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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1948
Page
1
Wet conditions forced the Washington State Cougars to pause workouts in damp facilities. The team focused on pass defense and game readiness as rain delayed outdoor drills in Pullman Washington.
San Francisco September 23. Four poor pitches and a late walk doomed the San Francisco Seals as Oakland boosted its margin by beating Sacramento and San Diego trimmed Portland. Don Dempsey walked Seattle to force in the deciding run in the 12th inning as Ste Suds edged the Seals 4 to 3.
The Saint eleven at Harbor High prepares for a season opening game at St Anthony High School Long Beach. Coach Aldrin builds for the future with a 42 man squad lacking depth and varsity experience. Bob Berry tops the lineup along with Yon Tripp and Bob Thompson as returning standouts. Excelsior scrimmage saw Bill Mais connect with Jack Lenske for a five touchdown effort while Peterson and Gonzales sparked gains for the Saints.
The YMCA will introduce a fencing class to its program starting Tuesday at 7 30 p m The class stems from strong local interest and is open to men and women with no YMCA membership required to join.
Excelsior Union High School pilots meet Burbank High varsity in a Friday night practice game at Ramsaur Stadium. Coach Bob Ashton experiments with a new T formation using sophomores and juniors after heavy graduation. Starter at quarterback is Bob Rummel with Don Walls at right half and Earl Ludington left half. Jim Reddick at fullback. line includes Stan Lang center Mord, guards Al Beverage and Dick Francis, tackles Larry Britten and Jim Rex, ends Pat Howard and Dal Travis. Kickoff around 6 PM after a 6 PM pregame show.
George shows up at Municipal Auditorium to wrestle Golden Terror in a three fall main event. Golden Terror is backed by manager Mr 13 while Gorgeous George comes with his entourage. Lord Blears, Sammy Enacker, Carlson and Black Panther also billed in top bouts. 8:30 opener features Wee Will Davis against Vic Halbrook.
A charity boxing smoker hosted by the San Pedro Junior Chamber of Commerce raises funds for Hoy Scouts of America Cabrillo Beach HQ. The event at Wilmington Bowl features an eight bout main card with top contenders from Los Angeles or Pasadena, promoted by Joe Craig.
Jordan High facing Whittier B team tomorrow at Northdale stadium in a 3 PM season opener. The game kicks off a weekend pair of local contests as Jordan showcases eight returning lettermen led by Sherwood Manahan and Gallegos with several starters on offense and defense. New steel bleachers seating 5000 fans rise at the stadium for the event.
Headed for Palo Alto, Oregon coaches and players fine tune for Saturdays clash with Stanford. Final scrimmage showed Earl Steele moved to halfback and several veterans from California and Long Beach part of the lineup as the team seeks a comeback after months of dormancy.
San Francisco Seals president Paul J. Fagan announces sale of Bill Werle and Jackie Tobin to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Don Dempsey rumored to join. Dempsey remains unsigned for 1951. Seals pitcher Verle valued for 1948 season. Tobin versatile star infield and outfield. Pirates send three young players and undisclosed cash. Tobin to Pirates on conditional basis with potential cash settlement if he proves himself.
Poly Eleven set for Santa Ana clash at 7 30 p m in the Santa Ana Bowl turf. Coach Red Montgomery directs a two hour defensive drill as Rabbits seek a working single wingback formation against the Saints. On offense the lineup features Souders at quarterback with Griffin and Duhem in backfield, and a hefty line of Rowley, Sommers, Hood, Marsalek, Ben a Cree and Ton Eyes.
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