Jeff Cravath leads Troy return to Coliseum in 1923 flashback
Troy fans anticipate a Sept 27 Coliseum reunion game vs Washington State. Jeff Cravath, center on the 1923 Trojan front eleven, scored the only Trojan TD on a blocked kick in that era. Also noted are trainer Henry McDaniel’s 80th birthday and Berkeleys Lynn Waldorf praised for alumni outreach. Public relations figures and local prep schedules round out the sports page.
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Louis Walcott Set to Challenge Joe Louis for Title Defense
The piece notes Jersey Joe Walcott as a top challenger to champion Joe Louis in Louis 24th title defense at Madison Square Garden. It comments on Walcott's status and boxing odds as Louis faces major pressure.
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Two Coliseum Sellouts Signal Southland Football Clash
The Southland edges toward two large crowds on November 22 at the Coliseum with USC facing UCLA and December 6 matching the Trojans against Notre Dame, as critics question turf speed and track integrity while noting California track stars and coast invasion hype.
Swedish Angel Faces Becker in Half of Wrestling Double
The 255 pound Swedish Angel wrestling star, dubbed Man from Mars, meets George Becker in one main event half at Municipal Auditorium. Promoter Harry Rubin will introduce Canada's No. 2 wrestler Larry Moquin. Moquin meets Karl Davis in the semi final as Vic Christy faces Maurice La Chapelle in the opener.
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Puerto Rican i Nine Ousted From World Softball Championship
In Cleveland on September 17 the crowd pleasing Puerto Rican government sponsored team was elimination after a 4-2 defeat to the Stratford Roofers. Earlier the islanders lost 3-2 to Washington Kava kos Grill. Other results: Grumman 3 South Bend 0 Harlingen 1 Pittsburgh 0 Fort Worth girls 1 Peoria 0 St Joseph 0 Fresno 4 Des Moines 0.
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Yankees Beat Browns as pennant clinched for AL
In a doubleheader at St Louis the New York Yankees rest regulars in the opener beating the Browns 8 to 3. With DiMaggio back the Yanks fell 8-2 in the second game. Chicago White Sox split at Fenway while the Senators beat Detroit. Athletics won a late rally to split with Cleveland. Summary notes late-season pennant races and box scores across three cities.
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Standings From Regional Leagues and Interleague Play
Rainy notes show standings across multiple leagues with teams like Los Angeles and Portland leading in various regions. Key matchups include San Francisco, Oakland, and Seattle area clubs, while interleague results show Syracuse and Milwaukee atop their respective groups.
Cobb claims new record of 403 miles per hour
Englishman John Cobb, driving the Railton Mobile Special at Primm valley salt flats, posts a world mile record of 403.135 mph and a kilometer mark of 393.825 mph, surpassing his 1939 LA Rams rival and planning to return to Britain after tests.
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Spartans Prep for Don Grid Opener at San Francisco
The San Jose State Spartans taper for Friday’s game with the University of San Francisco focusing on running and passing. Coach Bill Hubbard plans to watch Jim Jackson at quarterback and move Pete Denevi to fullback.
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Softball Playoffs Set After Rain Halts SemiFinals
Phoenix Ariz Sept report details semifinals of the girls Nitronsth Softball Congress halted by a real rainstorm last night. Championship action scheduled tonight with teams awaiting to claim the title.
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Dons Display Class in Passing Attack
The University of San Francisco showcased a strong passing game in a scrimmage, signaling a focus on the aerial attack for Friday against San Jose State. Forrest Hall and Hal Jensen were named at back and fullback as part of the lineup.
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Giants Crush Cardinals in Final Meeting of Season
New York Giants beat St Louis Cardinals 7 to 2 in the last meeting of the year as Lefty Brechenen struggles early and Ray Poat wins his fourth since joining the club. Dodgers win 7 to 3 at Cincinnati boosting their pennant chase. Phils push Pirates into last place at Pittsburgh.
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Dons Trade Agase for Rockets Halfback Walter Clay
The Los Angeles Dons exchange All-America Guard Alex Agase of Illinois to Chicago for Walter Clay, a defensive back rated among the conference’s best last season. Clay, 205 pounds, starred at Colorado Mines and with the El Toro Marine team.
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Tight Pitching Duel in Pacific Coast League Lead
In San Francisco on September 17 the third duel between Bob Chesnes and Cliff Chambers tightens the Pacific Coast League race. Chesnes holds 21 victories with eight losses and a .714 average while Chambers has 31 wins and nine losses for a .700 pace. Chambers also shares the circuit strikeout lead with Al Trieche at 338.
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Lopez Christy Cop Team Triumphs in Wilmington Bout
The Lopez Christy tag team defeated James Strongbow and Kurt Davis two falls to one in a feature match at Wilmington Bowl after a 45 minute draw in the final encounter. Mike Mazurki drew with veteran Floward in the 20 minute opener.
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Sinkwich Quits for 47 Season
Frankie Sinkwich will not play this season and may retire from football due to a lingering left knee injury. He asked the New York Yankees to place him on the voluntary retired list, announced Dan Topping, club president.
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Trojan Scouts scout foes for opener
Los Angeles reports Coach Jeff Cravath sent two U S C scouts to study Washington State ahead of the Trojans opener on September 27. The squad held a long defensive drill after which reserve left end Paul Salata cracked two ribs.
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