Giants and Rams Clash In Pro Grid Clash
The Giants and Rams, both 3-2 and 4-2 respectively, prepare for a high stakes clash as star players like Conerly, Gifford, Weinmeister, Towler, and Rote loom. Pro and college talk centers on formations, talent pools from Portland, and the fading college turnout as players chase pro ambitions and hot rod distractions.
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Tom McCormick
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Jayhawks Score 1st in Bruising Struggle
UCLA fell behind early at the Los Angeles Coliseum before rallying to a 19-7 defeat by Kansas in a rugged battle. Bob Davenport starred for Kansas, with Davenport and Moody key moments while UCLA’s defense pressured, and Cameron and Berner contributed scoring drives as the Bruins face Oregon next week.
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Vegas Track Open Again For Second Time
Las Vegas Jockey Club opened its meet with new pari mutuel betting gear after a three week halt to install equipment. Feature race is the $7500 Bonanza Stakes for yearlings with 10 entries including Zee Bull and Indian Red Juror and IU Wait. Racing runs Friday through Monday through Dec 21 amid ongoing picket protests not affecting the opening.
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Denver Bulldogs edge Drake 33 to 14 in Sky Conference clash
Rusty Fairly of Long Beach, Denver sub quarterback, capped scoring with a 24 yard run as Drake’s Bulldogs lost 33 14 on Friday night. Brigham Young dropped a non conference loss 28 25 to San Jose State in Provo after Dick Felt’s early fourth quarter counter.
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Rams Open 1953 Campaign Sunday Versus Giants
The Los Angeles Rams start their 1953 NFL season Sunday against the New York Giants, aiming to reclaim the Western Division and National League titles. Nor man Van Brocklin faces Giants quarterback Conerly, with star Frank Gifford among Owens’ top players, while Elroy Hirsch may miss the opener due to a bad ankle.
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Mangrum Slams Hogan Before Ryder Cup Trip
Lloyd Mangrum, U.S. Ryder Cup captain, leads team including Sam Snead Cary Middlecoff Jackie Burke Walter Burkemo Ed Parker Oliver Jim Turnesa Ted Krall to Britain for matches with Britain's pros as Hogan sits out. Mangrum calls Hogan's world player claims hogwash and hints it may affect PGA relations.
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Jim Turnesa
Ted Krall
Fred Haasl
Dave Douglas
Chaotic Grid Scores Mix County and State Matchups
A sprawling list of high school and college football and basketball results shows West Centre Costa and UGLA with mixed wins, Denver and Santa Barbara high scorers, and numerous small pairings across California and neighboring states. Names like Palomar, Occidental, L.A. State, Florida State, and Benedict appear amid scattered scores, with several ties and uncertain team spellings.
Jordan Back's 90 Yard Run Tops Milk Fund Tilt
In a Veterans Memorial Stadium fundraiser, Jordan Back and Poly clashed with Wilson and Jordan. Eddie Lauer's 90 yard kickoff return thrilled fans as Poly led early, while Wilson's defense kept them scoreless. The charity tilt drew 3,642 fans and boosted the Milk Fund, with Coast League implications as local teams prepare for league play.
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Islander Gridiron Preview at Pt Mugu
Islander gridiron clash at Oxnard pits Pt Mugu against a rising opponent after last week's 27 4 win over Glendale College and a similar 27 4 win over Compton College. Coach Frank Kirkland will start Aldo Giacopuzzi at split back, with Jim Bunyard Rollie Thomas and Jack Goodknight at backfield spots.
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Cobb Denies Stars Ready to Dissolve
Hollywood baseball stockholders met in a special session to review recent Pacific Coast League developments. President Robert H. Cobb denied reports the meeting aimed to dissolve the franchise or dispose of players, stating no vote was taken and the regular annual meeting would occur in the fall.
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Friday Fights Highlight Local Ring Figures
Friday's boxing event features rising stars including Simm, Slade, Nani, and Payne with connections to Argenta and La Pamsa. Local attendance and results from the San Frangla venue set the stage for the next bout lineup.
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Yankees banking on pitching edge in World Series
The New York Yankees rely on Allie Reynolds Eddie Lopata and a deep pitching staff to outlast the Brooklyn Dodgers in the World Series while Dodgers manager Chuck Dressen counters with confidence in his hitting and stronger arm. Dressing claims last season’s slump was carried into the series but asserts better pitching this year with ten ready pitchers. In Brooklyn the winless World Series history is framed as now or never as both teams brace for a tight showdown.
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Rosen and Red's Chase of Leaders in Batting Races
In a tight race, Al Rosen nears Mickey Vernon in the AL after a 4-for-6 day as the Indians rout the Tigers 12 3. Red Schoendienst also goes 4-for-6 as the Cardinals beat the Cubs 11 2, closing in on Carl Furillo while Furillo struggles with an injured hand.
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Carrell Schedules Auto Daredevils at Carrell Speedway
Bill Ward leads Canadian Aces to defend first place as Jose Chitwood Daredevils hold Opel Stunt championships at Carrell Speedway tonight. Ward will be shot from a cannon in a Ford while Chuck Basney’s spill forces a break in a 20-lap main won by Johnny Gipson. race results list Don Wawley and others.
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Racket Nine Aims for Fifth Straight Win Sunday
Long Beach Rock return to action after a week layoff at Recreation Park hosting the Los Angeles Calnred Yankees. The game starts at 2 15 p m as Racket Nine seeks their fifth consecutive victory.
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Eddie Ready Elks Oppose Softball King Eddie Feigner Tilt
Eddie Feigner arrives after a long trip to face the Long Beach Elks tonight at Park Ave field. The famed pitcher leads his four man troupe against Huntress Cafe City League champs, with Feigner promising trick deliveries and three innings blind folded.
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