Fight Probe May Include Cohen Talk
Los Angeles district attorney William McKesson plans to question ex-gambler Mickey Cohen and boxer Art Aragon, amid a suspected link to a Texas fight fixing case. Also summoned is Henry Maltman, a Hollywood drugstore manager tied to Cohen, as the probe considers a possible connection between the Texas suspensions and Cohen Maltman matters. Aragon and Goldstein face a California Athletic Commission hearing on suspensions mirrored from Texas.
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Ponies Picked In SWC Meet
Houston December 22 SMU is favored to win its third consecutive SWC preseason basketball tournament. The nationally ranked Mustangs lead seven SWC schools plus guest Navy in a three day event beginning Thursday in a three day carnival.
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Dukes Attacks Syracuse Fan in Pro Basketball Feud
In Syracuse, the Nationals beat the Lakers 107-97 as Walt Dukes attacked a fan in the stands during the third period. John Kerr sparked a late rally for the Nationals, while Russell struggled in his second pro appearance for the Celtics in a 95-87 loss to the Pistons.
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Flam to join Seixas in Davis Cup challenge round
In Adelaide Australia Herbie Flam of U Cal will join Vic Seixas as America’s top hopes when the Davis Cup challenge round begins. Coach Bill Talbert announced the lineup today.
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Coltsedge Redskins in Season Finale Thriller
The Baltimore Colts beat the Washington Redskins 19-17 on a 53 yard touchdown pass from Johnny Unitas to Jim Mutscheller to close the 1956 NFL regular season. The Giants meet the Bears in New York for the title game at Yankee Stadium Dec 30. Colts finish 9-4-1, Redskins 6-6-1, attendance record set.
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Providence Reds Move Up In AHL Standings
The Providence Reds, on a five game winning streak, moved from fourth to first in the American Hockey League after a 3-2 overtime win over Hershey. Camile Henry and Paul Larivee form the league’s hottest one-two punch, lifting Providence four points ahead of the Bears.
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Cowboys Enter Louisiana Meet Preview
Hardin-Simmons 62 travels to the Louisiana Invitational in Shreveport Louisiana starting Thursday while New Mexico Aggies 0-9 compete in the All-American tournament in Owensboro Kentucky beginning Friday. Arizona 63 faces Tennessee in Knoxville Friday and Vanderbilt in Nashville Saturday before Arizona State 35 meets Marshall College in Huntington West Virginia Saturday and then moves to Akron.
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SMU Heads Toward Third Straight SWC Title Defense
SMU seeks a third consecutive Southwest Conference crown as a potent 87.8 point scoring team and 65.9 defense aim to carry Coach Doc Hayes's Methodists through the league tournament. The pairings pit SMU vs Texas Christian with the winner to meet Texas-Arkansas winner, while Rice and Baylor loom as challengers in the other side.
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North South Squads Set Final Sessions
Rival college all star teams held final training ahead of the Orange Bowl classic in Miami. North coach Duffy Daugherty and South mentor Art Guepe planned two hours of drills focusing on offense and defense as captains were named and starting lineups outlined for the North and South squads.
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UP College Basketball Ratings Through Dec 22
United Press rankings list Kansas as No 1 with 28 first place votes and 6 0 record. North Carolina 8 0. Kentucky 6 2. SMU 7 1. St Louis 6 1. Iowa State 5 1. West Virginia 8 0. Oklahoma A and M 7 1. Kansas State 6 2. second ten include Duke Vanderbilt UCLA and others with various records and point counts through late December.
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Mantle Calls AP Honor Like Grand Slam Moment
Anchorage report quotes Mickey Mantle saying being named Male Athlete of the Year in the Associated Press poll feels like a World Series grand slam. He calls it a real big thrill, the biggest he has known off the baseball field.
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Kimbrough Plans Three-Unit Substitution For Tangerine Bowl
West Texas State coach Frank Kimbrough outlined a three-team substitution plan for the Tangerine Bowl against Mississippi Southern on January 1 in Orlando. The Panthers, 7-2, rely on a strong ground game led by fullback Charlie Sanders who aims to be ready after rib injuries. Sanders, Wright, Brooks and a tough Texan lineup prepare to fly east for the first WTSC bowl appearance.
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Jim Kitts Named To Sports Hall Enshrinement
Dallas reports the Texas Sports Hall of Fame will enshrine late SMU star and coach Jimmy Kitts at a Dec 31 luncheon. Plaque presentation to widow Mrs. Clifford Kitts by James Stewart, State Fair VP and former SWC secretary, accompanies Cecil Smith and Davey O'Brien induction into the Hall.
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Local Hoop Notes From Texas Panhandle Columns
Coach Hawkins praises Phillips and Seminole if they meet, noting Phillips would counter Seminole’s height with experience. Pecos star Billy Jim Simmons risks All-State omission, Eastern New Mexico braces for next season with returning holdovers, and Crane coach Anderegg visits for local coaching talks. Also mentions Jackie Robinson Giants trade, Pecos Golden Gloves scene, and promising fighter Al Rios with pro potential.
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ICS Cagers Schedule Tilts
The Associated Press reports Lone Star Conference teams take a Christmas break while Stephen F. Austin leads in tournament play at McNeese and other schools join Elks and related events. Stephen F. Austin routed Texas Wesleyan 95 to 59 last week to extend the win streak. Lamar Tech and Lamar also hold 7-1 records with several teams idle this week.
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Fisher in good condition after last Friday loss in New York
Jimmy Fisher, a young Philadelphia welterweight, suffered a slight concussion in his defeat by Rody Geim of Goveland at Madison Square Garden last Friday. He was reported in good condition today at St. Clare's Hospital after being aided from the ring following a six round battering.
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Middleweights Fight in New York Cup at St Nicholas Arena
A Christmas Eve bout at St Nicholas Arena features middleweight contenders Devanda and Sempe-wihong sacks, Slueginpe and Cheweipgits-Armip, as they clash in a De rounder.
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