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Newspaper

Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1961

Page

4

Hurt Lancers Rally to Win Over Jordan

Dave Kalisi reports the Hurt Lancers staged a late rally to defeat Jordan in a basketball showdown. The win boosts Hurt’s standings as key players led scoring and clutch plays down the stretch.

Millikan Strikes for Quick TDs in Victory over Downey

Lakewood star Lance Gilman sidelined by injury as Lakewood rallies for two fourth quarter touchdowns to beat Jordan 21-14. Millikan stage a late third quarter surge led by Lyn Uprien and Ed Pridy. Rams break Moore League tie at 2-2 with a 14-0 Downey win on Viking field. O'Brien to Pridy ignites late drive then Theisen seals with rush. Downey threats stifled by Millikan defense.

Lance Gilman Lakewood High Jordan Lancers Lyn Uprien Ed Pridy Millikan High Downey Viking Rams O'brien Pridy Ofl Tnd Millikan Jed AL Nuss Millikan Wayne Northcutt John Theisen O’brien Auril i

Lakewood Lakers rally in Moore League win over Lancers

Lakewood ground game churned for 273 yards as the Lakers defeated Witt halfaeste Miles An Jond’s Lancers 14-13 to climb into a third place tie with Millikan. Jordan Jed led a 98 yard drive capped by Fred Campbell's 12 yard TD run. Bruce added a key extra point and Lakewood recovered an onside kick for insurance.

Jond Millikan Lakewood Fensive Jing Dick Arvey Richard Zasiro Panthers Jordan Jed Fred Campbell Chuck Bruce Lancers Ollside Jack Hale Jordan Farrah Gaventeli Pat Bruce Fiest Gasser

Blades add two players to face Seals in arena game

The Blades strengthen for tonight’s matchup with the San Francisco Seals in Sports Arena by adding veteran Richard Willie O'Ree and defenseman Jean Marc Picard. O'Ree, the first Black player in the NHL, was acquired from the Montreal Canadiens, announced by Blades GM Jack Geyer. Vic ard joined from the Seals as part of a prior trade.

Blades San Francisco Seals Lockey Lhfe Western Hockey League Willie O’ree National Hockey Teague Jean Marc Picard O'Ree Montreal Canadiens Jack Geyer Seals

Wiley Ties for Lead in Gardena Valley Open

Wiley shares first-round lead at Gardena Valley Open after firing 66 on his home course Western Avenue Municipal. He joins Bob McCallister and Chuck Katar in a three way tie for the lead as Friday play continues with a $7,500 purse.

Rol Wiley Pat Wiley Western Avenue Municipal Bob McCallister Chuch Katar

Smitheran Leads Bruins to 21-20 Victory in Narrow Bowl

Smitheran fired a 21-yard scoring pass to Jobo Tigner with 60 seconds left as UCLA battles back to edge Poly 21-20. Pearson set a rushing record with a 20-yard score, while Wilson’s late defensive stand preserved the comeback.

John Tigner Wilson High Poly Jack Smitheran Charles Williams Tigner Wilson Skip Shuman Smitheran Bruins Bruin Dick Wulfsberg Paly Pearson Belitime Lonrth Jobo

Jets Equal ABL Point Mark 121

Los Angeles Jets tie the American Basketball League scoring record against the Chicago Majors with a 121 point effort. Key players include Angues, Spivey, Panis, Cane, Wilkinson, Davis, and others contributing on offense. final totals show strong team scoring and a competitive showcase in Kansas City.

Jets Kansas City Los Angeles Jets Chicago Angues Ni Spivey Wess Panis Ph Cane Hig Pee Aigus Bekarson Coleman al ‘Finlay Wilkinson Wibaon Blue O Davis National Basketball Asia Southern Divis STERN Portlandt Mit Roston Sookane Brulsgenshis Los “Angeles Osu Syracuse Puritan Fa Los Angeles Fem Ames Cincinnati San Francisco Los Angele St Louis Ato Snoxane Calgarchicago Detroit New York Providence Pringtiard Duchee Hershey Philadephia Boston San Fran Rochester Wershey Ivan James Tontant Los Angries Cleveland Artisburgh Washington Hershey Hawaii Rot Braveland Ean Fecqeioes Suahec Sorlnafield Thal Bowling Ames Pittsburgh Leagie Dallas Voor Eteai Grey Kansas Edmonton Imei Ilios Calgary Seattle York Vancouver Los Angeles Umah

Fairfield Leads UCLA in Junior College Meet

Fairfield defeats UCLA 3 7 as Dh, Vilanova, and Washburn lead. Phersen and Sterling score for East Central and Santa Barbara, Pepperdine, Chico State, and Cal poly junior colleges. Balorada and Bernarding noted in results.

UCLA Fou Lona Beach Bierce Th Sa Sheaani Samle Ria Zon Bernarding

Unclear sports calendar item with fragmented names

The readable fragment mentions Stanford and San Francisco venues and teams, with unclear event names, times, and results. It references USF and USAC related terms, arenas, and possible matchups but lacks coherent details or outcomes to summarize a specific game or date.

Stanford USF USAC Ips Axcel Park Syrethga Rach Bang Alam Ainio Silenc Braine Mogkay San Francisco Ve. Blades Bisoor Bickers Pat Ag Wai Toraon Tate

Gunter Tops Keen in Ascot Cycle Finale

Gunter, a top amateur rider, defeated Neil Keen to lead the final motorcycle racing program at Ascot Park on Friday night. The event drew attention with notable finishes and a crowded lineup, though the readable text shows fragmented names and results.

Gunter Topples Keen Ascot AL Gunter Neil Keen Ascot Park Wehaail Rane Witcher Balpuvaledra Richaresem Jens Genelips Netlin Tony Dash Cunter Tanner Bruce

High School Grid Scores Across Leagues

Villages and schools report football and grid scores from leagues including Coast and Suburban. Notable results include Western 14 Newport Harbor 12 and San Gabriel Valley matchups with Artesia and La Serna posting decisive wins.

Ca Wilnon Eit Ague Catholic Cathedral Notre Dame & Coast League Exnteantalie Gartiemse Warren Goinulen Western Newport Harbor AY Weague Iors Ta Eile Soulie Boingrane Estminsiar Rancho Alardlgs Masta Mesa Orange O San Briel Valley el Wanchai Caniainie OE Norwalk Excelsior &Bullflower Santa Fe Suburban League Artesia LaSerna Othe Srs Seevila Cantwell Fermin Lasuen

State Poloists Triumph In Marathon Water Polo Thriller

Long Beach State staged a third period rally and a sharp defense to edge host Fullerton 8 to 7 after five overtimes. The marathon game featured extended play and key performances from LBST players amid chaotic early moments and tense late defense.

Long Beach State Fullerton LBSE Babee Sind Renaud

Smith's 7 Goals Pace Vibes to 15 9 Victory

Smith's seven goals lead the Vibes in a 15 9 win over Riccilli's 236 Game, as Fred Riccilli enters the Long Beach City College bench in the second half and the Toros snap a 14-all tie to claim victory. Los Angeles Toros remain in contention as LBCE hosts the Monarchs in a close match.

Smith Valley Fred Riccilli Long Beach City College The Monarchs Los Metro Angeles Toros Vicot Ant Sam Tultory Fort Worth Cumevis Jefferson Arena Sallard

Heath Added to Ascot Title Tonight at Ascot Park

Heath of Northridge passed a special physical Friday and was cleared to run USAC 4 percent lap national sprint car race at Ascot Park tonight. He previously lost a bond racing in Illinois in 1953 and later raced elsewhere but lacked USAC permission until now. The card features A. J. Foyt Jim Hurtahise and Parnelli Jones with qualifying at 7.30 pm.

Heath Northridge Ascot Park Iliana A. J. Foyt Jim Hurtahise Parnelli Jones

Hunt Sparks Ram Harrier Win At Long Beach State Meet

Hunt Sparks Ram Harrier to victory as 1.8 mile course at Long Beach State College yields 8:38.0 pace. Wilson’s depth edges Panthers 26-29 in Moore League action. Jordan places first and second in the meet with Lakewood and others referenced.

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Sports on Radio TV el alata recap game ties

Radio and TV sports wrap notes a week of tied games. Thomason faces Faimert as Fahy Alonat or Lo are mentioned in scattered results. KNXT coverage highlights key matchups and lingering season concerns with minimal detail.

el Alata KNXT Caces Peale Af Thomason Faimert Fahy Alonat

Soph Sparks Detroit Upset Villanova in Big Win

Detroit trotted Ron Bishop and Jack Lower for the first full‑time duty of the season and connected twice in the third and fourth quarters to beat Villanova 20 to 6. Bishop threw a 10 yard TD to Lower in the third, then a 25 yard TD pass to seal the game in the fourth for Detroit.

Detroit UPI Sophionore Ron Bishop Jerry Gross Jack Lower Tal University of Detroit É Villanova Bishop Lower Mona Joe Okick

Harness Results City Basketball FIRST RACE TAilE

Race results list drivers, horses, and payouts across multiple pacing events. Names include Harwood, Zanten, Grenier, Proctor Yao, and several substitutes. times and placements noted with betting odds and scratches.

Championship rasslin at Aud tonight features Blassie

Freddie Blassie defends his world heavyweight title at Municipal Auditorium against Ricki Starr in a bout billed as a marquee event. The card also includes Dick Hulton versus Gorril Smith in a one hour match, Leo Garibaldi vs Gorgeous George in a special event, and Mike Mazurki against Fritz Von Goering in the 8 PM opener.

Ricki Starr Freddie Blassie Municipal Auditorium Blassie Dick Hulton Gorrl Smith Leo Garibaldi Gorgeous George Mike Mazurki Fritz von Goering

Tanforan Race Card Friday First Through Ninth Races

Race results from Tanforan show multiple events across furlongs from 4 to 5 12 furlongs with listed horses jockeys and payouts. Notable results include RootMe eight to five to one and Woolen Lady with time 1 14.4, plus numerous scratches and payouts across the card.

RootMe Reau Jennings API Coop Wrays Seraten Plein” Lover Knee Deen lalach-Dorén Yanez Sedwood Pal Pacheco Tve Black

Caliente Racecard Notes and Payouts Summary

Caliente track results show multiple races with times, payouts, and scratches. Notable entries include Rickey and Pretty Lee in early races, and Wedding Guest in a later event. Daily double paid 5159.00 with eleven races listed and total wagered payouts around 6340.

Biun Trace O'Rourke Dr. Adashek Hubbard Hidako Rickey Pretty Lee Kins Derk Reaards Wallisty Soe Crisis Duke of_Glamonds Buena Salud Princess Baby Kathy Jane Gonzalez Avie Aye Hisian Ossullvan King Rowe Benny Bull Ableenv Suthwest Kid Kinss En Gustin Pederson Tvo Double Bosey Medina Healrly Herrera Mizer Pedersin Emirs Sonos Glyndon’l Prairie Galan Auson Vivanco Euchie Bow Peify Arenes Reace On Rage Liz Gwen Lora Burning Muse Jonas Windy Admiral Ganziz Helens ‘Gem Balaski Am Sia Weattua Ldsvs Quintela

Taenata Beaton Surges as Bees Tie Taenata 39 19

In a rugged junior varsity game, Taenata Beaton leads Bee team to a 39 19 victory over Taenata as Millican and Bawney contribute key points and defense.

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Cal Freshmen Edge UCLA Frosh 21 18 at Coliseum

California Freshmen edged UCLA Frosh 21 to 18 in a Friday preliminary game at the Coliseum. Tom Blanchfield converted key plays to secure the win amid chaotic scoring and partial lines from the muddled OCR text.

Cal Tom Blanchfield California Ucla Frosh Coliseum Gtanehfield Teunis Pat Alan Kit Ela Zeno Arens Wetret

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