Yankees reach pennant clinch with win over Red Sox
Yankees, needing one win to clinch their fourth straight pennant, tied Boston 2 2 in the ninth then swept the series as Allie Reynolds matched his past heroics. Reynolds also homered and drove in the tying run while Irv Noren and Gil McDougald set up the decisive rally.
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Iowa Faces Pitt in opener on toughest schedule yet
Iowa's football team prepares for a daunting season opener at Pittsburgh with a light weight starting unit and a questioned team speed. The Panthers boast a heavier backfield and boastful lineups as Gus Schrader notes the teams met in a 34-17 Iowa win last season. The Hawks travel Friday from Cedar Rapids with 13 lettermen on the trip and broadcast coverage by KCRG KRNT WMT WSUI KXIC KSO.
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Red Pepper Predictions on Iowa Football Tough Season
Gus Schrader notes Iowa has rarely failed to win at least one game since 1889, but this year’s talent shortage and a Pittsburgh game loom large. The commentary recalls the 1922 unbeaten era and highlights coach changes and a practice joke about the Hawks’ talent scarcity.
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Roosevelt Wins City Thriller 7-6 Over Franklin
Roosevelt highs edge Franklin 7-6 in a dramatic city opener at Kingston stadium. Trailing 6-0, Roosevelt drives 73 yards in final 22 seconds with Karl Kullander and Norval Lee key on a pitchout and a 45-yard strike to Lee for the winning score. Jim Murdock adds the point after with a fading throw to the left corner.
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McKinley and Wilson Meet in Kingston Stadium Showdown
Facts, figures outline lineups for both teams with players at each position. The 7:45 p.m. Friday game at Kingston stadium features McKinley versus Wilson with radio crew on KCRG 1600. Historical notes recount Wilson dominance and a controversial end zone play that decided a city game miracle.
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Culver to Start for Harvard in Opener
Cedar Rapids' John Culver and Henry Bate of Iowa City will start for Harvard against Springfield in the opening game. Culver, a sophomore last year, was first-string fullback until a broken collarbone ended his season. Kate, a senior, will start at right end.
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