Robertson Leads Scoring Chase After Weekend Plugs
Wilt Chamberlain and Elgin Baylor top the national scoring list, with Oscar Robertson slipping to third after a 27 point performance against Duquesne. Powell and Saucy push Baylor and Robertson in a crowded race as Kansas, Cincinnati, and other teams pursue key conference wins.
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Boxing stars praise football risk tradeoff and hunger
Pro boxing legends say big paydays lure athletes from football while cautioning about injuries. Gus Lesnevich recalls poverty and urges talent to pursue boxing if driven, though his own son shows no hunger for the ring. He worries boxing is dying but amateurs keep it alive and big purses remain possible despite taxes.
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Sears
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New York City
Carmen Basilic
Ray Robinson
Where Is He Artie Nehl Pitched for Three NL Teams
Artie Nehl a left handed pitcher who played 15 National League seasons beginning in 1914 for Boston New York and Chicago. He helped the Giants win pennants in 1921 1922 1924 and starred in the World Series those years. In his final 1929 season he had eight decisions for the Cubs as they won a pennant. Now living in Phoenix Arizona he works in the insurance business.
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Torrid Week Ahead for Cameron Aggies in Busy Schedule
Cameron's unbeaten Aggies, riding a 1 game win streak after beating San Angelo 90 51, travel to Arlington State Tuesday and host Ranger Saturday in Pioneer conference play. Tyler Apaches visit Cameron Thursday for a tough test as Len Morris jnr college welcomes Normans crew.
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Ambiguous Scoreboard Notes From Busy Oklahoma Cage Week
A fragmented listing shows basketball results and upcoming games across multiple Oklahoma teams. Lawson trails Navman by half a game after a 35-33 win over the Tigers. Douglass hosts three games this week including a clash with Oklahoma City Douglass and Altus Lincoln. Standouts include Homer Watkins, Gerald Hertzler, Gene Miller, Bud Suhnuant, and Jackie Martin, with Walters and Tomlinson squads featured in junior high action and regional invitational scheduling.
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Crocker Triumphs In Havana Invitational Over Pung
Fay Crocker from Uruguay won the Havana Invitational OLE title after Jackie Pung of San Francisco shot 80 in the final round. Crocker finished with 222 after a 74 and tied for third were Belty Dodd of San Antonio and Bonnie Randolph of Naples with 24 points.
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San Francisco
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Naples
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Kansas State Kansas Showdown For NCAA Bid In Allen Fieldhouse
Kansas State and Kansas clash in a pivotal Big Eight and NCAA berth showdown at Allen Fieldhouse. Wilt Chamberlain leads Kansas with a 32.4 scoring average after a layoff, while K State counters with Boozer Parr and Frank backed by Loneski and DeVile.
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Don Maluszak
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Venturi Wins Phoenix Open With Nervous Final Putt
San Francisco golfer Aviz Venturi sank a 3 foot putt on the 18th green to win the Phoenix Open, taking 313 000 in prize money. The 26 year old said he felt nerves after securing first money and his win marked a milestone in the largest Phoenix tournament crowd yet.
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Venturi wins back-to-back tourney as Burkeman shoots 63
Venturi defeats Hebert and Burkeman in a tight Phoenix Country Club finish. Burkeman powers to 63, six under, with Hebert two back after the final round. Fortunes swing on the par-4 17th as Ven turi secures the title and the two successive wins milestone.
Services for Moore in Los Angeles
Funeral services planned Tuesday for George P. Moore 34 who once managed former boxing champion Henry Armstrong. Moore died Friday in Los Angeles.
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Lawton Quits Sooner State League Faces 1958 Decision
Lawton withdraws its franchise from the Soon er State League as owners meet to decide if the six team circuit will operate in 1958. Ada and Vernon acquire Lawton and Greenville franchises, while Muskogee, Seminole, and Pecan City face uncertain plans amid a possible six team setup. A league vote is expected Friday to determine teams and future status.
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Tigers Hope for Pennant Strength After KC Trades
Spring Lake, Mich resident and Detroit pilot Tom Teague evaluates the 1956 pennant outlook. He cites a stronger bench, added pitchers, a potential infield around Marlin and Kuenn, and improved defense, while noting needed catchers and a reliable first baseman behind Ray Boone.
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How Cage Powers Fared Last Week
The report surveys top performers and team rankings from last week. It lists schools such as Houston AWA Wel St, Lavalls, South Cueva IRAs, Kentucky Hy, and Navy among notable players and outcomes. The piece blends results, standings, and regional mentions in a compact sports brief.
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