Goldstein Aragon episode roils boxing and Arizona racing notes
In a San Antonio incident linked to a fixed bout, Dick Goldstein faces possible life suspension from the NBA amid questions about reporting the fix. The piece also highlights two track records at Rillito Park, noting rising Arizona-bred performance and veteran trainer W. A. Philpot guiding Pharlita with a small but effective operation.
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Jim Richmond
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Racing Commission
Wildcats Tangle With Cal Bears In Bear Down Showdown
Arizona seeks a home upset of top ranked California as coach Fred Enke starts his usual lineup while Pete Newell prepares a versatile Bear squad led by Earl Robinson and Larry Friend. The 8 p.m. tipoff precedes Arizona's holiday road trip after a small Bear Down crowd due to Christmas vacation.
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Terry Coyle
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Ed Nymeyer
Bob Mueller
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Arizona State
Tennessee
Knoxville
Colts Redskins clash tests Ewbank fate in season finale
Baltimore hosts Washington in the NFL season closer as coach Weeb Ewbank’s job hangs in the balance. Washington seeks a share of second place in the Eastern Conference while Baltimore aims to end a three game skid with a national CBS telecast.
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Thief Steals from West Shrine Players in Palo Alto Practice
A locker room thief took 79 dollars from wallets of four West Shrine football players during practice in Palo Alto California. The suspect was grabbed by Capcutidan but escaped. Victims named include Paul Hatcher Genter from Arizona Don Gilkey and Frank Harvey.
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Colts Owner Approves Union Talk in New York Meeting
Rosenbloom, Colts principal owner, backs players discussing union on December 28 30 in New York. He approves veteran Bill Pellington to attend as representative and urges an open mind at the meeting.
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Tarheels Rally as Rosenbluth Sets NC Scoring Mark
North Carolina defeated Dartmouth 96 1 to set Lennie Rosenbluth new school scoring record with 30 points on 20 shots and 10 free throws. The Tar Heels followed a 64 59 win over NYU with seven straight victories while Kentucky Illinois and Fordham posted notable results in other top games.
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San Francisco
St. Louis
Big Bill Russell Debuts With Celtics In Televised Game
Boston Celtics introduce Bill Russell the NBA rookie and Olympian against the St Louis Hawks at Boston Garden. Coach Red Auerbach says Russell will start but play limited minutes in his first pro appearance.
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Union Gains 38th Straight Cage Victory
Arizona Class AA action features Mesa upsetting unbeaten South Mountain 49 to 46 as Bob Skousen scores 22 including a late 21 second basket. Alan Holmes leads Phoenix Union with 20 points. Camelback tops St Marys 53 to 2.
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J. ‘Camelback
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Yuma
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Catalina
University of Arizona Faces California In Tonight Basketball
Sports calendar lists tonight games at Bear Down Gym and Catalina field house with Arizona versus California at 1 45 PM and North Phoenix at Catalina. also Tucson High gym hosts another local matchup and St Marys at Salpointe with racing at Rillito Park tomorrow afternoon.
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Rillito Park
Lumberjacks Sink Naval Team in Home Victory
The Arizona State Lumberjacks defeated Point Magu Naval Base by 71 to 40. Wiley Horton and Virgil Robertson each scored one point for the winners while substitutes saw significant playing time.
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Wiley Horton
Virgil Robertson
Gaspar Ortega Eyes Welterweight Title Shot After Wins
Gaspar Ortega, the Mexicali fighter, scored a second straight split decision over ex-champion Tony DeMarco at Madison Square Garden, enhancing his chance for a title shot. He may face Carmen Basilio or Johnny Saxton after Basilio defends the crown January 18 in Cleveland.
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Newell Rates Wilt Chamberlain as Greatest Allround Shooter
Pete Newell, California Bears coach, compares Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell amid Arizona clash. He cites Chamberlain's straightaway shot and strength, noting Russell's reflexes and defense. Newell quotes Duane Asplund on differing dangers, framing the debate as a clash of two modern phenoms.
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Comiskey Will Probated. Power Shifts to Dorothy Rigney
Mrs Grace Reidy Comiskey's probate filing transfers control of the Chicago White Sox to daughter Dorothy C Rigney who becomes executor and secretary treasurer. Mrs Rigney receives 500 shares. Roy Egan calls the family matter personal. The remainder is split between son Charles and Mrs Rigney. A Toys for Tots drive will be aided by the golf tournament at Tucson Municipal Golf Course with a one dollar entrance and a toy donation.
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Chicago White Sox
Grace Reidy Comiskey
Dorothy C. Rigney
Unclear Basketball Scores From Regional Games
Fragmentary OCR reports several basketball results with team names truncated. Mentions include teams like Northeastern and Barton College with scattered scores such as 80 to 72 and 34. The readable content is inconsistent and no clear single game emerges.
NBA Acts In Fight Fix Case Involving Aragon Goldstein
Paterson N J The National Boxing Association will back Texas and California in their investigation of an alleged fight fix involving Art Aragon and Dick Goldstein. Each fighter faces 30 days to three months suspension if Texas reports prove the fix attempt.
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PHS Places 2nd In State Harrier Meet
Ray White of Pueblo Union led over 80 runners to finish first in the Arizona high school cross country meet at Papago Park 2.2 miles. Pueblo placed second in team standings with 58 points, Catalina 104 and Casa Grande 149. Pueblo runners Roy Ruiz Joe Menitez Alex Benitez Hollis Stewart earned top 20 medals. Milo Kaledeca Ted Varga led Catalina with a third and 12th place respectively. Tim Sanford Lloyd Baker and Keith Runion led Tucson High with ninth 15th and 16th place finishes. Al Magdaleno of Yuma finished fifth as Camelback's Paul Denning placed fourth behind White Ruiz and Kaledeca.
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