22 Oct 1954
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1954
Page
1
Ohio University readies a two day Sesquicentennial Homecoming featuring a fireworks display parade and football game versus Miami University. Alumni will tour campus enjoy the Musical O Inibus and attend a President's Reception at the new Ohio University Center.
A weekend schedule lists campus tours at OU Center, a rally with fireworks at Ohio Stadium, film and theater shows at Memorial Auditorium and Ridge Theater, and a Friday night party. Saturday features the Homecoming Parade, Alumni Luncheon, football OU versus Miami at Ohio Stadium, President's Reception at OU Cantor, Alumni Dinner at Lindley Hall, and Evening events including a dance and more shows. The lists include numerous staff and coach names and locations across the campus and city venues.
Alumni Office provides a listing of private home rooms for visitors. Alumni Secretary Martin L. Hecht notes contact by phone at 31011 ext 223 or at the University Center registration desk. Hotels and tourist homes are booked to capacity as OU expects the largest homecoming crowd in its history.
Miami and Ohio University meet in Ohio Stadium for the ninth Homecoming game in a row with the Bobcats seeking the Mid American Conference title and a homecoming tiebreaker. The history recalls 1929 and 1933 classics, a 14 0 win over Miami, and the famed pigeons and biplane stunt that sparked ongoing pageantry.
The Ohio University and Harvard football series begun in 1953 ends next Saturday Oct 30 in Cambridge Mass. Harvard won 16-9 last year at Cambridge. Miami Redskins held a 17-12-12 edge before this year. Harvard's 1954 roster includes John Hall and Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as stars on the team.
The OU Bobcats renew their series with Indiana University in Bloomington. They have met four times previously, OU has one win, 18 to nothing, in 1929.
Ohio University ends its longest football rivalry with the University of Cincinnati. The series record stands 18 wins for OU, 15 for Cincinnati, and 4 ties.
The 1954 Homecoming Queen Sally Ann Snyder and her court were elected by an all campus male vote. Snyder, from Cleveland Heights, represents Howard Tratt and will be crowned by football captain John Schwab at the Homecoming dance. A prior shift in selection from football team to a campus vote is noted with several candidate names and dorm affiliations.
Peden coached OU from 1924 to 1946 establishing a long tenure as a landmark football coach. Peller led the Bobcats from 1924 to 1948 compiling 121 wins 48 losses and 17 ties and guided the only undefeated team in GU history.
The piece notes Sobeats achieving 247 victories across 58 grid seasons with references to players such as Ann Snyder from Cleveland Heights and Jean Wingenfeld from Harbor, along with Georgeann Zuck from Marion, in relation to sorority affiliations Pi Beta Phi Alpha Phi.
Historical records show a 4-4 homecoming balance since 1929 with mixed results against Cincinnati. The narrative recalls a 65-0 Bearcats rout in 192K and mentions recent large scores by Miami while recalling past homecoming clashes and notable defeats for the Bearcats.
The report notes a three year undefeated run by the Ohio University fanthall team in the 5A season, marking a notable stretch in inter sports. Details on dates or opponents are unclear amid damaged OCR text.
About 15 000 fans are expected at Ohio Stadium for the homecoming clash between Ohio University and Miami University. The Mc championship race in the Mid American Conference hinges on this game as both teams pursue the top spot. Ohio’s centennial celebration threads through the event, spotlighting the football team’s strong season and the long rivalry with Miami.
Miami travels to face Ohio University in a crucial MAC clash. The Bobcats, led by coach Widdees in his sixth season, rely on resilience and a stout defense to slow Miami’s high scoring offense. Key players include Erland Ahberg and a sophomore roster aiming to upset OU at home.
Ohio University invites alumni and friends to a President's Reception in the Alumni Lounge at the University Center following Saturday's activities. President John C. Baker will greet visitors and attendees are encouraged to come as you are.
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