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Independent Long Beach

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1952

Page

22

Lions Face Third Game Jinx in Playoff Clash With Rams

Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Rams square off in a national playoff bid as Detroit seeks a third win over the Rams after two regular season victories. Coach Buddy Parker downplays statistics while star players Norman Van Brocklin and Bobby Layne influence the outcome and broadcasts plan.

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Poinsettia Foes Drill for Poinsettia Bowl

SAN DIEGO The Bolling Air Force Base football team held offensive and defensive drills here Wednesday as it prepares for the Poinsettia Bowl clash with the San Diego Naval Training Center Saturday. Coach Roger Antaya said no scrimmage is planned and that, so far, there have been no injuries. The Generals arrived Monday night from Washington with 41 players and four coaches. The Navy center Bluejacket’s Tay Brown led a second day of scrimmage as light workouts are planned for the rest of the week. The national service championship game starts at noon and will be televised and broadcast nationally on NBC and Armed Forces Radio.

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Florida U Seeks Gator Bowl Nod After Strong Bowl Season

Florida University aims for a Gator Bowl bid after finishing 7-3 under Bob Woodruff, ending two decades of bowl drought. The Gators defeated top teams including Georgia Tech and Tennessee, with losses only to Vanderbilt, and routed Kentucky 27-0 to cap a promising campaign.

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United States Sweeps Openers in Davis Cup Final

In Sydney the U S Davis Cup team won opening singles as Vic Seixas edged Fausto Gardini in four sets after a tough match. Tony Trabert of Cincinnati beat Gianni Cucelli in straight sets as the Americans held sway in the inter zone final.

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College Basketball Scores Mixed Across Numerous Matchups

A wide set of college games produced varied results with teams like Arizona, Harvard, Gonzaga, and Santa Maria, among others, posting wins and losses. Notable outcomes include Harvard going to overtime for an 68 point win, Akron 82, Oberlin 53, and Providence 79 in a busy, scattered scoresummary across multiple campuses.

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Two Festball Games On Weekend TV Card

Two major football telecasts highlight Southern California viewing this weekend. The Poinsettia Bowl at Balboa Stadium San Diego features Bolling Air Force Eastern Service champs and San Diego Naval Training Center on KNBH at 11 30 a m Saturday. The NFL championship playoff Lions versus Rams airs Sunday on KHJ TV beginning 10 30 a m.

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Sedgman Affair Dropped as Davis Cup Status Clarified

Australia’s Sedgman is dropped from Davis Cup considerations after U S manager Alrick Man says no protest will be filed. Brookes shifts from review to deferral unless requested by Americans. Ken McGregor may delay turning pro, planning Nationals in Melbourne before joining Sedgman in U S tour starting January in Los Angeles and New York exhibitions.

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Rams Duo, McElhenny Lead 1952 All-NFL Team

Four Rams plus Price Weinmeister McElhenny and Groza named to the United Press All-NFL first team of 1952. Otto Graham Towler Price highlight first offensive backfield while Groza Nomellini and Creekmur anchor the line and Walsh centers. Widespread selections reflect league’s top players across Browns 49ers Lions and Steelers.

NEW_YORK Weinmeister Bulwark Giants McElhenny San Francisco 49Ers Tooker Groza Browns Otto Graham Dan” Towler Rams Price Towler Mac Speedie Gordy Soltau 49Ers Leo Nomellini San Francisco Lou Creekmur Lions Bill Fischer Chicago Cardinals Bill Walsh Pittsburgh Steelers GulBaas J Khava Bos Peadie Clave Ord PoWalmelstee ToMcGraw Detroit Amd Fischer Garda EoBingman Detroit Co Pittybutan Rednar Jarmoluk Sears Pademi Washington Guatace Stantel Ovgich Momsen Bee Can- Molky Sulatis New York Daugherty Angeles Pittsburgh Giron Houston Cleveland McLalin Tod Aon Rapacs Banonis Hansen Chicago Bears Pauling Angeles Groom Ghieaga Carda Brown Dragenovich Wash Nevin Adam Agenington Tripp Cat Keane Dallas Lane Los Angeles Wagner Cason San Francisca

Heavy Scrimmages in Store for Rebels

Mississippi coach Johnny Vaught expressed concern after a heavy sugar bowl practice, saying the defense is far below par and the worst since preseason began. He planned easing off drills today and Friday, with a game scrimmage scheduled for Saturday.

University Miss Mississippi Johnny Vaught Rebs Vaught

Baron Leone Triumphs in Olympic Auditorium Bout

Baron Michele Leone defeated Rito Romero in a three fall main event at the Olympic Auditorium Los Angeles on Wednesday night, winning the first and third falls.

Baron Michele Leone Rito Romero Olympic Auditorium Los Angeles

Willhoite Named Athlete of Month for November

Willhoite Elmer Willhoite first All American guard at SC since Harry Smith named Athlete of the Month for November by the Helms Board. Trojan mainstay chosen for great play especially on defense after intercepting a Paul Cameron pass and sprinting 32 yards to set up the deciding score against UCLA.

Elmer Willhoite Harry Smith Helms Board Wilhoite Trojan Willhoite UCLA Paul Cameron

Pro Clubs Top Offensive Leaders in NFL Year

The Cleveland Browns, Los Angeles Rams, and Detroit Lions led the league in net ground gained with 4325, 4103, and 3988 yards respectively. The Browns also fielded the top defense, while Deacon Dan Towler led rushing, Norm Van Brocklin topped passing, and Mac Speedie set a receptions mark. Dick Lane of Rams set an interception record with 14, and Gordie Soltau led scorers with 94 points.

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Boras and Burke Top PGA Money Winners This Year

Julius Boras, from Mid Pines North Carolina, the second year pro, led the PGA money list with 37032 dollars. Jack Burke Jr of Houston won the Vardon Trophy for lowest scoring average. Burke also led Ryder Cup points as of December 15 with 519 7/12. Cary Middlecoff and Ted Kroll followed in earnings and averages.

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Norwegian skier LaiLaLo inquiry on 1952 films official claim

Avery Brun dage, chairman, said on Wednesday he would seek an explanation from skier John Jay after Norwegian charges that Jay circulates films of the 1952 Winter Games and asserts they are official.

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Celebrities Tie In Miami Beach Golf Match

Jim Ferrier and Alexander N. tied for first with seven under par 65 in a Celebrities roll tournament at the start of the Miami Beach Tour. Alexander, previously injured in a plane crash, marked his best finish since the accident and borrowed clubs to play. Ferrier bogeyed the final hole missing a six foot birdie to win outright. both earned $612.50.

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Small Directors May Decide Issue In Cleveland Indians Battle

Cleveland Indians front-office fight reaches a head at Municipal Stadium as small stockholders hold decisive power. Rival factions led by President Small Directors and Vice President George Medinger vie for control, with Hank Greenberg’s status muddled amid bids to buy out his contract and questions over the Indianapolis farm club’s losses.

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Koch Wins Punt Title by Narrow Margin in 1952

Colorado led major colleges with 43.4 yard punting and 324 return yards on 63 punts. Des Koch edged out Zack Joys for the individual title by less than four inches per kick. Jordan set a modern career record with 139 punts at 43.3, while several teams averaged over 40 yards per punt. Georgia Tech and Mississippi posted notable net and return stats, with Park, Wessels, Miner, and Leake among scoring and conversion leaders.

New York Colorado Jordan Koch Hall Haynes Santa Clara Southern Methodist Southern California Winds Citadel North Carolina Utah Virginia Tech Fordham Auburn Cain Iunois Georgia Tech Houston Mississippi Jack Park Mississippi State Billy Wessels Oklahoma Tom Miner Tulsa Buddy Leake

Tulsa Golden Hurricane Polish Offense Ahead of Florida

The University of Tulsa Golden Hurricane sharpened its high powered offense on Wednesday as coach Buddy Brothers drilled players by position with emphasis on blocking. Fullback Howard Waugh set a new national rushing record during the regular season.

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