Birdie Tebbetts Finds Ornery Johnny Temple for Reds
GARASOTA, Fla. Birdie Tebbetts says Johnny Temple, a rugged second baseman from Columbia, S.C., will be the spark for his first Reds season. Temple, 375 pounds but tough as nails, played 63 games with Cincinnati last year and plans to play every game. Tebbetts recalls Temple’s bruising Texas League days, his bat, and his willingness to fight for the team.
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Mass-Roy Andrews versus Joe Wilkinson canceled events in Hartford
News wires report Thursday fights with Mass-Roy Andrews and J Coffee Joe Wilkinson both outpointing opponents in Hartford and a bout between Danny Giovanelli and Vinnie DAndrea from Johnstown being cancelled. Bill Bevan named line coach at University of Pittsburgh, joining staff from Dartmouth. duties begin Monday.
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Lawton Opens Loop Baseball Play Saturday
Lawton boosts its Boomer conference baseball schedule with a Saturday twin bill at Duncan beginning at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Coach Gene Dees' Wolverines, 22-?, meet Duncan as Tahkoper and MacFarland headline Lawton arms, with Richey and Frye for Duncan.
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Fort Bliss advances to Fourth Army title game
Fort Bliss defeated Fort Sill 79 to 67 in San Antonio to reach the championship round against unbeaten Camp Chaffee. Bliss must beat Chaffee twice to claim the title after rebounding from an early 73 to 12 loss in the opening round. Fort Sill is the defending champion.
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FSIS Runners Enter Aggie Relays Beating Records
FSIS will enter three relay squads at the Aggie Relays in Si Water today. The two mile team features Donald Redbird Truman Kee Gorman and Harold Pewewardy. The mile squad includes Roland Mason and John White. Medley lists Gorman Pewewardy Harvey Pete and Scampwerdy. Arch Moore signs to fight Jimmie Slade in a 10 round non title bout April 14 in Washington.
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Miami
Chisox Starters Strong Despite Injury Wave Across Majors
The White Sox hopefuls head to the season with a full regular lineup as other AL teams face key injuries. Indians lose Harry Simpson until May, Mickey Grasso out three months. Yankees miss Mickey Mantle, Red Sox await Ted Williams. Also noted: Bobby Thomson, Bob Cain, Bob Porterfield injuries. Exhibition play fielding updates and score summaries across the league.
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Sooner football bold claim stirs Aggie column clash
OU coach Bud Wilkinson’s stated goal to win three opening games Cal Berkeley TCU and Texas sparks an exchange with Texas A&M boosters. The column notes Aggie pride, Cameron College talent moves, and early NCAA chatter as players shift teams including Anderson leaving Bradley for Michigan State and Bevo the Bevo.
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Oklahoma City and Tulsa Win Exhibition Baseball Contests
Oklahoma City Indians and Tulsa Oilers won exhibition baseball games yesterday. Both teams defeated Texas ZY entries as part of an intersectional showcase, delivering solid performances and early-season momentum.
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Two State Teams Defeated In National Negro Tourney
In Nashville Tennessee both Oklahoma teams were eliminated in the national Negro high school basketball tournament. Langston lost to Ridee in a close game while Cushing fell 73 to 61 to Montgomery Alabama ending their title hopes.
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LHS Netmen Host Texans in Weekend Meet Press
LHS Netmen prepare for a home match against the Texans with Bob Shelby guiding the squad. Senior Ramming anchors the lineup amid a youthful group featuring juniors Jay Davis Bobby Cain James Bradford Don and freshman Lanny Nelms. Brook and Friend vie for No 6 singles with doubles action also on tap. The girls team led by seniors Sherco Mitchell Barbara Odom and others rounds out the roster for the upcoming contest.
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Unbeaten German Liked In TV Bout
New York reports the middleweight fight between Gustav Schols of Germany and Al Andrews of St. Wise opens color network telecast. The bout starts at 10 pm EST with Schols as a 3 to 1 favorite making his U.S. debut tonight.
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Post Glovers Polk To Fight Here Tonight
Fort Polk glovers return to ARS Legaur gym to avenge a 6 3 loss earlier this season. The card starts at 8 pm with eight bouts and several noted fighters including state AAU featherweight champ and 126 pound Jose Tahoya. Promoter Teja notes team match could decide the overall winner despite Adams no longer on the team.
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Dutch Enters Azalea Open
Dutch advances to the Azalea Open as the tournament leaders push for early momentum in the competition. The field includes notable players seeking a strong start, with organizers emphasizing steady play and competitive rounds.
Konno Aims To Break Own 220 Yard Swim Record
Syracuse N Y Ford Konno the Olympian from Ohio State via Honolulu will attempt to beat his own 220 yard mark of 2 04 7 at the NCAA Swimming Championships in the Syracuse University pool Coach Ted Webster notes the event has not been a challenge and the pool has been rebuilt with overflow pipes to remove waves that could hamper swimmers
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World champion Gavilan arrives for final week of drills
The famed welterweight Gavilan, entering his last week of preparations, signs autographs for fans in a New York cafe while his entourage downplays the spectacle. Photographers cluster as the scene shifts to his camp and the chatter about perks and attention grows louder.
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Links Activity Picks Up Fast On Sill Course
Fort Sill golf calendar shows plenty of activity with a team match and spring handicap tournaments. Golfers must complete first round matches by Sunday April 4.
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Nielsen Is Upset In Florida Tennis
In Miami Beach on March 26 Hal Burrows of Charlottesville Va upstaged a rival in the Good Neighbor tennis tournament round. Top seeded Vic Seixas of Philadelphia advances to the semi final to face 33 year old Gardnar Mulloy of Miami in the other semi final slated for Saturday.
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Tulsa golfers lose to Arkansas 15% to 2% at Indian Country Club
The University of Tulsa fell in its golf opener at Indian Country Club, losing to Arkansas by a wide margin.
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Aggies Take Early Lead in Mat Meet Clash
Oklahoma A&M and rival teams compete as Aggies push ahead in a dual meet. NCAA champions bolster Oklahoma A&M with 17-4 scorelines and strong performances from Blass, Nicks, and other title contenders as the squad aims for a dominant season run.
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Exhibition Baseball in York and Moston
Exhibition baseball game report shows York A team defeating Moston A 2 to 0 in a regional match. Local clubs competed under early-season conditions with concise pitching and fielding highlights noted for both sides.
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