Upsets Scramble Ratings in Three Major Grid Loops
In college football action October 22, California toppled by Southern California 21-14 while Texas and Texas A&M faltered against Arkansas and Texas Christian. Maryland, Georgia Tech, Tennessee, and Michigan also posted key wins as polls shifted. Boston area results included Cornell 27 Yale 0 and Harvard 22 Army 21.
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Plainview's Howton Dominates Rice Two-Platoon Plan
Plainview’s Bill Howton stars for Rice, averaging near 50 minutes per game and delivering 15 receptions for 428 yards and five touchdowns while playing both offense and defense. He logged 57 minutes against SMU, catching three passes for 136 yards and three scores in a 28-7 win, and has played 108 of 120 minutes in recent games.
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Tougher Every Time Blaik
West Point coach Earl Red Blaik laments Army football may endure a winless season yet says the team’s spirit remains as high as possible under rough circumstances. He cites fumbles penalties and the exam scandal as factors while noting tougher games ahead against Columbia USC The Citadel Penn Navy.
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Defense Keeps Bears Winning
Baylor remains undefeated in the Southwest Conference by stifling opponents. The Bears boast the league's best defense, allowing just 198.5 yards per game and 41 points in four games. Offensive output sits second nationally in yardage with 322 per game, while Texas A M leads in rushing and Fred Benners of SMU paces passing and total offense.
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Raids on Plantations Reported in Java
Raids by marauding bands on plantations and the killing of European employees still are being reported from Java. Local authorities urge caution as investigations continue and workers seek safety amid rising tensions in the colonial outpost.
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Fort Worth Nixes Houston Request
Fort Worth City Attorney Rhinehart Rouer said the city cannot appropriate funds for the plane that flew Gen Douglas MacArthur to Texas last June. He noted any contribution would have to come from private citizens. Mayor J R Edwards disclosed Houston Mayor Oscar Holcomb sought help to cover the $5000 bill owed to Eastern Airlines.
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Record set for motoring tourists entering Norway this year
A new annual record was set for the number of motoring tourists entering Norway in the current year, reflecting rising cross border travel. Authorities noted the surge came from multiple origins and highlighted continued growth in road tourism trends.
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Scandal Spreads as Groza Beard Face Bribery Charges
Chicago reports that Alex Groza and Ralph Beard, former Kentucky stars, are arraigned on bribery warrants connected to a 1949 Madison Square Garden game against Loyola Chicago. Dale Barnstable also faces charges as the NBA weighs policy changes amid the scandal.
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Nothing Special Says Douglas Upsets Texas Razorbacks
Arkansas coach Otis Douglas said he did nothing special to inspire the Razorbacks in their 16 14 upset of Texas. Gov. Sid McMath had proclaimed Beat Texas Week and urged a win. Players captains Summerall and Hanner, civic clubs, telegrams, and a university holiday marked the victory with classes resuming the next day.
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Yannigans Win 11, One Loss In Gridiron Run
Amarillo High B team posts 11 wins with one defeat while averaging 19 1 12 points for versus 5 12 points against. Yannigan Whites sweep six games. Golds drop opener to undefeated Canadian. Scores include Whites 39-0 Dumas B and 31-0 Childress. Golds 6-7 to Canadian and 26-7 Boise City. Next games set at Amarillo Stadium against Pampa Guerillas and Borger Bullpups.
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Lupino and Duff Wed in Lake Tahoe Ceremony
Screen actress Ida Lupino and actor Howard Duff exchanged vows in a simple rustic Lake Tahoe wedding. The couple, stars of film and stage, began their honeymoon following the November ceremony on a quiet lakeside setting.
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Irrawaddy River Proclaimed Navigable 900 Miles in Burma
A Burmese government assessment states the Irrawaddy River is navigable for about 900 miles. This opening may boost river trade and transport, linking upland regions to coastal ports and potentially enabling larger cargo movement.
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Sandies face Borger in high scoring district showdown
District 1-AAAA clubs concluded non conference play with Amarillo Sandies posting strong results. The Sandies clash with Borger at Amarillo Stadium amid talk of upsets as Pampa and Lubbock vie for top spot while coach Tom Tipps may move on for a better offer.
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Border Conference showdown looms in Arizona Tech tilt
Arizona meets Texas Tech in a pivotal Border Conference game at Lubbock on homecoming day. Tech is a 2 to 3 touchdown favorite after a 33 19 win over TCU and a 20 40 loss to Baylor. Also on the schedule are West Texas State vs Hardin Simmons and Arizona State College at Tempe hosting New Mexico A&M.
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Four-Way Tie in Amarillo Weekend Golf Handicap
A four way tie for first place in the Amarillo Country Club weekend handicap tournament produced net 67s for Don Loden, C. L. Duniven Jr, S. T. Munhall, and Dr. H. E. Watkins. Floyd Richards captured the other ball with 68 and John Munn posted a one over 71 for low gross.
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Two Dude Bandits Crash Card Party
In New York on October 22 two well dressed bandits crashed a card party, lined up 12 guests, and looted $27,000 in furs, jewels, and cash. Frank Wolk, a wholesale butcher, said a man posed as an investigator at his door and another entered with a gun while the others guarded exits.
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Truman Considering Trip to Key West
Washington reports President Truman is weighing a November trip to Key West Florida. The White House would not confirm, an announcement may come soon. If true, he could stay four to five weeks at the submarine base known as the Summer White House working on messages to Congress opening January third.
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English headmaster takes helm at Sydney Grammar School
Colin Healey arrived in Australia to become headmaster of Sydney Grammar School, one of the oldest in the country. The school opened in 1825 and has had only nine headmasters in its history.
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Reapers Close To Panhandle Junior Title In Standings
Pampa's Reapers hold a two game edge with three to play in the Panhandle Junior High Conference race. Sam Houston trails at 3-2, while Nixson Whirlwinds occupy third after four games and meet Borger Friday. Conference table shows Pampa 5-1, Sam Houston 3-2, Borger 2-3, Horace Mann 0-4.
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Giants Browns Clash Spearheads Top NFL Showdown
Giants bring an unbeaten 3-0-1 mark and a 26-24 win over the Eagles into a key showdown with the Cleveland Browns, who blanked the Steelers 17-0. Chicago Bears and Los Angeles Rams lead the conference after week three. Lujack, Dottley, and Walston figure in the battles.
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UCLA to honor Jackie Robinson as homecoming grand marshal
UCLA announces Jackie Robinson will be the grand marshal of the 25th annual homecoming week on November 23. Robinson, UCLA star before World War II, excelled in football baseball basketball and track and later became Brooklyn Dodgers second baseman and the first Negro to play major league baseball.
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Bangkok Faces Daily Blackouts Amid Power Shortage
Bangkok, Thailand endures nightly power cuts due to a sustained electricity shortfall. Officials warn of ongoing outages as the city struggles to balance demand with limited generating capacity and imports.
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German Farmers Rush to Buy Porsche Tractor
German farmers move quickly to purchase a $1,260 tractor designed by Professor Ferdinand Porsche, the engineer behind the people’s car associated with Hitler, amid growing demand for farm equipment and efficiency in agriculture.
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Baseball Probe In Last Series
Washington observers note a house committee conducting its final hearings on whether organized baseball is a monopoly The panel will question J Taylor Spink on the reserve clause and consider proposed farm systems draft rules and anti trust exemptions The session also includes Rev Francis Moore and Will Harridge with lawmakers showing limited interest in exemption bills The other text mentions Archimedes crane against Syracuse but is not part of the baseball story
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