Lions Stop Packers Hopes With 23-10 Win
Detroit gains a 23-10 victory over Green Bay, a key Western Division tilt. Lions quarterback Jim Ninowski throws 182 yards as Detroit’s defense sacks Bart Starr and Lamar McHan for 60-yard losses, while two Packers fumbles and a blocked punt contribute to the setback.
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One Killed Tumbling Causes Crippling Injuries
A medical study from Iowa and AMA Journal warn that untrained tumbling on large canvas mats within springs causes severe spinal injuries and one death. Five male victims aged 17 to 38 suffered paralysis. one died. Unsafe center-mat maneuvers and unsupervised practice prompt calls for qualified instructors and participant registration to improve safety.
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Pro Standings and Yesterday's Results Summary
Detroit and Green Bay led the Pro Standings as results from yesterday showed a 10 point edge for Detroit over Western. Green Bay trailed but remains in contention with strong offensive output.
Explosive Bellino Makes Navy Slight Favorite
Explosive Joe Bellino boosts Navy as a slight favorite over Army in Philadelphia Stadium. Navy seeks its 7th straight win over the Cadets in the 61st meeting before 98,816 fans. Bellino leads with 104 points and 17 touchdowns while Army relies on Tom Blanda and Al Rushatz.
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Dale Hall
Hoop Takes Over Tonight With 3 College Tourneys
Nine of 17 State Conference teams begin basketball play tonight as West Virginia hosts three tournaments in Montgomery New Martinsville and Weston. West Liberty meets Wheeling at New Martinsville, Davis and Elkins face Beckley, and West Virginia Wesleyan vs Alderson-Broaddus at Weston with Fairmont State clashing Glenville. A West Virginia all star team meets Ohio all stars in Wheeling.
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Fairmont State
Salem College
Montgomery
New Martinsville
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Ohio
Brown Seeks Strengthened Pirates for 1961 Season
Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Joe L. Brown says the 1960 world champions must be strengthened in certain spots for 1961. He notes difficulty in trading with NL clubs and plans to pursue American League options while avoiding complacency after winning the pennant and World Series.
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Dick Groat
Houston Meets Boston Titans Whip Dallas
Houston holds Eastern Division lead at 7-3 while Boston sits 5-5 as the only AFL game Friday features Houston against the Patriots in Boston. In Thanksgiving action the New York Titans beat Dallas 41-35 led by Al Dorow who threw two TDs ran for one and had 301 passing yards. Abner Haynes scored twice for Houston and Cotton Davidson added two passing scores. Jack Spikes kicked two field goals.
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Cotton Davidson
Jack Spikes
Women’s Open Scheduled at Worcester July 21 23
The eighth Women’s Open sponsored by the USGA will be held at Worcester Country Club from July 21 to 23. A professional winner will receive 1800 dollars and a silver trophy.
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Falcons Meet The Test Whip Salem In Bowl Tilt
About 2,000 attended the Clarksburg game where Fairmont State Falcons, Western Division champions, built a 6 0 halftime lead on Roy Meeks 1 yard TD. Jim Shaner added a third quarter score, while Salem capitalized on a late turnover for its lone TD. Final stats favored Fairmont 151 yards and nine first downs to Salem’s 148 and eight.
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King Counts on Ritchie for WVU Scoring Punch
Morgantown AP reports defensive ace Jim Ritchie, averaging seven points, is expected to boost West Virginia basketball offense after Jerry West departure. Coach George King notes Ritchie is stronger, more responsible, and likely to guard the opponent’s top attacker, while improving his own scoring. Ritchie, a 6-4 Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania native and team co-captain, previously had quick scoring bursts against Dartmouth and Northwestern.
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West Virginia
Jerry West
George King
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Northwestern
Beckley College Eyes Victory Over Davis and Elkins
Beckley College opens 1960-61 hoop season tonight in New Martinsville Jaycee tournament vs Davis and Elkins. Coach Joe Cook relies on Captain Vernon Hurt and a mix of veterans and newcomers including Rodney Albertson and Ron Stennett to lead rebounding with Bob Fox. The Blue Hawks face Roanoke and state rivals after the tournament.
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Coshocton
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Richwood
Hawk
Walter Wikle
Lookout High
Warren O'Dell
Beckley
ID & E
Roanoke
Virginia
National Business College
Bluefield State
Va Tech Upsets SC Champions
Virginia Tech Gobblers edged Virginia Military Institute 13 to 12 to claim the Virginia Big Five title and a share of second in the Southern Conference standings. Coach Frank Moseley cited the team’s improved health as a key factor in the upset over the champions, VMI, who suffered their first league loss in five games.
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Wilt Breaks Bill Russell's Rebound Record
Philadelphia Warriors star Wilt Chamberlain set his ninth NBA record with 55 rebounds and 34 points, but his team lost 132-129 to the Boston Celtics as Boston extended its division lead. The Celtics recovered from a 114- tie to win, while Syracuse crushed by old rivals earlier and Los Angeles defeated Cincinnati.
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Cornell fires coach James after 25 years at Cornell
Cornell announces the firing of George K Lefty James after 25 years with the Big Red football team 14 as head coach He remains to be seen to what career path he will pursue The team lost 18 to 7 to Penn on Thanksgiving Day ending a 2 7 season in 1960 and James’ 14 year record stands at 88 wins 58 defeats and es
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Bowls and Scores Mixed Results Preview Thursday to Saturday
A cluttered recap shows college bowls with many small school matchups and pro results across Thursday to Saturday. Notable lines include Boise JC 13 Penn 18 Cornell 7, Tennessee Tech 35, Middle Tennessee 8, Meridian teams, and NFL AFL/NBA results such as New York 41 Dallas 35 and Boston 132 Philadelphia 129.
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