Packers Pointed For Title Contest
Milwaukee witnessed the Packers clinch their second straight Western Division title with a 20-17 win over the New York Giants at Milwaukee County Stadium. Jimmy Taylor rushed for 186 yards and two scores, while Paul Hornung starred on a blocking front as Green Bay overcame early Giants leads to seal the victory and move toward the NFL championship game on December 31.
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Pro Standings Show NL East Tight. Yankees Lead AL East
National League standings list New York 9 3 0 .750 ahead of Philadelphia Cleveland Pittsburgh St Louis and Washington in a tight East division. Western results include San Francisco and Los Angeles. American League shows Houston Boston New York Buffalo Dallas Oakland and Denver with mixed records. late Sunday results feature Green Bay and New York as key winners. A separate note mentions a 70 yard drive ending in a touchdown as Green Bay threatened again late in the second half.
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Giants Lose Late Turnover Battle Against Packers
A dramatic first half concluded with a 41 yard field goal attempt wide as Hank Gremminger forced a rush on Summerall. The Packers seized momentum after Joe Morrison intercepted a Starr pass in the end zone, and the Giants faltered on a late fumble recovery by Davis as Tittle’s drive stalled.
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Blanda and Lemm upset Chargers to top AFL East
Associated Press report notes George Blanda led the Houston Oilers to a 33 13 win over previously undefeated San Diego while coach Wally Lemm earned praise for turning Houston into a seven game unbeaten streak since October 16. Boston won 24 14 over Denver as New York halted Dallas 28 7. Buffalo beat Oakland 26 21 but remained out of contention.
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Patterson McNeeley Heavyweight Title Showdown on Maple Leaf Gardens
Floyd Patterson enters as a 100 favorite to defend his heavyweight crown against Tom McNeeley Jr in a 15 round Toronto showdown at Maple Leaf Gardens. The undercard features Sonny Liston versus Albert Westphal in Philadelphia and a four city TV double header. McNeeley predicts a six round KO plan, while Patterson says he will test the challenger early as the bout looms with major purses and limited radio coverage in the U.S. breaking the telecast across theatres and homes.
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Eagles Rally Past Steelers to Boost Playoff Hopes
The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 35-24 to improve to 9-3. With a home game versus the Giants next Sunday, the Eagles stay in the hunt for the NFC playoff picture as Cleveland sits one game back after a 38-17 win over Dallas.
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Wisconsin Badgers Look Ahead After 99 63 Win
Wisconsin coach John Erickson lauds a fast break and rebounding edge after a 99 63 season opening win over South Dakota. Ron Jackson scored 27 as Wisconsin prepares to face Florida State and Cincinnati. Tom Hughbanks keys 17 points, Brens 9, Siebel 17, with Rearden stepping in at guard.
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Vince Lombardi Named to 1961 Silver Anniversary Team
Two Wisconsin natives are among 25 named by Sports Illustrated for the 1961 Silver Anniversary All America football team. Vince Lombardi, Fordham alumnus, coach and general manager of the Green Bay Packers, and Dr. Leonard Lovshin, Wisconsin alumnus and physician, are highlighted for their post college prominence.
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Celtics Defeat Royals 119-96 Without Cousy
The Celtics defeated the Cincinnati Royals 119-96 without Bob Cousy due to an ankle injury. Boston stretched its Eastern Division lead over Philadelphia to five games, showing depth in a rout.
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National Basketball Association
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Monticello Social News Highlights Weekend Visits
Local residents and families from Monticello and nearby towns gathered for weekend visits and events. Margare t Kammerer returned to Evanston after visiting her Kammerer relatives. multiple households hosted family dinners and Christmas gatherings. Visitors included the Wolters, Benkert, Lien, Voegeli, Putnam, and Rosen families, with excursions to Madison, Janesville, Blanchardville, and New Glarus.
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Evanston, Ill
Cradle School of Nursing
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Kermit Kammerers
Margaret
Harvey Wolters
Tammie
Timmy
Brodhead
Royal Woelffer Jr
Janesville
Doris Wagner
Curt
Douglas Karlen
Carl Loeffel
Rosa Legler
New Glarus
Fred Holcomb
Fred Zweifel
Clarence
Lillian
Robert Holcomb Sr
Clarence Holcomb
Jacob Voegeli
Jean Ann Hoskins
Madison
Howard Voegeli
Rhonda
Jackie
Bryan
Andrew Liens
Blanchardville
Ella Voegeli
Misses Fan
U S Red Chief In New Trouble
Yonkers New York police halted Gus Hall a Communist leader and charged him with three motor vehicle violations including crossing a white line lacking a New York license and improper registration. His 1962 fawn colored convertible was impounded and he must appear in court on December 7. Hall, general secretary of the Communist party in the United States, had been ordered by the Justice Department to register as a Soviet agent by midnight Wednesday. they refused. Penalties for non compliance include up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine per day.
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Chiefs end Hawaii streak with 90 86 loss on home court
Washington Taper finally broke the spell on Hawaii’s home court as the Chiefs defeated the Rainbows 90 to 86 Sunday night. A late fourth quarter surge led by Roger Kaiser and Gene Conley sealed the win, halting Hawaii’s six game run. The article also mentions Nebuchadnezzar and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon as ancient world wonders.
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