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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1955
Page
11
The article quotes Wilkinson recalling a year old game with Oklahoma. He suspects a tip off influenced Oklahoma’s sudden defensive shift never seen before, remarking that as soon as the play was called, Oklahoma clamped down in an unusual defense.
Kansas faces Cornell in a Big Seven tilt at Municipal Auditorium with Missouri seeking an early test against Nebraska before Kansas and Cornell clash at 9 30 p m while Missouri and Nebraska play at 7 30 p m Cyclones and Buffaloes reach semifinals as Iowa State tops Kansas State 79 71 and Colorado defeats Oklahoma 8 69 Hall of fame Coach Phog Allen strings forwards Green Elston Johnson and guard King with Dobbs while Rayner Greene fields Kogan Cal kin Zelek Meade Rolles for Cornel in a bid to spark the Big Seven action Kansas State Oklahoma and Nebraska contexts hover around the tourney results and Missouri leads the pack with Norm Stewart scoring atop the charts
Richard Inman eight was killed while playing cowboy when a .22 rifle in the hands of his one year older uncle Richard Edwards Jr discharged. The bullet struck the boy in the back of the head as Coroner W.G. Rinehart confirmed the accidental discharge in Cherokee Kansas on Tuesday.
Oklahoma Aaggies extend their win streak to seven by defeating Texas Tech 65-47 in the All-College Tournament in Oklahoma City Mack Carter led with 25 points as Oklahoma City edged past Pon Vonia 141-62 and Seattle Tulsa, Washington, Iowa State, Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas, and Cornell also posted wins in a busy night of college basketball action.
The Davis Cup left Australia with the trophy as America shipped the cup home and Tony Trabert, the top U.S. player, turned pro after a stellar year. Rex Hartwig joined the pro ranks, Lew Hoad and Rosewall remained amateurs, and Australia clinched the Cup at Forest Hills. Doris Hart won her second national crown before turning pro to coach youngsters.
New York edged Philadelphia 80 to 79 in a tight finish. Rochester played in a 9th inning style note as a fragment. Syracuse defeated Boston 80 to 105 at St Louis 102.
Miami reports Maryland prepared to defend against Oklahoma’s top rushing attack while adjusting to Maryland’s own aerial threats. Coach Wilkinson stresses avoiding mistakes as Sooners work on multiple facets, and Maryland coach Jim Tatum speaks on his team’s plans behind closed doors.
In Kansas City, Oklahoma State basketball is nearly friendless as few fans attend the first round loss to Colorado. Assistant coach John Crayson notes only the coach, himself, one player, and two freshmen remain while others head south for the Maryland Orange Bowl game.
The bald eagle is most common near the ocean or large inland waters where fish, its staple food, abound. The Automobile Manufacturers Assn notes taxes take 24 cents per dollar on automobile purchases.
The article discusses Negro Gridman preparing for the Sugar Bowl, detailing the extra pressure and expectations he faces. It notes teammates and coaches, mentions practice, and highlights thoughts on his performance and leadership as the big game approaches.
In a dimly read page segment the Owl League results show teams like Shik Wy, Sob Nab PW and Hi 30 Ser competing. Meissenhetnar and Matora lead with several games won while Westvaca Nos 2 and 4 claim victories for top points.
Frisco star Bill Russell led San Francisco to the NCAA title with a 26 game win streak and 28 of 29 victories. LaSalle and Kentucky feats, UCLA upset, Gola and other All-America selections noted. Syracuse Nationals won NBA playoffs 92 91 on late George King shot.
Juniata College and Missouri Valley teams began twice daily drills in Orlando as 60 degree temps greeted coaches before Monday's Tangle Bowl. Juniata, holders of the nation's longest small college win streak at 23 games, makes its first bowls appearance, while Missouri Valley carries an 8 1 record and seven prior bowl trips.
A University of Illinois study indicates children typically acquire the grammar they will use for life between ages one and three, suggesting early language exposure shapes lifelong linguistic patterns.
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