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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1954

Page

12

O Dea Prepares Chickasha For Big Clash With Lawton Wolverines

Coach Bud O Dea gears Chickasha for a Boomer Conference clash with Lawton High Friday night. Lawton, 0-6-1, seeks first win of campaign while Chickasha sits 2-5 but showing grit. O Dea praises Lawton despite tough schedule and notes Ronnie Jones may be held out for injury or strategic reason.

Wolverines O'Dea Chickasha Newsmen Bodenhamer Ronnie Jones Chickasha

Lawton Wolverines Tangle With Chickasha In Homecoming Clash

O'Dea listed key Lawton players for the Chickasha game while Jones may miss time due to a leg injury. Lawton leads the series 25-9-4 with five straight wins, and Chickasha last won in 1948 as Merrill Green and Sam Allen starred. The two teams share series records for mud games 15 and scoreless ties four.

O’dea Lawton Jones Chickasha Wolverines Chick Merrill Green Sam Allen O. L. Parsons LHS Chicks

Great Field Set For Turf Classic

An international field of seven horses from four countries contests the Washington, D. C. International at Laurel Park for a $50,000 purse. Landau the English colt backed by Queen Elizabeth is the sentimental choice, while Banassa of France and Fisherman from the United States loom as major rivals with Eddie Arcaro aboard. High Gun, injured, misses the race.

Laurel, Md Washington, D.C Laurel Park Landau Queen Elizabeth France United States Fisherman New York C. V. Whitney King Ranch High Gun Eddie Arcaro

U S Cagers Are Too Tall in World Amateur Hoops

In Rio de Janeiro on November 3 United States coach Warren Womble grumbled that size hurts more here than in the U S His Peoria Caterpillars of the National Industrial League lead Brazils squad in a seven game round robin as both teams stay unbeaten with two games left to decide the title Friday night.

Rio DE Janeiro Brazil Warren Womble United States Womble Peoria

Colleges Studying Boxing Program Prospects in Southwest

Houston report on a regional meeting where Oklahoma Texas and Louisiana colleges discussed adding boxing to intercollegiate athletics. Jim Owens Louis State University boxing coach outlined the proposal for NCAA rules committee and several schools including Oklahoma Texas Houston Tech and McNeese State participated.

Houston Southwest Oklahoma Texas Louisiana Jim Owens Louis State University NCAA Boxing Rules Committee University of Oklahoma University of Texas University of Houston Texas Tech McNeese State College Lake Charles Southern Methodist University North Texas State College

Bad Knees Hamper Four Poke Players

STILLWATER Okla Nov 3 Four Oklahoma A&M football players were sidelined as the Aggies prepared for the Detroit game. Quarterbacks Paul Cuba and Fred Meyers center Jim Lutes and tackle Jack Hutchison were sent to Oklahoma City for knee injury checkups. Cuba carries an old knee issue. Lutes has a new knee complication from the Tulsa game. Meyers and Hutchison were being checked for Houston injuries.

Stillwater Okla Oklahoma A&m Aggies Detroit Paul Cuba Fred Meyers Jim Lutes Jack Hutchison Oklahoma City Cuba Lutes Tulsa Meyers Hutchison Houston J.B. Whitworth Jack Hutchinson University of Tulsa Bernie Witucki Harry Tipps

Mantle Knee Healed. Yankee Star to Report in March

The New York Yankees say Mickey Mantle will report to spring training next March with a sound knee for the first time since the 1951 World Series. Team physician Dr. Sidney Gaynor and Dr. Daniel L. Yancey of Springfield, Missouri, who performed two surgeries on Mantle, confirm the knee is healed.

New York New York Yankees Mickey Mantle Sidney Gaynor Daniel L. Yancey Springfield

Shaw and Larson Lead In Total Offense Race

Oregon's George Shaw and California's Paul Larson top the nation in total offense as they near the season's end. Shaw leads with 1 245 yards and Larson trails at 1 117, while Larson cut the gap with a 259-yard performance against UCLA. Larson aims to become the third two time winner, with Shaw and other stars close behind in passing and rushing totals.

New York Oregon George Shaw California Paul Larson Larson Shaw Ncaa Service Bureau California Star UCLA Oklahoma A&m Bob Fenimore Drake Johnny Bright Don Heinrich Washington Shawn Arizona Art Luppino Purdue Len Dawson Army Tom Bell Illinois J. C. Caroline Dawson

Voigts Proud Of Wildcats Despite Losing Streak

Evanston Illinois Northwestern coach Bob Voigts says he is proud of his team as the Wildcats suffer a five game skid with losses to USC Michigan Pittsburgh and Ohio State. He notes fumbles injuries and boners hampering results while eyeing a clash with Wisconsin and praising his players for their spirit.

Evanston Ill Bob Voigts Northwestern Wildcats Voigts Harfluck Northwestern Wisconsin Wildcats Southern California Michigan Pittsburgh Ohio State Ohio

Wilkinson Shuffles Lineup Often

RMAN Oklahoma coach Bud Wilkinson frequently reshuffles the Sooners lineup to find the right combination. Players like Jerry Tubbs Robert Burris Joe Mobra and Calvin Woodworth have shifted positions amid injuries and strategic tests. Past moves helped spark long winning streaks and key games against Notre Dame Pittsburgh Texas and Santa Clara.

Rman Okla University of Oklahoma Bud Wilkinson Wilkinson Sooners Kansas Robert Burris Jerry Tubbs Tubbs Joe Mobra Calvin Woodworth Don Brown

Dunbar Captures City Midget Football Crown

Dunbar edged Lincoln 7 to 6 at Roosevelt Stadium to claim the West league midget title. Charlies Davis scored the 2 yard TD and the extra point, Lincoln's late run by Roger Pursley looped but failed on the extra point. Washington and Howell tied 6 to 6 in the consolation game.

Dunbar Lincoln Roosevelt Stadium Charlies Davis Roger Pursley Washington Howell

Allies Pitching Days Are Over

Oklahoma City report says Allie Reynolds the former Yankee star may have pitched his last game after a deep cut on his right index finger. Age, back problems, and an oil business plan raise three key questions about a possible return for another season.

Oklahoma City Allie Reynolds New York Yankees Colorado Springs Colo

Sooner quarterback Harris returns to practice for Iowa State game

Harris shakes flu symptoms and isExpect back with the No 1 unit for Oklahoma football workouts ahead of Saturday’s matchup with Iowa State. Five other flu victims re joined drills while Harris rested in infirmary. Wilkinson drilled defense and fundamentals to address fumbling as Ames prepares for the Sooners. Tulsa and Houston preview noted with cautious starters and injury checks.

Jimmy Harris Oklahoma Iowa State Harris Bud Wilkinson Ames Iowa Cyclones Vince DiFrancesca

Duncan Jets Edge Lawton Bees In Thriller

The Duncan Jets defeated the Lawton Bees 32 to 25 in a wild football game. Lawton led 13-12 at halftime, Duncan pulled ahead 19-13 in the third, and five Duncan players scored touchdowns. Horton had an 85 yard kickoff return for Lawton with other TDs by Shanklin and Lansden.

Duncan Duncan Jets Lawton Bees Bob Williams Lawton Jets Butch Horton Horton Jerry Shanklin Joe Lansden Wilbert Lloyd Wolverines

Roughers Move to Second in AP High School Poll

Oklahoma City report shows Muskogee rising to second place in the AP poll with Ada dropping to third. Top ten includes Altus Ardmore Bartlesville Midwest City and Classen with several teams receiving votes. Ada and Muskogee won their games last week and prep schedules for Friday are listed.

Oklahoma City Muskogee Associated Press Ada Capitol Hill Altus Ardmore Bartlesville Midwest City Seminole Clinton John Marshall Broken Arrow No Wwata Wewoka Henryetta McAlester Riday Sand Springs Tulsa Central Oklahoma Oklahoma City Central Duncan Oklahoma City Northeast Hollis Tulsa Webster Ponca City Chilocco Sapulpa Classen Enid Okmulgee Perry Rogers Norman Ada - Eee

Cyril Quint Sharp Leads Caddo County Dominance In 95 33 Win

Cyril Quint Sharp’s team beat Verden 95 to 33 as Jack Gibson scored 19 and Butch Moser 14. In nearby games Cache rallied late to 64 55 over Apache with Adams 22 Wimple 21 Werqueyah 21. Apache girls’ Pearlean Boone 21 led loss. Cache’s Kathleen Woesner 21 also notable. Veretta Caldwell 20 for Apache. Ahpeatone boys beat Loveland 44 23 while Loveland girls won 50 36.

Cyril Caddo County Verden Bucs Jack Gibson Butch Moser Cache Apache Bob Adams Bennie Wimple Harold Werqueyah Adams Wimple Werqueyah Eugene Ee Pearlean Boone Apache Girls Bullpup Lassies Kathleen Woesner Veretta Caldwell Ahpeatone Boys Loveland Loveland Girls Ahpeatone

UCLA Coach Red Sanders Praises Team After Ruthless Wins

New York November 3 United Press reports UCLA under Red Sanders uses a conservative single wing offense to steamroll foes 67 0 72 0 and 61 0 claiming the No 1 national ranking. Star backs Primo Villanueva and Pogo Davenport power the attack as Terry Debay blocks and Johnny Peterson leads a well rounded lineup.

New York United Press Henry Red) Sanders Ucla Bruins UCLA California Sanders Primo Villanueva Calexico Pogo Davenport Villaneuva Pogo Davenport Jim Decker Terry Debay Paul Cameron Johnny Peterson Jack Callena Jim Salisbury Scrubs Stanford San Diego Naval Oregon State

Baxter Trouncesters For Mexico Golf Crown

Rex Baxter Jr. of Amarillo Texas and the University of Houston captured the 29th annual Mexican National amateur title in Mexico City. Baxter, 19 and 1953 U S Junior champion, emerged after a win over Chris Gers of Oklahoma City with Meledy Borap also a key competitor in the tourney.

Mexico City Rex Baxter Jr Amarillo Tex University of Houston Baxter U. S Chris Gers Oklahoma City Meledy Borap

Sill Shooting For Top Rating In Carson Test

Fort Silk Cannoneers, ranked sixth in service football, travel to Colorado Springs to face Fort Carson Mountaineers in a charity game. A win could boost national standings while Sill coaches weigh overconfidence after a 46 6 victory over Fort Leonard Wood.

Sill Carson Test Fort Silk Cannoneers Fort Carson Mountaineers Colorado Springs Colo Silk

Olson Versus Panter in CBS Televised Title Bout

Garth Panter meets world middleweight champion Carl Olson in a 10 round nationally televised bout on CBS at 10 p.m. EST Panter seeks a upset while Olson tunes up for his defense against Joey Giardello at the Cow Palace on Dec. 15 This is their second meeting after Olson won a 10 round decision in Butte last year.

Richmond Calif Garth Panter Carl Bobo) Olson CBS Olson Joey Giardello San Francisco Cow Palace Panter Butte

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O’ Dea Bob Bodenhamer Wolverine Chamber of Commerce Lawton High Bnd Vernon Adans Mantle Boston University Tom Gastall Bell Luppino Penn State Lenny Moore Colorado John Bayuk Moore Alan Ameche San Francisco Ollie Matson Tennessee Tom Tracy North Carolina Bobby Freeman Auburn Tulane Bud By Jack Heaney Kurt Burris Bo Bolinger Cecil Morris Ne Calame Notre Dame Santa Clara Jack Mitchell Darrell Royal Mitchell Royal George Thomas George Brewer Larry Speck Darrell Ahischlager THE Lawton Golf Madill Durant Cyril Quint Sharp Bill Day Charley Wade Olds Co Hamra’s South Third Asheville N.C Mr. Sanders Villanueva Mexico Golf Crown Great Lakes Naval Training Center Mountaineers Cannoneers Carson Fred Smith Jim Brundage Fort Leonard Wood Smith Fort Wood Southwestern Radio & Sound 4Th & E Pho Dependanis Service Knox-t Jensen Motor Co 2Nd E Avenue DODGE Plymouth
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