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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1956
Page
21
The Chicago Bears under Paul Brown rely on the 1940s radio helmet system to coordinate plays, boosting their offense as they chase a title. Detroit and Washington struggle, while the Browns and Cardinals face tough paths amid early season unpredictability.
The scouting report portraits Washingtons Huskies as big, aggressive and fast, with quarterback injury issues. Corky Lewis and Dean Derby stand out, while UCLA reacts to Washington State and California tests as they prepare for a rugged Coliseum showdown.
Don Newcombe pitched four innings as the semi pro Hawaii Redsox were held to a double a single and a homer for three runs in the second inning. The Dodgers won 7 to 3 in extra innings with Roger Craig and Ed Roebuck combining for no hits. Brooklyn had four unearned runs in the 10th to secure the victory.
The Rams opened as a one point favorite to beat the Packers in Milwaukee on Sunday as NFC teams stagger in a week of results. Lions trounced 49ers 44 to 4 while Giants beat Steelers 13 to 0. Eagles and Cardinals are even, Browns lead Redskins 6 to 0 and Bears top Colts 11 to 0.
Michigan State moved closer to Oklahoma in both AP and UP football polls on Monday. Oklahoma trailed by seven points in the AP rating and by 25 in the UP list. The top 10 remained largely the same across polls with Southern California idle and Michigan the sole defeated top 10 team after a big win over Army.
Rito Romero and Ray Sterndet, Lord Rwars and Sandor Kovyxod, Joe Blancn ard drew with Pat Brasey and Steve Stan jet. Quan Hernandex, Matt aourony with Kayo Murphy, Great Toga tet, Doug Dawiins.
Washington’s winless NFL Redskins cling to hope for a miracle title after starting 0-3. Coach Kuharich defends the group, cites offense woes, and looks to Eddie LeBaron’s return as a spark. He stresses they will play one game at a time and not quit.
Casey Stengel arrived home with sharp remarks about Ebbets Field. He blamed Brooklyns park for the Yankees poor recent road show and joked Mantle would hit 90 home runs if the Dodgers’ field were theirs, adding fans would be killed by a full season there.
A confidential Big Ten committee report denounces work-aid programs as hypocrisy and deceit and warns the conference could become a farm system for professional sports. It details lavish alumni entertainments, escalating subsidies, and recruitment practices, suggesting public support may shift to professional leagues.
UCLA coach Red Sanders denies fielding a monster backfield while publicists boast a small unit. The Bears, led by Pappy Waldorf, seek to rebound after a 21-13 loss to Oregon State as UCLA aims for 18 straight PCC wins and revenge against California.
Odds list for major games with UCLA and USC favored in conference action. California, Stanford, Oregon, and others shown with point spreads. Michigan, Georgia Tech, Oklahoma, Missouri, Texas and more feature in this wagering snapshot with varying margins and teams still seeking rhythm.
MILWAUKEE The Los Angeles Rams called for reinforcements as Tom Fears and Duane Wardlow were expected to join the club following Brad Myers sprained ankle. Radio highlights and local notes mention Big Ten coverage and racing at Hollywood Park with Cross County and Jordan at Wilson.
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