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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1954
Page
8
A festive corner column blends Christmas wishful thinking with sports talk. It envisions gifts for athletes, notes hopes for future All-Americans, and references teams such as the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Rams, while touching on players, leagues, and seasonal goodwill.
New York Angel Lopez said his client Kid Gavilan would sell the contract to the highest bidder after a falling out with Chan Keed. Lopez indicated he would not transfer the deal without proper payment and claimed Gavilan sought a loan and planned to join the Cubs.
Disjointed report covers Eastern Division basketball notes with scattered team names and locations. The fragmentary text mentions Philadelphia Rochester Baton Rouge and New Orleans style references, suggesting a broad roundup and results context from a sports page.
The rise of western college basketball gains attention as University of San Francisco wins Wichita Invitational and California, Stanford, UCLA, and Oregon State post strong showings. Notables include Willie Naulls, Swede Halbrook, Bill Russell, Hob McKeen, Ron Tomsic, and USF’s Bill Russell. Harlon Hill named NFL rookie of the year after a standout Bears season.
PALO ALTO ne Fei Larsen UC quarterback who topped the nation's collegiate passers series 800 has denied reports he would sign a Canadian League professional contract next January. Larsen, practicing for his New Year's Day Shrine East West appearance, said he knows nothing about any promise or meeting in the future. The Rams show no rush to name a successor to Hamp Pool who resigned a week ago. A Ram spokesman said no one is under serious consideration yet, likely in three weeks to a month. Gene Ronzani quit as backfield coach of the Steelers. he has received no offers despite Pittsburgh reports he was under Ram consideration. Ronzani expressed interest in moving to the West Coast.
Los Angeles negotiations pursue a national weekly boxing telecast from Hollywood Legion Stadium and Olympic Auditorium. If approved, fights would air Thursdays from 6 30 to 7 30 p m Pacific on ABC affiliates beginning no earlier than January 20.
North high school defeated Harbor 20 to 2 in a semifinal round with West beating San Pedro in a separate tussle. The event featured young players from Central and East San Pedro clubs as they competed for the city junior hoops title.
Oscar Fraley surveys Ted Williams after a Cabo Blanco marlin catch as doubt lingers on a 1950s comeback. Fraley notes sports musings including Frank McGuire on Carolina State, Rose Bowl hopes, and scattered birthday mentions, painting a broad snapshot of era sports chatter.
Art Wall Latest enters the Pan American Open alongside Wally Ulrich Dick Mayes Jack Fleck and Henry Williams Jr in the $32 500 tournament at Inglewood Country Club January 6 7 9. The field also includes Livya Margrum Bob Rosburg Shelly Mayfield Gene Littler Bud Holscher Doug Ford and Al Hesseling as the rich event heads to Inglewood California.
Tulane upset Stanford to hand the Indians their first loss of the basketball season in New Orleans. Russ Lawler led Stanford with 25 points while Tulane had balanced scoring and several players hitting key baskets in a 85 71 final.
Ohio State and Southern California held pre holiday workouts as they prepare for the Rose Bowl. Coach Jess Hill and Woody Hayes praised passing and defense as Win Contratto and Ohio State’s right-handers tested signals. Lindon Crow and Orlando Ferrante expected to start for USC. Buckeyes remain 12 to 12 point favorites.
Fort Myers Florida report notes former Athletics manager Mack nie Mack hopes Kansas City Athletics win the American League pennant or finish in the first division. He plans to attend spring training in West Palm Beach on March 1 to greet players, continuing a long time custom.
Detroit Lions coach Buddy Parker said Dick Stanfel will return to the lineup for the NFL championship game in Cleveland after a five week back injury. Stanfel, a 240 pound guard, is expected to boost the running and passing game as Detroit seeks a third straight title. Parker noted the team would be at full strength and cancelled a Christmas morning workout to allow players to be with families.
Pasadene Nazarene College’s 1953-54 quintet under L.3 Youth for Christ pulled a Southland AAU upset Thursday night, defeating Kirby’s Shoes 74 to 72. The readers see scattered player names and scores, reflecting a fragmentary report of the game with limited readable details.
Arizona lineman Lapping from San Jose California received the Gridiron Club of Boston sportsmanship award after a selfless act following a Texas Tech game. The 20 year old rusher led the nation with 3359 rushing yards and 7.59 per carry, and his gesture helped quell controversy amid border conference tensions. He acknowledged the play and noted Texas Tech remains a top opponent as he pursues further success.
Pasadena reports Buckeye football fans from Columbus traveled in a 1919 Model T Ford to join the Rose Bowl crowds. Fire damaged the antique touring car after arrival. the group plans to ship the vehicle by rail and fly home. Passengers include Malcolm Riggle and his wife Mary, with Alfred and Maxine Shuman.
A column listing baseball names and rosters from 1948 era, imagining what gifts and players Old St Nick would want. Mentions Walter Johanson, Walter Jagers, Willie Mays, Sal Magne, Dusty Rhodes, Bob Feller, Bobby Shantz, Al Lopez, Alston, Roy, Hank Aaron, Eddie Stanky, Ted Williams, and Paul Richards. Speculates on trades, rosters, injuries, and season outcomes with a mix of humor and nostalgia.
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