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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1955

Page

13

Joe Clements shines for Trojans in Texas game bid

SC scout Jess Mortensen praised Texas sophomore Joe Clements as a premier passer who can thread the needle. Clements led a strong Texas offense, connecting on 22 of 32 passes for 299 yards and four touchdowns over Tulane and Texas Tech, signaling a stiff challenge for UCLA.

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Big weekend grid slate highlights down to the wire

Southland elevens and power programs face tough spreads with UCLA Texas USC and Michigan State among key matchups. Pro games feature Detroit over Minnesota and Chicago vs Green Bay as teams chase conference and division leverage amid wide point forecasts.

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Thunderbird Ryder Cup Team Selections Announced

Palm Springs announces the American and British Ryder Cup teams for the November 5-6 matches at Thunderbird Country Club marking the first time the event is staged on the West Coast. Names include Selvin and Krol among others, with selection by the local organizing committee.

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See Arenm Action Highlights Valley Gallen Arnas

A compact sports calendar item notes a race or event involving Arenm and teams from Valley and Arnas with a prize near 730 dollars. It mentions Hore Racing and Fomona Fair as related entities in the schedule.

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World Series and TV Listings Briefedly Point to Broadcasts

Radio and television schedules show World Series coverage on multiple stations. Listings mention KRDA and other call signs with unspecified times, indicating ongoing broadcast plans for the event across radio and TV on Wednesday.

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Stengel Faces Lineup Dilemma as Yankees Open Series

Manager Casey Stengel admits uncertainty over starters while the Yankees hold a 13-10 edge to win the World Series against the Dodgers. Mantle’s health, Ford and Byrne as planned starters, and rain could reshape the opener at Yankee Stadium with broadcast coverage set.

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Ford to Start for Yankees in Series Opener

Whitey Ford will start for the New York Yankees in the first game against the Brooklyn Dodgers at the Stadium. Jackie Robinson called Ford the toughest batter he faced, while Billy Martin notes Campanella’s slow start and about Campy’s handling of spiked pitches. The piece covers lineups, injuries, and fan behavior ahead of the World Series.

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Quarterback Knox Doubtful for Cougar Fray

W S C media brief notes Knox is doubtful starter for Washington State as Ronny Knox recovers from shoulder issues while UCLA eyes Friday night clash. Injury updates mention Iverson brain can, Cyrus Sand era and Oregon prep as Cal Stanford mix. Coaches from Washington, California, Oregon discuss passing drills and key players ahead of upcoming intersectional games.

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Leo Durocher Seeks NBC Position After Giants Run

Lea Durocher, former manager of the New York Giants, is negotiating with NBC for a network role. NBC officials say executive vice president Robert J. Sarnoff and Durocher may announce details at a press conference. Durocher, ending his long baseball career, has prior radio and TV appearances.

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Michigan Ranked First as Big Ten Race Opens

Michigan Wolverines hold top spot in initial Big Ten power rankings after a strong run and key conference results. Georgia Tech, Texas Christian, and other major programs appear in scattered notes as teams jockey for placement ahead of the season.

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Terps Lead Top Grid Ratings In AP UP Polls

Maryland tops both United Press and Associated Press rankings after a big win over UCLA. Michigan shows strong support in AP voting, while UCLA, USC, Oklahoma, Notre Dame, Army, Texas A&M and others remain in the top 18 in both polls.

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Bragan Awaits Word From Bucs on Pilot Berth

Hollywood manager Bobby Bragan disclosed interest in the vacant Pittsburgh Pirates manager job. He has not been contacted by Pirates officials and plans to return to Fort Worth, Texas, later this week.

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Duke Leads Tennessee 7 0 In Second Quarter Football

Duke holds a 7 0 lead over Tennessee as the second period opens with Duke on offense on its 16 yard line. Tennessee has used a quick kick strategy twice and the Duke safety backed up ten yards as the play is snapped.

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Stanford Coach Optimistic On Bucks Can Be Had

Stanford coach Taylor projects an upset potential against Oregon State and Ohio State, asserting belief in his Indians as they pursue Rose Bowl ambitions. He comments on Penn, Cal, and San Jose State, stressing readiness for tough tests and focusing on one game at a time amid a season of near misses and strategic adjustments.

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