Yanks Favored To Win 1950 World Series Opener
The Yankees enter as strong favorites over the Philadelphia Phillies in the 1950 World Series. Vic Raschi vs Robin Roberts will open, with the Yankees boasting pitching depth and a solid lineup led by Mantle era stars. Philadelphia counts on steady defense and endurance despite injuries to Seminick and Sisler.
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DiMaggio Predicts Yankees in World Series Showdown
New York Yankee star Joe DiMaggio projects experience and pitching as the edge over the Philadelphia Phillies. He cites consistent performances, Berra and Rizzuto's year, and Ferrick as a key reliever, while downplaying homer power and emphasizing base hits.
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Benners Emerges as SMU Passing Sensation vs Ohio State
Dallas Oct. 2 Associated Press Fred Benners SMU junior signal caller dazzled with four TD passes in the second half helping the Mustangs pull away for a 32 27 victory over Ohio State. He finished with 306 yards on 21 completions and set one of the era’s great single performances. Benners credited his line and backs including Kyle Rote as key to the display. He noted he never doubted the win and recalled a game turning pass against Rice in his first season.
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Philadelphia Park Concessions Man Bosses World Series Gambler
One of the happiest men in Philadelphia today is the Shibe Park concessions manager. Krause ordered 40 900 World Series prints six weeks gambling on Philadelphia winning the National.
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Dupre Takes Early Flag Football Lead With 25 0 Win
Dupre jumped to the front in Quadrant 1 by routing Chris Harwell 25-0 in the conference opener Monday afternoon. Four Dupre backs reached the end zone, led by Mickey McDonald's 40 yard run, with Bob Hartman O D Hood and Bruce Whilite also scoring.
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Red Hot Harriers Syracuse Nations Dominant Cross Country Team
Syracuse AAU cross country standout remains undefeated in 17 meets over three years. The article highlights the sustained national dominance and the team’s championship pedigree.
Diz Dizzy Dean predicts pitchers will dominate World Series
Dizzy Dean said pitchers will rule the World Series, praising good pitchers who can stop hitters. He noted the Yankees and Phillies as strong, mentioned Robin Roberts as a tough foe for the Yanks, and cited Johnny Mize as a standout fastball hitter.
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Mooney Praises Buffs. Tech, Pattison Favor Lubbock Defense
Texas Tech coach Dell Morgan warned of a tough West Texas game saying the seasoned club would be hard to beat. He commended Tech's effort against Texas A&M and noted players Cross Wright and Mayfield. Pattison praised Lubbock's intestinal fortitude in a win over Sweetwater, while commenting Westerners would face slower, smaller teams with improved defense.
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Phillies ready to chase Yankees in World Series opener
Philadelphia wakes to a city still buzzing after the 35 year high celebration. Dick Sisler’s homer sparked a playoff mood as tickets for Shibe Park soared to 40 dollars single and 75 for a pair. Vic Raschi faces the Phillies with Sawyer keeping pitching plans close, and Ken Heintzelman favored by locals. Weather warm at 85 degrees with a promising outlook for Wednesday.
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Cooper Trout Lead In Tourney For Senior Championship
Ed Tyler of Houston shot a two over par 74 to win medalist honors at the Texas Golf Association Senior Championship in San Antonio. Roy Cooper of Lubbock and Ed Brady of Dallas were two strokes back at 76, with Danvers of San Antonio at 74 in qualifying though only those who qualified today were eligible for medals. Ike Handy of Houston and Todd Green of Dallas tied at 77. Chick Trout of Lubbock and Claude Wilde of Austin stood at 78. In Baltimore Columbus beat Baltimore 8-5 to take a 2-1 lead in the World Series as Benson and Walker homered.
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El Paso Club urges Regents to amend anti Negro policy
The El Paso Touchdown Club votes to ask the Texas University board of regents to amend the rule barring Negro athletes at state schools. A committee led by Ellis Mayfield will draft the resolution. The issue follows Texas Western's forfeit of a game to Loyola University of Los Angeles.
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Graziano Favored in Chicago Bout at Stadium
Rocky Graziano opens as a 12 to 5 favorite to beat Gene Burton in Chicago Stadium Wednesday night. Graziano is seen with a 12 pound weight edge over Burton, who boxes with Ray Robinson as a stablemate.
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Norway union threatens strike over insufficient wage increase
A Norwegian union warned of a strike after rejecting a proposed wage increase as inadequate. The dispute centers on compensation levels and cost of living, with the union demanding a higher raise to cover rising expenses.
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Marion says Chandler refused talk on World Series TV rights
Marty Marion NL players representative said Commissioner Chandler declined a conference with him and Freddie Hutchinson about World Series television receipts. Marion urged discussion and said players deserve input before deciding on the $800,000 fund. Chandler questioned, a meeting planned to decide fund disposition. He noted funds for players pension and possible age reduction to 45.
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Players In Dixie Series To Get Bigger Split
Milton Price, Texas League secretary, said Dixie Series players will share $20,115.62 from the first four games, up from $14,681.67 last year. Winners take 60 percent and losers 40 percent. each club’s four game share is $6,718.54 while the league collects $4,199.08.
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