American League Sets Surprising 1956 Record Spree
Chicago reports that the American League shattered or tied 417 records in 1956. The Yankees notched three major league marks including most pennants and most home runs by a club while Yogi Berra, Mickey Mantle, and Ted Williams posted standout totals. The league also recorded high strikeouts, homers, and team slugging, with Detroit and Chicago among other teams achieving notable feats.
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Bears to Start Caroline Against Lions on Sunday
Fairchild teams gain an even break in a double header as football reports note Cy Caroline lining up offense for Chicago Bear coach Paddy Driscoll against Detroit Lions. The Bears, with running back Rick Cesarés and others, seek an upset after a 42-10 defeat two weeks earlier.
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Former Football Stars To Clash In Goulash Bowl
A group of ex college gridiron stars plan a charity Goulash Bowl in Phoenix with 7000 tickets sold at a dollar each. A local school board will host the Dec 29 game at its stadium. Coleman says the event rekindles old days and features players who have not played in years.
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Southland Stars form Shrine North South All-Star squad
Former Phoenix College coach Chink Coleman, now in business, organized the Shrine North South All-Star game in Miami on December 26 at the Orange Bowl. He recruited 78 volunteers in Phoenix and 40 in Tucson, with Vanderbilty and Duke players joining ex-college teammates as they work as ranchers.
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Bahama-Martinez Fight On Video
Two top middleweight bouts at the Cleveland Arena headline the card tonight. Joey Giardello faces Charley Cotton in an in-house match not televised while an NBC telecast features Bahama from Bimini facing Jimmy Martinez of Glendale. Co features add a twist to the annual Cleveland News toy shop event.
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Marciano Open to Return Talks After Maryland M Club Night
Former heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano suggested a possible comeback though he remains retired. At the University of Maryland M Club banquet he spoke about many things to think over while praising the club and receiving honorary membership.
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Maryland Begins College Swim After Pool Fix
University of Maryland resumes intercollegiate swimming with a 51 35 opening win over Clemson after fixing a leaky pool. Coach Bill Campbell credits improved depth and speed, expects a tough meet at Virginia Military and sees potential in freshmen and a young squad.
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