Davey Moore Dies from Boxing Injuries After Ramos Fight
Former featherweight champion Davey Moore, 29, died at White Memorial Hospital from brain injuries suffered in the Ramos bout. Moore collapsed after the 10th round and never regained consciousness. California Gov. Brown urged boxing abolition as an emergency measure.
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Kid) Paret
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Patterson Clay bout eyed to revive Patterson career
Former heavyweight champion Floyd Patterson may face Cassius Clay in a comeback bid after an injury postponed his April 10 bout with Sonny Liston. Cham pionship Sports Inc. president Tom Bolan said a Patterson Clay fight could draw millions, with talks to be held Wednesday. At the World Boxing Writers Association dinner, Dick Tiger and Dr Marvin Stevens received awards.
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Krebs Poised for Western Playoffs Despite Hospital Stay
Center Jim Krebs is expected to be ready for action in the Western Division playoffs despite a Sunday hospitalization for treatment of an allergic reaction to medication used for a dislocated finger.
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Fireball Roberts Weighs Ford Move Amid NASCAR Pace
Glen Fireball Roberts, unhappy with his Pontiac, eyes a Ford as NASCAR speeds surge this season. The Atlanta 500 finish, where Roberts was second to Ford’s Fred Lorenzen, boosts rumors of a switch. Mercury drivers and top entrants, including Dieringer and Daigh, prep for the Southeastern 500 at Bristol on March 31, aiming for a strong field and possible record speeds.
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Sweeping Auto Styles May Send Insurance Rates Up
A reader notes 1963 car styling could raise repair costs and push insurance rates higher. The piece cites rising glass costs from 18 to 225 dollars and wraparound windshields as an example of design-driven expense. R D Watts Insurance Agency.
Fishing Hat Says Much About a Man
The article argues that a worn fishing hat reveals a fisherman's character and experience. It notes hats display individuality through shape color and gear, yet protect from sun and weather while concealing gray hairs. Ridiculing another’s hat is frowned upon, as it represents personal history and pride.
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Brumel Clears 7 Feet 2.6 Inches in Russia
Soviet high jump star Valery Brumel cleared 7 feet 2.6 inches at track meet in Leningrad during Soviet Union events, according to Tass reported by Sovinformbiру.
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Post 197 Blasts Blue Jay Five In Seneca District Play
Post 197, led by Hedrick's 34 points and Hall's 28, built a 184 first quarter lead and overwhelmed Blue Jay 45 to 35 as no Blue Jay player reached double figures. John Phillips scored 18 for Post 197, while Burns totaled 12 for Post 80 in a dominant league win.
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Providence Friars Sweep NIT With All-Tournament Trio
Providence's Ray Flynn Jim Stone and John Thompson named to the NIT all star team as the Friars beat Canisius 81-66 in the final. Flynn earned MVP honors after scoring 83 points in three games and drilling 54 percent from the field. Marquette topped Villanova for third place. total attendance reached 92,161 at Madison Square Garden.
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Paramus Faber Cement Block leads to fourth in ABC tourney
The Faber Cement Block team of Paramus New Jersey scored 6145 Sunday night to reach fourth in the classic team division of the American Bowling Congress tournament. Five bowlers all but one of whom hit 600s contributed 3096 on Sunday after 3049 Saturday. Fairlanes of Fairless Hills Pennsylvania opened with 2974 in the minor events. Pat Tarsio stood ninth in classic singles with 675 and Alfred Saragalli tenth with 673.
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Toncic Declines Ottawa Ride for Wheeling Return
Former Pitt quarterback Ivan Toncic rejected an offer from the Ottawa Roughriders of the Canadian Football League to rejoin the Wheeling Ironmen. He led Wheeling to the United Football League title, throwing 1,848 yards and 18 touchdowns on 113 completions of 255 attempts in 12 games, including two more TDs in the title win over Grand Rapids.
Welcome Home Champs Parade Unites Wyoming County
The Oceana and Conley of Mullens teams were celebrated at a Sunday ceremony at Oceana High School with speeches by coaches and officials. The assembly, notable for racial harmony, praised the two schools as county champions and highlighted unity over rivalry. Boxing tragedy later overshadowed the celebration as Davey Moore died from injuries after a title fight with Sugar Ramos. Shady Spring High School to honor athletes Friday with an athletic banquet at 6:30 p.m.
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Sikes Edges Snead For Doral Open Victory
Dan Sikes, a 32-year-old attorney from Jacksonville, held off Sam Snead with a final round 34-38 for a five under par 283 to win the Doral Open. Snead finished one stroke back at 284 after a late rally, with Tony Lema in third on 3000 dollars.
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