Sam Snead Wins Texas Open Title in San Antonio
Sam Snead, the West Virginia star, shot an eight under par 265 to win the Texas Open at Brackenridge Park in San Antonio with a 72 hole total of 245. He edged Jimmie Demaret by one stroke for the $8,000 first prize while Fred Haag Jr. was third. Demaret, Cary Middlecoff, and George Fazio also posted strong showings as Snead set a PGA final two rounds record.
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Paris Sets Pace In Junior College Loop
Paris leads the Southwestern Junior College Conference after winning three games last week to move into a strong position behind undefeated Tyler. The Dragons defeated Ariing ton State 54-48 and San Angelo 61-61 in a pair of close results, while Tyler extended its perfect conference record with two league wins and a non conference win over SMU freshman. Lamar climbed to fifth with Tarleton State wins. Nine games are set this week as Tyler faces Tarleton State and San Angelo, and Paris duels Schreiner twice and Tarleton State once.
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Chamaco Takes Lead In National Three Cushion Tourney
CHAMACO AHEAD CHICAGO FEB 12 Joe Chamaco of Mexico City moved into first place in the national three cushion billiard tournament with his third straight win. 21 year old Harold Worst of Grand Rapids Michigan suffered his first loss in three starts.
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A&M and SMU Tie Up In Southwest Conference Race
The next to last week of the Southwest Conference basketball season leaves Texas A&M and Southern Methodist tied for first as seven conference games loom. A four team lead was broken last week with A&M beating Baylor 56-54 in overtime on Jewell McDowell's late shot, while Texas defeated Texas Christian 69-57 but dropped chances at the title after losing to SMU.
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Globetrotters Roll to Doubleheader Wins at Coliseum
The Harlem Globetrotters defeated the Philadelphia Sphas 80-55 and 74-55 before about 3,700 fans as Reece Tatum Nat Clifton and Marques Haynes starred. Clifton led scoring with 20 and 18 while Bruce Wright paced the Giants with 26 and 19. The day also featured Texas Christian beating Rice 64 36 and Arkansas topping Pitt 41 36.
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Snead Leads 1949 Golf Year In Money and Honors
Sam Snead of White Sulphur Springs tops 1949 money list with 7558 dollars after winning the Texas Open. He leads Ryder Cup points and Vardon Trophy contention, with Jim Demaret second, and Fred Haas Jr. third. The report lists top ten money winners and top golfers by stroke average after five PGA events.
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Houston U Clinches Gulf Coast Crown
The University of Houston clinches the Gulf Coast Conference title after a 65-55 win over North Texas State and an 80-50 victory over Trinity. A 55-51 non conference win over Stephen F. Austin completed the week. Western won two non conference games, 60-42 over Austin College and 60-45 over Wayland College.
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19 Year Old Collegian Wins US Skating Title
A 19 year old University of Minnesota student upset National Champion Kenny Bartholomew to win the senior men's title in the 10 000 lakes speed skating championship at Minneafunaip on February 12.
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Lone Star Loop In Two-Way Tie
The Lone Star Conference remains a four team first place tie after last week. Southwest Texas defeated Sam Houston 72 52 53 48 and East Texas State beat Stephen F. Austin 49 44 50 49. Houston edged Stephen F. Austin 5 51 in a non conference game. Monday night Southwest Texas faces Stephen F. Austin and Sam Houston plays East Texas.
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This Week's Scheol Monday Schedule Report
Stephen Austin faces Booth Weet Texas in San Marcos Houston versus East Texas at Huntaville Thursday Stephen PF Austin meets East Texas Baptist at Maranall Saturday Fast Texas plays Howard Payne at Brownwood
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Chapman Seals Two Year Contract With Athletics
The Philadelphia Athletics announced outfielder Sam Chapman has signed a two year deal described as a pretty good boost. Assistant manager Earle Mack did not reveal terms though unofficial reports cited about thirty thousand dollars for the two years.
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Wilt Revenges Loss to Stone in Madison Square Garden
Fred Wilt defeats Curt Stone in a 16 furlong race at Madison Square Garden while facing a looming threat from Viljo Heino. The NYAC runner, numbering Horace Ashenfelter and Heino among rivals, contends with a sore ankle and Heino’s longer distance prowess as he eyes next weekend’s three mile test. Jim Fuchs also breaks an indoor shot put record previously set by Al Blazil in 1941.
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Quints In Stretch Drive For NCAA And NIT Berths
New York Feb 12 The college basketball season enters its stretch drive this week with top teams chasing bids in the World Series NIT and NCAA tournaments in March. Holy Cross Kentucky San Francisco St John s CCNY Western Kentucky LaSalle Bradley Duquesne NC State Kansas State St Louis Toledo UCLA Canisius Niagara vie for invites as Ohio State leads District Four and Bradley Kansas State contend for others. Holy Cross strengthens its No 1 AP ranking with three wins to reach 20 straight games.
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Abilene Christian Eyes Texas Conference Title Run
Abilene Christian College seeks a share of the Texas Conference crown with two home games this week after a seven game win streak. Howard Payne challenges for second as ACC aims for a win to seal or secure the championship with remaining schedule.
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Romero Boesch clash headlines City Coliseum card
The Card highlights a feud between Rito Romero and Paul Boesch headlining a 60 minute three fall main event. Openers feature Windislaw Talun 6 ft 7 in from Poland versus Frank Taylor 225 pounds. Semifinal pits Mad Monte LaDue against Cowboy Orv Carlson.
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Ramsdell and Martin Sign Brooklyn Contracts
Brooklyn announces rookies Willard Ramsdell and Morris Martin signed 1950 contracts today, bringing the Dodgers total to 19 players in their fold.
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Kiner Named Pittsburgh's Outstanding Athlete of 1949
Ralph Kiner, Pirates star and 1949 home run leader with 54, is named Pittsburgh's outstanding athlete for 1949 at the Dapper Car Club dinner. The 1947 honoree, Kiner's four year total rises to 168 homers, with experts predicting a future Babe Ruth like season.
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Maroons Aim for Loop Title on Tuesday
Austin Burger's Maroons, 5-1 in district play after a 41-38 overtime win over unbeaten Corpus Christi, cling to a title shot. Corpus Christi, 4-1, faces Troy in Kerrville as stakes rise toward bi district playoffs next week.
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Kramer Scores Easy Win Over Gonzales
In Palm Springs on February 12 Jack Kramer defeated Pancho Gonzales 6-3 6-3 in a straightforward win. Pancho Segura beat Frank Parker 6-2 6-4. Kramer and Parker then teamed to defeat Segura and Gonzales 6-4 6-2.
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