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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1954

Page

10

Poly Wilson Quintets Favored to Clinch Coast League Clash

Poly and Wilson High School hoopsters head into Coast League night with aiming for wins as the schedule narrows to a Tuesday showdown. Wilson seeks a 15th straight win at Compton while Poly hosts Downey in a key test. Bee prelims at 6:30 precede varsity games. decathlon results cap the day, with Bill Bartholomew boosting Wilson totals to 3590 after strong earlier events.

Bugaboo Poly Wilson Compton Downey Bee Jordan Joe Alhambra Excelsior Lynwood Bill Bartholomew Bartholomew Ron Davis Jack McFadden Chel Dener Don Davis Bsi Jim Enawelier Frank Covell Davis Meads Bob Jackson Deener Dee Fred Sharpe Trallis Thay San Don Butterfield Lee Boseny Chusk Bostlin Peters Stanford Bolder Edelworth Butterfield Aalgadets Sharpe Neo San Jose Boson Sults NaOeyaré Dashi Mario DeVruyne Ad Farre Sitehen Ei DeVruyne Yogh Surapr Mitchell Bill Kirkham Teaders — DeVruyne Ide Peterson Ato Grenn

Bullfight Season Debut at Tijuana Arena Sunday

TIJUANA Mex. The Tijuana Arena announced its first bullfight of the season Sunday under sponsor Mrs. Cortines. Spain's top matador Antonote and Jesus Cordoba of Winfield Kansas will face three San Mateo Ranch bulls. Also covered are local sports notes on college basketball, CIF rankings, and upcoming league openers with mentions of Wilson, George Fischer, the Bruin Bees, Alhambra, Excelsior, and Lynwood teams.

Tijuana Mex Ihe Tijuana Arena Cortines Antonio Chanel Antonote Spain Jesus Cordoba Winfield Kaw San Mateo Ranch Mlson Jack Kirkpatrick James Smith Kent Holliday Wilson Compton George Fisher Bruin Tarbabes George Wagner Ron Linford Partch Jack Quinn Ren Redfern iBruin Bees Jordan Alhambra Moors Tom Batson Panther Ron Fairly Rex Simon Bob Thetford Jim Cain Batson Excelsior Lynwood Knights Pilots

Bonus Baby Signs With Giants After Polo Grounds Bet

Joe Amalfitano, a St. Anthony's High School graduate from San Pedro, burst in with the news that the left field fence at the Polo Grounds is only 292 feet. He had just signed with the New York Giants as the 12th bonus baby, sparking weeklong calls of congratulations and reporter inquiries.

Joe Amalfitano St. Anthony’s San Pedro Polo Grounds New York Giants St. Anthony's High School Press-Telegram Phoenix Ariz

Amalfitano joins Giants as two year residence begins

Giants secure Amalfitano on a two year reserve with spring training to start in Phoenix. The Loyola standout, who hit .895 last season, signed a deal with a bonus rumored over 3000. He credits a rival coach for shaping his bat, and will room with Johnny Antonelli as he battles for a starting outfield spot following Bobby Thomson trade.

Joe Giants I Giants Phoenix Ariz Amallrita Lil Amalfitano Loyola Wilson-St. Anthony Cliff Meyer Ead Wilson Johnny Antonelli Antonelli Milwaukee Bobby Thomson Thomson

Pilot killed in F-84 crash at Luke AFB Arizona

Lt. John G. Towner 93 a former Iowa football player was killed in an F-84 crash at Luke Air Force Base Arizona Thursday The incident follows a day of high school athletics as Jordan High School tennis team crushed Bellflower 9-0 with singles and doubles results listed for St John Barrett Miller Davin Debsard Benson and FeO in a partial recap of the match

Jordan High School Panther Netters Bellflower Jordan Buc Bees St. John Barrett J. Benson Chattin Miller Davin Debsard

Merry-Co-Round Letters Show Widespread Skepticism

Readers weigh in on wrestling stars and nobility claims. Letters from New York and Los Angeles question Lord Carlton and Lord Blears, compare Aragon and Gavilan, and discuss Don Doll and Jim Sears. Local voices challenge fake titles and praise raw talent in pro wrestling and football.

Jim England

Vikings Journey to Valley to Secure Conference Lead

Long Beach City College basketball seeks top position in the Metropolitan Conference as outcomes shift standings. Valley Camino at Santa Monica and Bakersfield rise in the race after key upsets, with Los Angeles Valley JC clinging to a narrow lead.

Vikings Long Beach City College Wright

Sagging Saints at Loyola Tonight Catholic League showdown on tap

St. Anthony High School’s floundering Saints travel to Loyola High for a Catholic League game. A 7 o’clock double header opens the card as Loyola seeks a tie for the loop crown. Valley’s Vikings aim to clinch at least a share of the title with Wright back in the lineup after an injury.

St. Anthony High Loyola High Loyola Saints Vikings Valley Bakersfield Long Beach Bill Wright

Young Victor leads city billiards win over Lindsey

Bob Young sparked a high run to push his team to a 50-43 victory over Don Lindsey in a city billiards tournament at the American Paramount parlor. The match, played Thursday night, featured Young's key cue work and a close scoreline.

Bob Young Don Lindsey American Paramount

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