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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1947

Page

14

Red Montgomery Recaps Poly High Football Loss to Jordan

Red Montgomery describes Poly Highs tough game against Jordan, citing a misaligned defense and nine Jordan first downs before halftime. He notes crowd conditions, coach reactions, injuries to star center Jack Ten Eyck, and postgame reflections on the mudded City College setting and future adjustments.

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Little Men Who Do Things Big At Poly Friday Night Centershift

The piece recalls Poly football history with small players like Risley and Neal Neal who rose from junior ranks to varsity, demonstrating heart and desire. It highlights Risley’s move from center to quarterback and recalls past El Monte and La Verne stars, underscoring how tiny players proved pivotal.

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Enduring Dream for John Callard Right End Stardom

Red recalls John Callard seeking the right end position over left end or halfback. Coach offers senior plan favoring Bill Jessup at right end, prompting Callard to choose halfback but then switch to end. Callard shines as a top college prospect from Long Beach High School, with Montgomery praising his potential.

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Moquin Schnabel Clash at And Arena Tonight

The heavyweight grapplers Moquin and Schnabel meet in a three fall one hour time match at Municipal Auditorium. Promoter Harry Ruben books a four man tag team semifinal. Swedish Angel teams with Earl Davis against Vic Christy and Mike Mazurki in the night’s lineup. Sammy Menacher faces Rene Adoree in the opener at 8 30.

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Trojans Work on Blocking Ahead of Rice Tilt

Los Angeles Oct 2 Jeff Cravath admitted USC blocking department needed overhauling after praising tackling but citing last Saturday's performance as unsatisfactory. The Trojans continued to stress pass defense in readiness for Saturday's game with Rice.

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Hurler Snaps Losing Streak to Hand Portland Defeat

The Los Angeles Angels beat the Portland Beavers 4-3 at Wrigley Field in the Governor's Cup series as Russ Bavers ended his winless run. Lor Angles surged with a first inning rally, Bavers allowed one more run through seven, while Silvera hit a go ahead homer in the eighth.

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Gibson Victor wins ten round decision at Wilmington Bowl

In a Wilmington Bowl main event Billy Gibson from Southern California boxing list tops Lou Bernal in a ten round decision. Davey Mendoza dominated Johnny Clark in the earlier bout.

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Meyer Named Pirate Pilot

New York October 2 Bill Meyer of the Kansas City Blues named manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates succeeding Tally Herman. Herman resigned by request after a fast start left the club cellar. Meyer arrived for the World Series and met with Roy Hamey. no salary details were disclosed but reports say a three year contract for 100000 was possible.

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Vandals and Cougars to Meet Following Secret Session Practice

Washington State style influence noted as Moscow and nearby teams held a secret practice session today to sharpen defense. The Vandals and Cougars are scheduled to clash Saturday with both squads aiming to showcase improved play.

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World Series coverage grows as big business draws crowds

New York October 2 The World Series becomes big business with 143,230 attendees spending about 646 thousand dollars. Nearly 66,000 words were sent by Western Union on day one from Yankee Stadium as reporters, broadcasters, and photographers cover the event, while editors process vast copy reaching across offices and telephones to outlets.

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Brooklyn Hopes High as Series Moves to Ebbets

The Brooklyn Dodgers return home to Eb bets Field hoping to stave off elimination as the World Series shifts from Yankee Stadium. Police dense crowds, no unrest, and strong fan support mark a tense atmosphere with Branca and Lombardi facing tough Yankee lineup. Players’ earnings from the four games set a new high record, about seven thousand for winners and five thousand for losers.

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Only Miracle Can Save 'Em as Yanks Seek Four in Row

New York October 7 AP. Dodgers trail 0-2 in the 1947 World Series after a 10-3 loss to the Yankees. Allie Reynolds silenced the Dodgers as Lombardi allowed nine Yankee hits before relief. Yankees lead, with Hicks and Rizzuto contributing, as the series shifts to Ebbets Field for games three to five.

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