugh outlines essential lay-up technique for young players. He stresses controlled speed, correct take-off from the proper foot, two-handed ball handling, finger and wrist action, keeping the left hand as guide, eyes on the target, and a balanced finish. The article includes demonstrations by Lawrence High players and notes a televised 10 round bout tonight on ABC at 9 p.m. CST.
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Pro Basketball Scores From Night of Narrow Wins
Philadelphia defeats Boston 109 to 108 while New York tops Minneapolis 98 to 91 in two close NBA games. Nikolai scores led by a late rally as Philadelphia clinched the one point win. New York balanced scoring paced by its guards to narrow past Minneapolis.
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Santee case reopens probe despite reinstatement
New York Herald Tribune reports a seven member committee reopened the amateur status investigation of Wes Santee. The Kansas miler, stationed at Quantico, had been suspended by the Missouri Valley AAU in October and reinstated in November. The piece notes anonymous committee members and a telegram from Sen. Frank Carlson prompting scrutiny over travel permits and expense reimbursements.
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AAU Forms Committee to Probe Amateurism Issues
The Amateur Athletic Union announces a committee to investigate amateurism including Wes Santee case. Dan Verris9 Ferris decline to name panel members. The group will review excessive expense claims by athletes at track meets. Santee, famed Kansas miler, faced suspension Oct. 30 and was reinstated Nov. 20 by Missouri Valley authority.
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iRing Club to Feature on TV as Norris Voices Change
New York reports the International Boxing Club plans to place its promotions midweek and Friday nights on national television, with Jim Norris explaining sponsorship and content concerns. The New York State boxing commission and Botins Guild officials weigh the schedule and MC contracts while TV sponsors request advance coverage.
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Rookie Ameche and Otto Graham Win NFL Offense Titles in 1955
Rookie Alan Ameche of the Baltimore Colts won the rushing title with 961 yards on 213 carries and a 4.5 yard average, while retiring Otto Graham of the Cleveland Browns led the league in passing. Graham threw 185 attempts, completing 98 for 1,721 yards and 53 percent, as Pete Pihos of the Philadelphia Eagles led receivers with 62 catches for 864 yards and 7 touchdowns.
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the Horse) Ameche
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Bill Paschal
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Howie Ferguson
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Joe Perry
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Turner Tonight's Choice in Syracuse Bout
Syracuse reports veteran Gil Turner as a 2-1 favorite against rising challenger Jackie Labua in a prepared boxing card headline.
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Kell Signs His 56 Pact With White Sox
George Kell, Chicago White Sox third baseman and former AL star, signed his 1956 contract. The 33 year old veteran batted .312 in 1955 with 81 RBIs, tops among the Sox last season.
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