Odessa Favored Over Wichita Falls In Quarterfinal
Local fans debate outcome of the Wichita Falls Odessa football quarterfinal with Odess a favored by comments from players and coaches. Reports note Odessa's speed and stronger line while Wichita Falls relies on smarter play and defense.
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Wentworth Gridder Dies of Injuries
Bobby Price a 10 year old from Lexington Missouri died from injuries suffered in a football game between Wentworth Military Academy and Northeastern Oklahoma AdrM. He was injured on the first two plays of the Papoose Bowl and had been unconscious for 71 hours. Surgeons after a two hour operation Monday could not yet determine full extent, suspect concussion or hemorrhage.
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Ban on Bowl Games Suggested
Richmond December 10 7 Proposed to ban post season bowl games and to make more explicit rules on athletic professionalism have been offered by Southern Conference members for consideration at their annual meeting Friday and Saturday at Roanoke Virginia.
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Santa Fe Five Tops Russell Stationery in AAU Play
Santa Fe defeated Russell Stationery 59 to 35 as Truett Coffman led with 11 field goals and two free throws. In a second game the Sandie Sophs beat Continental Trailways 64 to 24, led by Jack Little with 10 points and Jim Pate with 12. The third match saw Graham Hoeme edge Gulf Oil 51 to 48 with Don Leach scoring five field goals and Pat Sasser adding 16 for Gulf Oil.
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Three Teams Okayed For 2 AA Competition
Vernon December 16 The District 2 AA of the Interscholastic League approved Electra Quanah and Childress to compete next year in the AA district instead of Class A. The vote by Wichita Falls Vernon and Graham was unanimous after the schools petitioned to stay in the conference.
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Tar Heels to Meet Texas Longhorns Next Sept in Austin
University of North Carolina plans revenge for a 34 0 defeat as the Tar Heels schedule a September 25 game in Austin against the Texas Longhorns. Athletic director R ak Felt zer announced the matchup today.
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Badgers Aim to Beat Cowboys in Amarillo Clash
Amarillo College Badgers face the Cisco Junior College Cowboys in the gym tonight with new white warm ups and full roster readiness. Key returnees include Glen Brotherton Dick Wiggins Fat Babb and others as forward Sidney MacAlister leads the Cowboys in Wayland setback. Tipoff at 8:00 p.m. with admission 75 cents students 80 cents general and $1.20 reserved.
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Chandler Backs Expansion Plans Amid Miami Open Golf
Commissioner A. B. Chandler endorses long-range plan to expand major leagues by adding four teams from the Pacific Coast League. Discussion centers on eight-team structure, potential implications for National and American Leagues, and forthcoming joint meetings.
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Cage Coach and Dave Douglas Win Orlando Open Playoff
Cage Coach and Dave Douglas of Wilmington Delaware edged to victory in a playoff to capture the Orlando Open title. Douglas, a newcomer, won the 10 event in a dramatic finish Monday.
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Sandie Indian Clash Top Cage Attraction
The Golden Sandie basketball opener features Quanah Indians at the Amarillo High School Armory. Quanah is a District 2 AA preseason favorite. Admission is 50 cents for all ages. Tipoff is 7:30 PM.
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Graziano Wins Narrow Split Decision in States Panel
Rocky Graziano secured a narrow split decision yesterday as boxing officials debated whether the world middleweight champion should be allowed to fight. A National Boxing Association poll showed 40 percent in favor, 33.8 percent against, with remaining officials undecided or not voting.
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Longhorns surge to four straight in Southwest action
United Press reports Texas Longhorns, 4-0, top the Southwest Conference after beating LSU 31-0 in Houston. Guard Martin leads Texas with 19 points while Bob Meaders paces LSU. Rice rallies to defeat Texas Tech 50-43 in Houston. Baylor tops North Texas 64-53 in Waco. SMU hosts Centenary in Dallas as the lone nonconference game. Chilean government vows pension reform veto potential amid Noblonary talks.
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Turner Doubts PCL Status Rise In Coming Years
After Jim Turner’s unofficial 1947 Pacific Coast League report, doubts arise that the circuit will reach major league status or contribute to the majors soon. He cites aging players, wartime losses, and slow development as factors, with Portland’s Vic Raschi highlighted as a key figure. Other prospects include Bob Chesnes and Ed Fitzgerald headed to Pittsburgh, while seating limits and minor-league path issues are noted.
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