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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1954

Page

32

Cornell Set to Face Yale in Bow, Lefty James Says Ready

Cornell coach Lefty James declared his squad ready to explode against Yale in the Bow, saying the Big Red would be at full strength except for end Tom Rooney. Yale titled to the game, with Denny McGill's status uncertain but possibly available after a leg injury. James cited prior losses to Colgate, Rice, and Harvard and praised Yale's line, while Yale coach Olivar stressed respect for Cornell and readiness for the matchup.

New Haven George K Lefty James Cornell Yale Ithaca N. Y Rice Connecticut Brown Columbia Colgate Harvard Princeton Charley Loftus Tom Rooney Guy Bedrossian Hartford Cy Benson Bill de Graaf Dick Meade Jordan Olivar Denny McGill Olivar Jayvees

Benham tops Ivy League in passing and total offense

New York October 12 Claude Benham Columbia sophomore quarterback continues to lead Ivy in passing and total offense. He has 443 rushing yards and 372 passing yards from 20 completions in 49 attempts, plus three touchdowns. Royce Flippen of Princeton leads rushing with 222 yards, 30 points, and is third in total offense at 358 yards. Brown’s Pete Kohut trails in total offense and passing, Yale tops defense, Princeton strong in punting, with Hynoski and Emery among leaders.

New, York Claude Benham Columbia Benham Dick Carr Royce Flippen Princeton Flippen Yale Harvard Dick Emery Pennsylvania Walt Hynoski

Pitt coach Dawson sidelined by heart irregularity

Dawson hospitalized for a checkup and will miss Pitt's Navy game. Athletic Director Tom Hamilton, former Navy coach, will direct Pitt. Dawson described as having a heart irregularity, with an expected week of rest. Navy undefeated. Pitt has lost to USC, Minnesota, and Notre Dame.

Pittsburgh Lowell Dawson Pitt Navy University of Pittsburgh Tom Hamilton Presbyterian Hospital Richard H. Horn Pitt School of Medicine Hamilton Naval Reserve Southern California Minnesota Notre Dame

Middlebury Prepares for Bates After Williams Victory

Coach Duke Nelson drills Middlebury footballers for Saturday's Bates game brushing up the air attack that fueled last week's win over Williams. The Panthers stand 2-1 after a season-opening loss to Wesleyan.

Middlebury Duke Nelson Bates Williams Panthers Wesleyan

Swiacki Praised by Giants Coach Howell Credits Lions Plan

New York Giants head coach Jim Lee Howell credits Bill Swiacki and the Detroit Lions for a morale boosting plan. Swiacki, former Columbia star and Giants end coach, joined the team this year. Howell praises a player executive committee for discipline, with 50 lap penalties and a $50 fine for curfew breaches.

New York Jim Lee Howell Bill Swiacki Detroit Lions New York Giants Swiacki Columbia Giants Detroit Swiacks Howell Bill Lions Geal Cleveland Browne NFL Steve Owen Chicago Cardinals

UConn Gridders Face Maine Team Saturday

Yankee Conference clash on homecoming day as Connecticut seeks win over Maine after losses to Yale Boston University and Massachusetts. Sophomore quarterback John Livieri may see more action after sparking a late drive at Massachusetts. Frank Mirabello returns from injury but sits out.

Connecticut Huskies Massachusetts Frank Mirabello Hartford Boston University

Schedule for Tonight Features Mixed Card of Matches

Tonight's card lists Test Publishing against American Chain Sprague Meter and Apt Fabrics facing Columbia Records, with Ravbestex versus Harner Hubbell Ept Brava and Dictaphone set to clash in a multi-event lineup across the venue.

Sprague Meter Va Apt Fabrics Columbia Records Bullarda Ravbestex Harner Hubbell Ept Brava Ve Dictaphone Sprague Meter Bla Abries Harvey Hubbel Raybeston Wee Bullarde Wee Post Publishing League Ecords Columba Records Ea Raeere Marinko See Erreveene Forte Marinko Nucifora

Tonight's Matches Card Highlights Local Showdowns

Fairfield Lumber faces Fisherman's Best while Fairfield Poel meets Mastri Insurance. Superior Plating travels to Norwalk to take on Nutmegs. Maraiilio's battles Dr Pepper in a busy lineup of late games.

Fairfield Lumber Fisherman's Best Fairfield Poel Mastri Insurance Superior Plating Sa Norwalk Nutmegs Maraiilio’a Dr Pepper BLACK _ ROCK Eam Li Marabilio Fisherman Soos Fairfield Fairfield Lumber Cree Penper Arenes Norwa Tad Ayk Stiliha Aingle Rondeau Total Baiko Norwalk Dutmega Ae Maxtria Na Seeveees

Harold Johnson Faces Setback After Vanishing Billy Smith Bout

Harold Johnson the top light heavyweight contender for Archie Moore was knocked out by Billy Smith in a recent bout. Smith known as Boardwalk Billy previously gained fame for vanishing mid fight, ending with a knockout threat. Powell’s tough loss and Pat McMurtry’s rising star also frame a shifting scene in boxing prospects.

New York Harold Johnson Billy Smith Johnson Archie Moore Moore Smith Oakland Portland Ore Billy Charlie Powell Powell Tacoma Pat McMurtry Mike Homer Amundsen Amundsen Pat McMurtry Gene Brixon Brixon

Amherst Eleven Faces Coast Guard Academy

Amherst Mass Oct 12 Coach John McLaughry worked his reserve backs at high speed in scrimmage today and they displayed the same driving power that has given the Lord Jeffs an average of 326 yards per game rushing so far End Willis McFarlane previously thought lost for the season because of a broken foot is back with the team without pads and may be ready for the Wesleyan game a week from Saturday The undefeated Jeffs meet Coast Guard this Saturday

Amherst Mass John McLaughry Lord Jeffa Willis McFarlane Wesleyan Jeffs Coast Guard

Rector A. A. Enter Team in Cage Tournament

The Rector A. A. basketball team plans drills next week to compete in the Olympic Fund tournament set for November 5 6 and 7 at Bridgeport Brass Recreation Center. Veterans include Lenny Cocco Scootch Capasso Tony Rodr gives Chris Demertis Bob Packer Jerome Harris and others. The North Enders will also field a team in the Old Timers league.

A. A Bridgeport

Robinson Expects Big 1955 Season With Dodgers

Jackie Robinson, Brooklyn star, says he foresees a strong 1955 season despite a rough year. He notes injuries limited play to 124 games, plans lighter training, and aims to start the season at about 205 pounds while remaining versatile enough to handle several positions. He praises manager Walter Alston and confirms no major rift with Brooklyn, looking to play 100 games or more in 1955.

New York Jackie Robinson Broooklyn Robinson Dodgers Ebbets Field Stamford Conn UCLA Pittsburg Rickey Charley Dressen Washington Brooklyn Alston

Bob Lemon Sets 500 World Series Pitching Record

Bob Lemon built a 500 World Series pitching mark by winning twice against the Braves in 1948 and losing to the Giants in the 1954 classic. The veteran pitcher added another milestone to a storied postseason career.

Bob Lemon Braves Giants

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