Action Highlights as Pros Open Season on Six Fronts
The photograph montage shows Jack Dwyer deflecting a pass to Nor Hecker for a 20 yard return and Doak Walker unhappy on the Lions bench. Detroit beat Pittsburgh 38 to 21 as Hoetschameyer powers through for eight yards. Joe Perry and Hugh McElhenny clash with Jim Palmer in a 31 to 2 49ers win in San Francisco. Rams topple the Giants 21 to 7 at Los Angeles.
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South California men settle in bids on Sept 28 1953
A terse item from the A T press telegram lists a regional event in southern California on September 28, 1953. It notes participation by local men and hints at competitive results or decisions made that day. The report identifies the involved organizations and the venue in brief terms.
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Gophers Passions Rise Amid Football Aches and Skews
In a noisy sporting column the writer laments dwindling readership and calls out critics while praising Minnesota Gophers stars Paul Giel and Jim Saltau. The piece contrasts Giel with UCLA’s Paul Cameron, notes Rams vs Giants punt mishaps, and hints at seasonal fading readership, ending with a game recap tease.
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Rams Defeat Giants 21-7 in 1953 Opener Card
Los Angeles Rams use a second half aerial onslaught to beat the New York Giants 21-7 before 49,579 at the Coliseum. Van Brocklin shifted from a cautious first half to distribute passes to Myers Towler and Fears as runs opened space, sealing the win and opening the season with a strong defensive stance from Hamp Pool.
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Linge
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Tank Younger
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Dan Towler
Elray Hirsch
Tommy Fears
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Evi Pompl
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Aren Cal Football Quarterback Calls Stronger Than USC Opponent
In a congested text excerpt from a 1920s era beat, Southern California and Indiana battle even at 7-7 through one period. USC leads with three rushing first downs while facing fourth and one on their 49. The Trojan coach signals a new tackle while the quarterback scans the sideline for a change.
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Oge
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San Jose boxing coach killed by falling blade on ranch
Dewitt Portal a San Jose boxing coach and mentor since 1954 was killed Saturday when a bullroxer blade fell on his head at a ranch near Mt Hamilton. Portal developed teams and individuals who won NCAA titles in recent years.
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Sports on Radio and TV Highlights Today
Radio and television listings show coverage of baseball hall of fame events and other sports segments. Featured programs include broadcasting at 3 pm and 3:30 pm with teams and halls of fame mentioned alongside time slots on various stations.
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Vikings predicted to beat Santa Ana in Friday clash
Buck Andreasen City College coach told the Monday Morning Quarterbacks Club that his Vikings will attempt a strong showing against Santa Ana and believes they can defeat the Dons. He noted Contra Costa West’s 26 19 win and praised Richmond and Junior Rose Bowl talk, with other local coaches commenting on upcoming games and team spirits. Parke cited Santa Monica High’s win over Hoover as San Diego power.
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Panthers
Albert Flop in Canada Struggles for Calgary Stampeders
In Edmonton Alberta Frankie Albert once a top NFL quarterback risks losing status with the Calgary Stampeders. He was benched in favor of Keith Spaits as Calgary lost to Edmonton 18 to 6. Edmonton leads the Western Inter-provincial Football Union with seven wins and one loss while Calgary stands at two and six.
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Boudreau Haney Rehired for 1954 Season
Lou Boudreau of the Boston Red Sox and Fred Haney of the Pittsburgh Pirates were rehired for 1954. Boudreau, 36, led the Bos ton team to fourth in the American League and signed a two-year deal with a raise to about 350,000 to 360,000 annually. Haney, whose Pirates finished last in the National League, received a one-year contract.
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United Press
Lou Boudreau
Boston Red Son
Fred Haney
Pittsburgh Pirates
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Boston
Bobby Soxers
Haney
Ates
Vegas Track Keeps Weekend Schedule Amid Small Crowds
Las Vegas Jockey Club acting president Clement Hirsch said the track would proceed with the fall meeting despite weak attendance and mutuel handle after reopening. Golden Abbey won the El Rancho Handicap in a photo finish paying 85.80, 3.40, 2.40 with Blended second and Chanlea third. Mora Lake also won in the third, paying 204.40. About 500 fans wagered 214,207 Sunday as the track eyed a daily 350,000 break-even handle.
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Golden Abbey
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Saturda
Lions Browns Top Opening Pro Card In NFL Debut
The NFL's 34th season opened with the Lions beating the Steelers 28-21 in Detroit as they defend their title. Cleveland edged Green Bay in a bid for an eighth straight division crown, while the Forty Niners defeated the Eagles 31-21 in San Francisco amid a field brawl. Norm Van Brocklin's passers helped the Rams 20-7 over the Giants, and Baltimore beat Chicago 13-8 as Otto Graham aided the Browns. Aerial strikes, ground games, and a late field goal paced other openers across the league.
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Charley Powell
al Pollard
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Hoosiers Clash Friday Shows Big Ten Tests Across Coast
AP previews two Friday games as Southern California hosts Indiana after a 17-7 win over Minnesota. California welcomes Ohio State to Berkeley while Stanford and Washington State visit Big Ten venues. Tulsa at Slackton is an intersectional, UCLA travels to Oregon, Washington seeks a rebound after a 50-0 loss to Michigan, and San Jose State plays Fresno State.
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Hanging Monday Grid Wash Ends Two Platoon Era
By WIRE Gikaisley New York VP the era of two platoon football returns as teams use more players. Columbia fielded 17 while winning 14-7 over Lehigh. Notre Dame beat Oklahoma 28-21 in 4 degree heat. Others include Amherst 7-6 over Brown and Princeton 21-14 over Lafayette.
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Frank Leahy
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Mississippi Southern
Little Amherst
Bop Brown
Princeton
Lafayette
Foresee Big Time L A Ball in '54
A time of baseball expansion talk envelops New York as leagues debate Pacific Coast inclusion and potential LA or SF major league status. Betting backs LA amid bids and fears of Baltimore’s exclusion. Webb and Weier weigh in on bids, costs, and park plans as talk of 10 NL teams surfaces.
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National League 5
Atos Angeles
Phil Wrights
Oener
Chicago Gobs
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Les
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del Webb
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Hownie
Bill Weerl
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Veeck
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Tom D'Alesandro
Norris Poulson
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Webb
Rosen Misses Title by Inches in Near Miss
Cleveland Indians star Al Rosen fell just short of the league batting and homer crowns when a ninth inning grounder by Jerry Priddy was ruled a miss by umpire Hanis Soar. Rosen said he was glad the call stood, even as he admitted the misstep at first base prevented the championship.
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