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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1955

Page

6

Knox Proves Hero In 1st Brain Outing

Ronnie Knox delivers for UCLA in a dramatic 22-0 win over Texas A&M at the Los Angeles Coliseum. The former Santa Monica standout showcases the revamped single wing, linking passes to Decker and Holloway as the Bruins surge behind Knox’s sharp arm and an early 14-9 lead before pulling away.

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Long Beach State Eyes Inaugural Football Opener at Oxy

Long Beach State coach Mike DeLotto plans a secret ballot among 40 players to determine the starting eleven for the inaugural game against Occidental College at Occidental Friday night. He notes several standout candidates at every position and emphasizes team determination and readiness despite injuries.

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Rocky Marciano Favored Over Archie Moore in Title Bout

Insiders and managers in New York expect Rocky Marciano to defeat Archie Moore in the heavyweight championship at Yankee Stadium. Some believe Moore could be dangerous early, but most predict Marciano will prevail within six rounds.

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Boxing Showdown Stirs Expert Picks and Chatter

Quotes from experts forecast a hard fought title bout between Archie and Poesy with both on the floor early. Sullivan is seen as likely to win if the match goes full distance while Rocky’s power is praised as a decisive factor. Fortney and Graham weigh in on Rocky’s strength and endurance as rivals dish bold assessments.

Bombers Oust Cleveland From A. L. Lead

The New York Yankees surged back into first place in the American League pennant race after Hank Bauer homered to tie Boston in the ninth and Yogi Berra followed with a two run blast in right field, lifting the Yankees to an 8 4 win. De nis Steve Gromek aided the effort with an effective start.

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Dupas Seeks Legion Debut Victory Over Northrup

Mickey Northrup, Los Angeles, challenges 19 year old Dupas in a W-round bout at Tollywood Legion Stadium. Dupas, with 69 fights and six losses, is a 3-1 favorite after rematches. Northrup served in the Army in Korea and has four straight wins, record 21-4-3.

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Baseball Scores and Schedule From Weekend Games

National league results show Cleveland Lary defeating Loman 418-81 while New York Heary posted 116-11. Washington beat Baltimore 4212 with Palen 321 leading. Kansas City and Detroit traded punches as Gray 021 struggled. Boston, Detriot and Chicago also featured, with upcoming games listed including Kansas City at Cleveland and Washington at Baltimore.

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Hawks Meet Unbeaten Marines In Big Softball Showdown

Long Beach Nutshawks, top unbeaten club, face the Marine Corps Air Facility squad from Santa Ana in a nine inning city championship clash tonight at Bark Ave Field. Game time is 8:15 with free admission as both teams bring strong records and notable players to a likely season highlight.

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Roundup of sports on radio and TV listings

Coverage details several broadcast slots including NAD Base recergation RMPC and roundups for teams like Tams va Engien B WESTVISION Vonthall. Listings mention Eagies ABC Sisal Nortinp Derry ATLA and other regional matchups with times and channels.

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SREERRATED SORRENTAL REACTION FROM SREMELKTS

Steve Sromelkos reaction after pitching for the Detroit Tigers to a 3-0 win over his former Cleveland teammates marked a dramatic shift in the pennant race. The win dropped Cleveland into a tie for second place, two games behind the Yankees, who also won to gain a slightly superior position.

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You Be the Quarterback You Be the Quarterback

Describes a football team in a 1960s style backfield setup as the Miami quarterback calls roles for a Swinging Gate Spread against Georgia Tech in a Georgia Tech Miami duel. Includes formation details with players, field position on the 46, and defensive alignment.

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Angels and Stars duel in tight coast league game

The Angels shaded the Stars 4 3 at Wrigley Field Friday night to force a deciding playoff game Sunday. Garber drove in a run in the eighth for Los Angeles while Trimble pitched to secure the win. Pettit, Walls, and Smith accounted for early offense as Hollywood fought back from deficit.

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