Clay defeats Patterson for 12th round knockout at Las Vegas
Cassius Clay dominated Floyd Patterson to a 12th round technical knockout at the Convention Center. Clay will next consider Ernie Terrell as a potential opponent while he holds an 18 KOs in 22 pro fights. Patterson, hindered by a back injury, fought bravely as the crowd cheered his courage and lingering questions about Clay's true championship status remain.
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Early Birds and Other Bowling League Standings
Fragmented OCR shows bowling league standings with teams such as Beckley Insulation Eastern Assoc Beckley Welding and Green Hornets. Individual scores list Ruth Hamrick Jeanette Long June Anderson Kathleen Cole Wanda Kiser Erma Wilcox and others with series and game totals across multiple leagues.
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Clay Patterson Fight Reveals Humiliation and Praise
The Cassius Clay Floyd Patterson bout left Patterson humiliated after a one sided beating. Referee Harry Krause noted Clay taunting Patterson from early rounds and pressing for a stoppage as Patterson failed to land blows. Clay earned praise for composure while denying praise for his own conduct.
Clay Claims He Proved He Is A Great Champion
Cassius Clay defeated Floyd Patterson at the Las Vegas Convention Center, stopping Patterson in the 12th round as the referee halted the bout amid Patterson’s back injury and mounting punishment. Patterson praised Clay as a real man, while Clay credited his own display and questioned American public opinion on him. The arena drew 7,402 spectators, with television and theater viewership around 500,000 extra, and Patterson left the ring with back pain and consideration of retirement.
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Curt Blefary Named A L Rookie Of Year
Baltimore Orioles outfielder Curt Blefary, a Wagner College student, is named American League Rookie of the Year. The 22 year old from Mahwah New Jersey edged Marcelino Lopez 12-1 in votes, after a rookie season that featured 22 homers and 70 RBIs. Blefary credited mentor Gene Woodling and others for guidance as he recovered from a cold on news of the award.
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Injured Steelers Lose Two For Season
Pittsburgh report says two Steelers players will miss the rest of the season due to injuries. Rookie Roy Jefferson broke his right arm and center Art Hunter sprained his right knee in a game. Quarterback Bill Nelsen may return after knee trouble. initial reports suggested surgery.
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Cardinals Rehire Coaches for 1966 Season
St Louis Cardinals announce the return of coaches Joe Schultz Joe Becker and Bob Millkien for the 1966 season. Vic D Cleveland Indiane from Caracas hopes for a significant raise as he signs his 1966 contract. Davalillo batted .301 this season. Tulsa leads as Tennessee prepares for a December 18 contest in Houston.
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West Virginia closes strong bid as records fall in 1965
SC records fall in the 1965 campaign as Mountaineers finish 6-4 overall and 4-0 in the conference after a 37-24 win over George Washington and a 21-0 victory over Richmond. George Pearce of the Indians sets two new conference marks while Maine tops Howard 35-? and ECC’s Dave Alexander scores four TDs plus a pass. Davidson, Furman, The Citadel, VMI, William and Mary, Richmond and Virginia Tech note end-of-season positions.
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Rousseau Leads NHL In Scoring Race
Montreal star Bobby Rousseau tops the NHL scoring race with 20 goals and 13 assists after Montreal beat New York 98 last week. Chicago’s Hull is second with 15 goals and six assists. New York’s players trail with 19 goals.
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Rocks of which mountains are silicon aluminum compounds
The rocks of which mountains are composed are made up of silicon and aluminum compounds.
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Christians Versus Lions Set Battle In Burlington
Burlington ap report says Christians and the Lions clash Saturday with Christians holding a 2-1 edge.
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Fairmont and Glenville Reach Weston Tourney Finals
Fairmont defeated Salem 93 84 led by Dave Miller and Bill Moody while Glenville edged Wesleyan 177 74. In Weston UP I coverage Fairmont Glenville Salem will meet in a consolation game before the championship. John Jamerson Salem 23 Bob Schneider 19. Bob Sheen 13 pivotal in Fairmont 73 72 comeback. Charles Miller 24 tops Salem, teammates 23 and Minniweather hit key threes.
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