Browns claim NFL crown as Otto Graham stars
The Cleveland Browns defeated the Los Angeles Rams 38 to 0 as Otto Graham capped a stellar career with two rushing touchdowns and two passing scores while completing 14 of 24 passes. The defense dominated, with a secondary pick six contributing to a lopsided victory and hinting the Browns excel at stopping the overhand game.
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Marsh’s Record in MCKIE Shows Pred Marsh In 208 Feure
Marsh compiled a 208 feature with American Langer Service Bureau data. Corry resident Pred Marsh played in 76 games at second base 18 at third and 16 at shortstop. He totaled 361 chances, 181 double plays, and a solid defensive season as a keystone player.
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Dayton Moves To Second In Cage Poll As Dons Hold Lead
The AP top 10 basketball poll keeps the San Francisco Dons at number one with 1,366 points and 6 first place votes. Dayton rises to second after consecutive wins at the Kentucky Invitational, while North Carolina State, North Carolina, and Vanderbilt sit 3 4 and 5 amid shifts. Duke, Brigham Young and Oklahoma City round out the top 10 as several teams drop.
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Pittsburgh Sports Highlights and Local Tournament Results
In a night of fast action at the Tholldig basketball tournament, Purcell defeated Palmer 62-46 to reach the finale while Meyersport beat Wampum 73-42. Johnny Micheioses of the University of Pittsburgh was named the Dapper Dan Award recipient, honoring Pittsburgh’s top sports figure of the year. Georgia Tech faces Sugar Bowl plans as their season nears its end.
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Reds Hold To Lead In Hockey League
Reds maintain a lead in the hockey league as Providence and Cleveland battle in a tight game. Key plays included Zolllo Toppisein and Mack Gordon scoring to push the Reds ahead, with late defense sealing a close win over Cleveland Barons and Springfield.
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Dons Defeat LaSalle In Cage Tourney
San Francisco Dons beat LaSalle 78 62 at Madison Square Garden advancing in the Holiday Festival. Bill Russell led with 26 points and 22 rebounds while Mike Preaseail sparked a late burst. Russell’s defense drew cheers as the crowd watched New York debut.
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Two Jockeys Suspended at Tropical Park
Tropical Park stewards suspended Pete Anderson and Robert L. Stevenson for ten days each after rough riding last Saturday. Officials cited fouls during races and noted the riders will serve the ban starting immediately, impacting upcoming meet events and jockey assignments.
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South Gridders Edge North 20-7 in All-Star Game
Navy quarterback George Welsh starred with 12 of 20 passes for 164 yards leading the South to a 20-7 victory over the North before 42,179 fans in Miami. Georgia fullback Bobby Garrard rushed 66 yards and scored, while North’s Wyant connected with Dots Holleder for a late touchdown.
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Vejar to Meet Bahama in Next Boxing Test
Bahama continues a 17 fight win streak as promoter Tex Sullivan books a showdown with Chico Vejar after Bahama’s 10 round decision over Paolo Melis at St Nicholas Arena. Vejar injured but expected back in weeks, no knockdowns in the bout.
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Browns Dominate Rams To Defend Pro Title In 38 14 Victory
The Cleveland Browns overwhelmed the Los Angeles Rams 38 14 at Memorial Coliseum to clinch a second straight NFL title and a third in six years. Otto Graham starred with two rushing TDs and two passing scores to Dante Lavelli and Ray Renfro as Cleveland forged a 10 0 lead and forced seven Ram interceptions. Don Paul returned a pick 15 yards for a TD, while the Browns defense pressured Van Brocklin and Billy Wade into hurried throws.
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Hockey scores from the American League games
Providence defeated Springfield 4 to 2 while Cleveland beat Hershey 3 to 1 in latest league hockey action.
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Pitt Team Begins Drilling In South For Sugar Bowl
New Orleans fin coach Johnny Michelosen praised Georgin Tech speed and said two workouts today aim to shed cold-weather kinks in Pitt's Sugar Bowl defense. He noted Pitt held indoor drills pre Christmas due to cold, and outdoor work yesterday under Sugar Bowl Stadium lights. The Panthers arrived by plane and practiced behind Tulane’s stadium. Michelosen emphasized Pitt must run to counter Tech’s fast, tall unit and sprinter-like backs. Joe Walton and Bob Grier look ready after leg injuries, with Grier potentially becoming the first Negro to play in a Sugar Bowl.
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Oklahoma Sooners Arrive in Miami for Orange Bowl
A two-plane caravan brought the Oklahoma Sooners into Miami for the January 2 Orange Bowl to meet Maryland. The 44-man Oklahoma squad arrived about six hours after Maryland’s 61, with Bud Wilkinson and most of the first eleven aboard the lead plane that beat the second plane by half an hour. Wilkinson noted a strong tail wind and non-stop flight versus Maryland’s plane refueling in New Orleans.
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