Johansson Wins World Heavyweight Title in Stunning KO
In New York at Yankee Stadium Ingemar Johansson knocked out Floyd Patterson in the third round to claim the world heavyweight crown. The Swede delivered a right hand that floored Patterson seven times, ending the bout at two minutes and three seconds. Patterson had been undefeated in 22 straight fights before losing the title.
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Nettle Creek Defeats Vilands 10-0 in League Play
Nettle Creek won Friday night at Lisbon 10-0 over Vilands in County Line league action. Dé Johnson pitched a two hit game with 15 strikeouts, and Kay Olson led the offense with three hits. The schedule lists a Monday 8:00 p.m. game at Lisbon between the Mufflers and Plattville.
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New Boating Advances for Small Craft in 1950s
The article surveys five years of progress in pleasure boating detailing easier starts with automatic ignition and built in generators, lighter hulls of fiberglass and aluminum, improved power for inboard and outboard motors, corrosion free plastics for fittings, and new synthetic sails and rigging. It notes rising interest in sea skiffs catamarans and small cabin cruisers and highlights portable electronics like depth finders and radio phones.
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Yanks and Orioles: almanac night deluge of blows
The Yankees overwhelmed the White Sox 8-4 to climb into a third place tie behind the Indians. The Orioles swept Detroit 12-7 and 4-1 while Kansas City fell as Washington’s Harmon Killebrew added his 25th homer in an 8-4 win.
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Referee explains stopping Patterson Johansson bout
Referee Ruby Goldstein said stopping the heavyweight title fight was to let Patterson walk out unharmed. He noted time left did not matter as Patterson was exhausted and helpless to defend against more punches.
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Braves and Giants split scores as NL races tighten
Giants blank Phillies 8-0 behind Mike McCormick as San Francisco closes to within two games of Milwaukee and two of Los Angeles. Milwaukee routed Chicago 11-1, Dodgers edged Pirates 6-5, Reds beat Cardinals 7-6 in 10 innings, with Brav es starter Warren Spahn hitting his 22nd NL homer.
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Connor Hawks Defeat Black Bears 15-6 at Goodwill Park
In Little League Friday at Goodwill Park the Connor Hawks beat the Black Bears 15-6. Syd Reeves earned the win, Rick Johnson took the loss. Bill Ferguson led Hawks with a 3 for 5, while George Black went 3 for 4 for the Bears. Hawks scored 3 in 1st, 6 in 4th, 3 in 5th and 3 in 6th. Bears tallied 2 in 1st, 1 in 2nd and 3 in 4th.
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Morris Pony League Beats Marseilles 4-1 at MCHS
Mettille earned the win with 14 strikeouts and only one hit allowed for Morris. Zaccagnini took the loss for Marseilles after three hits, seven strikeouts, and four walks. Bob Vacca led Morris with a 2 for 3 performance, while Marseilles’ John son had the lone hit for the visitors.
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Morris Warriors and ACs baseball schedule on weekend
The schedule lists Morris Warriors at Wilmington Saturday at 3 p.m. and Morris ACs at Braidwood Sunday at 2 p.m. facing Minnoka at Goodwill Park. Harvard oarsman Henry Roberts, Jr. of Rye is noted as the grandson of Princeton rower R. S. Rauch who competed in 1917.
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Cardinals Rally Win Behind Mu ial Slugging Fire
In relief after Newk and Brooks Lawrence were tagged for four home runs, Stan Musial went 3-for-4 with three RBIs. Joe Cunningham and Ken Boyer added homers as St. Louis toppled foes, but still slipped to seventh in the standings.
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Champion Promoter Declares Control After Johansson Fight
Promoter Bill Rosensohn announced he has Johansson under exclusive contract and will promote the September rematch. He asserted control over TV radio and film rights and hinted the bout could net a million dollars in the United States, while confirming a firm rematch contract without fixed site or date.
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Bob Swift: From Tigers World Champion to Athletics Coach
Former Detroit Tigers catcher Bob Swift, a member of the 1945 world champion team, has taken a coaching role with the Kansas City Athletics. He brings veteran insight and a championship pedigree to the Athletics coaching staff.
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