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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1955

Page

13

FSIS and Riverside Battle in Season Finale at Roosevelt

FSIS aims at Riverside in the Indians season closer at Roosevelt stadium tonight as underdogs seek first win in eight starts. Riverside, 3 3 on the season, relies on a spread offense after last week’s 3 0 title tilt, while FSIS captain Donald Redbird is limited by a shoulder injury and may play sparingly. Homecoming ceremonies feature candidate Lisa Youngman, Dorothy Brown, and Geraldine White.

Tom Sharrock FSIS Riverside Indians Roosevelt Stadium Tribe Braves Reeves Nahwooksy Donald Redbird Redbird Lawton Bees Erick Bearcats Lisa Youngman Dorothy Brown Geraldine White

USGA probes gambling links to Deepdale win

The USGA has begun an investigation into an amateur golf tournament at Deepdale on Long Island won by Charles L. Bud Helmar and a partner under false names and handicaps. Helmar says he and his partner, who benefited from a Calcutta pool, received no prize while the partner claimed part of a $16 017 payout.

New York United States Golf Association Calcutta Pools Charles L Bud) Helmar West Springfield Mass Deepdale Long Island N.Y Helmar Calcutta Joe Dey USGA Dey

Maryland Leads AP Ratings. Oklahoma and Michigan Close

In brief sports roundup, Maryland remains atop the AP college ratings with Oklahoma and Michigan right behind. Other items cover baseball leadership changes, a tax seizure of Richmond Virginians assets, and racing results from Laurel, Jamaica, Narragansett, Garden State, Narragansett, Sportsman's Park, and Churchill Downs with multiple winners and payouts.

Associated Press Maryland Oklahoma Michigan GOLF Mexico City Doug Sanders Cedartown Vidal Palacios Laredo Tex Laurel Willie Hartack Bethesda New York Miss Weesie Plain View Jamaica Camden N.J Amoret Garden State Pawtucket R.I Narragansett Rk Chicago En Flyer Sportsman’s Park Lexington Yield Clarksville

Ice Hockey At A Glance Tuesday and Wednesday Results

Tuesday results show Troy defends home ice with a 3 1 victory over Fort Wayne in the International League while Philadelphia beat Baltimore 10 7 in the Eastern League. Wednesday's schedule lists four American and National League matchups with Providence at Buffalo Springfield at Hershey Troy at Indianapolis Baltimore at Washington Philadelphia at New Haven Clinton at Johnstown.

Troy Fort Wayne Philadelphia Baltimore Detroit Toronto Providence Buffalo Springfield Hershey Indianapolis Washington New Haven Clinton Johnstown

Lockwood Leads With 562 Series In Major Pin Loop

Cecil Lockwood paced major league bowlers at Sooner Lanes with a 562 series including a 232 game, as Falstaff Beer topped Food Mart 2650 to win four points. Jim Gentry replied with a 551 series and 205 game for Constitution Press while Don Eaton Transfer and Storage split the match.

Bill Ewald Cecil Lockwood Sooner Lanes Jim Gentry Lockwood Falstaff Beer Food Mart Rey Beall James Burgan Ken Kaspereit Rocky Ray Carless Tubbs Gentry Constitution Press Don Eaton Jack Brosnan Constitution Clayton Kern Clarence Mynes Russell Ford Stephen Ed Ferguson Stephen’s Towne’s Towne’s Men’s Store Lawton Cafe Cary Jackson Cafe Bob Williams Jack Ferrell Green-Howenstine Public Service Oliver Green Green- Howenstine Homer Robertson B. F. Goodrich Keglers Farmers Insurance Goodrich Jim Shaw Farmers R. Vickery Bill Landers Robertson Charles Reavis Roberts Conoco Pepsi Cola J. R. Prince John Burris

Hood Primed For Sillmen Tankers Lineup

Hood’s “B” team beat Fort Bliss 20 9 and Ellington AFB 24 0 but lost to Fort Carson 14 7. Key Tankers include Steve Meilinger fullback from Kentucky, Carl Mayes Texas U halfback, George Rosso Ohio State halfback, Don Gottlob ex Giants signal caller, Jim Riddle Hardin Simmons, Dick Tamburo Michigan State center, Ray Howard Texas Tech guard, Ed Rowland Oklahoma tackle, and Jerry Jones LSU 230 pounds six five wing man.

Fort Bliss Ellington Afb Fort Carson Steve Meilinger Kentucky Carl Mayes Texas U George Rosso Ohio State Don Gottlob New York Giant Jim Riddle Hardin-Simmons Dick Tamburo Michigan State Ray Howard Texas Tech Ed Rowland Oklahoma Jerry Jones LSU

Pro Cage Exhibitions Scores Across Cities

Pro Cage Exhibitions yielded varied results with Fort Wayne 109 over Syracuse 92, New York 138 defeating Boston 119, Philadelphia beating St. Louis 85, Minneapolis 100 over Andrews AFB 8 2. The night showcased tight matchups and notable team performances.

Fort Wayne Syracuse New York Boston Philadelphia St. Louis Minneapolis Andrews Afb

Big grid favorites dot the weekend as upsets loom

Unbeatens Michigan Oklahoma Maryland hold top odds in next Saturdays games as bettors rank them heavy favorites. Michigan and Michigan State loom in Big Ten play while Oklahoma seeks to extend a 26 game win streak and Maryland eyes an Orange Bowl bid. Other notable lines include Notre Dame over Penn State and UCLA over College of Pacific with several pick ems and close spreads across conferences.

Michigan Oklahoma Maryland West Virginia George Washington Town Illinois Wolverines Michigan State Ohio State Purdue Indiana Colorado Kansas State Missouri Sooners Louisiana State Jim Tatum LSU Notre Dame Pennsylvania Navy UCLA United Press Board of Coaches College of Pacific Georgia Tech Tennessee

Ameche Graham Hold Pro Leads In NFL Stats

Ameche the Baltimore rookie leads rushing with 635 yards on 116 carries at 5.5 per attempt. Perry trails with 466 yards on 84 carries. Graham remains top passer after 46 of 81 for 780 yards and four TDs. Tittle close with 1,112 yards and eight TDs. Wilson leads receivers with 493 yards. Janowicz 49 points. Van Brocklin 45.1-yard punting.

Ameche Wisconsin Perry Forty Niners Otto Graham Cleveland Browns Cardinals Y. A. Tittle San Francisco Graham Tittle Billy Wilson Vic Janowicz Norman van Brocklin

Fights Last Night Across Multiple Cities

In Sacramento Lauro Salas stopped Pete Aguirre after ten rounds. Houston saw Paul Jorgensen outpoint Kayo Campeche over twelve. San Jose featured Star Gang stopping Bobby Sanders in ten. Hartford had Larry Boardman stop Dennis Brady in ten. Salt Lake City Howard King knocked out Jge Dorsey in nine. Trenton Hourley Sanders outpointed Leroy Allen in eight. Holyoke Rinzy Nocero outpointed Jay Anderson in ten. Miami Beach Wayne Bethea outpointed Julio Mederos in ten. Detroit Ken Hammer outpointed Larry Watson in ten.

Oklahoma Second in Total Offense Standings

New York reports the University of Oklahoma ranks second nationally in total offense. NCAA Service Bureau figures show West Virginia first at 450 yards per game after six games, while Oklahoma averages 392 yards per game across six contests.

New York University of Oklahoma Ncaa Service Bureau West Virginia Oklahoma

Built for a Home This unusual residence by a builder

An all masonry home designed and built for the builder’s own use sits on a large landscaped lot. It is offered at price 12 600. The McKee Co. phone 432.

the McKee CO Pho

Government Seizes Baseball Club for Back Taxes

The federal tax collector seized the Rich and Virginians of the Class AAA International League and will auction the club to satisfy a 79218.68 dollar claim. A seven-man group spoke through Richmond councilman E. T Hadock and planned to bid. The action targets Consolidated Enterprises Inc led by Harry C Seibold and includes 18 player contracts and club equipment.

Washington Calvin R. Griffith Washington Senators Richmond Richmond Virginians International League Yestern Rich and Virginians E. E. Haddock Frank Shaughnessy Luke Sewell Toronto Consolidated Enterprises, Inc Harry C. Seibold

Bethany QB tops small college total offense pace

In Emporia Kansas Max Homer of Bethany West Virginia added to his lead in NAIA total football offense for small colleges. He gained 210 yards last week, bringing his total to 754 yards in four games for an 188.5 yard average. Panhandle A&M’s Ivan Simmons moved to second with a 176 yard game, averaging 157.5 yards over six games.

Emporia Kan Max Homer Bethany W. Va National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics Homer Ivan Simmons Panhandle A&m Okla

Northwestern to stay in Big Ten Conference

Northwestern officials reaffirmed commitment to the Big Ten amid campus talk of withdrawal. Athletic Director Ted Payseur dismissed leaving plans, noting the school’s status as a charter member and intent to remain.

Northwestern Evanston, Ill Ted Payseur F. George Seulberger

Souchak Named Most Improved Golfer of 1955

Evanston Illinois UP reports Mike Souchak former Duke football star from Durham NC has been named the most improved golfer of 1955 in a PGA vote. His earnings rise from 36th to fifth on the money list reflecting major performance gains.

Evanston, Ill Mike Souchak Duke University Durham N.C Professional Golfers Association

Canadian heavyweight champ Walls retires in Toronto

Canadian fighter Earl Walls, age 27 and ranked eighth by Ring magazine, announced his retirement on Tuesday night in Toronto. He said the decision is for his wife and family but admitted it would be foolish to say he will never fight again.

Toronto Earl Walls Ring Magazine Walls

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