Jitters Not Age Drive Graham Toward Retirement
Cleveland Browns quarterback Otto Graham, 34, says pregame jitters, not age, are pushing him toward retirement after the Dec 26 NFL championship game against the Los Angeles Rams. He will likely retire after this season, hoping to end on a high note following a stellar 1954 campaign and a 3 TD game against the Lions.
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Littler Leads Montebello Open After First Round
Defending champion Gene Littler sits near the lead after a four under par 68 in the opening round of the $5,000 Montebello Open. Teammates Tick Campbell and Harry Dee joined Littler, tying with Jimmy Clark, Bob Duden, Al Feldman, and Grant Leonard at the top pace. Boots Porterfield shot 69 to be one stroke behind, while Johnny Anselmo and Irv Cooper posted 70 and 72 respectively. The cut-off was 74.
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Harry Dee
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Bob Duden
al Feldman
Grant Leonard
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Boots Porterfield
Johnny Anselmo
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Dodgers Star Duke Snider Sells Shirts in Holiday Rush
Duke Snider, star of the 1955 World Series for the Brooklyn Dodgers, helps Slaine McCutcheon, 16, choose a shirt at a Lynwood haberdashery while postponing his avocado ranch near Fallbrook. He works two weeks each Christmas season as a men’s store salesman, a routine he has followed for five years.
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Lubanski leads in All-Star Bowling finals as final day looms
Merle Matthews and Ga Ed Lubanski of Detroit hold narrow leads in the All-Star Bowling Tournament finals. Lubanski tops the field with 6,730 pins across 32 games, while Joe Wilman and Regant contenders chase. In the women’s division Marge Merrick edges Anita Cantaline for the lead by 0.03 points.
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Marge Merrick
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Anita Canteline
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Wild spread of scores from scattered college events
A jumble of scores and team names from various colleges and states appears, listing results for California, Oregon, Florida, Ohio, and more. Notable entries include Fresno State, Diego State, Pepperdine, Cal Aggies, San Diego NTC, and others, with many numeric tallies and inconsistent spellings.
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Tmepperdine
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Fresno State
Martios
Oregon Tech
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Calise Pusblo
Campton
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Metro Varn
Omaha
Nebraska Wesleyan
Take Forest
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Western Reseree
Ceylon
Cincinnati
Sure Rtotsat
Westeen Carollon
Union
Eagers de Henry
Florida Southern
Winecastis
Fantern Kentucky
Florida State
Morningside
Savannah Strin
Clatin
Clemson
Virgin Ik
Ramcielaun Colles
Cunghita
Arkansas Sinte
Rishon
Wastington
Waal Tee
Vennecticut
Golf Notes Misses Clear First in Virginia Women’s Turkey Shoot
Ruth Drum took top low net in the Virginia Women’s Child turkey shoot. Marge Ferrie Betty Kesler and Pat Cameron each posted net 80s with bogeys. Medal results list Class A and D winners. Blind draw turkey shoot won by Bernie Flick and Irena Kooser with 64 best ball.
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Porter leads bowling standings with 72.28 score
Los Angeles manager Boris Porter places third in a noisy standings list featuring numerous names from cities including Chicago Columbus and Akron. The fragmentary article mentions Doris Porter Laverne Carter Marion Ladewhnd Sylvia Wana and other figures along with a long string of garbled team or place names.
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Los Angeles
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Chicago
Tom Proceses
Joannatye Creplake
Receted
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Doris Porter
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Bucs Beat Mohicans 66 45 In San Pedro Tilt
San Pedro High boys defeated Gardena in a Marine League matchup 66 to 45. Jud Werhas led with 18 points while Gardena’s Senier scored 19. Pirates jumped early 17-4 and held a 32-21 halftime lead as lineup details and scorers are listed from the game.
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Saints Burn Saint Anthony Five In Narrow League Win
Saint Anthony High School trailed early but tied at halftime and fell behind late as Hart High surged in the second quarter. Tim Stephens Jim Senske and Rod Dovalis sparked a 32 point effort while Cameron scored 28 for Hart shaping a 49 41 league victory at Newhall.
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Bruins Fall In Opener To Montebello Bees
Wilson highs Jim Saracino and Ron Sullivan score 20 each as Bruins drop season opener 71 to 70 on Montebello fast break. Bruins trail by 11 entering fourth, rally to within one before time expires on the Losers' Court.
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Northwestern taps Parseghian young coach to boost football
Ara Parseghian, 32, named Northwestern head coach to revive Wildcats football. Athletic director Stu Holcomb fired Lou Saban’s staff after a winless season and plans to discuss his three year contract with Parseghian, a Miami alumnus who played under Paul Brown and later coached there and at Cleveland Browns.
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Ex Uclan All Army Stars Named For Poinsettia Bowl
Ex Uclan and all Army selections announced for the Poinsettia Bowl clash in San Diego. Ft Ord halfback Paul Cameron formerly of UCLA and Ger ald Perry formerly of California and Detroit Lions noted among Army picks. Navy selections include Pensacola guard Steve E ibauer and quarterback Dick Lechard from Naval Academy.
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Final Step in Ball Bowling Explains Explosion Point
Buzz Fazio outlines the final release step for Ball Bowling. The left arm acts as the explosion point and balance anchor as the body momentum drives the delivery. Emphasis on knee bend, extended left leg, and keeping shoulders aligned for a smooth release. Next: coordinating the arm swing.
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Gala Gets Come-Uppance in Pro Basketball and Boxing Talk
A collage of boxing and basketball notes from New York outlines Patterson, d’Amato, and Moore as favorites for the heavyweight title and hints at Marciano’s shadow. It references players’ zone defense, the give and go, and a birthday roll of notable sports figures, with stance on lane size and big men.
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Tanferen Results at Tanforan Pace Meet
Race results list several events including TANFEREN at Tanforan with times around 2 40 to 7 20 and participants such as Lewis Taniguchi and Valenzuela. Scratches and non starters noted, with multiple finals and placements across distances and heats.
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San Diego CIF Champs Defeat Alhambra 26 14 For Crown
San Diego high school routs Alhambra 26 to 14 at Aztec Bowl to claim its first CIF football title since 1829. The Cavemen trailed 13 to 7 at halftime after Alhambra’s 20 second left pass, then surged with third and fourth quarter touchdowns led by Eldridge Cook and Willie West. Kickers and miscues noted but San Diego sealed victory with a six yard Cook rush in the final period.
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Wrestling Results on Wada nPwa
Wrestlers Teo Maritilldt Rocky Valentine and Mller Vlentine had a draw with Racikese JackieDanna Ritter Karl Davin Grant Toning Prince Simoart Wyontway Yerney Grea Nid Tovey Gheinyy and Ocean Pate Joan Toles Wild Rei i at a local meet with mixed outcomes.
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Rocky Valentine
Mller Vlentine
Racikese
JackieDanna Ritter
Karl Davin
Grant Toning
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Los Alamitos Race Results Summary
Race results from Los Alamitos include multiple events with drivers and times. Notable performances feature Tink Ang, Tom Neal, and other participants across 40 and 30 yard sprints, with notable times around 20.8 seconds and mentions of Storaa Fis and Master in various heats.
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Tom Neal
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Alamitos Handicap Report Hidden in OCR Fragments
Fragmentary text from a racing item references the Alamitos Handicap and individuals likely including ERNIE MASON and GRay ADVIS RAE. The readable parts mention ages, racing terms, and materials such as iron ore and wire, but specifics are incomplete. The fragment suggests a sports racing note with named persons and equipment.
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