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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1947
Page
11
Chapel Hill fans watched a Wake Forest defeat reveal the Tar Heels lack of cohesion as Charlie Justice struggles amid a wavering line. Coach Carl Snavely, once steady, faces questions as Eddie Knox emerges among Carolina’s developing backs.
Wake Forest defeats North Carolina 19 to 6 at Chapel Hill in the Southern Conference clash. Deacons' passing and rushing drives pace the win as the Tar Heels show slumps in blocking and passing. Charlie Justice stars briefly as UNC struggles in a second straight gridiron loss.
In New York the Army Black Knights and Illinois Fighting Illini played to a 0–0 tie at Yankee Stadium before about 65 000. Army extended its undefeated streak to 31 games while Illinois unable to convert on several drives, with Illinois missing a field goal from the 15 yard line and Army’s defense denying scoring threats throughout. The game featured rugged Illinois tackling limiting Army’s ground game and a key stand by Army end Jim Rovers in the first quarter.
In Charlotte on October 11, Wofford led Davidson 7-6 late in the third quarter before the Wildcats pulled away to a 12-7 victory. Elrod Cheatham sparked the Terriers with a 70 yard kickoff return for a score, while Davidson capitalized with a fourth quarter TD and a late defensive stand sealed the win.
Navy and Duke battled to a 14 14 deadlock as Navy scored in the final 10 seconds when Bill Hawkins rammed over from the one yard line. Duke had led 7 0 after a Folger pass to Ed Austin for 45 yards and a TD. Jim Wills tied the game with a late extra point for Navy.
UNC athletic official says no complaint about Charlie Justice’s eligibility has been filed. Attorney Wicker cites Pie magazine article alleging Justice signed a pro contract while in the navy and was released for underage status. Justice has said he never signed a contract that went through.
In Boulder on October 11 Missouri defeated Colorado 21 to 0. Bus Entsminger starred in both running and passing while Bill Day excelled in punting to secure the victory.
Argentine bred Rico Monte three year old from Arnold Hanger's stable won the $100,000 New York handicap at Belmont Park before 41,565 fans. Ridden by Eddie Arcaro, Rico Monte nosed out his stablemate Talon in a Stirling stretch duel and paid $4.70 to win. The 2 1/4 mile race finished in 3:48 2/5 with Rico Monte earning $73,700 for owner Arnold Hanger. Stymie faded to fourth while Armed led the world earnings early.
Baylor stunned Arkansas 17 to 9 in Waco Texas as a late fourth quarter rally capped by a Bears breakaway on the first play of the final period delivered a breakthrough win over the un defeated Razorbacks. Arkansas had taken a second quarter touchdown and safety before Baylor seized control.
Rice Institute Owls burst from three-game skid with a dominant 33 to 0 win over Tulane Green Wave. George Walmsley 168 pound halfback shines alongside Huey Keeney’s kicking and a steady defense as Rice prepares to defend the Southwest Conference title against SMU next week. Virgil Eikenburg opens the scoring on a one yard plunge while Tobin Rote connects with Keeney on a 30 yard TD pass.
Yale Bulldogs overcome missing stars Levi Jackson and Jack Roderick to upset Columbia Lions 17 to 7 before about 35 000 fans at Baker Field. Yale outscores, outsources and outkicks the Lions in a decisive victory.
Barres Fastuca Lunn and several players exchange positions as centers guards and backs for Illinois in a close game. Gustafson and Scott lead scoring while Mastrangeli and Gallagher anchor the frontline in a hard fought contest.
Ernie Lawhorn and the Atwell Wilson pass duo each scored twice as South Carolina defeated Furman 26-8 in Columbia. A 13,500 crowd watched Furman grab an early two point lead on a safety and a defensive 48 yard interception return by George Byrd, while SC asserted control late, delivering the Southern Conference win.
Bobby Layne sparked Texas to a 34-14 win over Oklahoma at the Cotton Bowl. Layne completed 8 of 11 passes for 129 yards and helped direct Texas scoring drives as the Longhorns extended their streak against the Sooners to eight straight in the Texas State Fair matchup. Oklahoma racked up 263 rushing yards butcould not overcome Layne and the Longhorns.
Virginia Tech offensively pressured by William and Mary defense as Dick Deshazo returns a 19 yard TD pass from Floyd Bowles. Henry Blanc adds 26 yard TD catch and Blane capsules a 4 yard TD run to seal the Indians win with 6:25 left in the final period.
Three Negroes will be in the back field of the Staten Island Stapletons today for an independent exhibition pro football game against the Charlotte Clippers.
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