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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1954

Page

6

UCLA Trainers Gifted Pillar of 1934 Champions

The Beverly Hills Hotel honors UCLA's 1934 national champions with a tribute to Ducky Drake the team trainer. Players and staff praise his guidance as the season’s backbone while presenting a symbolic gift. Drake, central to morale and recovery, receives heartfelt applause and a final nod from seniors and coaches.

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Bev Fleitz Moves Up in La Jolla Tennis Test

Beverly Fleitz of Long Beach defeated Grace Kelleher 6 1, 6 1 in the women’s singles as the National Hard Court Championships results roll in. Bartzen advanced to the semifinals by taking the final two sets 6-2 and 6-4 after a 6-3 opening win over Perty.

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West asleep Webb hails Kansas City bid for baseball

Webb co owner of the New York Yankees said Kansas City is working to secure a major league baseball franchise. He cited delays in Los Angeles and the last minute efforts that favored Kansas City as proof cities must prepare to win. Casey Stengel and Webb discussed stadium remodeling as Arnold Johnson moved the Philadelphia Athletics to Kansas City.

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TV Issue Lines Big 10 PCC Against Eastern Grid Powers

Big Ten and Pacific Coast Conference clash over regional television controls for college football. ECAC pushes a regional plan to package regional games while opposing a national approach. Convention votes in New York will shape whether regional or national TV governs NCAA football.

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Vince Martinez Eyes Welter Title Shot After Win

New York reports Vince Martinez of Paramus New Jersey impressed by a 20 round unanimous decision over Al Andrews in Madison Square Garden, claiming readiness to fight for the 147-pound crown though预计 to wait for Johnny Saxton’s February defense. The Boston card previews Peter Mueller versus Joe Miceli on television while NFL playoff implications loom as the Cleveland Browns seek the Eastern Division title against Pittsburgh with a firm seven game win streak following a 51 point defense.

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Lands First Man He Wanted After 216 Deals

An OSCAR FRALEY column surveys baseball executive Frank Lane of the Chicago White Sox, noting 216 deals involving 321 players since 1948 and his eventual success in acquiring Ted Gray. The piece also references Kentucky basketball, football figures Lou Creekmur, and a string of birthday and gadget notes from the era.

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Ram Fans Honor 2 Stars In Season Finale

The Los Angeles Rams meet Green Bay Packers in the season finale with the Rams slight favorite to avenge a prior loss. Elroy Hirsch will be honored in his final game, while assistants Red Hickey, Dick Voris, Bill Battles and Buick Weaver may not return. Don Paul and Hirsch to be saluted at halftime amid coaching tensions.

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Sports on Radio and TV Listings mumbled schedule

Radio and TV broadcast guide lists basketball games including Indiana vs Notre Dame and Syracuse vs Boston, boxing matches, Rams vs Green Bay football, and other events with unclear times and many fragmented station codes and names. Strong entities include Indiana, Notre Dame, Syracuse, Boston, Rams, Green Bay, UCLA, USF, and various station call letters.

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Red Hot Bruins Face USF After 74-39 Win

UCLA built momentum with a 74-39 victory over Santa Clara and eyes a fourth straight win as they host USF. Dan Brace! corralled Kenny Sears, while Bill Russell of San Francisco led Loyola with 26 points in a 54-49 win. Willie Naulis added 16 for UCLA. The series margin reached 9-8.

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Trojans Rally To Beat Oregon State 45 43

USC built a late run to edge Oregon State 45 to 43 at Corvallis. Forward Jack Dunne scored on a field goal and a free throw with 16 minutes left as the Trojans thwarted a tight, back-and-forth game that saw 13 lead changes before halftime.

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Gapone Pal Sues Arlington Track Officials

Gapone Pal sues Arlington Park racetrack officials alleging improper asset distribution. The suit names Guzik, owner of 390 shares in Arlington Park Jockey Club, and accuses track operators of disbursing funds for salaries gratuities and expenses to unauthorized persons without work or services.

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Dons Rally Past Loyola Behind Russell’s 26 Points

The University of San Francisco men’s basketball team defeated Loyola as Bill Russell dominated the boards and led the offense with 26 points. A late surge helped the Dons secure the win before a capacity crowd at the Pro Dal Rey venue, signaling a tough following test against UCLA.

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Gavilan Arrives for U S Tour with Dance Troupe

Gavilan, the welterweight champ, flies in from Cuba on Friday to join a five week theater tour across the United States. He will perform with a troupe of singers and dancers as part of the journey.

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Uncertain Basketball Scores Across Teams and Regions

Basketball results list numerous scattered scores and team names including Wayland, East VAC, Lith, Ty, and others. Multiple games feature mixed outcomes with several regional schools and towns referenced amid a cluttered, OCR‑garbled summary of results.

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Campanella Wins $1000 Raise Amid Training Rule Clash

Dodgers criticize a new major league rule restricting spring training before March 1 and demand players stay in shape for camp in Vero Beach Florida. Roy Campanella, signed for 36000, secured a 1000 raise despite a fall in batting average from .312 to .207 and 42 homers dropping to 1. He plans to train in Arkansas to be ready, noting pay is for results, not effort.

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