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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1954

Page

11

Unhappy Cameron Coach After Aggie Win Injuries Hit Squad

Cameron coach Jess Thompson grumbled over injuries after a 47-0 victory over Murray A&M of Tistingo. Key backs Hauser and Lloyd Peg were hurt, guard Larmour swelled up, while reserve backs Valderas and Tamplin sparked a strong ground attack for 433 rushing yards and 59 passing yards. Six players scored as Cameron used many substitutes to seal the win.

Lew Johnson Constitution Sports Cameron Aggie Jess Thompson Aggie Murray A&m Tistingo Ompson Eaul Hauser Cameron Compton Lloyd Peg Jack Larmour Murray Bobby Valderas Clyde Tamplin Valderas Tamplin Memphis Texas Pat Thedford Tishomingo

Buckeyes and Badgers Set for Big Ten Title Run

Wisconsin faces Ohio State in a pivotal Big Ten clash that could shape the Rose Bowl bid while Iowa Northwestern Illinois and Minnesota loom. Miami hosts Maryland in a nationally relevant night game as other top teams line up for weekend showdowns. South Carolina shocks Clemson as college football headlines roll on.

ED Corrigan Associated Press Wisconsin Badgers Ohio State Buckeyes Ivy Williamson Iowa Northwestern Illinois Minnesota Purdue Michigan Mississippi Arkansas Ole Miss Coleader William and Mary George Washington Detroit Tulsa Houston Oklahoma Kansas State UCLA Oregon State Colorado Nebraska Southern California California Army Columbia West Virginia Virginia Notre Dame

Saxton Faces Uncertain Return After Boxing Drill

New York welterweight champion Johnny Saxton, 24, sparred with a troubled September ahead. He added $50 in fines to a suspended 15 day jail term for traffic offenses as promoters muse over Basilio rematch and a possible $40,000 title defense in Syracuse. Saxton’s cautious style drew criticism and doubt whether he can draw a gate against top challengers.

New York Johnny Saxton Santa Claus Santa Gavilan Carmen Basilio Canastota N.Y Norm Rothschild Syracuse, N.Y Saxton Basilio Syracuse John Murtagh John J. Duff Johnny Duff

Cameron routs Murray in decisive 41-0 win

Cameron clamped down on Murray with a dominant ground game and opportunistic defense. Murray managed 24 rushing yards and eight passes, all intercepted three times by Cameron defenders Combs, Valderas, and an additional pick. Cameron led 7-0 after the first, 14-0 at halftime, expanded to 28-0 by the third, and finished strong with three more TDs.

Murray Cameron Jimmy Combs Valderas Aggies Bobby Hutto Combs Byuarterback Harry Phipps Perry Morren Don Jimerson Walter Welch Wheatley Tamplin Dazzler Jimerson

Champ Must Fight Basilio

New York boxing officials demand Johnny Saxton defend the welterweight title within 90 days or vacate. Top contender Carmen Basilio of Canastota is favored for the next title shot after Saxton's disputed crown win over Kid Gavilan. Basilio is ranked No. 1 and Gavilan’s veto contract is in question.

New York New York State Boxing Commission Johnny Saxton Carmen Basilio Philadelphia Saxton Kid Gavilan New York Commission Johnny Commission Bob Christenberry Gavilan Bee Basilio Canastota N. Y

Northwestern Pitt Faces Fumbles In Big Telecast

TV viewers will see Northwestern and Pitt in a campus clash telecast as Northwestern's 26 fumbles in four games and Pitt's recent turnovers shape a likely high error game. The tripod Week slate also features Boston University Holy Cross and Brigham Young Montana. Northwestern's aerial attack vs Pitt's straight defense headlines the matchup.

South Carolina Pitt Northwestern Boston University Pittsburgh Wildcats Pitt Stadium California Michigan Cats

Saddler Faces Boxing Title Ultimatum From NAD Crackdown

The National Boxing Association demands featherweight champion Sandy Saddler defend his title by December 14 or face sanctions. Saddler has until mid November to indicate compliance and avoid the crackdown.

Philadelphia National Boxing Association Sandy Saddler

Wolverines Face El Reno After Injury Stricken Setback

Lawton battles El Reno at Roosevelt stadium at 8 p.m. in a Boomer Conference game as Lawton retools after halfback Ronnie Jones suffered a serious injury. Jones missed time this week and is not expected to help the Wolverines much this season. The Wolverines trail El Reno 124-1 in their 17 year rivalry, with El Reno winning the last three. Coach Bodenhamer now leads Lawton after previously coaching El Reno.

Bill Sullins Press Eee Ronnie Jones Lawton el Reno Indians Roosevelt Stadium E Reno Wolverines Jones Memorial Hospital Se Eene Indians el Reno Bob Bodenhamer Bodenhamer Kenneth Kamm Chickasha Duncan Chicks Oklahoma City Watonga Kingfisher Clinton Eli Reno Capitol Hill Ardmore Classen Vernon Texas Tulsa Rogers Lawton High School Ronnie

Indians Open Win Streak Over Lawton in 1954 Battle

El Reno and Lawton meet amid season notes as El Reno seeks another win. Key players include Bill Adams at quarterback, Chuck Link and Gilbert Gholston at halfback, and Don Salmon among backs. The Wolverines field new guards Tom Mathews and Fred Singleton with Bodenhamer at Jones replacement, while injuries sideline Givens and Hawkins.

Welch Chuck Link Fred Singleton Tom Mathews Soph Tom Hamby el Reno Bill Adams Link Gilbert Gholston Junior Whipple Bodenhamer Jones Bill Buntyn Lawton Pos EL Reno Winham Land Howard McCabe Love LG Morford Singleton Hamby Alldredge Mathews Brown Porter Yingling Tillery Hill Adams Buntyn Link Salmon Gholston McFarland Wipple Roosevelt

Detroit vs Tulsa Missouri Valley clash draws 20000 crowd

Detroit and Tulsa faced a big turnout at Detroit Stadium with at least 20000 promised by ticket promotions. Detroit sought its second win after four games as Tulsa aimed to stop a five game slide. Star halfback Lee Riley was ruled out due to an arm injury from the Villanova game and stitched wounds raising doubt he would play Friday.

Detroit Tulsa Detroit Stadium Oklahoma Titans Lee Riley Riley Villanova

Lawton Bees Tie Texans in 13 13 Football Duel

Vernon Texas report notes Lawton Bees and Vernon B teams battled to a 13-13 tie at home. The Bees trailed 6-0 at halftime and 13-6 in the third. Herb Stonehocker returned a 45 yard punt for Lawton, Jerry Shanklin scored from five yards, Rex Arnold added the extra point to level the score.

Vernon Texas Lawton Bob Williams Bees Texans Herb Stonehocker Jerry Shanklin Rex Arnold

Ed Hughes Discharged From Hospital To Rejoin Rams

Eddie Hughes former Cameron star and Tom McCormick of the Los Angeles Rams were injured in last Sunday's game with the Green Bay Packers and will be discharged from a Milwaukee hospital Saturday to rejoin the team.

Milwaukee Wis Eddie Hughes Cameron Star Tom McCormick Los Angeles Rams Green Bay Packers

Douglass Lions Face Strong Grid Test At Okmulgee

Douglass Lions travel to Okmulgee for a conference game after defeating Chickasha 28 0 and rebounding from a loss to Oklahoma City Douglass. They own wins over Idabel and Chickasha with a 3 2 season record. Tommie Lee Johnson and Robert Rhodes pace the offense.

H. C. King Douglass Lions Okmulgee Lions Oklahoma City Douglass Chickasha Lawton Crew Idabel Ardmore Tommie Lee Johnson Robert Rhodes

Dutch Holds Lead In Aussie Tourney

Sydney Australia E J Dutch Harrison shot a one over par 73 to maintain a three stroke lead at 215 after 54 holes in the Ampol golf tournament with one round left. American Harrison stands three ahead of Australian Norman von Nida who posted 72 in the third round. Harrison’s teammates Marty Gol and Tommy Bolt faded from contention as Furgol and Bolt posted 77 and 76 respectively to reach 225 and 226.

Sydney Australia America E. J Furgol Bolt

Fights Last Night in Los Angeles Outpoints and Stoppages

Ramon Buentes outpointed Billy Graham in Los Angeles while Jimmy Byrne stopped Kirby Seals in Portland. Seals faced San Diego opponent in a volatile cross country boxing card with weight classes listed.

Angeles Ramon Buentes Los Angeles Billy Graham New York Portland Ore Jimmy Byrne Kirby Seals San Diego

Poke Quarterback Will Miss Contest

Oklahoma A&M meets Hardin-Simmons in Odessa under lights with a patched lineup. Star quarterback Fred Meyers is out with a knee injury after a limited season to date. Jack Hutchison sidelined. Dala Mienert shifts to guard with Buddy Ryan expected to fill Mienert’s spot. Paul Cuba and Fred Duval to share quarterback duties.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma A&m J.B. Whitworth Hardin-Simmons Odessa Tex Aggies Fred Meyers Houston Meyers Jack Hutchison Dala Mienert Buddy Ryan Mienert Whiteworth Paul Cuba Fred Duval Texas Tech

Broncs Adans Meet Saturday In Big Oklahoma Grid

Two second place teams Central State College hosts East Central while Southwestern visits Northeastern in league play. Southeastern leads with 2 0, Central and Northeastern 2 1. Other games send Northwestern to Missouri Valley at Marshall Panhandle to Camp Carson Langston at Southern Baton Rouge. Junior college results Cameron A&M 47 Murray 0 Northern Oklahoma 20 Connors 8 rain postpones Bacone Easten game.

Associated Press Oklahoma Central State College East Central Southwestern Northeastern Central Southeastern Northwestern Marshall Missouri Valley Panhandle Camp Carson Colo Langston University Southern University Baton Rouge Cameron A&m Murray Aggies Northern Oklahoma Junior College Connors Bacone

Marciano Valdes Bout Talked Again

Max Waxman, a well known fight manager just back from Havana, said he is practically certain Nino Valdes of Cuba will fight Rocky Marciano for the heavyweight title in Miami next February. He added he has no current managerial interest beyond respect for the top contender.

New York Max Waxman Havana Nino Valdes Cuba Rocky Marciano Miami New Yorker Waxman Valdes

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