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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1954
Page
7
In a high wind game Chapman Coliogn defeated Lang Hong State Calinge 63 to 58. Neil Peek and Jordan Viewlin led with key field goals, Prok added 20 points in the third period, Ther Vieulin sparked the final quarter as the team pulled away.
Carmel High and Cathedral met in a high school basketball semifinal with Cathedral edging St. Monica’s to reach the final. Mary Star of the Sea and Newman fought in another semi, while Serra and Notre Dame trailed in earlier rounds as the tournament advanced.
Downey high school varsity defeated Pawney High 68 to 30 as stars Downey Hry Banano and Bob Taye led with double figure scoring. The game featured a brisk start and a convincing second half, with Downey pulling away to secure a league victory and keep pace in the Coast League standings.
Centennial High School survives a 6 4 defensive duel at Ramosetti Stadium to reach the SCIF final. Apache tackle Charles McNeal returned a fumble for a early score while Glenedale looms next weekend for the title.
Hoover High charges to a 24-18 win over Santa Monica as Johnny Hangariner throws 12 completions for 130 yards and a key touchdown. He connects with Ronnie Knox for a record long pass while Santa Monica’s Ler Hossie tops passing yardage with 134. Tinavey scores 20 in the third to break the game open.
BeBucs placed second in a fast San Diego area marathon on a Mt San Antonio College course. Rene Rogers of Crossmant led the pack, with Tarey Ward of Reelands and Joh Samacio of Belflower close behind. Rogers shaved off nearly ten seconds from the previous record in a strong showing by all top finishers.
Palomar JC, known as the Navy squad coached by Lit Redgrave, meets Ming Pac varsity of Terminal Teland tonight at 73:30 in the station gear. Starting lineup includes George Claver Don Peters Swede Nelson Jin Blenchman and George Hitchens. Palomar seeks first win after a 12 loss streak and a 354 point setback.
Fragmentary athletics results and participant names from a Lakewood area station. The garbled text includes numerous personal names, scores, and affiliations, with no coherent event or outcome clearly identifiable.
In a chaotic card at Ocean Park Arena, Rinistol and Weliant wrestled to a draw while rivals Jha Rianebnd and Art Kas DVIS Deans Pyeches posted decisive wins. Other bouts featured Mike Diviase versus Warren Bask-Winkle. Jeorey Traks faced Robo Wragildal with Blears and Snyder securing wins.
Champion Determine eyes the $26,800 Golden Gate Hanshan in a muddy race effort. The Crevolin colt seeks a crown amid a field including Imbros Stranglehold Poona If Blue Trumpeter and Smart Apple. Jockeys Longden York and Shoemaker ready as mudders battle for top handicap money and year honors.
Tartars improve to 5‑0 on trip with a 72 60 victory over Southern Utah in Las Vegas. Campton Cay, Suthers and Tah, Brewer, Rebmann, Evans and Sylvester lead Tartars as Bakersfield and LA C C also post wins in a night of non conference action.
Huntington Beach built a 20 point third period to defeat Wilson High 67 to 56 on Friday night at the Oilers gym, turning a 32 31 halftime edge into a decisive run. The Bruins outscored in the final stanza but could not overcome the third quarter deficit.
Morningside doubled St. Anthony’s output in the second half to win 61 37 at Inglewood. The Saints fell to 1 2 as Morningside rallied with a 17 point burst in the third quarter to ice the victory.
Former Viking player Johnny Galland from Camp Pendleton earned a spot on the second squad of the National All Navy selections announced today. The roster features many college and service personnel with Navy coaching input from across bases and programs.
Hinds Community College leads national junior college football rankings after earning the Western bowl berth. The Warriors, state champions, received the No. 5 spot in the M-American index as the Rose Bowl bid looms this afternoon.
Seven men completed three years on the Trojan football team and received lifetime passes during the SC dinner dance honoring Ed Fouch Orlando Ferrante and Mary Goux at the Biltmore Friday night. Fouch earned the John Dye award as outstanding lineman, Ferrante won the UCLA game trophy for teamwork, and Goux received the Davis-Teschkey award for most inspirational.
A cluttered score summary lists multiple players and teams including Poly Al, Sly Drege, Jordan, and Monverty Huntinsinn. St Anthony and San Ferrin are noted with various scores. The Milwaukee Braves announce Eddie Mathews had knee surgery in Santa Barbara removing two cysts and scar tissue.
Boxing columns report scattered results from New York and Spokane with outpoints and stoppages. Investors and venues unclear, but bouts mention Paterson RN, Rabby Wood, and Francis Coutret with mixed outcomes across Manchester and England.
Listed entries include Fleet Abbey as best bet and Lail Ble as best chance with several horses named in the program. Special bets note Bankroll and Naive Ekies with various racers such as Cutter and Jrt Black.
Former international star Verl Lillywhite and five other Terinal Island players were named to the 1954 11th Naval District North Division all star team. The announcement listed George Tillebens Long Beach Ben Randall Mugen WTACKLES J B King Lane Beach Boyd Castin Point Micu guards Howard Evans Barsinw Marines Blew Grace Long Braga center Iain Miller Lane Beach backs Clarence Lofton Long Bench Lillywhite Long Bench Warren Smith Point Maciny Jim Sensoxs Barstow Marines.
Long Beach high school teams Poly and Jordan High upset San Diego prep powerhouses Friday night. Poly beat San Diego High 54 to 47 while Jordan High edged San Diego Manver 46 to 41, with Poly rallying in a strong second half to seal the win.
Klamath Falls,Oregon veteran Pac Northwest fighter Weiser 24 died of head injuries after a first round knockout by Teddy Tall of Seattle. Weiser, a Koamnett Indian, was knocked down, unconscious, and transported to hospital where he died. Referee Wally Noss and medical staff treated him for 20 minutes before transport. Weiser had previously knocked Hall down in the opening minute and led on points through six rounds before the fatal bout ended.
Jack Kramer said he was mystified by reports his Australia trip aimed to raid amateur tennis, denying definite offers to Lew Hoad and Ken Rosewall. He arrived to promote broadcasts and articles to boost amateur tennis and said no commitment to turn professional was made.
A garbled OCR style sports calendar lists basketball and wrestling items with scattered names and venues. It mentions Pepperdine Pomona and Poly Hoover, plus two college or high school events, with a Derby Gardens Stadium reference and other unclear entries. Specific teams, dates, or outcomes are unreadable in the fragment.
The field for the 18th Santa Anita Derby includes 95 nominees from US juveniles and 20 imported horses with tentative list featuring 17 US stakes winners and five English French classic winners. Calumet Farm entries lead with Trenton Camino Wandi Cep and San Bruno Stakes prospects. Eastern nominees include Ripa Pawn and Run's Babe among notable stakes winners.
The Daily News outlines Pro Bowl style selections with notable Lions and 49ers figures cited. Players such as Van Bracklin, Ards Qobustelli, and Lee ane THIN Tolingan are noted among top defensive and offensive standouts, alongside others like Harris Hil and Teak Walker.
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