Notre Dame Retains No 1. Maryland, Illinois Rise in AP Poll
New York The nation’s football experts keep Notre Dame at No 1 with 79 of 125 first place votes and 1,159 points. Maryland climbs to second and Illinois rises to third after a week that saw Notre Dame beat Penn State and Maryland defeat George Washington. Michigan State moves to fourth and Georgia Tech slips to fifth as Oklahoma and UCLA rise, with West Virginia eighth after a close win over Virginia Tech and Texas entering the top ten by replacing Duke.
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Queen's Jockey Rides at Laurel
Laurel Md Harry Carr first jockey for Queen Elizabeth rides the British horse Harwin in the Washington D C International at Laurel Park tomorrow. The 36 year old veteran has ridden in many countries including England France Ireland Belgium India and Ceylon. Harwin is among long shots in a stellar field of ten from six nations in the mile and a half classic postponed from last Saturday by a blizzard that left the Laurel grass course snow covered.
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Key to the City for Chuck Dressen in Oakland
Charles Dressen, famed for leading Oakland to a Pacific Coast League pennant in 1950 and later managing in Brooklyn, will be presented with a key to the city at a noontime luncheon. Dressen has returned to manage the Oaks again, drawing praise from local fans.
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Hogan Cops 4th PGA Golfer of the Year Award
DETROIT The PGA Golf of the Year award has existed six years and Ben Hogan has won it four times. He received the honor at the 37th annual PGA dinner last night but could not attend due to prior commitments.
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West Virginia Tops VPI But Top Teams Falter Across Nation
By Bob Wills fans note rough week for top ten teams. Baylor fell 21-20 to Texas, Notre Dame barely beat Penn, Maryland edged past George Washington 27-6, while West Virginia routed VPI 12-7. WVU’s prospects for a Sugar Bowl bid rise with strong finish and a potential extended streak. athletic notes praise WVU coaching, players and depth, including Wyant and Marconi.
Worden Varaitis Allman Recreate Blasting FB Role
Notre Dame stars Worden Varaitis plus Indiana Gene Allman are praised as powerful backs in a summary of the 28 20 Irish win over Penn highlighting Worden s 101 yard effort in the 27 14 win over Georgia Tech Varaitis opened the season with a game winning TD against Vanderbilt and a late drive against Navy Ameche Allman and Turner are noted for key performances in Wisconsin Virginia Tech and Georgia Tech with Penn State and Texas games cited as context
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GW Squad Rates WVU Better than Maryland
George Washington University notes WVU would beat Maryland based on depth and speed. WVU already defeated GWU 27 to 6 in a season matchup, and GWU cited WVU’s strength would outpace the Terps if the teams met.
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South Carolina Eyes Upset at West Virginia Clash
South Carolina, weakened by injuries but improving with experience, travels to Morgantown to face No. 1 West Virginia in a key test for both teams. The Gamecocks seek a landmarks win behind QB Johnny Gramling and receivers Clyde Bennett, Bill Marker, with ground threats from Gene Wilson and Mike Caskey, while WVU aims to extend an undefeated season led by Freddy Wyant and Tommy Allman.
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Notre Dame Faces Tough Atlantic Coast Test At North Carolina
ND and WVU enter a demanding non-conference slate as ACC coaches watch. Three of five opponents rank among AP top 11, with Notre Dame undefeated and No. 1 set to meet North Carolina in Chapel Hill for a high-stakes clash.
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Tar Heels falter as ACC faces tough slate this week
The Tar Heels, losers of four straight, focus on fundamentals under Coach George Barclay. Maryland and Mississippi renew prior drama as top teams clash. West Virginia hosts South Carolina after the Gamecocks’ 18-0 win over North Carolina, with injuries clouding their lineup. Duke and Clemson eye easier outs while Duke disputes a controversial call from Saturday's Navy game.
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Southern Conference Eyes Do or Die ACC Showdowns
Richmond Virginia report notes the Southern Conference aims to finish the 1953 football season with a winning record against ACC rivals, in a new league perceived with big league flavor. Through ten prior games this fall, Southern Conference teams have faced seven ACC members as the season winds down.
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ACC Teams Lead in Football Standings and Big Week Ahead
West Virginia, ranked eighth, is favored to beat South Carolina and North Carolina State in upcoming games while Furman trips Wake Forest on November 21. The Citadel faces Clemson with slim chances as the Southern Conference race narrows to a 5-8-1 mark against ACC foes. West Virginia rests after a 12-7 victory over Virginia Tech, their 13th straight win.
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Six Gamecock Players Said on Injury List
South Carolina's football squad opened drills for the West Virginia game with six players sidelined by injuries from the North Carolina clash. Tackle Ned Brown Charlie Camp and Hugh Merck guard Frank Mincevich center Hugh Bell and end Clyde Bennett are unlikely for contact work this week. End Spec Garner and quarterback Harold Lewis are also doubtful due to light ailments.
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West Virginia Univ Basketball Clinic to be held Dec 5
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