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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1951

Page

20

College Prexies Gather Tomorrow to Consider Sports De-Emphasis

Ten college presidents meet tomorrow to discuss de-emphasizing intercollegiate sports amid scandals and indecision. The American Council on Education joined by Dr. John Hannah of Michigan State College leads the effort with NCAA and press figures invited to illuminate main problems and possible actions.

Washington William and Mary Wilson NCAA Bushnell National Association ‘of Collegiate Commissioners Eastern College Athletic Conference G. W. [Lee) Taylor The Des Moines Register National Football Writers Association Leo H. Peterson United Press Hugh Fullerton Jr Associated Press Raymond H. ‘Howes Council Taike

Bruins Telecast Boosts Coast College Basketball Prestige

The article notes UCLA and Southern California have contracted to televise all home games, boosting local interest despite national gambling scandals. It highlights UCLA under Johnny Wooden with three PCC southern division titles in three years and discusses other teams like USC, Washington, Stanford, and Oregon in a preview of the coming season. It mentions Christmas trips and early practice timelines, with TV becoming key to fan engagement.

UCLA Johnny Wooden Bruins Forrest Twod Ag Trojan Troy Wooden Johnny Ucians Santa Barbara Twogood Kentucky Illinois Bradley Southern California University of North Carolina University of Washington Tippy Dye Ohio Washington Ilinois Oklahoma A&m Stanford CAL FCC Bob Burnett Everett Dean Bill Borcher John Warren Oregon Oontil L. A Westwood Trojans Pan-Pacific Auditorium

Navy Bumps Lions For First '51 Win

Navy ends its drought with a 21 to 7 victory over Columbia before 25,000 fans. Vic Vines and Dean Smith each scored on long runs, with Navy's offense powering through yardage. Mitch Price struggled as Navy controlled the game with ground drives and timely passes leading to the decisive touchdowns.

New York Navy Columbia Lions Smith Columbia Mitch Price Lion Tomes Bomm Middies Fred Franco

Fordham Rips Temple 35-6 in Philadelphia rout

Fordham Rams overwhelmed Temple 35 to 6 at Temple Stadium before 7500 fans. Ed Danowski's squad forced 83 rushing yards against Temple, capitalized on two interceptions and a fumble return, plus a safety after Temple’s safeguard. Temple managed a third quarter score on a 10 yard pass from Paul Meckerman to Pick Stole.

Philadelphia Fordham Rams Temple Temple Stadium Ed Danowski Owls Fronmi Jim Right Paul Meckerman Metemenes

New Hampshire Triumph Over Kent State in 70 Point Showdown

Nov 17 report from ONO details New Hampshire edging Kent State 70 0 in a game where Don Miesky connected for a key pass to Bobby Durand near the end. Durand and Miesky led scoring as the host team secured a decisive victory in an afternoon clash.

New Hampshire Kent Ono OP Tenner Don ‘Miesky Popey Bobby “Durand Kent ‘State

William Jewell Takes Corn Bowl Bid

Liberty Mo November 17 William Jewell football team voted to accept a bid to the Cotton Bowl at the gate will be Lewis College, play in the game against Lockport Illinois. Anaheim's junior tennis team defeated Houghton Park yesterday in a team match here with scores 19 to 7. Girls and boys events had several close finishes and doubles contention noted.

Anaheim Houghton Park Ketleg Depot CHE Guecan Gants Ads Seaman Dee Batrriea Gal Smite Ot Kez Hassett Gy Sargent Bi South Cas Rey Beteed Emenia Igereay Liberty Willam Jewell Willowick Wilowick

Rams Seek Third Straight Western Title In Coliseum Test

In a key NFL clash at the Coliseum the Los Angeles Rams host the winless New York Yanks at 2 p.m. as they push to extend their lead in the Western division. The Yanks, led by coach Jimmy Phelan with double wing and Bob Celeri, have pushed rivals to the wire after recent close games. Rams stars include Elroy Hirsch, Dick Hoerner, Dan Towler, Tank Younger and Norm Van Brocklin, while the Yanks counter with Celeri and pace-setting receivers in a high scoring contest with playoff implications.

Los Angeles Rams New York Yanks Yanks Rams Jimmy Phelan Bob Celeri Detroit Lions Chicago Bears San Francisco Green Bay New York Giants Phelan Celeri Buddy Young George Taliaferro Zailie Toth George Ratterman Joe Stydahar Dick Hoerner Deacon Dan Towler Tank Younger Hob Waterfield Norm van Brocklin Elroy Crazy Legs Joe L. A Nis Raed Agay Ratms Washington Redskins Detroit Wame Pos Yannis Beara le Garza Stnensen Mienely Daugherty le Clowes SO McLoughlie Sexland Lange Ro Worniak Danma RT McCormack Airech Bawards Waterfield Ge Celers Towler Let Young Younger Howard Hoerner Fat

Virginia Ladies Move Closer To SCGA Title In Citrus Classic

Virginia Ladies of the Country Club led Oakmont and others in a key SCGA race at Los Angeles venues. San Fernando upset Oakmont 3-1, Brentwood beat Los Angeles 5-4, San Gabriel fell to Wilshire 5% to 3 4. Next Friday Los Angeles CC hosts resumed play with San Fernando vs Wilshire and Oakmont vs San Gabriel as Virginia presses the lead.

Ladies of Virginia Country Club San Fernando Oakmont Brentwood Los Angeles San Gabriel Wilshire Virginia Los Angeles CC

Knights Romp Over Downey in San Gabriel Valley clash

Lynwood's Knights secured third in the San Gabriel Valley League with a 36 46 victory at Ramsaur Stadium Compton last night over Downey. The scoring included Sizemore two touchdowns from Webb and Mraz et al with notable plays by Ware, Williams and others as the teams exchanged TDs.

Lynwood Knights Downey Ramsaur Stadium Compton Elsemore Hackett Rogendahl Buskin Moropty Sipean Voxel Crawford Sloan Porter Bose Lehmerfer Uig Eft Incite Sizemore Pase Webb Mraz Taokies Wiliams

Browns Face Giants Today

New York Giants host the Cleveland Browns in a key NFL showdown with first place in the American Conference on the line. The Giants boast a 5-1-1 record while the Browns have won six straight after a season opener loss, in a rivalry described as the closest in NFL history. Coach Steve Owen and quarterback Charley Conerly lead New York against Otto Graham and Lou Groza for Cleveland as the league scene also features Rams Bears Washington Pittsburgh Detroit Philadelphia and San Francisco.

New York New York Giants Cleveland Browns Browns Giants Los Angeles Rams Chicago Bears Rams New York Yanks Los Angeles Bears Green Bay Packers Washington Pittsburgh Detroit Philadelphia Chicago Cardinals San Francisco Charley Conerly Joe Scott Eddie Price Cleveland Otto Graham Lou Groza

Penn Holds Off Army 76-6 In Wide-Open Tilt

Philadelphia nov 17 Pennsylvania edged Army 76 6 in a loosely played game watched by about 40000 fans Carl Sempier booted the decisive extra point after Penn converted a fumble into a third quarter TD Chet Cornoy scored on a three yard run Army quarterback Reich hit a late quick kick and a missed conversion cost the Cadets a possible comeback but Penn led 10 at halftime and held on for the victory.

Philadelphia Carl Sempier Pennsylvania Army Penn Sempier Chet Cornoy Fred Meyers Dick Reich Reich Bob Evans John Laine Bill MacPhail Atty Peeiae Sade Carone ersion—Semoler

Stewarts Win In Hong Kong Invitational

The Stewart-Chevrolet team from San Francisco defeated local teams in Hong Kong for the fourth straight game, securing an 80 to 52 victory over the Chinese YMCA on Sunday, November 18.

Hong Kong Stewart-Chevrolet San Francisco YMCA

Major Draft Looms As Baseball Gears For Pick Sunday

The 16 major league clubs will convene to select minor league players in the annual draft, with prices from 10 000 down to 2000. First time under new commissioner Ford Frick the event may yield a sleeper or two while many prospects join farm systems. Names such as Joe Page Dom Dallessandro Dave Ferriss Marvin pacer Dan Bankhead Emil Verban Harry Wailer and Johnny Lindell appear among eligible veterans seeking return to the majors. The draft starts with the Browns Cubs and ends with the Giants as selections move upward.

Menutanate Ford Frick Chicago Cubs Hace Wilson Thearafte Sam Joe Page Louis Browns Americane Cubs New York Giants

Beckers and Blears to headline Thursday wrestling show

Long Beach’s Beckers meet Lord James Blears and Wild Red Berry in a tag bout at the Municipal Auditorium. The Beckers showcase new signals and ring strategies, while Blears seeks the American title and Red Berry defends the junior heavy division. Joe Pazandak headlines Beat the Champ with Kudo and Sapian challenging.

George Bobby Becker Long Beach Municipal Auditorium Lord James Blears Wild Red Berry Beckers L. B. Auditorium Iim Blears Lord Wild Red Berry Lady Luck Don Arnold Red Ro Lee Grable Utah Frank Jares Joe

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