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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1955

Page

7

Fearsome Foursome Tackle Steelers In Exhibition

The 49ers set to field the Fearsome Foursome with Hugh McElhenny John Henry John Doe Perry and quarterback Y.A. Tittle against the Steelers in a National Football League exhibition. Coach Ret Stradey plans to test six rookies, while Steelers coach Walt Kiesling expects a strong California challenge after Los Angeles beat Pittsburgh 39 25 in Portland.

Sacramento San Francisco 49Ers Hugh McEthenny John Henry Dokuson Dee “Perry Tittle McElhenny Qers Pitts Burgh Siveleps Bicker Poy Ret Stradey 45Ers Steelers Walt Kisling California Sling Los Angeles Rams Los Angeles Pectland

Postseason Bowl Talk Sparks Service Academy Debate

Chicago reporters heard Rep. F Edward Hebert and officials clash over whether Army Navy and Air Force Academy can play bowl games. Hebert said approval exists to invite post season play, while Army coach Red Blaik and West Point officials offered no definite plan. Defense Department officials claimed no knowledge of any decision.

Chicago Edward Hebert Dle Football Writers Association Army Navy Hebert Harold Talbott Air Force Air Force Academy Red Blaik West Point N.Y Sheys Blaik Defense Department Atl Washington Sec Sion Taove Louisiana Democrat Naval Academy New Or la Middies

Penguin Race Deadlocked for International Dinghy Title

The last three races of the International Penguin Dinghy Championship ended with a deadlock between New Orleans and Dr. B. Thomas, champion of the Vamitos Bay Yacht Club. Thomas and his girl crew Nan Shirley Iverson won Friday, while Billy Coco Seaman, 15, and crewman James Has placed second. Seaman is the national junior champion and defending his title against all under 18 entrants as of Friday’s standings.

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Major mined: er same put ner is ra and meet

A scrambled list of names, numbers, and odd phrases mentions racing results and an upcoming meeting. It notes projected winners like Glen Custis and Faye Vier with scores around two hundred, plus scattered contact cues and a Thursday Major event reference.

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Saunders Hero of Braves Win in Roller Derby Clash

Charlie Saunders toppled by Jen Monte in a special halfsmile race for 1060 dollars, then surged back with a five point grand slam in the final minute to lift the Los Angeles Braves to a 33 28 victory over the Brooklyn Red Devils. The Braves move to 3 2 on the night. Jon Porter of the Braves battled Pur Betewn of the Devils in the seventh period as scores rolled in.

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Hawks Fall At Park Ave Field In Second Straight Loss

Long Beach Nite Hawks drop 2 0 to Wilmington Marine Clerks at Park Ave Field as George Pearson repeats a prior hitting feat. Bob Schroeder drives in a run with a fourth inning double while Ray Deeter adds a run with a single. Pitcher Tapatal limits the Hawks to seven hits as both starters peg a seven inning, nine strikeout duel. Long Beach plans a rematch tonight at Hanford.

Vietors Long Beach Nitehawks Park Ave. Field Wilmington Marine Clerks George Pearson Jed Wilmington San Pedro Pearson Bob Schroeder Ray Deeter Joe Miller Sack Taptall Pearsa Long Beach Llonight Hanford Murive Clerks Sisenll Ff Iwsekep

Selma hosts international softball league opener

The California tournament opens with 12 teams to decide who represents the state at world championships in New Bedford. Del Rey meets Harwood of Fresno, Long Beach Naval Supply faces Gateway of Fresno, and Tulare battles Leo’s Richfield in Fresno. Final rounds run August 21 after Thursday night double elimination resumes.

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Lomorrow Slane Leads Altos League Victory

Wallace, center fielder, belted a 280 foot three run homer and Keel pitched a one hit game as Mathewela Keel’s team defeated Walker's toppling them in a night game.

Walker Wos Altos Siece Wallace Homer Dan Keel Warter Mathewela Keel Keele Waldea

Belmont Bankers Race To Big Win In Rotary League

Belmont Bankers rout Long Beach 15 to 0 in Rotary League action as Wes Swarm and Mike O Connor delivered a one hit effort. O Connor added a three run triple in the fifth inning while Batley Evelseh and Bell appear in the Los Angeles box score as part of the Angels roster.

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DelMar Handicap Arizonian Tonight Card Preview

DelMar Handicap report notes Arizonian Tonight set for Del Mar with Monday forecast clear and fast conditions. First post listed at 2 15 P M, signaling a competitive pace for the feature event.

DelMar Handicap Arizonian

Olson Defends Middleweight Stature in Proving Fight

Portland bout stars Carl Olson to reclaim top status in a 10 round non title clash with Jim Martinez of Glendale Aviz. Olson seeks to rebound after July loss to Archie Moore and shows sharpness, determination, and confidence in a week of workouts. Martinez appears fit and unawed by Olson as both prepare for the fight at Multnomah Stadium.

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Coast League Box Score Summary

Box score fragment shows players Lown S9 Diciex 1 Herr 4 and multiple errors and initials. Mentions Brosnan, Thomason, Herrera, Dickey and Watson in various lines. Includes line scores and abbreviations like HBP and WE.

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Martinez Loses Twice to Spider Webb in City League Boxing

N L Boxes City League Softball Scores Martinez' record shows two knockout defeats at the hands of Spider Webb. One round in January 1954 and six rounds in February follow. Martinez posts 33 victories 13 losses and four draws. Dykes and Del Flanagan among opponents defeated. Fans doubt his punching power and stamina to pace Olson in upcoming Miami bout.

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Lakewood clubs dominate invitational and series play

The Lakewood area produced top scores in multiple events. Elsie Sharp, Bill Sharp, Lew Webster and Brownie Dinwiddie won the Lakewood partners best-ball with 66. Meadowlark's Ed Sinclair led Alondra with 73 in a home series, while Meadowlark beat Alondra 159-141 in a home-and-home. Virginia Women’s Club saw four teams tie at 32 in best-ball threesome.

Elsie Bill Sharp Lew Webster Brownie Dinwiddie Lakewood Jeaners Ai van Haris J. Watttins Be. McLaren Joe Johnson Liotd Weathersly Leje Waleneinson But Redman Eleanor Dawe T_ Tuchardson Les Dagmors Jaz McNlahen Meadowlark Alondra Parl Ed Sinclair Alondra Jack Gruendler Peter Kramer Virginia Women's Club Yeetie hMleKex Maree Perce Seabee Micelie Witnall Tell Slooney Fla Newton Sue Bouchler

Fragmented box score deluge hides a deep game recap

A cluttered OCR of a box score lists players, teams, and stats with many garbled names and numbers. Key figures include Portocarrera and Gorman with multiple mentions, alongside teams conjectured as Wests and Cleveland. The piece reads like a chaotic ledger of scorers, assists, and fouls without a clear narrative.

Del Mar Horse Racing Results Overview

A garbled Del Mar race card lists horses, jockeys, and times across multiple races. Visible entries mention Royal Wen, Rachel Niles, Gromeste, and several scratched horses with uneven legible odds and placements, though details are fragmented and not fully decipherable.

Major League Leaders Tarnished Pies AUPINOAN mm

A garbled section lists baseball leaders and players across teams including Chicago Detroit New York Boston and Cincinnati. It mentions pitching records and season totals with scattered names like Snider Gillian Keenn and Briere, reflecting a league-wide summary with unclear specifics.

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Thomas Nine Plays Tonight at Anaheim American Legion

Samuel Pest of Love Beach meets San Luis Obispo tonight at 9 p m in the American Legion junior baseball journey at Anaheim. Friday games saw Inglewood defeat Downey and Huntington Park shut out Monterey Park 4 0. Line scores reference Inglewood and Monterey Park contests with players including McCormick, Selby, and Burban.

Samuel “Thomas Pest Love Beach San Lius Obispo American Legion Anaheim Inglewood Downey Huntarton Park Monterey Park

Proctor's Loses t No-Hit Game In 1-0 Tourney Loss

Larry Owen pitched a no hitter for Proctor's Friday but an unearned run gave Ontario a 1-0 win at Buens Park Boys' Invitational. Proctor's had four singles and did not score. Three Proctor's players joined the tournament all star team: Jim 3enske Buddy Robinson and wlivens.

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Gardena Hosts Novice Claiming Races This Weekend

Gardena Stadium continues its novice claiming races tonight and Sunday, offering bettors a chance at early-season action. Officials remind participants of entry deadlines and track safety rules.

Gardena Gardena Stadium

Incomplete Softball Schedule With Mixed Text

Fragmentary schedule details show softball matchups and times with numerous garbled names and places. Observable items include teams such as Avalon and Caney with unclear opponents and unclear dates or venues. The text lacks coherent structure and readable facts to produce a precise card.

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