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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1958
Page
7
SC and Notre Dame fans hear tales from Bo McMillan era legends. Ernie Pinckert Jordan Olavak and Moose Krause recount humorous mishaps, pratfalls and a Princeton game sting as the South hosts college football chatter with a lighthearted tone.
New York sports page notes the 1958 NEA All-America team challenges the idea that top football players cannot excel academically. The piece argues the squad proves excellence in the classroom can accompany high on-field performance, though it stresses the team was not chosen as an all scholastic array.
The article discusses Pete Dawkins and Bob White as standout Army cadets and athletes, highlighting their roles and honors. It notes Rutgers naming silver anniversary all-America teams and reflects on the enduring value of performance for Hall of Fame consideration. It references the 1958 all-America tour and the credibility of those selections.
The American League opens in Washington on April 16 with Orioles and Senators leading the charge into a 154-game season. The April 17 slate features six more clubs as the league begins its earliest start in memory. Awards honor Al Goldstein and other top players with NEA certificates and engraved watches, as Syracuse and Notre Dame players are cited among honorees.
The University of Pittsburgh said Friday it is negotiating to buy Forbes Field, home stadium of the Pittsburgh Pirates, as part of plans to expand its athletic facilities and campus presence in Pittsburgh.
Notre Dame coach Brennan commented on Iowa California and Army as Rose Bowl contenders. He praised Iowa speed and passing threat while contrasting California ground game and Randy Duncan with Pete Dawkins. Brennan criticized two point conversion rules and urged national adoption of the two platoon and intent proposals.
Mike DeJohn, 202-pound heavyweight from Syracuse, defeated 201-pound Milwaukee contender Besmanoff by a decisive decision at Madison Square Garden. The bout proved brutal with DeJohn sustaining cuts while unleashing uppercuts to Besmanoff’s brows and face, leaving both fighters bloodied.
Sydney reports chaotic play as Earl Buchholz targets a major upset amid televised matches. Referee Al Berl warned Hesmanoft and Ley Cooper for low blows during the seventh session. Officials favored Besmanolt in earlier rounds as rounds concluded with split judge scores and betting shifts.
New York based wire reports show Southern Tops Small Colleges leading the national ratings with next week's final balloting for the Little Giants title. The list names Montana State, Arizona State, and others among top contenders as teams prepare for decisive results in college football's small college division.
Coach Forest Fvashevski met with staff to outline four practice sessions in California beginning December 12. The Hawkeyes travel December 17 to the coast, return January 4, with weather and readiness shaping whether additional workouts occur before leaving for the Rose Bowl.
Bruny, a defensive halfback from Ohio State, was placed on injured reserve after remaining with the 49ers and Redskins. The Rams and Cardinals prepare for a Sunday game amid heavy snow and uncertain weather.
Army defeats Navy in a wet and windy Philadelphia game before about 102000 fans. Key players include backs Pete Dawkins and Dale Anderson and end Bill Carpenter as Army relies on a strong ground and passing balance to secure the victory over Navy in unsteady conditions.
The Army Navy line will be spread over KRGA channel 4 and carried by KU at 10:85 am.
Celebrities from film and television gather at Los Coyotes Country Club for a 36 hole World Entertainment Golf Championship. Notables include Phil Harris, Ray Bolger, Bob Crosby, Dennis O'Keele, Hoagy Carmichael, Fred MacMurray, Ray Milland, Burt Lancaster, and James Garner among others. A field of 9 will tee off at 9 as high and low net prizes draw crowd interest. Local pros and two handicappers with ties to the event are mentioned, and the course sits off highway 33 in Bellehurst near Queha Park.
Buchhalz rested for the match as Cooper stayed sharp and teamed with Rod Laver to reach the union doubles final. Mal Artierson and Neale Fraser defeated them 5 7, 9 7, 4 4, 6 4 in a tense midweek bout.
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