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Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1957

Page

12

Tomlinson Belts Texans In First Football Contest

Tomlinson junior high opened its football career in impressive style yesterday beating Barwise of Wichita Falls 20 to 13 in a debut. Coach Lou Whiteley’s squad was sparked by a 425 pound dynamo James Herman who ran and passed Barwise into submission. Herman scored twice and set up Warlwell Menefee for another Toniliason score.

Tomlinson Junior High Barwise Wichita Falls Lou Whiteley Tomlinson James Herman Herman Hermaty Warlwell Menefee Toniliason

Untitled football game recount with late rally and heroics

In a rugged game the Lawtons edged Barwise as Richard Humphrey led the losers with two long gallops and Tomlinson struck twice for a 7 7 halftime tie. Herman sparked a late drive with a 20 yard roll out and a 14 yard return, Cerveny sealed it with a two yard TD as the Lawsons held on after a 61 yard punt return.

Groll Barwise Richard Humphrey Jong Tomlinson Lawtons Herman Mendee Lawsons Tony Cerveny Texans Menelec Cerveny Allen Aycock

Aggies Face Cisco. Split-T to Open Tonight

Cisco visits the Aggies with a veteran first unit and split-T plans, while Cameron and Cisco each ride strong running games. Cisco’s Simms Black Coulter Reynolds and Hinson loom as key returnees. Cameron counters with a rugged 3 5 schedule and 4 6 Cisco edge in weight. Hart and Norris sidelined for Cameron. Morris impresses after transferring from Oklahoma.

Cisco Aggies E. A. Simms Ira Black Sam Bass Gene Coulter Tom Reynolds George Hinson Coulter Cameron Simms Reynolds Sims Tackle Black Wranglers Ciscoon Texans Letterman Bob Hart Vic Norris Morris Dennis Morris Okahotma

Coaching Not Cash Puts Sooners On Top

Norman, Sept. 13. NEA Sports: Oklahoma under Bud Wilkinson is the nation's top college team with a 40 game unbeaten streak since 1953. Players receive tuition and board, $15 a month for laundry, and emphasis on education. Wilkinson stresses academics plus football, with a strong, exclusive coaching staff and supportive alumni. Next: Bill Wilkinson and the Oklahoma system.

Editon University of Oklahoma Iis Bud Wilkinson Harry Grayson NBA Sooners NEA Norman Owen Oklahoma Pittsburgh Oklahoma Huskies Wilkinson Big Ten Southwest Pitt Texas Notre Dame Hkce Maryland Gomer Jones Texas Panhandle Kiamichis State Panhandle North Texas Hob Harrison Jerry Tubbs Harrison Bill Wilkinson Oklahoma System

Grandfield Beats Lawton Bees 32 20 In Opening Grid Test

Grandfield opened the 1957 football season edging Lawton Bees 32 20 before about 2 000 fans. Holsinger and Tillman led the Bees as they built a late lead, then Grandfield rallied for the clincher with 76 yards of decisive running. Other area games listed include FSIS at Lone Wolf and Chickasha at Marlow.

Tom Sharrock Grandfield Lawton Bees Bearcats Lawton Bees Preston Holsinger Ray Tillman Dickie Speirs Holsinger Tillman Tommy Sharp Bee Squad Bob Howard Dale Blam FSIS Lone Wolf Douglass Temple Tipton Chillicothe Snyder Apache Chickasha Marlow Walters Hobart Erick Sayre Camanche Wilson Elmore City Ryan Blanchard Cyril

Baseball Playoff and Score Notes From Across Leagues

Fragmented summary of multiple baseball games and playoff series. Mentions Chicago over Boston 7-1, Detroit and Baltimore scheduling, Kansas City at Washington, and cancellations. Includes assorted league results and upcoming games with various teams like New York, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, and San Diego.

New York Chicago Boston Detroit Cleveland Baltimore Kansas Washington Kansas City Ballimore Toua Flames Tierce Furi Kansas Ci Ve Kemmerer Feyby Johnsah Dumorrow Wrehington Fallimore Rosine Patinsal Milwaukee Losis Brooklyn Cincinnati Philadelphia Pillsburgh Fesuiis Braukdsip

Wolverines lineups highlight LHS attack in half

At halftime, LHS shows key players for both sides. R. A. Burt, a standout breakaway runner from last season, and Lance Kapepasak lead the backfield. Frederick’s line features Clewis, Clarence Byrd, John Holmes, Billy Cools, Edwards, Terry Benedett, Jim Warner, Williams, Griffin, Billie Hoover, and Jim Stevenson at fullback.

Doyle McCune LHS R. A. Burt Lance Kapepasak Frederick Clewis Clarence Byrd John Holmes Billy Cools Edwards Terry Benedett Jim Warner Williams Griffin Billie Hoover Jim Stevenson

Rangers Name Captain George Sullivan For New York

George Red Sullivan has been named captain of the New York Rangers, succeeding Harry Howell who served as captain the prior two seasons. Sullivan joined from the Chicago Black Hawks just before the 1956-57 NHL season.

New York George Red

Gautt Making Grade With OU

Gautt arrives at Oklahoma with no athletic scholarship and no defensive high school experience. Backers funded his entry to break the color barrier before securing a scholarship. Eddie Crowder tutored him in defense, and he adapted on the scrimmage field despite initial hurdles. He notes teammates offered support and confidence in his abilities.

Tories Gantt OU i Gautt Sooner Eddie Crowder

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