Big New Year's Eve TV slate fuels holiday viewing
Armchair fans brace for a sports filled New Year with Blue-Gray Game Gator Bowl Shrine game All-Star Golf and NFL clash on KRON KPIX Channel 4 and KGO. Bud Winter calls for immediate action to boost U S track and field ahead of Rome Olympics amid Russian advances.
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Rain Damps South Upset Hopes in Blue-Gray Clash
Montgomery Alabama report on the Blue-Gray football classic with 21 000 expected in a score hopeful game. Yankee coach Murray Warmath says the Rebels can move the ball while Tulane coach Andy Pilney predicts spread formations and a wide open game.
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Speedy Los Angeles Traffic Defeats Pace Car
Sam Hanks, famed Indy 500 winner, crashed the official pace car in Los Angeles traffic. He told police the car in front halted suddenly to avoid another vehicle, and he struck it. Hanks warned that driving in LA is more dangerous than on the track.
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East West Shrine Classic At Kezar Stadium Tomorrow
East choice over West in the 33rd Grid Classic at Kezar Stadium set for tomorrow afternoon. The charity game to benefit Football's Finest Hour will be broadcast on KRON-TV at 1 45 p.m. KNBC radio will provide play by play. East is a 7 10 point favorite with pros and college stars on both rosters. Pace and Karras missed drills this week but may play. two Army players joined late and limited full practices.
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Boxing Giardello Meets Jones on Friday Card
Friday telecast highlights boxing match Joe Giardello against Ralph Jones with a slate including football Blue-Gray and East-West games, Santa Anita races and top bowling and golf showdowns.
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Baylor Shows Class Cal Advances in N Y With 96 65 Romp
Elgin Baylor scored 34 points and grabbed 22 rebounds as Seattle beat Connecticut 87 83 to move to the Holiday Festival semifinals at Madison Square Garden. Baylor’s dazzling play drew praise from fans and coaches, and Seattle joined California, Temple, and Dayton in the later rounds. California routed New York University 65 56, Temple beat Pittsburgh 76 71, and Dayton topped Manhattan 59 51. Baylor’s performance contrasted with last year, drawing remarks from Connecticut coach Hugh Greer.
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Twin Bill Tonight as Santa Clara and San Jose Host Arizona Schools
San Jose State and Santa Clara welcome Arizona and Arizona State for cage doubleheaders at San Jose Civic Auditorium. Tonight’s opener pits San Jose State at 9 30 against Arizona while Santa Clara meets Arizona State. Both teams seek strong home showings after rough road trips and aim to boost WCAC hopes.
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Aussies Clinch Davis Cup Doubles to Lead 3–0
Australia defeated the United States 6 4 5 4 in straight sets as Mervyn Rose and Rex Anderson outplayed MacKay and Seixas at Kooyong. The Americans face a must-win singles showdown as Australia eyes a third straight Davis Cup title.
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USC UCLA Host Big Ten Quintets Double Header
USC and UCLA host two Big Ten powerhouses in a Los Angeles double header as Michigan State visits the Trojans while Ohio State meets the Buckeyes. Oregon State welcomes Yale and Washington faces Utah in the Far West Classic.
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Leahy Delays Texas A&M Decision Amid Medical Tests
CHICAGO Frank Leahy shifted from Notre Dame to Texas A&M speculation as he delayed commenting on a deadline for final acceptance. He arrives at Passavant Hospital on crutches to undergo stomach tests after abdominal issues and a recent ankle injury. Leahy hopes to move to College Station soon, with his personal doctor to relay test results to A&M president Harrington.
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Boxing Card Promises Checkered Rivalry at KNBO
Radio sports log notes a boxing bout between Joe Giardello and Ralph Tiger Jones on KNBO with emphasis on a female percent remark and 0- boxing context. The item sketches a matchup details and station air time.
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Tiger) Jones
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Aggies Favored In Gator Bowl Preview
Texas A M and Tennessee prepared for the national television showdown in the Gator Bowl at Jacksonville Florida with Texas A M a six point favorite. The teams practiced in 75 degree sun before light drills to minimize fatigue and injuries.
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Bryant to Alabama marks coaching change for Texas A&M
The article notes Bear Bryant leaving Texas A&M for Alabama on January 1. Frank Leahy could take over at A&M if doctors clear him. Tennessee, coached by Bowden Wyatt, prepares for a Gator Bowl showdown, highlighting a contrast between A&M’s single wing and Tennessee’s split formation.
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Injured Clark Back With Buckeyes in Rose Bowl
Ohio State received good news as injured halfback Don Clark returned to practice ahead of the Rose Bowl against Oregon on January 1. Clark had been shelved by a muscle injury but rejoined drills Saturday, signaling a stronger Buckeyes offense for the East West game buildup.
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Giardello Aims at Title Shot in 10 Round TV Bout
Philadelphia challenger Joey Giardello seeks a middleweight title crack against Ralph Jones in a 10 round televised bout from Aglame Florida. Giardello 2-1 favorite beat Tiger Jones and has won six of seven hours this year. Jones, 29, unranked 3-8-1 in 1957, hopes to spoil the plan as Robinson contemplates a rematch with Basilio.
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