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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1947
Page
5
Undefeated Elyria and Amherst aspire to extend perfect records as Shaw High and Medina challenge them this Friday. Warren’s upset of Shaw and Lorain’s scoring leaders shape a weekend of pivotal games across Lorain County with top players like Janowicz and Dover toppling rivals and regional standings tightening before key showdowns.
This week features a major clash between California and Southern California with a sold out Berkeley Memorial Stadium. California beat Washington State 21-6 and USC defeated Oregon State. Other results include Michigan 49-21 over Northwestern, Notre Dame 31-0 over Nebraska, Georgia Tech 27-7 over Auburn, Texas 21-6 over Arkansas, Army 40-0 over Virginia Tech, and Wisconsin vs Marquette among other regional games.
Harry Gilmer ran for a touchdown and kicked a field goal as Alabama built a 14 point lead that held in a 14-0 upset over Tennessee. Lindy Berry of TCU threw for a touchdown and sprinted 60 yards on a punt return to power a 26-0 win over San Antonio.
Brave Trucking defeated East Bridge Inn Bun Day at Olympic Recreation to join Mooseheart in a first place tie in the Elyria Moose League. Paradise Restaurant salvaged a single game as Mooseheart worked for a win. Broad Street Grill rolled a 2.604 series to pace the league, while LaGrange Hard wine posted a 674 single. Hill Mackin tied a season mark.
The Requited Press report notes coaches reacting to a quirky rule affecting Ohio State and others. Ohio State tied the score late as New Cornered’s Viol White booted three kicks, giving a 21-20 win for the Minskies while Akron, Wilberforce, and Denison mounted late efforts.
Elyria freshmen faced Rocky River in a tight meet described as a fast paced clash with leaders and runners pushing for early wins. The write up highlights standout performances and the crowd’s energy amid a chilly evening at the gym.
By Russ Davies the Pioneers travel to Shaw High to face the Cardinals in a critical Erie League bout. A victory would secure at least a share of the league title and mark Elyria’s 21st clash with Shaw dating to 1927, where Elyria holds a 10-6 edge.
Elyria and Shaw prepare for Friday night football at Shaw Stadium with 300 reserved seats at one dollar each. If demand exceeds supply, Shaw will provide 240 more ducats. Elyria is undefeated while Shaw stands five wins and one loss. Other Erie League matches and local high school games fill the schedule this week.
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Elyria High reserves coached by Ralph Benedict host Olmsted Falls in an Ely Stadium football clash. The Pioneer Jay Vees stand 3 2 after recent results including wins over Clearview and losses to Lorain and Westlake reserves. Kickoff is 4 o clock. They also travel to Berea Thursday for a second 4 o'clock start, which will close the season for the Sixth Streeters.
In a tight Eastern Division clash at Providence the Reds rallied to edge the Cleveland Barons 5 to 4. Scoring surged late as Hershey Betts and teammates pressed. Beaty and LeTier contributed for the Barons but fell short. The game featured several names from Providence and Cleveland noted in box details, with late frames shaping the outcome.
A fragmented OCR list shows season records and team names linked to Elyria opponents. It includes scattered entries like Shaker Heights, Sandusky, and Cayenne with unclear scores and stray letters, suggesting a winter or spring sports roundup.
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