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Newspaper
Phoenix Gazette
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1949
Page
24
The column notes a forecasted tie for the Phoenix Coyotes versus North High Mustangs game, reflecting balanced teams and equal scouting access. It also mentions Collier’s All Southwest honor for Wilford White, boxing judging nuances, and various sports notes including track guest mentors and national balloting insights.
Loyola Lions arrive from Los Angeles to face Arizona State College Sun Devils at Goodwin Stadium in Tempe with star halfbacks Giancanelli and Ferris listed as doubtful. Ferris has 210 rushing yards against Pepperdine, while Giancanelli is a key threat. Lions seek a five game win streak, the best since 1926, as coach Doherty guides preparations in Tempe with ticket sales brisk for the 8 p.m. kickoff.
In Manila the Philippines Open reaches the halfway mark with three Americans sharing the lead. Ed Porky Oliver posted a one over par 73 to match Dick Metz and J Morrison at 145 after 36 holes of the 72 hole event. Oliver and other Americans complain Bermuda greens hinder putting as explorers from Australia and Spain remain in the top ranks.
Jack Kramer, top pro tennis player, defeated Pancho Gonzales in straight sets 7-5 6-3 in Washington on November 25. Their transcontinental series now stands 18 victories for Kramer and 3 for Gonzales.
AP reports a wide slate of college football results. Cornell defeated Pennsylvania 29 to 21, Brown beat Colgate 41 to 26, Gettysburg triumphed 39 to 14 over Filin & Marshall, and Morris Harvey won 61 to 6. Other notable outcomes include Missouri seconded with a big 77 to 2 win, Western Reserve 30 over Case 0, and Marshall 7 over Cincinnati 2.
Advance reservations indicate strong attendance for Phoenix Union High School football at the Coyotes annual dinner to be held Monday night at Cubia's. Tickets available at the door or in advance from Gray Madison Jack Williams or Eli Gorodezky. dinner begins at 6 30 p m.
International Weather Service reports fair conditions for today tonight and Saturday at Lake Mead with a slight temperature shift. daytime high near 50 degrees and an overnight low around 45. Light winds and dry skies expected through the period.
Lemoyne powered to a 74 47 victory over Oakland City Indiana as college basketball action produced a convincing win. Lemoyne controlled the pace with strong defense and balanced scoring from its lineup.
Phoenix Tech Hornets defeated West Phoenix Thunderbirds 25 to 2 at North Phoenix Stadium before 3,000 fans in the season finale. Key plays featured Clovis Campbell Clifton Smith and Billy Mead with a 79-yard march and touchdown, while West High relied on Wayne Haley Clayton Wootton and Vicky Kay but could not stem Tech’s momentum.
New York report notes Army and Pitt each place two players on INS All East first team. Ivy League Penn Dartmouth Princeton Boston College Villanova Trinity also land spots. Highlights include Arnold Galiffa Lam bert Oberg Dan Feldberg Tom Rowe Ernie Stautner and Bernie Barkouskie among selected backs ends tackles and guards.
Williams Air Force Base Fliers meet Las Vegas Mustangs at Chandler High School in a 2:30 PM game to settle their gridiron differences after a 6-6 draw last week. The Fliers, slight edge due to outplaying the heavier Mustangs in the first meeting, seek a high scoring rematch on neutral turf.
Notre Dame faces crippled Southern California in a high stakes showdown with revenge on the mind. The Irish seek to extend an 18 game unbeaten streak while USC aims to upend the favored foe and snap a possible late-season dip. Coach Frank Leahy warns of a high scoring clash as injuries and past dominance shape the mood in South Bend.
Eastern Division standings show Syracuse leading with 11 wins and 1 loss followed by New York and Minnesota. Central Division lists Ft Wayne and Washton near the top, with Rochester and Baltimore also in the mix. Last night’s results include National 125 over Anderson 123 in five overtimes, and Scranton 53 over New York 45.
New York AP report notes looming bowl bids as Kentucky faces Miami and Oklahoma waits. Cornell beats Pennsylvania 29 21 to clinch Ivy title while Maryland Pacific and Texas boost post season chances amid a hectic Friday night college football schedule. Soccer?
The piece previews the final college football slate as top teams chase bowls. Oklahoma, California, Notre Dame, Army and Navy figure prominently in title and bowl possibilities, with planning for Sugar and Cotton Bowls and season-ending clashes highlighted. The Army Navy game in Philadelphia looms as a decisive capstone for both programs with Blaik and Sauer preparing dual platoon strategies and key players like Galiffa and Zastrow lined up for the showdown.
USC alumni group the Valley of the Sun Trojan Club will show a color film of USC football’s victory over UCLA. The event is Monday at 8 pm in Phoenix College Room 112 science building. Royal Marks, club president, invites all USC graduates to attend.
Johnny Revolta, pro at El Rio Golf and Country Club, is favored to win the Arizona Open at his home course. He has been shooting 68 or better since arriving at El Rio this month and will compete in a 54 hole medal play event starting tomorrow. Del Urich seeks his fifth title, with a strong field of pros and many Tucson and Phoenix amateurs entered.
Maurice Richard sparked Montreal as the Canadiens beat Toronto 5 to 3 after a 3 all tie. He assisted on the tying goal by Norm Dussault at 8 34 and scored the clinching goal five minutes later. In Chicago, the Blackhawks tied Detroit 3 apiece as three late goals completed a six minute surge.
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