Vanderbilt blasts Santa Anita at writers luncheon
Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, repared as president of the Thoroughbred Racing Associations, used a Southern California Football Writers Association event to criticize Santa Anita. He faulted the track for hard racing surfaces and lenient stewards, urged tougher penalties and broader suspensions, and noted better patron facilities at Santa Anita and Hollywood Park. The room included Ted Atkinson and other racing figures, with one positive note for Al Wesson of Hollywood Park.
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Next Move
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New York
Belmont Park
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Feller Seeks to Prove Still Useful for Indians
Cleveland fans urged not to write off Bob Feller as he spoke at a city banquet. The Hall of Fame pitcher, honored as 1951 man of the year, outlined goals including a fourth no hitter, 200 wins, and helping the Indians win another pennant while remaining with Cleveland past his pitching days. Tribe president Ellis Ryan suggested a future role in front office if ownership allows.
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Trotters Fall to Seattle in Upset Thriller
San Francisco January 22 Johnny O'Brien led Seattle University to a 54 to ? upset of the Harlem Globetrotters in the Northwest game. The Globetrotters failed to display their usual tricks as O'Brien scored 25 in the first half and 18 in the second. The event raised $10,000 for amateur athletes in the Helsinki Olympics. In another Northwest game Washington State defeated Oregon State 56 10 44, boosting WSC to fourth place with three wins in seven starts while Oregon State sits last in the Northern Division with one win seven losses.
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White Sox Invite Minors Participation
Chicago January 2. A list of minor league farm players invited to the White Sox spring practice opening February 20 at El Centro California announced by general manager Frank Lane. Invited are catcher J W Porter infielder De Lang and pitchers Gus Keriazakes from Memphis Gene Collins from Colorado Springs Ray Preston Larry Richardson and Charles Rabung from Waterico Ia.
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Yankees Face Slow Contract Signing For 1952 Season
New York Yankees general manager George Weiss expects slow contract signings after a championship year. Joe Collins became the third Yankee to sign for about 13000 dollars, with others like Johnny Mize and Ed Lopat already on board. Competition for first base includes Collins, Johnny Mize, Don Bollweg, Fenton Mole and others as the team adjusts after DiMaggio’s retirement and Henrich’s release.
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Johnny Elopp
Don Bollweg
Fenton Mole
Kal Segrist
Bob Cerv
Hank Workman
Wilson Five Favored Over Poly Tonight
Wilson High hosts Poly High in a Coast League Class B game with Wilson holding 11-3 to Poly's 10-something. Poly missing Bob Blake due to a sprained ankle weakens its offense, while Wilson leans on Tyler and Sutherland to press for a rebound edge. The outcome could decide the league crown after prior clashes and a recent Poly win over Compton.
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Joe Miller
James Smith
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Tyler
Tom Sutherland
Dick Raines
Seldon Beebe
Whittier
Dayle Edson
Stell
Chuck Telly
Ex Yankee Grateful Sundra Receives Support in Bed
Atlantic City N J Jan 22 Former New York Yankee pitcher Steve Sundra now bedrid and ill has seen visitors letters and small donations reach him. Mrs F G Parker his landlady says Sundra thanks all who wrote but cannot respond personally due to his condition. Sundra pitched for the Yankees from 1936 through 1941 and has lost weight significantly since being ill.
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Press Hall of Fame Started Honors Pre1900 Journalists
The Helms Athletic Foundation announced plans to create a press hall of fame for leading sports journalists. Fourteen writers who led the field before 1900 were named to the board, with future elections covering 1900–1919 and 1920 onward. Names include George Ade Oliver Perry Caylor Henry Chadwick and others. The hall trophy will be in Helms Hall and portraits posted in the press club.
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Helms Athletic Foundation
George Ade
Oliver Perry Caylor
Henry Chadwick
Michael J. Kelly
Hugh ©. Keough
Louis Meacham
William N. Naughton
A. B
Rankin
William Rankin
David L. Reid
Alfred H. Spink
William MacDonald Spink
Caspar Whitney
Alfred H. Wright
Helms Hall
Tar Heels Switch to T Formation in 1952 plan
CHAPEL HILL North Carolina January 22 Coach Carl Snavely announced North Carolina would switch from the single wing to the T formation to improve the 1952 season. The Tar Heels finished the prior year with two wins and eight losses in football.
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North Carolina
Carl Snavely
Legion Fetes Ball Players at Veterans Hall Baseball Night
Former major leaguer Larry French will be the featured speaker as the American Legion hosts Baseball Night in Veterans Memorial Hall. Bridges and Cole receive special major league citations for debuting last season. Awards honor high school and junior college captains. films and a kids quiz follow the program.
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Rocky) Bridges
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Clive Luckenbil
Wilson
Derry Jeghum
Poly
Jim Hanser
Don Schlosser
Jordan
Joe Amaltitano
St. Anthony
Lockman Signs Giant Contract
Whitey Lockman, who moved from outfield to first base helping the Giants clinch the pennant, has signed his 1952 contract for about $22,000. The Giants announced 11 players have signed to date. He declined to reveal the exact amount, suggesting a likely raise of about $5,000.
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Ps Whitey Lockman
Giants
Panther Cagers Invade Excelsior in Coast League Tilt
Excelsior hosts Panther cagers as both teams seek improvement in Coast League play. Pilots feature Andy Boersma Wilbur Phillips at forward with Van Dykes at center and Holder Cox at guard. Jordan foes include Neil Peek Ken Landhart Gerry Routt Jerry Drennen and Ron Goodrich. Despite parity, recent scores show both underdogs. Excelsior beat Compton and Whittier in preleague skirmishes while Jordan lost to Wilson and Norwalk. Odds favor the home five as league rivals clash tonight.
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Excelsior
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Wilbur Phillins
Carty van Dykes
Bob Holder
Bill Cox
Jordan
Russ Puck Bid Denied by Federation Exec Committee
Zurich June 22 7 Rutsslay will not be represented in Olympic ice hockey. The Soviet Union bid for membership in the International Ice Hockey Federation was denied by the executive committee. Dr Fritz Kraatz THF president said Russia’s application arrived too late for Oslo Congress consideration next month.
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Ferrier Leads After Low First Round At Thunderbird Pro Am
Jim Ferrier shot an eight under 64 in Palm Springs to lead the Thunderbird Club Pro Am after the first round of the 36 hole event. He chairmarked nine birdies and tied the course record while Skee Riegel, Cary Middlecoff, and Johnny Palmer posted solid 66s and 67s for the early standings.
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Memphis
Johnny Palmer
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Liroyd Mangrum
Los Angeles
Dutch Harrison
St. Charles, II
Pete Flemling
Little Rock
Tedi
Branch Rickey Wins 1952 Sholom Sports Award
The ceremony in Delphia Pennsylvania recognized Branch Rickey for outstanding contribution to sports. Sholom awardees included Rickey executives and partners, with notable support from Glen E. Thomas and others noted for democracy and fair play.
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Longfield
Beach
Joe Gilpin
Addison
Democracy Horton
Lemon Near Agreement on 1952 Indians Contract
Bob Lemon of the Cleveland Indians, 31, says he and the front office aren’t far apart on a 1952 deal. He has the current contract, plans to return it, and expects a phone call within days to finalize terms. Lemon reflects on past seasons and World Series work with the Tribe.
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Unbeaten Illinois Tops Cage Roost
Illinois leads the AP poll with an 11-0 mark after a 73-66 win over Indiana. Kansas, with 13-0, edged Nebraska 69-66. Kentucky remains third, Iowa slips to fourth after a 69-81 loss to Indiana. Kansas State and others also listed in top 10.
Illini Rated No 1 by UP Coaches Board
Illinois remains the nation's top college basketball team for the sixth straight week with 21 first place votes and 334 points. They defeated Indiana 78 66 last Monday and prepare to face De Paul at Chicago Stadium next Saturday night, widening their lead over Kansas.
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Loyola Coaches and Players Seek New Posts
Loyola University football coaches led by Heat Coach Jordan Olivar and assistants plan contract terminations after the program was abandoned by officials. Players secure transcripts to transfer with freshmen and seniors eyeing moves to UCLA Mississippi Southern Santa Clara North Carolina Fordham Temple and more.
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Marty Acquarelli
John McKenna
Jerry Neri
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John Smith
UCLA
Dick Sutik
Frank Tarantino
Dick Cirillo
Edward Lehman
Joe Komada
Mississippi Southern
Jack Cheatham
Santa Clara
Carmen Amelio
North Carolina
Joe Emila
Merchant Marine Academy
Pat Sessa
Fordham
Bill McKernan
Temple
Allen Sounds Prep Warning on High School Games
Topeka Kan January 22 College athletics scandals threaten high school sports says Dr For rest C Phog Allen University of Kamisas basketball coach He warns readers that town bettors and fixers undermine the integrity of youth athletics and may corrupt local high school competition in a national magazine interview.
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Forrest C
Phog) Allen
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Allen
Household Jiagazine
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Fights Last Night Highlights Mixed Boxing Cards
An unclear report mentions fighters in New York and Chicago with scattered scores and names like Jimmy, Sherman, and Burysmith. The text is fragmented with attributions to Detroit and Los Angeles and references a bout outcome with outpoints and distances.
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