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Newspaper

Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1954

Page

6

Poly High football coach foresees strong 1950s team

Ty Rossi, Poly High coach, discusses prospects for the coming season. He names players like Mike Bodie and Tom Blackstock, notes coaching shifts and the challenge of keeping athletes from working to help families, stressing the value of high school football experiences and potential for a competitive Coast League squad.

Ty Cal Rossi Poly High Ld Aep Yew Pols F High Inelunun Cms Juen UCLA Lexptet Poly Sam Dimas Mike Bodie Tom Blackstock Kazuo Fujii Tom Mabry John Calloway Jim Tenanan Jack Varsity Thers Bill Dus Berodies Lanny Sump Terry Clambers Mery Wallaee John O'Dea Tavan Southern California

Reds surge to third with 11 one run decisions this season

Cincinnati Reds sweep a doubleheader over Philadelphia and win seven of their last nine one run decisions, widening gap to the Dodgers. Terry Moore debut as manager of the Phillies yields a four game losing streak. Reds climb within seven of Brooklyn as White Sox struggle and Cubs falter. Bell drives in runs in both wins while Conley earns his eighth win.

Birdie Tebbetts Reds Cincinnati Philadelphia Phillies Terry Moore Sider Steve O'Neill Moore Dodgers Milwaukee New York S& Louis Cardinals Cleveland Indians New York Philadd Hlphia Atletics Yankees Baltimore Orioles Chicago Ses Boston Silvey Detroit Cubs Pittsburgh Rush Gita Bell Conley Hardcutt Brooklyn Tey Noven Whitey Ford Lan Baltimore Tse Coles Mall J-L Rus Dear Stone Sandy Consue FE Wala

Can Terry Save Phils in Manager Comeback?

New York AP reports on Terry Moore taking over as Philadelphia Phillies manager, facing a tough rebuild after past mixed results. The piece weighs his potential to spark a lineup led by Willie Mays and Duke Snider, with focus on fielding, glove tricks, and social pressure from team executives.

New York Terry Moore Philadelphia Phillies Cardinal Guy Moovel Nils Willie Mays Duke Snider Iis Terry Cardinal Stec Averaz Leaner Roy Mamey Tacantsehen Moore Agalo Andygre Wis Gene Bakers Bob Taloot Tolbrolke Cubs Pivales

Penguins Top Calendar 3 Championship Events Highlight Weekend

A busy yachting weekend features three top championship events with 140 boats across 19 classes competing in district IV and California meets. Stars include Ed Furusato, Sherry Hossam, and former national champions, racing from Newport Bay to Alamitos Bay with Voyagers Yacht Club as host and Wilbur Sargent directing.

Pacific Goast ABYC Voyagers Exley Supsja Dana Brow Club Champ Sherry Hossam Intriille Bay Ocean Newport-Balbos Wilburs California Sargent Ed Fursalle Los Angeles Outer Harbor Alamitos Bay Mission Bay Art Glaster Rational Vice Press Cabrilla Mercury Denny Shute Singhy S Association Mission Bounce Route Harter Pine Douche Amaig Chasier Deoama Ae Luel

Noren Helps Yankees With Hot Bat and Versatility

Irv Noren, praised as the “best fourth outfielder,” leads the American League with a .350 average while playing all three outfield spots. Manager Casey Stengel notes his defensive flexibility and says Noren “has made the team” as he thrives behind Mickey Mantle, Hank Bauer, and Gene Woodling despite the praise for giants and Dodgers stars.

New York Yankee Irv Noren Noren Casey Stengel Stengel Amiable Ivy Baltimore Orioles Wses Mickey Mantle Gene Woodling Hank. Bauer

B s Buzz at Haas Open Leads By Two Strokes

Freddy Haas Jr. and a field of pros contended in the $25,000 Caylings Open Colt Tournament as Haas fired a 33 46 69 after a first round 87 to take a two stroke midway lead. Teammates and rivals including Bolts Burke Barber Fazia Tarbert were within reach.

City College Grid Star McDougall Set for UCLA Move

City College grid standout McDougall, an 208 pound junior, boosted team success with 219 passing yards and four touchdowns in a Santa Monica CC game. He heads toward UCLA enrollment in September, boasting a near 40-yard average per punt and heightened Shrine-Hi prep pedigree.

Fong Bean City College Gerry Wvedougall UCLA McDougall Holderer Yeer Santa Monica CC Mac McDougell Al-Scie White Poly High

Alston Finish Seen as Brooks Fade in Brooklyn Dodgers Scope

The Brooklyn Dodgers face managerial uncertainty as Alston’s future is questioned amid speculation he may not finish the year. Peewee Reese, once approached for the role, remains a spark for the club though he is concentrating on play. Also noted are boxing oddities, boxing titles, and golf and horse racing mentions reflecting a busy sports section.

Ull Johnson Syn Jersey Doo Walcott Harold Phil Kayner Dersey Jae St. Bays Sam Snead Ogen Ed Furgol Meaup T.R.P.B Coast To Coast Gracie Posey Paris Heart of Gold Little Pinesppie Whitey Big John Honest John Barry

North State Lass Wins Southern California Title

Barbara Dawson, 28, of Piedmont, captured the Southern California Women's Championship crown after already holding the Northern California title. She defeated Allene Weismuller of Lakeside, six and five, in a decisive match and may have to compete out of state for future events. The report notes her easy victory and rising status in regional women’s golf. The item also mentions the Hollywood Stars acquiring catcher Jim Mangan from the Pirates and trading Hob Bundy to Hutchinson.

Los Angeles Otine Barbara Dawson Southern California Stars Mangan Hollywood Wpi Hollywood Stars Jim Mangan Pittsburgh Pirates Hob Bundy Hutchinson Gan

Sports Calendar Mis read by OCR shows scattered items

The docket lists racing and venue notes with fragmented names and places such as Suffthall L Bo Sites and City Bie Nooing Bond Studiam. It mentions Aren Roller Dex Wreaftnz Vi Ba and Rexates Mazina in unclear context.

Sufthall L. Bo Hanae Misias Sean Saloot Bond Studiam A. Aringty Culecle Forte Prinelacc Somns

Twink's Ace After No.16 Hollywood Star Clinches Mound Win

Lino Donoso, Hollywood ace, aimed for his 16th PCL victory as the Twinks faced Oakland in the Northern Pacific clash. He joined midseason yet would become the first PCL starter to reach 20 wins, while Hollywood held a three game lead over San Diego. In other results, San Francisco crushed Los Angeles 10-2 behind Frank Hiller’s five-hitter, and Seattle fell to Sacramento in extras as Kenny Munephrey drove in the deciding run.

Lino Donoso Twinks Oakland Donoso Etonin Bobby Lragan Frankel- Iehsr Filmtown Club Hollywood Acorns Star San Sieg Curhit Oakand George Bumberger Roger Bowman Jim Walsh Bill Upton J . AL Lyons Coblause San Francisco San Diego Poruland Port Lund Toons Bol Bermigan Beavers Soo Mike Syndteck Pune Sanncisco Los Angeles Frank Hiller Ila Max West Vic Marasco Seals Angel Jim Westlake Ted Beard Sacramento Seattle Nenny Fernahbder

Hawks Face Ex-Mate In Park Ave Showdown

North valley sports page reports a featured event at Park Ave Field with Hanford leading the San Joaquin Valley. Ex-Mate Joe Rodgers headlines a card as Leevers Wildcats meet Belmont Shore Yankees and Hanford’s 23-2 season record looms over rival teams. Ted Carisgaard returns for Rodgers’ mound duel. Marv Garner to back Hanford behind the plate.

Joe Rodgers Park Ave Hanford Ard Leevers’ Wildcats Belmont Shore Yankees Rodgers Ted Carisgaard Haney Cariseasrd Nitehawk Marv Garner

Sports on Radio and TV Highlights Eyewear Matches

In EMV action Jaca faces Angelis in a dramatic extra time draw while Sl Francho battles Ponynark Bonet and Rolhanaris. Other items include baseball by 62310 Wins, BYE timing for Suen, and Stagliners versus HT in Nat finals on NTTV with multiple regional broadcasts.

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Friday's Fights Brightly Shrouded in Mystery

A scrambled fragment hints at upcoming Friday bouts with unnamed fighters and coded references. The text lacks clear names, places, or outcomes, making specific details unavailable.

PCL Boxes Stars 4 Oaks 3: chaotic recap of box scores

A jumbled OCR page reports PCL Boxes Stars defeated the Oaks 4 to 3 with scattered names and numbers, including team mentions like Warlair and Anger, plus stray references to players and venues. The legible fragments hint at a late inning rally and multiple box score figures, but details remain unclear.

Padres Power Past Ports In Busy Exhibition

In a tense baseball scrimmage, Padres defeated Ports 6 to 4. Notable performances included Peters and Sinton driving in runs, while Bergan and Lyons contributed key hits. Pitching mixed, with several relievers seeing action as teams shuffled lineups. Local observers note the game showcased emerging talent and potential bullpen depth ahead of the season.

Golfer 16 Ties Nelson Record Wins State Junior Tee Title

Sacramento based golfer Allen Geiberger18 from Santa Barbara tied the Nelson course record in the state junior chamber tee title, posting an 85 at Haggin Oaks for a new amateur mark. He will head Californians to Albuquerque for the 3rd annual U S Jaycee International Junior Golf Tournament starting August 16.

Nelson Sacramento UPI Allen Gieberger Santa Barbara Atauquerque Geiberger Haggin Oaks Course Wis Byron Nelson

TV Umpire Gil Stratton Faces Swinging Jibes in Hollywood

Gil Stratton, known as junior Jackson on That's Life, juggles acting radio and umpiring in the Pacific Coast League. He endures ribbing from peers and rivals while narrating a life in show business plus a steady 180 game umpiring schedule.

Hollywood Mr. Stratlton Gil Stratton Jr Gil Stratton Junior Jackson Eddie Jarrin' Jack Jackson) Mayehoff Dresses Site 2 College Chuck Dressen Bill Sweenay Bobby Brugah Letty O'Doul

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