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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1954
Page
9
Thirteen top college crews race in the Eastern Sprint championship on Saturday with 12 shells aiming to beat Navy, the defending winner of their last 24 races in the 2,000 meter Potomac course. Albert Signs as Scout for 49ers.
Tulsa defeats Dallas 3 to 2 in a 22 inning marathon, tying the Texas League record for longest game. Dick Bokelmann pitched 7 scoreless innings to earn the win. John Murff and Vic Stryska combined long relief. San Antonio moves atop standings with a 6-4 win over Beaumont as Oklahoma City beats Fort Worth 9-7.
In a casual office chat with Lloyd Gregory present, Clyde Pond asked if professional footballs were longer than college balls. Gregory states both use the same ball, about 12 inches long, not 20. Gregory notes his TV show and suggests Clyde may hear more on Saturday.
Three Gander players underwent knee surgery this spring and hope to be ready by September. Bill Summers, the defensive tackle, is among the injured. the others include Bob Doaley and Glenn Watson. Surgeons and coaches plan for next fall with Dan Stallworth guiding the Ganders and aides handling junior and death by own action squads.
The Baytown Oilers host Empire Broom of Houston in the 8 p.m. opener at Oiler Park with former Oiler Bobby Schroeder on the mound for the visitors. Joe Zeller and Bob Davenport will work for the Oilers on a rugged schedule. Manager Melvin Berry noted the field’s excellent condition after weeks of rain and expressed optimism after a costly, campaign. The Empire Broom game signals renewed hope for the Oilers, a semi pro club famed in the state.
SOUTH BEND Ind May 14 Former stars including Johnny Lujack Angelo Bertiti Frank Tripucka Bob Williams George Connor Jim Marlin Jerry Groom and Bill Wightkin are expected to attend the old timers meet the Irish varsity in the annual football game, signaling the end of spring practice.
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