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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1948

Page

2

Board Aims to Bid Steel Bleachers for Two High Schools

The Board of Education moved to expedite bids for 10 000 steel bleachers with 5000 at Wilson High and 5000 at Jordan High. They will use bond funds repaid next year and call bids only for seating sections. Steel bleachers should be ready by September and replace earlier concrete plans.

Board of Education Wilson High School Jordan High School Arthur A. Knoll Wison Jordin Douglas A. Newcomb Norvonx Newcomb, Knoll George M. Vermillion Rockwell Kemp Walter L. Scott Sunnyvale San Jose Santa Anita Ray Gee Myer Mivenulla Perm Binintoch Itish Quowt Babe Vuespaainno Moonlight Rub Marehing Bn-High Shieh Leathea Max Nichole Avia Mar ACW Haven Tor Diarming Pune Air Horna Jogkay Wat Nerien Atroluh Union Clong Lanen Butthn Kamaipore Miller Felereon Onatel Witado Ila Aix Turmega Allowanena Oras Aditi Mu Ati Eorking AL Wikk Laat Mobhalr Pedorson Rai Arollis Wentrope Jan Lad A. i Seoma Royrorner Chindherg Jouhoy Edugator Aronto VaBuy Diagaintablina Cortérao Marly Clecy Ceslernum Navan Ordipary Permans Jimperaties ii Jovkey Odda Wufelty Neyo Vo Ato Hperd SIATH Turton Biman Wweri BO. P Marly Sornn Jock Dan Lotmenow Ricer Dorren Ata Campa Sparklu Chitiakta Cinapersan Keven Happy Fanun neBon Bray Charimney Santer Eluyming Pyraé Dockey Mon Absolute N Joven Spat Bay Laguna B Alma Robariyon Na Videry Litzenberg Voleka Butler Permane

Garcia Battles Montes Tonight at Olympic Auditorium

In Los Angeles on January 13 Garcia faces Montes in a featured lightweight bout at Olympic Auditorium. Both undefeated in the city, they bring quick knockout power and solid records, Montes likely near even money at ring time.

Los Angeles Gudidly Te Vexng Medical Studen Papin Montes Mexico City Olympic Auditorium Montes

Coast Association opens season with monthly golf tournaments

The Orange County Coast Association starts its 1948 season with a Wednesday opening at Recreation Park under Burr Brown. The club, often 40 players strong from Los Angeles to Orange counties, will host monthly handicap matches with dinners at the Glider Inn Seal Beach and Lakewood meetings to honor yearly leaders and discuss club business.

Olfers Orange County Coast Association Recreation Park Burr Brown Santa Ana Long Beach Orange County Los Angeles County Jane Ye Seay Motel Glider Inn Seal Beach Lakewood Country Chule Press Telegram Association George Lake

Gardnar Mulloy Tops Net Draw in Florida Tournament

Gardnar Mulloy of Miami, ranked third amateur in the United States, led the field at the Florida West Coast Tennis Tournament in St. Petersburg. Richard Gonzales of California, who upset Mulloy in the Sugar Bowl and won the Dixie Tourney, was listed as a top contender along with Garner Larned of Chicago and Buddy Behrens of Fort Lauderdale.

ST. Petersburg Fila Gardnar Mulloy Miami United States Richard Gonzales Young New Orleans Tampa Garner Larned Chicago Buddy Behrens Fort, Lauderdale

Fighters Meet for Crack at Lesnevich

Edgard Charles and Archie Moore top light heavyweight contenders fight in Cleveland in a 15 round bout at the arena tonight. The victor earns a chance at Gus Lesnevich’s crown next summer.

Cleveland Edgard Charles Archie Moore Arena Crick Gus Lesnevich

Bittners Nip Ellis in Exhibition Tilt 62 to 46

Don Barba Dale and a strong Oakland lineup powered a second half scoring burst to defeat Long Beach Elks 62 46 in St Anthony's gym in front of over 1500 fans. Bob Matthews Burke and Taulbee sparked the run while Pat Ahern's defense battled height and flair from Williams Burke and Matthews. Poly High lost 33 44 to Compton in the prelim with Jerome Walters scoring four late points to seal it.

Don Barbadale Oakland Bittners Long Beach Elks Bittner Enda‘gered Pee Tee Tom, Anberry Billie’ Burke Warrin Taulbee Oakland Sordes Quanters Bob Matthews Jack Abel Barnsdale Pat Ahern Don Williame Burke Matthews Poly High Compton High Tarbabes A. Southern Maryland Hutty Aultuma Compton Poly Craig Babuate Chandler Hatineeoras Billimrai Lang Waiuh Hooringaube Bithnar—Matuiewas Burke A Williama Long Reach Ateyoi Brown A. Ee

Stars Mail 36 Contracts and Player Movements

Hollywood Stars announce 36 contracts offered including holdovers recalled from other leagues and several newcomers. Pitcher Vernon Kennedy of San Diego and infielder Gene pair from Philadelphia Athletic highlight new arrivals, with Tony Luplen and Oscar Refchow hinting at further major league deals. Bud Sheely sale to Spokane was announced as part of roster changes.

Ettee Hollywood Gan Dia Hollywood Stars Jimmy Dykes Vernon Kennedy San Diego Gene Pair Philadelphia Athletic Galvin Felix Sas Vegas Stars Chicago White Sox Tony Luplen Oscar Refchow Fother Hollis Bud)Sheely Spokane

Vandals Upset Beavers 47-43 In Moscow

The Idaho Vandals edged Oregon State 47 to 43 in Moscow. Idaho center Jack Phoenix scored 17 points to lead the victors, while Torrey Tarred tallied 13 for the Beavers and hit the tying basket with 90 seconds left.

Moscow Idaho University of Idaho Oregon State Jack Phoenix Foot Pinton Brimball Rod Phoenix Torrey Beavers

Giants sign All-America end from Columbia

New York Giants sign All-America end Bill Shack, from Columbia, after a standout season. The deal is for four years with an undisclosed amount.

New -York Bill Al-Aserica Columbia New-York Pro Football Giants

P. G. A faces clash over Los Angeles Open treatment

The Los Angeles Open under Riviera has sparked dispute as P G A officials claim the Los Angeles Junior Chamber of Commerce favors self interests. Chicago and California figures report unequal pro treatment and a push to move dates to Long Beach while maintaining Open under local control.

Wespite Los Angeles Riviera Country Club Junior Chamber of Commerce of National Long Beach Chicago Tateas Chandler The Times the Times Junior Chamber George Lake Southern California Bahy Bob Fahy Pahy P.G. A Lake B. G. A. Hut PB. G. A Riviera Preas‘Telegram Nike Nop Sakivtori Richmond Phoenix

Muhlenberg passer signs with 49ers for 1943 season

Allentown. Muhlenberg College forward passer from Parkersburg West Virginia Harole Bil Dell signed with the San Francisco 49ers of the All America Football Conference for the 1943 season. He had been noted for high completion rates in two years.

Allentown Harole Dell. Muhlenberg College Parkersburg W. Va San Francisco 49Ers

College Basketball Scores Across Teams and Regions

A garbled recap lists numerous college basketball results including Detroit, Georgetown, Northwestern, Michigan, Texas Christian, and Beaverton among others. Scores show mixed outcomes with several teams posting wins such as Detroit 43 and Northwestern 51 while others trail.

Pringeton AM Barmouth Fordham Prats Taanga Wontmlnetne Juniata Dugunhay Brancis Georgetown George Waanington Becker Colle Hirahyoh Detroit Town Texen Texan

San Fernando Valley Golf Club Ends Private Fee Ban

The San Fernando Valley Golf club will switch from a private membership fee ban to open access on February 1. Owner Jack Yates and Bob Findley announced the change, with Scotty Hamilton as the pro and manager.

Woodland Hills San Fernando Valley Golf Club Jack Yates Findley Scotty Hamilton

Holdouts Rare in Majors Holdouts Rare in Majors

Major league clubs signed players to contracts with few holdouts. Notable deals included Phil Rizzuto with the New York Yankees and Bobby Doerr with the Boston Red Sox. Ed Klieman and Bob Kuzava joined the Cleveland Indians, while Cincinnati Reds added Baumholtz Corbitt GreMillion and Wehmeir.

New York U.P Phil Rizzuto New York Yankees Bobby Doer Boston Red Sox Rizzuto Doerr Astone Boston Wally Moaes George Strickland Cleveland Indians Rankie Baumholtz Jaude Corbitt James Gremillion Herman Wehmeir Gaumhaltz

Bobby Riggs Beats Kramer For Fifth Time In Series

Boston January 13 08 Bobby Riggs the professional tennis champion extended his series lead by defeating amateur Jack Kramer 7 5 6 3 before a crowd of 8229. The win marked Riggs fifth straight victory in their trans continental schedule.

Boston Bobby Riggs Jack Kramer Riggs Kramer

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