Iowa Surges in Debate Over National Pastime
A sports column recounts Pete Rozelle’s defense of football’s rise since 1926 and compares TV deals. It notes NFL attendance of over 4 million in 98 games, a $9.8 million two year TV pact, and a $926,010 title game deal. Baseball’s World Series package runs $3.75 million. The piece cites Jim Brosnan in the Wall Street Journal predicting football’s growth and suggests both sports will endure.
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Rally In Rain For 17-7 Win
Town Hawks rally in a rainy Seattle intercity game to beat Washington 17-7. Fred Riddle connected with Paul Krause for a 1 yard TD and Jay Roberts booted the decisive late field goal as Washington fumbled thrice in the first half, tempering a strong start by the Huskies.
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Duke's Late Spree Unhinges Terrapins
Duke rallies with a late offensive burst to topple Maryland 16 10 in Richmond Maryland led in the opening moments but the Blue Devils surged behind a 76 yard touchdown dash and a series of scores to remain unbeaten in three starts The National Tobacco Festival feature drew about 20 000 spectators as Duke capitalized on late scoring to seal the win and drop the Terrapins to their third straight setback
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Georgia Bulldogs Roll South Carolina in clash at Athens
Quarterback Larry Rakestraw and place kicker Biß McCullough led the Georgia Bulldogs to a 27-2 football victory over South Carolina in Athens.
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Sidle Leads Auburn To Narrow SEC Victory
Sidle paced Auburn in a 14 13 SEC victory as Auburn beat Kentucky on a slow Sunday. Se supports Geb and Crissen combined for key plays while Glacker and Ha Glacker had notable moments. Crowd around 20 000 witnessed the rough game.
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Huskers Tip Cyclones in Week One Conference Football
Nebraska defeated Iowa State in a tightly contested season opener. Huskers rallied with a late scoring drive to secure a win as both teams battled for momentum in Lincoln.
Fast Moving Webfoots Stun W V A
Oregon Webfoots routed West Virginia with five quick touchdowns in a decisive Saturday win. Quarterback Bob Berry contributed a rushing score and three passing plays, totaling a strong 227 yards through the air and 37 yards rushing in a high tempo showdown.
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Sunset's Bras Out of Action in Indefinite Sitout
Sophomore tackle Yerry Bras of Sunset High will be out of action for an indeterminate period with a possible cracked rib. Coach Herb Baxter said X-rays at Fairmont Hospital were inconclusive on the injury’s extent. Bras to receive a thorough checkup today after the Falcone 12-6 upset of Castro Valley Friday night.
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Bucs and Falcons Shine in South County Prep Grid
South County prep football fills the late Friday and Saturday slate as Bucs led by Bill Crawley and Sunset Falcons highlight a crowded Alameda County and Diablo Valley schedule. The area’s teams, including Hayward rivals and Livermore, vie for league tests with Sunrise and Castro Valley drawing attention, while Sunset’s upset of Castro Valley underscored the opening week.
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Bruins Rally Past Indians In Late Pass Theft Fight
UCLA outlasted Stanford 7 0 in a dramatic comeback highlighted by a late pass interception return and a crucial safety. The Bruins seized control after a first half stalemate, with standout plays from Zeno and Ritchey, while Stanford’s feeble second half drive stalled on UCLA’s defense. The win marks UCLA’s first of the season as Stanford drops to 2 1.
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Idaho State Triumphs Over Arizona State in Rivalry Game
Idaho State University capitalized on a key interception by Sydak to defeat Arizona State in a nonconference college football clash. The game featured a pass-heavy attack from Idaho State and a decisive defensive stop in the fourth quarter to seal a 1 score victory.
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Ralston Sweats Out Weaver Knee Injury
Stanford coach Ralston says guard back Weaver injured his knee in Saturday's UCLA game and may miss next Saturday. Ralston notes losing Weaver would deprive the team of its quarterback and co captain, while mentioning Steve Thurlow could shift roles. He praised recent defensive adjustments and the potential for a touchdown pass from Thurlow in forthcoming action.
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Bruins on Safe Side Gave Injuns Ball in Clash
UCLA faced Stanford in a rugged game marked by sloppy play and key moments. The Bruins, led by coach Bill Barnes, held a late lead as Stanford kicked a field goal for a 12 to 7 victory. Standout notes centered on lineman Warren Jackson and tailback Larry Zeno, with injuries and a pivotal fourth quarter punt return shaping the outcome.
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Curtice's Gauchos Nab 3rd in Row
Santa Barbara, under new coach Fael Cuctioe, posted a 42-0 football victory over Riverside. The Gauchos’ defense held Riverside to 72 yards and two interceptions, with the closest reach to the goal line being the Riverside 32 yard line in the fourth quarter.
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