57th World Series Opens in Pittsburgh Amid Yankee Strength
Pittsburgh hosts its first World Series in 33 years with the Pirates underdog against the New York Yankees. Vern Law will start for Pittsburgh against Art Ditmar. Weather sunny with a high around 65, 38,000 in Forbes Field.
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My spinning reel journey and the lessons learned
The writer recalls buying a spinning outfit and learning to cast with it. He describes early mishaps such as line spurting, a missed release, and a prank with a fishing plug. He notes difficulties with line twist, spool access, drag settings, and switching reels left handed, then shares a distant Camp Kanawha carp tale and various practical tuning tricks.
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Wright named AP back of the week in close LSU bid
Quarterback Jim Wright of Columbus Mississippi gained 154 yards rushing and passing and led a late Memphis State bid against Ole Miss. The AP back of the week honors followed a 31-20 Mississippi win with Jake Gibbs assisting for the Rebels. Other nominees included Ernie Davis and Roman Gabriel.
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Houk Emerges as Detroit Manager Candidate
AP reports Ralph Houk, New York Yankees first base coach, became a leading candidate to replace Joe Gordon as Detroit Tigers manager. He hinted willingness to consider a good offer, seeing himself as Casey Stengel’s probable successor, while noting age prompts caution. Also notes Buffalo Bills defense leads AFL after three games with strong yardage stats.
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Major college football stats highlight field goal surge
The NCAA Service Bureau released major college football statistics showing a notable rise in field goal kicking. In three weeks and 160 games, 60 field goals were made, with last season totaling a record 199 after the goalposts were widened. Syracuse leads national rankings in rushing defense and overall defense while Washington State tops passing and New Mexico State leads in scoring.
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Carey wins VFW golf title 8 and 6 over Tee Green
James K. Carey Jr. defeats Theron Green 8 and 6 to claim the VFW Country Club championship. Evelyn Dolan upssets Mrs. Ablen Sherier 2 and 1 for the women's title. Bud Castleberry beats Frank Bartgis 6 and 5 to win the men's second flight and George Scott overwhelms Dick Wenzel Jr. 9 and 8 in the third flight final.
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Lou Boudreau quits Cubs amid contract dispute
Chicago Cubs owner William Wrigley announces Lou Boudreau's resignation after being offered only a one year deal. Boudreau preferred a three year contract and will return to radio duties, with Charlie Grimm taking over as manager and remaining Cubs vice president.
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Mike Brittain to be honored by Senecas
Frederick Seneca football founder Mike Brittain will be honored Saturday at the Peter Pan Inn by Seneca players. The 41-45 squad members will be recognized Friday at the Frederick-Westminster game at McCurdy Field, seated in a special section.
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Umpire and Linesman Roles in Football Mechanics
Umpire covers the middle line to control fouls and action, staying close to the line five to eight yards behind the defense. head linesman judges offsides and downs, checks formations, and signals the referee. The piece notes the importance of experience and the need to study surrounding play rather than the ball, with a shout to Cliff Montgomery for football questions. It also mentions Eddie Shore in serious condition after heart attacks and Lincoln's 90 to 9 victory over Maryland State School for the Deaf in a season opener.
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Maryland seeks fullback to fill gap as Nugent shuffles lineup
Maryland coach Tom Nugent focuses on filling the fullback slot with Kenny Smith or Don Van Reenan amid academic and contract setbacks. Pat Drass surgery? arm injury questions. Rex Collins and others viewed as alternatives. Novak may miss NC State game prompting Jim Davidson or Tom Brown to start in backfield with fresh line changes and three new sophomores added to the line.
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Squirrel season opens with limited turkey hunt in Maryland
Maryland officials announce the squirrel and wild turkey seasons open with limited turkey hunting in Garrett Allegany Washington Worcester and Somerset counties and six squirrel daily bag 12 possession limit statewide. Director Ernest K. Vaughn urges safe gun handling and zero tolerance for drinking while hunting.
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Weeb Ewbank Eyes Sunday Clash With Packers
On the hill today coach Weeb Ewbank notes improvement from last year but anticipates similar results as the defending NFL champions face the Packers in Green Bay Wisconsin. A roundup of pro football notes follows with league moves and player decisions.
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Syracuse Votes No. 1 in AP Football Poll After Wins
Syracuse tops the AP poll as Ole Miss drops to second after a 14-7 win over Kansas and a 31-20 margin over Memphis State. Iowa, Davis, Ohio State, Purdue, Navy, Clemson, Arkansas, and Kansas round out the top ten. Duke, Wake Forest, Wyoming, and others also feature in early season matchups and upcoming battles.
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