Bolinger to Sign With Eskimos and Other Sporting News
Eskimos reportedly sign Oklahoma star Bo Bolinger to join Pop Ivey in Edmonton next season after a high profile draft by the Chicago Cardinals. Also tied to OU are Joe Mobra and Bert Clark as likeliest Eskimos targets, with Cecil Morris drafted by Green Bay. Doyle Parrack eyes Arthur Day for a potential Sooner stint, while Jimmy Peck may transfer mid-term to Southwestern State. George Mikan returns with Lakers in a 117 94 win over Fort Wayne drawing 7000 fans as early career Kurland debates linger. Ardmore coach Tip Jacobson braces for another dual threat quarterback with Billy Givens slated to run the split-T. Ardmore star John Paul Johnson plans to enroll at OU next September.
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Aggies Thrash Murray In Lone Opener At Home
Cameron Aggies dominate Murray 87 to 57 in the LHS fieldhouse to start the season’s Oklahoma junior collegiate conference play. Bob Turley scores 27, including 22 by halftime, with Audie Woodard aiding the offense. Murray’s Leon Shaw tops visitors with 10 as Cameron builds a 48-30 halftime lead and cruises to victory.
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El Reno Indians Crush Norman 45 38 For Boomer Crown
El Reno's basketball lineup overwhelmed Norman's defending state champions 45 to 38 in Lawton. Jody Farris led with 20 points as the Indians built a 40 14 edge early in the third and controlled the backboards and fast break while holding Dennis Price to 12. Norman failed to score until late in the first period.
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Maryland Names Mont and Cobey to Lead Football
Maryland moves to hire state born leaders as Tommy Mont takes head coaching role with a three year contract and Bill Cobey gains tenure as athletic director. The change follows Jim Tatum's departure and emphasizes a policy of Marylanders guiding Maryland athletics.
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Saddler Risks Title Tonight in San Francisco Flight
San Francisco eighth welterweight bout headlines a featherweight title defense as Sandy Saddler, age disputed at 32, fights Flash Elorde at the Cow Palace. Saddler brings 142-17-0 with 100 KOs into the 15 round match while Elorde stands 27-10-0 in 37 bouts.
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Pokes Set Sizzling Pace In Early Valley Cage Starts
Oklahoma A&M teams have surged in the Missouri Valley with a fast paced attack and stifling defense. The Aggies hit 58.1 percent from the field while beating Wichita and Houston, led by Mel Wright and Mack Carter. They rank top defensively and are on pace for a 2,000-point career milestone for Don Boldebuck as he nears 2,000.
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Robison Olson rematch clash heats up in San Francisco
Carl Olson's manager Sid Flaherty warned Sugar Ray Robinson to honor a title rematch within 90 days or risk suspension by the California Athletic Commission. A ban could extend to other NAB states. Robinson had suggested June instead of the tentative Feb. 24 date after a Dec. 9 defense in Chicago.
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Bobo) Olson
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Fund started for OU halfback Burris aid drive
Norman football fans initiate a fundraiser for University of Oklahoma halfback Bob Burris who was unable to play in the Senior Bowl. The drive aims to raise 500 dollars matching the South squad’s bowl prize, following Burris’s knee injury during the Orange Bowl victory over Maryland.
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Cincy High On Former Lawton Star Babe Cant Miss
A 23 year old southpaw Charlie Rabe is among 11 rookies aiming for a regular spot with the Cincinnati Redlegs in spring training in Tampa. Rabe, from the Sally League, earned MVP honors and posted strong minor league totals, while Reds add veterans like Bill Kennedy and Pat Scantlebury to bolster pitching before the season.
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Seattle Edges OCU In Overtime 89 84
Seattle University defeated Oklahoma City University 89 84 in overtime. Fred Dunbar of OCU tied the game 79 all with a late free throw, lifting Seattle to the win in a nationally ranked matchup.
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Fights Last Night Across Three Cities
The Associated Press reports three boxing results. Jimmy Morris, 154, of Miami outpointed Joe Miceli, 149, of Brooklyn over ten rounds in Miami Beach. Paul Jorgensen, 129, of Houston outpointed Laura Salas, 129, of Los Angeles in Houston. Samm Walker, 159, of Springfield, knocking out Bob Bolton, 160, of Providence, in Holyoke after twelve rounds.
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Prominent Golfers Start Cali Open Field
Several prominent professional golfers from the United States including Ed Furgol Arnold Palmer Bob Toski Chick Harbert and Skip Alexander were in the starting field for Wednesday's opening round in the Cali Open.
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Shoemaker Seeks 17th Straight Win at Santa Anita
ARCADIA Calif P Wee Willie Shoemaker, former national riding champion, bets on a new record at Santa Anita today. He has rode at least one winner every day since the winter season began December 26 and aims for a 17th consecutive day after tying the existing streak. Johnny Longden held 16 straight wins in one season.
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Mantle Seeks Higher Pay Before Possible Signatures
Mickey Mantle, in Lenox Hill Hospital for a tonsillectomy, says he sent back his contract unsigned and plans to press for more money with the New York Yankees. He notes his leg problem is improving, predicts another AL pennant, and hopes to play alongside his outfield brothers Ray and Roy someday. He hints at a potential signing before leaving New York.
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Pro Cage Standings and Schedule
Wednesday schedule shows Boston facing Fort Wayne in Miami, Philadelphia meeting Minneapolis in St Paul, and New York at Rochester. Tuesday results list Boston beating Fort Wayne 91 to 85, New York 112 to 107 over Rochester, and Minneapolis defeating St Louis 97 to 86.
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Ice Hockey Scores From Major Leagues
National League New York and Chicago tied 2 2 in a late game. International League Fort Wayne crushed Grand Rapids 12 to 3. Eastern League Philadelphia beat Washington 8 to 3. Montreal at Toronto with result unavailable. American Leagues Springfield plays Hershey Toledo faces Grand Rapids and Troy meets Indianapolis.
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