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Newspaper

Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1947

Page

8

Excelsior Upsets Jackrabbits In Rain Delayed Opener

Bay League opener between Jordan High and Beverly Hills was halted by a 1000 volt power line outage after a downpour. Beverly Hills coach Johnny Morrow was knocked unconscious by a falling high jump standard. play postponed to Monday with options for location and admission plans under discussion.

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Poly High Gridiron Triumph Over Excelsior in Tight Clash

Excelsior pilots edge Poly 18 15 after a late fourth quarter surge. Gordon Steward scored for Excelsior, while Hugh Simpson briefly sparked Poly with a two yard TD. Red Montgomery’s tongue lash preceded a fierce backfield shift by Floyd Maxham aiding Poly’s late rally.

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San Pedro High Pirates rout Hamilton in practice game

San Pedro High led by Harry High with two long TD runs in a 19-7 win over Hamilton High at the Los Angeles School's field. Nick Osirick opened scoring with a two yard rush as Pedro built a 7-0 lead, then High sealed the victory with an 85 yard reverse and a final 15 yard end run.

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Jackson Wins Unanimous Decision at Legion Stadium

In Hollywood on Oct 11 Bobby Jackson from Glenwood Falls won a ten round junior welterweight bout against Tony Olivera. Jackson seized control in the fifth and held the edge to the final bell as Referee Abe Roth scored even rounds and a four point edge for Jackson. Also, Jimmy Shang stopped Billy Tierney in six rounds in the scrub windup.

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Fouch Stars as Santa Ana Triumphs Over Huntington Beach

Santa Ana defeats Huntington Beach 13 to 6 in a Sunset League opener as Fouch stars with two early scores. Armenda connected with Dick M ucmawn for a late TD pass, while Downey’s team earned a 20–0 win, and Redlands beat Fulleré 25–0 in another league matchup.

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Fullerton Whips Redlands 25 to 0 in Sunset League

Fullerton defeated Redlands 25 to 0 in a Sunset League encounter at The Barnels of Fullerton Fgh. The win boosts Fullerton's momentum ahead of a league match next Friday at Newport.

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British Pros Tie Locke and Von Nida in Exhibition

British Open champion Daly and Ryder Cup captain Henry Cotton led a day of ties and high scores as Bobby Locke Norman Von Nida and Daly matched 68 to 73 in a United States tour event. Earnings totaled 36,887 across the participating players.

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Honolulu 11 Tops Loyola in Southern California clash

In a high scoring Southern California game Honolulu 11 defeated Loyola 31 to 29. Taolo Caistro spearheaded many plays while Bob Winship and Dick Davis scored for Honolulu as Jed Hawaii's Hawks surged in the final minutes. An All-Star safety against Loyola padded the score late in the fourth quarter.

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Santa Rosa Junior College Edges Auburn In Meet

Santa Rosa Junior College defeated Auburn in a tightly contested event at Santa Rosa on October 11. The result highlighted strong performances from local athletes and boosted the host team's standings in regional competition.

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Stymie Refuses to Work Out in New York Handicap

Stymie refuses to work out ahead of the $100,000 New York Handicap as fans and handlers note his past stubborn streak. Trainer Ti Hirseh Jacobs reports the colt did not race today, prompting concerns about form and readiness for the event.

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Lindell Welcome: Arcadia honors fallen college player

Arcadia plans a stag banquet at Eaton's Santa Anita Cafe on Oct 17 to honor Johnny Lindell, star Yankee outfielder and key figure in the 1947 World Series. The event, led by Mayor Homer Ormsby’s committee, will sell tickets through local venues. Lindell died after a college game injury amid reports of a brain laceration. an autopsy will confirm cause.

MacAlest Hes MacAlester St. Thomas Eide Ons Virginia Arcadia Johnny Lindel Gird Eaton's Santa Anita Cafe Rome Homer Ormsby Verne Wickham Harry Russell Bolt Libby Roy’ Bearden Golf Pro Arcadia Jand Monrovia Chamber of Comerce Co - Johnny

Tustin Blanks Vista Grids 25 0 in practice game

Tustin defeated Vista 25 to 0 in a practice game here yesterday as both teams prepare for the Orange League opener at Brea Olinda next week. Talus quarterback Sinthrone led a late touchdown drive, with Matt McCalla adding a 40 yard run and Rey Hull converting.

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St Anthony's Rally Wins 20-7 at Riverside

St Anthony's High overcame a halftime deficit to beat Riverside 20 to 7 at Riverside field. Key plays included Olszewski scoring on a six yard run after Olazewski and Bran ran for 25 and 36 yards, a defense stop with Worley blocking a punt, and Peterson returning a Riverside pass for 45 yards. Lou Mascola left with a leg injury but returned later as the Saints held on for the victory.

St. Anthony's High Gadman Riverside Bens Hears Chomas Olazewski Bran ‘Non Bears Jwhich Olszewski Jond Saints Dave Worle Edward Dye Johnny _Peterson Snitzlery Dick Mulkerin Bill Amali Louie Mascola Waa O Worley

Skyhawks Name Playing Coach For Season

Geofrey Desilets, a former NHL star from the Canadiens and Rangers, was named the Skyhawks playing coach. The San Diego team, arriving from training camp in Barrie, Ontario, will be prepped for the Pacific Coast Hockey League season as Desilets leads the squad.

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Hardscrabble Country Club Invitational Leads Day Two

Ward Stranahan Pace Ward and Frank Stranahan led eight survivors into the quarterfinals of the Hardscrabble Country Club's annual invitational amateur golf tournament in Fort Smith Arkansas. Last year's winner Cockman of St Louis fell in the second round to Tor Stephenson of Kansas, and Wilford Wehrle of Louisville was a first round loser.

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Hawaiians Edge Clippers in Pacific Coast Opener

In Honolulu Stadium before 12,000 fans Hawaiians fullback Chuck Price booted two extra points and a late kicking game that carried the Warriors to a 14 to 12 victory over the San Francisco Clippers. Vic Ramus connected with Nate Howard on several passes, but a late fourth down incompletion sealed the win. Oscar Givens and Abe Adams scored for Hawaii, with Frank Erigilia adding a two yard run.

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