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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1956

Page

7

Hares Win Second In A Row Over Fullerton

Poly's two mainstays Jim Hanna and Henry Wallace led a 64-53 non conference victory over Fullerton on the losers' court. Wallace had 28 rebounds and assists and 10 points, Hanna added 16. Poly also won 71-69 over Fullerton in the Cobine tourney semifinals, opening with a 12-0 run before pulling away.

Poly Jim Hanna Henry Wallace Bunny Varsity Fullerton Wallace Hannna Hares Indians Hanna Pete Long Jayvees Trallerconnay Wakace Ding Hiller Polyshi Axkinger Stathew

Bruins rout California High in non league clash 78-53

Wilson High built a second quarter lead and cruised to a 78-53 victory over California High of Whittier. Wes Young scored 15 and Phil Sharman 13 as the Bruins dominated, with four players in double figures and eight reserves scoring. California trailed 35-24 at halftime and was outscored 26-4 in the third period.

Wilson High California High Whittier Wes Young Phil Sharman Bruins Cal High Wilson Guint California Ae Bnabor Thotad Tonex Haltamore Benson Farnolne Moore Téodry Baaward

Wilson Bees Clash For Excelsior Bee Tournament Title

Wilson Bees face Excelsior in the 8 15 pm championship game of the Excelsior Bee basketball tournament after solid semifinal wins Friday. Montebello and Bellflower meet in the 5 45 pm consolation tilt while Jordan and El Rancho vie for third at 7 pm. Excelsior beat El Rancho 59 33 as Glenn Payne led with 28 points and Noble Smith controlled the boards. Stan Anderson and Jutan Saracino scored 21 and 20 for Wilson in the semifinal win over Jordan, 54 40. Frank Arundel led Jordan with 16.

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Argentine Surprised Argentine Surprised NEW YORK 2) -Eduardo

Eduardo and Louise narrate a packed Madison Square Garden boxing night where Milo Savage from Salt Lake City used a shoestring trick on Holly Mims last year and drew with Lausse after seven rounds of tactical shell defense. Savage lured Lausse into traps as he pressed forward.

Savage Salt Lake City Om Lausse Eduardo Lausse

New York Boxing Chief Faces Guild Challenge

New York boxing politics swirl as Julius Helfand, head of the New York State Athletic Commission, gains ground against the Boxing Guild of New York. Guild leaders waver after Helfand’s two key showings, while Governor McKeldin and Jim Norris weigh in on promotion and licensing battles amid plans for the Fro Bowl and other events.

New York Julius Helfand BoxingGuild New York State Athletic Commission Jim Norris International Boxing Chip Helfand Theodore McKeldin Maryland London Sporting Club Baltimore Norris Guild Iif Helland St.Nick's

Sunday Breakfast in L A Honors Duffy Daugherty Coach of Year

Duffy Daugherty of Michigan State will receive the 1955 Coach of the Year plaque at a Hollywood breakfast in Los Angeles. About 250 national coaches, celebrities, writers, and boosters are expected to attend the event with Hollywood figures present.

Bush (Duffy) Daugherty Michigan State L. A Hollywood

Unclear race results from Jolung track meet report

Fragmented OCR item lists multiple races with times and participants such as Mir Baineer Lacy and Seren Ribs, mentions various unspecified runners and place names, and includes times like 4.60 and 1:12. Details are garbled with many illegible segments.

Munir Mir Baineer Repay Lacy Tehpe Bowad Peat J ‘Thiraq Forbes WYETH Sarina Allah Gibb Atcara Garrignellio Weatrape Travis Rsbeuidhdoo Maxie Holand Sheamaker

Russell Says He Has Two Years To Grow As Player

USF star Russell says he may become a polished player in two years and hopes to reach the U S Olympic team. He compares himself to Tom Gola and notes he is content with his current performance while aiming for bigger honors.

Oscar Fraley New York Fraley Bi Russell Tom Gola Russell U. S San Francisco Ted Kluszewski Gus Russell Seton Hall Bell Wally Post Joe Nuxhall Cincinnati Cincinnati Redlegs Herm Wehmter Phillies Dayton

College basketball results mixed across a crowded card

Dozens of scores across multiple matchups show Stanford over Oregon 42 to 38, Fresno State 80 to 60, and Pomona 58 to 43. Other noted results include Nevada edging another team 31 to 70 and California’s decisive win 98 to 85 amid a long list of regional college games.

Acifig Coast Bos Stanford Oregon” S Waanington St Cautémin Pomona Cal Rely Alec Ventra Jaticon River Roreieh Callens Hates Cortanda Atta Whse Quiaha Hea North Dakota Orniak Musount Valley Ianig Navy” Pie George Sas Apn Baker Fa Dakota

Hawaii All Stars Hula Bowl Choice Blues in Honolulu

The Hawaii All Stars face a tough bowl decision after a strong showing, as Long Beach City College faltered late in Honolulu. The Hula Bowl pits pro greats like Y A Tittle and Hugh McElhenny against top college backs, with the pros slight favorites due to a full professional line. Batson scores 27 to lead Modesto JC in the JC invitational, while El Camino and Bakersfield win consolation games.

Long Beach City College Honolulu Tom Batsonv J.kalent R- Smith West Contra Costa Modesto Jcj

Westmont defeats Long Beach State on home floor in a 74 59 loss

Westmont College handed Long Beach State its third straight defeat 74 to 59 on the 49ers home court. Dan Heinrich led Westmont with 24 points while Hollis Harvey added 17 and Bob Foerster 12 as Westmont secured its first win over Long Beach on their floor. Long Beach State center John Miller missed the game with a knee injury and the 49ers never recovered after falling behind early.

Long ‘Beach State College Westmont College State Westmont JV John Miller Warriors 49Ers Dan Heinrich Westmont Long Beach Swith Hollis’ “Harvey Bob Foerster Love Hunan Whatman Ey Sforind Ye “Termah Gay Fk Carpantar Ast Oereinr G Melneich Anran Halitine Baren Sedan Baeln

Prep Basketball Scores and Tour Stop Highlights

Readable lines show team scores from a Beverly Hills tour and regional prep games. Notable entries include Campion 49, Cowes 41. LARINGS VAGUE 62, Gan Podian 23. Temple City 4, Santa Fe 35. Avalon 32, Brethren 41. Today features matchups across Philadelphia Boston New York and Rochester with several city teams listed.

Sante Vajatien Tarrance Westchester Banning Gamens TRE Teague Avalon Brethren Sond Caer League Mira Costa’ Iy Hodonta Wyndolia En Gardean San Barina Temple City Santa Fe Pada Ibager Whittier Ranenser Ec

South Carolina names Giese head football coach

COLUMBIA S C E W ar ren EK Giese offensive strategist for Maryland took over the USC football coach post on a three year contract at 12000 dollars annually. Rex Enright will remain athletic director after 17 years in both roles but says the dual responsibilities were impossible to sustain. The Gamecocks had a tough season with three wins on a nine game schedule.

Columbia, S.C Warren EK. Giese Maryland University of South Carolina Today Milwaukee Rex Enright South’ Carolina Ss Enright Eame South Carolina Weal Wofford Furman Virginia Donald Russell

Marciano Stable Fighter 2-1 Pick at Legion Tonight

New York featherweight Bell squares off tonight against Buddy Evatt of Los Angeles in a 10 round televised main event at Hollywood Legion Stadium. Bell, No. 7 featherweight contender last year, has 60 pro fights and is managed by Al Weill who also guides world heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano. Bell is a 2-1 favorite.

New York Py Bell Buddy Evatt Los Angeles Hollywood Legion Stadium Bell al Weill Rocky Marciano

Soper Raceway Notes Derby and Racing Events At Noon

Local sports calendar lists events at the Olymate Derby and Anuttarinany Weratthix track. Attendees include Byatt vs BelI, plus Horne Racing-Callente, with noon start times and a $730 prize pool.

Nena EE Auditori Ola Ork Hollywood Legion Stadiun Byatt Beli Olymate’ Anuttarinany Weratthix Kugna Y Horne Racing Callente Raneha Couto

Meyer Graham Albert Added to Football Hall of Fame

The National Football Foundation announced the election of three coaches L R Meyer Texas Christian Bob Neyland Tennessee and Tad Wieman Michigan and seven players Frankie Albert Stanford Lynn Barnard Vanderbilt Paul Christian Missouri Ottie Graham Northwest Missouri Walter Gilbert Auburn Howard Harpster back to the hall of fame honoring 1920s 1930s era figures from Carnegie Tech LSU UCLA and Rutgers among others in Brunswick New Jersey site of the hall ceremony.

Los Angeles Carnegie Tech James Leach Nanell Tinsley Louisiana State Itiana Kenny Washington UCLA Don Hat Rutgers University New Whitmire Nevy Brunswick L. R Dutch) Meyer Texas Christian Gen Robert Bob) Neyland Tennessee Elton Tad) Wieman Michigan Minnesota Frankie Albert Stanford Lynn Barnar Vanderbilt Paul Christian Joack Missouri William Dudley Virginia Ottie Graham Northwest Jern Walter Gilbert Auourm Howard Harpster Beck

City League Basketball Recap at Cree Gadrea

In a spirited City League basketball card the West S C faced Cree Gadrea with notable performances from Newton, G J Sanders, and Kalglie of Go. Substitutes included Jalrero Barrett and Knlahts of Columbus Olin, while Harbers and Grammer contributed solidly for their teams amid a crowded lineup.

West S. C Cree Gadrea Om CeOwale Newton Handers Kallmeyn Ta Taylor G. J * Sanders Jalrero—Barrett Weatside l Cony Kalglie Benhouse Geck Boulterty Matson Camera Exeb Haag Sebrinn Knlahts of Columbus Olin Harbers Grammer Herbert Bestar Harber Janealn Msrenes Gare Harey Bay Cries Walsami Gimmer Muten Merrell

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