Mathias Emerges as Stanford Fullback in 1940s Gridiron
Bob Mathias, Stanford’s 20 year old junior, has seized the No. 1 fullback spot after overcoming a three year layoff and early injuries. He scored two TDs in Stanford’s 21 7 win over UCLA and added two more in the 21 14 victory over Santa Clara. He fueled key drives against Washington and is viewed as a major factor in Stanford’s offense.
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Young Paces NFL Returns Star Buddy Young Powers Kickoffs
Philadelphia dispatch notes New York Yanks speedy halfback Buddy Young dominating NFL punt and kickoff returns. He tops kickoff and punt return averages, with a 90 yard kickoff return last Sunday boosting his season marks to 37.4 yards per kickoff and 9 4.7 yards per punt. Leading players in rushing passing and receiving are cited among Giants Rams Browns and Cardinals.
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Allen Flies Home to Battle France's Skena
Former world lightweight champion Terry Allen of England left Los Angeles headed home to box Luis Skena of France for the European 112 pound crown. Allen failed to regain his world title in a rematch with Dado Marino last week.
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Sunday Contest At Recreation Park Featured Rockets
The Long Beach Rockets face a yet unnamed Triple A league rival Sunday at Recreation Park. Eddie Green is likely to pitch for Long Beach with Al Zigelman catching behind the plate.
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Bena Winner of Vike Honor at City College
Rugged linebacker Bena earned City College Vik ing of the Week for standout defense against El Camino JC last week. He’ll receive a golden helmet medallion from Norm Meager’s Store for Men as the Vikings prep for a Metropolitan Conference opener at Veterans Memorial Stadium with George Timberlake nearing return and Seatback Benny Aoki fully recovered from a heel injury. Harbor Seahawks aim for a fourth straight win after a string of recent victories.
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Troy Hopes to Stop Bill McColl
Los Angeles Nov 7 The Southern California Trojans worked behind closed doors to devise new maneuvers for the Stanford Indians in a crucial conference game. Coach Jess Hill aimed to shut down the Indian passing duo Gary Kerkorian and end Bill McColl, focusing on breaking their aerial attack.
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Jockeys Protest Snow Cripples Chicago Racing
In Chicago at Sportsman's Park a snowstorm led to the program cancellation after the second race. Forty jockeys protested slick conditions while about 2300 patrons attended. Officials canceled today’s card as only seven riders chose to continue.
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Jordan Grids Drill for Hoover Contest
Jordan High faces San Diego Hoover in a key Friday football tilt as Bob Parke’s Panthers seek a sixth win. Blocking drills, swift backs, and a heavy scrimmage highlight practice with new plays and star end Darryll Rogers, who has 28 receptions for over 500 yards this season. The team aims to rebound from last year’s loss to Coronado while climbing in Coast League play.
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Robinson's Nine Tops Metkovich's All-Stars in San Diego
Robinson's Nine defeated Metkovich's All-Stars 9 to 3 in an exhibition in San Diego. Barney Serrell hit a homer, triple and two singles while Robinson belted a triple amid a seven run seventh inning uprising. Brewers, Summers, Olsen, Salveson and Paeple contributed on the mound and at bat.
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Lemon Nine Royals to face All Stars at Wrigley Field
Brooklyn’s Jackie Robinson anchors a lineup with Larry Doby and Luke Easter from Cleveland as Kansas City Negro Royals meet Bob Lemon’s Al Stars at Wrigley Field Los Angeles. Time is 8 15 p m with Tom Morgan of the Yankees to start for the Lemon team and Theolic Smith for Robinson. Local All Stars include Rocky Bridges Dick Cole Fred Strobel and Jack Galveson.
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Rocca and Guzman Set for Main Event at Municipal Auditorium
The Argentine Rocca headlines tomorrow night’s show meeting Mexico’s Carlos Guzman in the top bout. Rocca holds major box office records and is renowned for aerial stunts, while Guzman is a fast dropkicker but less driven. Wild Red Berry faces Don Arnold in the semi, with other bouts including Moody, Pazan, Kwarani, and Thompson in supporting matches.
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Brubabes to Oppose Aviators Tomorrow
The Wilson High Bees host Excelsior Bees at Stephens Field in the final home game of the year at 3 15. Wilson sits third in the Coast League with one win and one loss, while the Pilots are tied for last with two losses. Both teams have four wins overall, sharing Poly as a common opponent, which defeated the Pilots.
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