Oklahoma Reclaims No 1 in AP Football Poll
Oklahoma rises to the top of the AP football poll, overtaking Ohio State. Kentucky jumps to third while Army and California hold strong positions, with Texas and Illinois advancing. Kentuc ky, California and Texas all plot key games as the season nears its end.
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Barefoot Kicker Nears All Time Extra Point Record
Barefoot Bobby Fuller of Arizona State leads the nation in point after touchdown accuracy with 42 of 44 this season. He uses a wide 6G shoe and barefoot kicks to power high arch conversions. Robot Robert may tie or break the all time 47 extra points held since 1944.
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Griff aims for Lou Boudreau to join Senators at 81
Washington veteran Clark Griffith marked his 81st birthday by offering Cleveland Indians great Lou Boudreau a contract to play shortstop for the Washington Senators. Boudreau, 33, free agent since his Indians release, has also drawn interest from the Yankees and Red Sox. Griffith hopes to hear a reply by next Monday and envisions Boudreau as regular shortstop to lift the team toward the first division.
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Baseball Gate Drop Attributed To Five Causes
Washington a study by the Radio Television Manufacturers Association cites weather shifts in team performance postwar peaks novelty TV ownership and too many major league sports casts as the main reasons for a 10.5 million drop in paid admissions in 1950 Major League attendance fell 13 percent minors 19 percent across 55 of 60 leagues The analyst argues TV can boost revenue despite early losses and that crowds remain vital to TV fans and players.
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Louis in Top Shape for Bout at Chicago Stadium
Joe Louis is in excellent condition for his 10 round comeback against Cesar Brion at Chicago Stadium on November 29. Both fighters passed physical tests conducted by the Illinois Athletic Commission with Dr John Houston noting Louis blood pressure and pulse were good.
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Griff Seeks Century Milestone Amid Birthday Cheer
Washington friends gathered as Griff celebrated his birthday with a vague hint of a second goal tied to living to 100, reflecting a light personal moment rather than a formal event.
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Roundup of sports notes and loose links across diverse leagues
Lefty James, Cornell football coach, injured in an automobile crash while rumors swirl about a Minnesota job. Connie Mack at 87 eyes golf again to prove golf is not just for the young. Oklahoma’s rugged rushing against Missouri injures head linesman Bourrette. Lou Perini seeks to buy Boston College coach contract, sparking Army Notre Dame chatter. Dempsey’s book tour highlights the champion, while wrestler Reynolds shares bond with his bed-bound father. Bob Smith high praise at Texas A&M. Cronin new to golf and coaching. Indiana prep stars depart for college. notable 6-11 Jimmy Slaughter to watch at South Carolina.
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Missouri
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Denny Myers
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Des Moines
Class B Playoff to Go on as Planned
Preparations proceed for a Class B scholastic football title game in Huntington Saturday between Poca and Huntington Vinson. Executive Secretary W R Fugitt of the Athletic Board of Appeals officially confirmed the opponents and said tickets would go on sale at Huntington and the two schools. The game is set for 2 p.m. Saturday at Fairfield Stadium in Huntington.
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Prince Favored To Cup Hollywood Gold Cup
Inglewood Calif Hill Prince top weighted 130 pounds for the $100,000 Hollywood Gold Cup on Dec 9 at Hollywood Park. Noor Noor Irish bred also 130. Weights set for 57 nominees with Calumets Ponders 125 and Bewitch 113 Theory 111. Hill Prince favored to win Thursdays $35,000 Thanksgiving Day Handicap over a mile. Your Host 123 Palestinian 122 Assault 121 Bernbrook 120 Vulcan's Forge 118 also listed.
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Pro Basketball Last Night's Results
Boston at New York opened the schedule with notable action while Tri Cities faced Baltimore in New York. Rochester played Indianapolis and Washington met Philadelphia as the night’s games unfolded.
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Communists Attack Louis as Imperialist Propaganda Target
AP Sports Writer Richard O'Regan reports Balkan communist papers condemn Joe Louis as a symbol of American aggression. They allege his 1949 trip to Brazil and speeches promote war and the American lifestyle. The piece cites claims that American sports corrupt youth and import criminals. Syracuse University's 1949 team is noted for a 1,300 yard passing game.
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