Kansas State Nearing Long Losing Streak Record
Kansas State College, after suffering the nation’s longest major football skid, eyes a return to a 1944 upset against Kansas University. The Wildcats carry a 22 game losing streak and have won only one game since that 1944 18-14 Big Six victory, a 13-6 opener over Wichita.
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FISHING AROUND: RECORD-CHASED MAT TWALSH OFFSHORE
Skipper Barney Tillotson of the Matt Walsh guides deep sea anglers to prolific catches including 47 black sea bass in eight weeks and multiple 100 to 310 pound fish. George Morgan landed a 310 pounder on Oct 23.Plans include rock cod fishing after barracuda runs. Barney’s wife Eleanor joins trips, while others chase Owens River hunts.
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Boxer Dies in Pasadena Ring During Amateur Bout
James M. Wilander, 27, a San Diego sailor, collapsed and died in the fourth round of an amateur boxing match against Rob W. Harris in Pasadena. Doctors reported no outward injuries and suggested a possible heart attack. The death marks the seventh USA boxing fatality in 1947, with two in Australia and one in Spain.
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Chicago White Sox suspend Leslie O Connor for signing minor
Baseball Commissioner A B Chandler announced the suspension of the Chicago White Sox and Leslie O Connor for directly defying a ruling by signing a high school student to a contract while still in school. President William Harridge called a special owners meeting in Cleveland to review the action and potential penalties.
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Ted Horn Sees Rise of a National Racing Circuit
Arlington Texas October 30 Ted Horn national speedway driver predicts a big time racing circuit next year rivaling professional golf in event numbers and prize money He plans to defend his title in the American Automobile Association series and believes the boom in driving will bring many more races than this year
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Richmond Seeks Rules Change On Eligibility
Richmond seeks a conference rule change after asking the Southern Conference executive committee to reconsider Oct 4 ruling that Vernon Morgan a university freshman was ineligible to compete in conference athletics. Missouri sharpens defense for Big Six clash with Nebraska with Faurot predicting near strength in a forward passing drill to counter Nebraska’s weight advantage.
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Pimlico Set to Open Day Meeting with 15 Stakes
Pimlico race track in Baltimore opens a day meeting featuring fifteen stake races highlighted by the famous winner take all Pimlico Special. The program will showcase top breds that have won the nation’s leading stakes events, with excitement high for tomorrow’s races.
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Zero and Cifers Add Up to New Victory
Pittsburgh Steelers backfield duo Johnny Zero and Bobby Cifers propel the team to a three game win streak. Zero leads the league with 406 rushing yards on 85 carries while Cifers adds 184 yards after stepping in for injured Bob Sullivan. Coach Jock Sutherland notes Clement improving as ground gain and passing threat, aiming to surpass Dudley’s 604 yard season.
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British jockey leads 1947 standings in Louisville race
Steve Brooks holds 263 winners this year to Johnny Longden's 259 after Bay Meadows wins and Churchill Downs results. Brooks leads by margin in total wins while Longden dominates on percentage with 24 percent to Brooks' 22.5 percent.
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