College Cage Quints Move Back Home
College basketball teams end holiday layoff and resume league play across major conferences. St Louis University upset Kentucky 42-40 in the Sugar Bowl final, while Hamline Minnesota Western Kentucky and others maintain unbeaten records as schedules begin in earnest.
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Oklahoma Breaks Jinx With Sugar Bowl Victory
Oklahoma defeats North Carolina 14 6 in the Sugar Bowl to end a Big Seven jinx in major bowls. QB Jack Mitchell named MVP as Sooners outplay Tar Heels, with two interceptions returned for 84 yards and a stifling defense that neutralized Carolina’s passing game. Buddy Burris, Oklahoma guard, reflects on the turning second quarter.
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Northwestern Rose Bowl touchdown sparks heated debate
In Pasadena fans argue over Art Murakowski's Rose Bowl touchdown for Northwestern versus California. Officials ruled a touchdown after a fumble near the goal line, keeping Northwestern 20, California 14, while newspapers debate timing, camera angles, and the exact moment of possession on the final play.
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Boxing Tourney in Huntsville Sets Debut at YMCA
The first Huntsville Golden Gloves boxing tournament will occur January 19 and 20 at the YMCA in Huntsville. Eight weight classes from 112 to 175 pounds plus will compete. Eight winners will have expenses paid to the state Birmingham tournament. завер
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Stanford and Washington State Lead Pacific Coast Standings
The week features California's invitation conference tourney win as Stanford holds 10-1 and Washington State 12-1 records, while California sits 9-6 showing strong competition throughout the coast.
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Wackie Ball Season Wore On To Final Bowls Of Play
A year of upsets and bowls left Army and Notre Dame out of title contention as Northwestern upset California in the Rose Bowl and Oklahoma beat North Carolina in the Sugar Bowl. Texas toppled Georgia in the Orange Bowl while SMU, Baylor, Clemson and others posted wins in varied bowls.
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Newnan Faces Fan Meeting Over League Status
Alexander City Ala Jan 3 President Lamar Potts of the Newnan Ga club told Georgia Alabama league directors there is a question whether Newnan will stay in the league. Eight club Class D directors will wait until Jan 15 to decide. Potts plans a Jan 13 mass meeting to raise 10 000 to 12 000 from citizens and merchants to finance the club. Rome Ga and Talladega Ala seek to join if Newnan leaves. Directors banned host city broadcasts and set April 26 start, Sept 3 end, 126 game slate. Postseason talks possible between division winners. directors meet Feb 6 in Opelika.
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Sailor and Bride Wed by Young Minister in Long Beach
In Long Beach California Raymond Miller 23 attached to the USS St Paul wed Alma Brown 21 in a ceremony performed by five year old Marjoe Gortner who was ordained October 1 by the Old Time Faith Church. The minister's father notes he has preached since age three and was assisted by his two year old brother Pat.
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Army and Air Force Face Off in Low-Scoring Showdowns
A military interservice slate shows U S Army Ground Forces scoring 13 to 7 over U S Air Force while Ice Alaska blanks Ladd Field. Lily U S Bomn All Stars roll past Kindley Flyers 25 to 6 in a pair of regional games.
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Cotton Bowl Pays Record for 13th Year in Dallas
Oregon Webfoots left disappointed as Southern Methodist beat them 21 to 13 in the Cotton Bowl but athletic officials cheered a record payout of 108,912.47. SMU received 81,434.36 after conference shares, while the bowl drew 67,431 paid but about 69,000 attendance and grossed 309,525.60, the highest to date.
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Penn State
Cloud Observes 24th Birthday Leads William and Mary Past Oklahoma A&M
William and Mary’s junior fullback Jack Cloud celebrated his 24th birthday by sparking a 20 to 0 Delta Bowl victory over Oklahoma A and M. After a tight three quarters, Cloud’s 28 yard run on a spinner play shifted momentum, followed by a Korezowski pass to Lou Housma for a TD and a late Creekmar 70 yard score. Cloud carried 14 times at 5.6 yards per rush and helped with two pass breakups.
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Jack Bruce
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Clemson Boots Missouri 24 23 In Gator Bowl Thriller
Clemson wins 24 23 after field goal from 22 yards by Jack Miller with nine minutes left in the fourth quarter. Missouri drives for a late touchdown but falls one point short as Bobby Gage leads Clemson to victory and earns top on field honors. Coach Don Faurot admits Clemson played better and offers no excuses.
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Day By Day Thru 48 Highlights November Sports Events
November entries note Toney Penna winning the North South open, Detroit Tigers firing Steve ONeill, Cary Middlecoff capturing the Hawaiian Open, a French thoroughbred bought for 225000 by an American syndicate, and a fatal self-inflicted injury aboard a flight. Bruce Dudley named head of the American Association. Mexican army team wins an international perpetual trophy. Ben Hogan named golfer of the year. Johnny Palmer wins the Carolinas PGA. a record standardbred sale totals 1,024,550 for 673 harness horses. Army beats Penn 26-20 while Notre Dame defeats Northwestern. Browns defeat 49ers 14-7 before 82769. Red Rolfe named Tigers manager. Pitt beats Penn State. Hack Wilson dies at 48. jockey Clarence Picou rides five Bowie winners. NBA suspends Rocky Graziano. Browns clinch western division and Eagles clinch eastern division. Michigan and Notre Dame sit 1-2 in AP poll. Doak Walker wins Heisman Trophy.
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Red) Rolfe
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Baylor Wins Dixie Bowl In Closer Than Score Battle
In Birmingham Baylor outscored Wake Forest 20 to 7 as Baylor took an early lead with three touchdowns while Wake Forest mounted a late second half counterattack. Highlights include George Sims interception return to the Wake Forest eight, Jerry Mangum one yard plunge, Harold Riley66 yard reception, and Hank Dickerson converting two extra points.
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Ray Painter
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Riley
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Poison Ivy League efforts revived among Eastern colleges
New York reports growing push to formalize a Poison Ivy League with a dozen or so Eastern colleges. Temple and Rutgers lead the effort while Colgate Syracuse and Penn State show little interest. Pitt pursues Big Ten ties and West Virginia is being bypassed.
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White Sox Manager Chooses Hancock Over Appling for Shortstop
Jack Onslow of the Chicago White Sox says he will start Fred Hancock at shortstop next season ahead of Luke Appling. He notes that few rookies ever get a chance to claim Appling as a predecessor in relief.
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PUTTING ON A GOOD FACE Bill Chandler, Marquette's, MONDAY MATINEE
Players discussed include Tu lane's Monk Simons seeking coaching return and Joé Beggs eyeing an Eastern college baseball post. The season saw disruptions from the American Bowling Congress and ABC’s auditorium move, with Wake Forest beating Baylor in a late third-quarter rally as Sims was hit by a punt. Baylor held the edge in the late game, but Wake Forest outpaced in first downs and yards, despite interception trouble.
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James Lail
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Georgia Returns Home Today After Orange Bowl Loss
Georgia Bulldogs head coach Wally Butts conceded a flat offensive showing after a 41 to 28 defeat by Texas in the Orange Bowl. Texas coach J Blair Cherry praised his team's performance as a great victory.
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Marquette Coach Notes Longer Prep Time For Televised Games
Basketball coach Bill notes players need more prep time now including dressing taping and combing hair neatly. He says the reason is that Marquette games are being televised.
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