Nebraska Colorado clash headlines Big Seven slate
Nebraska aims to seize conference leadership as Colorado pursues another upset. No. 3 Oklahoma looms against Kansas State while Missouri meets Iowa State and Kansas hosts SMU in Dallas. Nebraska seeks revenge after past Colorado upsets and faces Oklahoma Nov 22.
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Muscatine Little Muskie Hope hinges on key road clash
Muscatine travels to Fairfield where the second place Little Muskies face the unbeaten in conference leading Fairfield Trojans. Coach Bob Liddy’s squad seeks a victory to keep title chances alive while star passer Mike Lofgren is listed doubtful with a sprained ankle. Bernie Roth would fill in if needed.
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Fairfield Eleven Aims For Little Six Title In High Scoring Clash
Fairfield leads with 117 points to Muscatine's 68 as Campbell and Dabner spearhead the attack. Muscatine counters with Jenkinson and Eklund, while weight and backfield comparisons favor the Muskies slightly. Gordon McLean’s band will perform and form an election themed display before the game.
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Skyscrapers Face All-Star Challenge Against Mikan Lakers
The 13th annual All-Star game at Chicago Stadium pits a college lineup coached by Phog Allen against the Minneapolis Lakers led by George Mikan. Starters include Mark Workman, Don Meineke, Ray Felix, Leroy Leslie, Dick Groat, Bobby Watson, Gene Smith, Rod Fletcher, Moe Radovich, Nick Kladis, Jack McMahon, and Carl McNulty as reserves.
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Xavier
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Illinois
Moe Radovich
Wyoming
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Loyola of Chicago
Jack McMahon
St. John’s
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Purdue
ABL Suspends Operations After Two Withdrawals
The American Professional Basketball League voted to suspend operations after Jersey City and Elmira withdrew their applications to play amid involvement of former college stars in point fixing. Groza Beard White and Spivey tied to indictments and pled guilty with sentences. Six members remain, including Wilkes-Barre Scranton Hazleton Saratoga Springs Manchester and Bridgeport.
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Zaharias Advances to Texas Open Final in Semi Final Thriller
Babe Zaharias outlasted Barbara Romack 1 up after two extra holes in the Texas Open semi finals at Fort Worth. Bea McWane defeated Neil Moody 4 and 3 to reach the other semi. Polly Riley beat Betty Dodd 2 and 11 to set up a clash with Marilyn Smith, who beat Frank Goldthwaite 6 and 5.
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Bea McWane
Birmingham
Ala
Neil Moody
Sherman
Polly Riley
Betty Dodd
San Antonio
Marilyn Smith
Wichita
Kas
Miss Smith
Frank Goldthwaite
Band to Play Star Spangled Banner at Nov 4 Game
The band will be sharing the intermission with Fairfield and will perform the Star Spangled Banner together preceding the game. Other Little Six games tonight include Ottumwa at Burlington Keokuk at Mt. Pleasant and Washington at Ft. Madison.
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Six Top Teams Clash in Weekend College Football Showdown
Six of the nation’s top 10 teams meet Saturday as California faces Southern California, Duke meets Virginia, UCLA battles Wisconsin, and other big games line the slate. Purdue-Illinois TV showcase headlines the day with Purdue eyeing the Big Ten title and a Rose Bowl bid.
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Ezzard Charles Plans Knockout of Cesar Brion at MSG
Ezzard Charles aims to KO Cesar Brion in a 10 round Madison Square Garden bout telecast tonight. The former heavyweight champion, a 3-1 favorite, faces Brion a rugged 6-2, 196 pounds with an 38-7 record and 18 kayos. Charles holds a 76-8-1 record with 48 knockouts.
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Western Illinois routs St Ambrose 46 0 in 4th quarter surge
Western Illinois defeated St Ambrose of Davenport 46 to 0 as seven players scored touchdowns. The 20 point lead after three quarters expanded with four late scores, marking St Ambrose's worst defeat in history.
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Big Ten title race peaks with Purdue Michigan Minnesota clashes
The Big Ten title hunt narrows as Purdue Michigan and Minnesota face pivotal games. Michigan hosts Minnesota in theBrown Jug clash at Ann Arbor while Minnesota seeks another upset run after edging Northwestern and beating Illinois. Illinois targets first conference win against Purdue as homecoming at Champaign.
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Bradley Favored Over Drake in Nonconference Game
Bradley rated slight favorite to beat Drake in a nonconference football clash in Des Moines. Both teams sport 2-3 records. Drake relies on passing with Jim Norman to Joe McClaran, the nation’s top receiver, to spark the attack.
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Charles Brion bout in MSG tests boxing odds
Ezzard Charles faces Cesar Brion in a 10 round champ hunt at Madison Square Garden. Charles seeks a knockout to regain momentum after disputed losses while Brion, a heavy spoiler, aims to spoil the plan and TV telecast adds pressure on both camps.
Davenport Team Blanks Muscatine B-Squad 46-0
Davenport freshmen-sophomore squad crushed Muscatine B-Squad 46-0 on Thursday night in Davenport. The bigger team opened with long TD runs and sharp passes to build a wide margin as Muscatine threatened near the two-yard line late. Burlington’s next trip to Muscatine aims to close the 1952 season.
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Marciano Retains Title Amid Uncertain Challenger Talk
Marciano keeps the championship amid discussion of challengers. Al hopes Rocky stays champion but warns Charles could become a dangerous top contender. The piece weighs whether Charles can topple Cesar and end the unpredictability surrounding the title race.
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