Rumors of Major Football Scandal Hit San Francisco
A major football scandal rumor circulates, with Bay Area investigators tying at least two players to bribe accepting offenses. Milwaukee Los Angeles and Detroit are discussed as likely sites for league changes, including a possible Tigers NFL lease in Briggs Stadium and moves by St Louis Cardinals or Phillies to Detroit.
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New Light Heavy King Will Be Fighting Champ
Archie Moore defeated Joey Maxim by unanimous decision to become light heavyweight champion in St Louis. Moore, sweaty after the bout, praised his win and signaled willingness to face challengers including Rocky Marciano, while Maxim blamed a six month layoff and accused Moore of fouls.
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Doc) Kearns
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Syracuse Secret Drill Prepares for Orange Bowl Date
Syracuse conducted a closed practice at Archbold Stadium in 5 degree weather as it prepares for the Orange Bowl game with Alabama. Standout ball carriers included Bill Wetzel and Mark Hoffman, with blockers Les McClelland Dick Beyer Jim Ringold and Joe Szombathy. Jim George handled kicking duties and showed good distance on extra points and kickoffs.
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LaSalle Five Overwhelms Arizona In Big Win
Unbeaten LaSalle ranked No. 2 by the UPI Board of Coaches overwhelmed the University of Arizona 87 to 68 in Tucson. The Explorers trailed 40 to 32 at halftime before a fierce third quarter push led by Norm Grekin Tom Goja and Johnny Moore. They built a 24 point lead late in the game.
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Sports on Radio TV Mone PeoBom Talkie Mt
Broadcasting updates note KECA and KETV schedules with game features and announcers. Listings mention gridiron and football commentary with station identifiers and auditorium references.
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Wisconsin Badgers Arrive for Rose Bowl Practice
Wisconsin's Rose Bowl squad landed amid rain in Burbank. Coach Ivy Williamson eyes the forecast as players prepare for photographs and first practice. UCLA and USC officials greet the Badgers, while USC works on wet footing and Hill drills pass defense for the rain-soaked atmosphere.
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Olson Faces Hayes in San Francisco Benefit Fight
Carl Olson a strong 16-1 favorite to defeat Norman Hayes a 21 year old Boston Negro in a 10 round middleweight bout at Shell: 10-round San Francisco Christmas fight expected to draw about 8000 fans. Hayes may weigh under 180 pounds while Olson at 163 pounds and likely to drop a pound or two at weigh-in.
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Bob) Olson
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Texas Grids Scrimmage Before New Year Tennessee Meet
In Austin the University of Texas Longhorns held a 20 minute scrimmage against Tennessee as coach Ed Price praised the session. He noted good blocking and tackling and the return of safety Bilk White to full duty as players joined in full scrimmage and another workout was planned for Friday.
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San Diego Archie Moore Captures World Light Heavyweight Title
Archie Moore, 36, a San Diego restaurateur, defeats Joey Maxim by a unanimous 13 round decision before 12,610 in St Louis to win the world light heavyweight championship. The bout sets a Missouri gate record at 89,487 dollars as Moore dominates with relentless pressure and body work while Maxim bleeds from cuts.
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Marilyn Monroe Declines Librarian Rose Bowl Invite
Hollywood star Marilyn Monroe refused an invitation from SC's librarian Dr. Lewis F. Steig to attend the Rose Bowl at his 50 yard line box. She joked that he is more interested in her books after the librarian bid for 158 items Monroe offered at auction.
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Robinson says he discussed Yankees bias claims with Frick
New York Jackie Robinson told Commissioner Ford Frick he talked about a television interview in which he accused the New York Yankees of discriminating against Negro players. He said he was not silenced, only asked to avoid such topics in the future.
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Local Sports Cards And Meet Listings
Wrestling at Municipal Auditorium 8 59 pm. Basketball at Long Beach Invitational at Santa Ana High gym and LBCC gym events. Roster of teams include Los Alamitos Centenary College Long Beach State and Reviands. Open round at Montebello Armory and Seventh Street venue events listed with times and locations.
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