Arm Improves Yet Open Champion Keeps Concern
National Open golf champion Ed Furgol reported improvement in his ailing right arm after a brief practice in St Louis. He said he would train progressively if pain stays down, though doctors warned of possible surgery if a muscle gap does not close. Furgol’s left arm remains permanently stiff and shorter due to a childhood accident.
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Bowling New Mens Major League Team Leads With High Scores
Bank of Raleigh and Beckley Insurance post strong marks as Quality Lumber Co. leads in team high series with 2771 and team high game 989. Individual bests include Si Muloe with 663 and B. Shumate with a top game.
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Mountaineers to host Fordham in 1953 clash
West Virginia A renews its grid rivalry with Fordham on November 6 at Mountaineer Stadium Morgantown. The last meeting in 1950 ended 27-23 in favor of Fordham.
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Popson Named SC Player of the Week by Furman
Furman halfback John Popson was voted Southern Conference Player of the Week after scoring two touchdowns in a 19-7 win over Davidson, giving Furman a share of the conference lead. He also had a 103-yard kickoff return last week against The Citadel. West Virginia’s Freddy Wyant was also honored prior to nominations. Other nominees included Richie Gaskell, Albert Grieco, Nick Servidio, and Bill Cranwell, with Cranwell directing Virginia Tech in a 6-0 win.
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Coach Expects More VPI Fire Against Tribe
BLACKSBURG Va A Friday preview quotes Virginia Tech coach Frank Moseley predicting a stronger offense for the upcoming game against William and Mary. He cites fuller pep, Wright back at halfback beside Dickie Beard, and greater offensive and aerial support. Attendance records are expected to fall as Miles Stadium raises capacity to 17000 for homecoming with extra bleachers.
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Swink Averages 9.2 Yards in Early Big 12 Showings
TCU sophomore Jim Swink, aged 18, rushed 14 times for 9.2 yards per carry in his first two games against Kansas and Oklahoma, highlighting a bright start for the Horned Frogs.
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West Virginia Faces Panthers as Undefeated Mountaineers Prep
Coach Art Lewis said WVU must be fully on guard for Pittsburgh in Morgantown as top rivalries shape a busy weekend. Virginia Tech hosts William and Mary while George Washington offers free tickets to Armed Services guests for a Friday night clash with Richmond.
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Laurel Hosts Inaugural Spalding Lowe Jenkins Stakes Victory
Twink wins the first Spalding Lowe Jenkins Stakes for juveniles at Laurel in 1928. Lier ciaihy Boston Blair 134 Dallas and Lulu Perez 131 Brooklyn draw 10. Detroit Virgil Akins 153 St Louis outpoints Henry Hank 14944 Detroit 8. Chicago Bob Boyd 160 Chicago knocks out Jimmy Welch 16042 Columbus Ohio 4.
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Donaldson and Kernic Named WVU Pitt Captains
West Virginia University coach Art Lewis names senior center Chick Donaldson and end John Kernic co captains for the Pitt game in Morgantown. WVU hopes to set a stadium crowd record near 33,000 as the Mountaineers chase a possible undefeated season and bowl berth amid state-wide buildup and secretive practices.
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Branca's Rise and Fall From Diamond Glory
A retrospective on Ralph Branca at 28, once a Dodgers ace and World Series participant. It traces his early promise at 21 in 1947, the fateful Thomson pitch, the crowd scenes and acclaim at post ceremony, his lingering arm trouble, and later career stumbles with Detroit and the Yankees as he searches for a new job.
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Cassidy Named Back Of Week by Scribes
Ohio State halfback Howard Cassady earned The Associated Press Back of the Week after a standout performance against Wisconsin. He intercepted a pass and returned it 88 yards for a third quarter TD, plus 59 rushing yards on seven attempts, two receptions for 25 yards, and key blocks that helped OSU pull away. Wisconsin coach Ivy Williamson praised him as the difference.
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Highlanders End Season With Friday Night Showdown
Ansted High School Highlanders close their 1954 football slate against Shady Spring Tigers. After recent wins over Lookout and Lewisburg, Ansted seeks a third straight victory to lift to 4-5 and avenge last year’s 37-0 loss. The Tigers visit for a tight season finale.
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Boyle Grabs Passing Lead In Southern Conference
Furman quarterback Jim Boyle overtakes the league in total offense and passing, boosting his yardage with 116 more yards to 490. Virginia Tech’s Dickie Beard remains second in total offense and tops the circuit in rushing with 418 yards. Boyle adds 25 completions for 368 yards and three touchdowns, moving West Virginia’s Fred Wyant from the lead. George Washington’s Len Ciemnicki holds the top pass receiving spot despite no catches against William & Mary.
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Northwestern Eyes Upset of Ohio State to Salvage Season
Northwestern coach Bob Voigts aims to shock top ranked Ohio State after three losses by a touchdown in the last four games. The Wildcats, buoyed by improved ball security and a stout defense, face Woody Hayes led Buckeyes with stars Cassady Watkins Leggett and Bobo as key threats.
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Wyant Leads SC All-America Nominees List
Richmong six man Southern Conference area nominating board adds five players to All-America consideration. Full back Nick Servido Virginia Military West Virginia Joe Marconi center Bill Marfito William Mary end Tom Petty Virginia Tech halfback Dick Nicholson West Virginia name Freddy Wyant West Virginia quarterback as top pick. Other vote recipients include Lamone Wright Preas Bosley Popson and several single voters.
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Betsy Rawls Leads First Round of Texas Open
Betsy Rawls 71 tops first round of the 19th Woman's Texas Open at River Crest Country Club in Fort Worth. The defending champion had a four-under 71 after a strong front nine and four late birdies. She draws Mary Nell Weathered in opening match play. Whitey Lockman, Giants first baseman, made 40 putouts in the World Series with errorless defense.
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