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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1960
Page
6
The article surveys calls for major NBA rule shifts to restore team play, including raising the basket to twelve feet, a convex backboard, and other changes. It notes the tall player era and higher scores, while questioning whether these tweaks will actually cure the game.
John Thomas aims for another world indoor high jump record at the National AAU Championships in Madison Square Garden Saturday night. The report also notes Gene Freese joining the White Sox and a postponed basketball game at West Frederick Jr. High, rescheduled for February 26.
The Continental League battle over stadium rights and territorial claims risks bypassing Houston. Branch Rickey said progress is made but a remote possibility exists that Houston could be dropped, while Houston officials seek state legislative changes to allow mortgages on stadium property.
Dave Marr from Cedarhurst, Long Island, led the Tucson Open after 36 holes at Dover California with a one stroke edge as Potomac 110 and Hagerstown JC battled. Bowie Invitational Basketball saw Bowie beat Southeastern 80 to 91. Rangers acquire goalie Gump Worsley replacement from Winnipeg to fill injured spot.
Sweden's Sixten Jernberg won the 30-kilometer cross country and Barbara Wagner with Bob Paul secured the figure skating pair gold at Squaw Valley. Canada claimed a pair of medals as the U S earned bronze. crowds were small for the opening day events.
The Brunswick baseball team in the Maryland State League reelected Lee Merriman as manager after an 18-0 campaign. Elected officers include Ea Shipley president Bob Donovan vice president Mrs June Deener secretary Mrs Beverly Haller treasurer Bob Merriman score keeper Bill Murphey. board members TS and Lee Feete and directors Gere Bow Marvin Youngkins T Robertson George Merriman J Hynkoop.
AP report details a dispute involving Cumberland officials and State Racing Commissioner JR Bruce Livie after Livie commented that Cumberland’s race track facilities and crowd were among the worst. Cumberland officials sought resignation threats and later accepted Livie’s telegram apology claiming the remarks targeted only a small group of stable workers. The governor noted no reflection on Cumberland’s patrons and expressed hope for a successful meet.
Bowie Race Track in Maryland cancels its planned tenth race for Saturday after the attorney general ruling the State Racing Commission lacks power to grant a tenth race under existing laws. The ninth race is scrapped and the final event becomes the feature Burch Memorial Handicap worth $12,300. Yes You Will, winner of the Abraham Lincoln Stakes, is the favorite in the furlong dash carrying top weight.
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