Bragan Named Hollywood Stars Manager In Pacific Coast League
Bragan, a Fort Worth veteran who played for the Dodgers and Phillies, was named by Hollywood Stars to succeed Fred Haney as manager. Coach Gordy Maltzberger will assist. The lottery of top college and conference action headlines college hoops with Duke stunning North Carolina and many leagues jockeying for first place as key matchups loom across the nation.
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Burke Seeks to Hold Lead at El Paso Open
Burke Jr., a veteran with one recent win, held a one stroke edge in the 10,000 El Paso Open as the tournament narrowed to finish. A strong field included Archie Moore in San Francisco and heavyweights Leonard and Dugan, with Moore four strokes back at 138 after 36 holes.
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Olson Hayes Layne set for million dollar shot at Layne fight
In Greenwood Lake New York promoter plans a marquee event as La Starza trains hard for a Madison Square Garden bout with Rex Layne after professing a long held hunger for a title shot. He recalls Marciano’s 1950 victory over him and eyeing a future title, with odds contrasting his confidence and Layne’s challenge. Meanwhile Carl Olsen challenges Norman Hayes in a nationally televised 10 round bout from Boston with Olsen favored to repeat his decisive win.
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Boxing and Wrestling Highlights On Radio TV Schedule
The Sports on Radio TV site lists ENS 430 pm and Mace Roundups referencing boxing and wrestling events. Joe Hernandez coverage and various regional matchups appear, with stations KBCA KNXT and KUCA among others airing bouts and updates.
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Nobody Wants Kiner At Current Tag
The baseball world has watched Branch Rickey try to move Ralph Kiner, a superstar with a $90,000 salary, but major clubs show little interest. Rival GMs doubt a deal succeeds, fearing salary disruption and player resentment, with only Cincinnati showing active pursuit.
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Coach Casualties Continue to Swell
Camp Roberts Raiders, led by Cornelius Barnes and Louis Joseph, eye the April world title defense at Fort Monmouth New Jersey. The unit boasts a 20-6 record with top opponents including Santa Maria Golden Dukes Kirby Shoes and Olympic Club, while veterans Barnes and Joseph anchor a versatile roster amid strong service-era competition.
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Hill Gail Nominated for Lincoln's Birthday Handicap at Santa Anita
Calumet Farm's Hill Gail, undefeated since the Kentucky Derby win last May, is entered in the $15,000 added Lincoln's Birthday Handicap at Santa Anita on Thursday. Also on the program the George Woolf Memorial Ceremony honors jockey Eddie Arcaro in the saddling paddock.
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Coaching Shuffle Touches Major Programs Across Football
The football coaching crisis deepens as Carl Snavely and other top names exit or resign. Virginia’s Art Guene moves to Vanderbilt to replace Bill Edwards, while Marshall College’s Willard Pederson resigns. Arkansas, Texas Christian, Tulsa, and SMU see leaders depart. Virginia and SMU must fill posts as Ernie Jorge and Phil Dickens leave Pacific and Wofford respectively amid a broad wave of resignations and firings.
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Joost Recovering From Appendicitis After Car Trip
San Mateo dispatch reports Philadelphia Athletics shortstop Eddie Joost is recovering from an appendicitis attack. He did not travel to Florida for spring training. Joost and his family drove from San Mateo to Bakersfield then home to Burlingame after stomach pains, with surgery performed upon return.
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Wrestler Corder Triumphs in Pomona Showdown
Pomona hosts a wrestling event where Corder defeats local rivals as Bevel and Logain eye key moves. Vasey features in the riding segment with a notable stamina display. Tem delivers a controversial finish.
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Johnson Jeffries Rate as 1 2 Heavy Champs
New York reports on boxing eras and rankings. Jack Johnson and Jim Jeffries are listed as the top heavyweights in Fleischer’s all-time list. The article recalls Johnson’s 43 second knockout in a prior bout and cites historic champions in order of prominence.
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Langlois Ousts Rocky Castellani in Madison Square Garden
Langlois of France defeats Rocky Castellani by split decision over 12 rounds at Madison Square Garden. Castellani weighed 159 and was featured among past champions and contenders in a roundup of historical heavyweight list highlights.
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Sports editor Latimer dies at 58 in Greenville
J Carter Latimer Scoop Latimer longtime Greenville News sports editor and dean of South Carolina sports writers died early today after finishing his night work. He was 58. Latimer, a respected figure in regional sport journalism, contributed to coverage across collegiate and professional events throughout his career. He leaves behind a legacy of extensive sports reporting and mentorship for younger writers.
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Sedgman Beats Kramer Before Spectator Record Crowd
Sedgman led 13 to 10 in the match against pro Jack Kramer before a world record crowd of 13,803 at Toronto. He won 3 64 in a special built canvas floor over ice as Zanich Segura defeated Ken McGregor 75 75, boosting the venue’s attendance beyond the previous 11,300 mark.
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