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Newspaper

The Pocatello Post

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1949

Page

8

Torrid Bostonians Edge Yankee Nine To Take Lead

Boston Red Sox rally in the eighth inning turns a 6 3 deficit into a 7 6 victory at Yankee Stadium. Dominio DiMaggio and Ted Williams spark the rally as Boston moves into first place atop the American League ahead of New York. Pitchers Kramer and Page suffer decisions as the Sox claim the win.

Bostonians Yankee NEW York Boston Red Sox New York Yankees Yankee Stadium Joe Page Page Grandstand Red Sox Fred Sanford Birdie Tebbetts Lou Stringer Dominic DiMaggio DiMaggio Phil Rizzuto Rissuto Tom O’brien Stringer Phil George Stirnweiss Johnny Pesky Ted Williams Tommy Henrich Junior Stephens Henrich Bobby Doerr Pesky Yankees Bill Grieve Boston McDermott Kramer Kinder Tebbets Batts Byrne Sanford Reynolds Niarhos Houk

Bills Upset Forty Niner Gladiators in AAC Clash

United Press reports the Buffalo Bills, 13 point underdogs, stunned the San Francisco Forty-Niners 28 to 17 to claim the first upset of the season. Batterman opened the defense for his backs, while quarterback Batterman completed 15 of 20 passes for 224 yards. The loss lets the Cleveland Browns seize undisputed first in the AAC after a 28 to 20 comeback win over the Baltimore Colts in Baltimore.

United Press Buffalo Bills George Ratter Bills San Francisco Buffalo Notre Dame Bill Cleveland Browns Browns Baltimore Baltimore Colts

Baseball schedules and pitchers listed for tonight

Probable hurlers and records shown for American League and National League games. Raschi Cleveland Garcia Haefner Dobson Scarborough Raffensberger Polletis Werle highlighted as scheduled night games with singles and team matchups at New York Chicago Cincinnati St Louis Pittsburgh.

Ban New York Raschi Cleveland Garcia Chicago Haefner Boston Dobson Washington Scarborough Cincinnati Raffensberger St. Louis Polletis Pittsburgh Werle

Buckeye seniors top history with 20 on roster

RECORD CROP COLUMBUS Ohio State football lists 20 seniors the most in Buckeye history.

Columbus Ohio State Buckeye

Indians Face Caldwell In Home Big Six Tilt Friday

Pocatello high school prepares for a Friday 3:30 p.m. kickoff at the Spud Bowl with a full strength Indians squad. Coach Chace Anderson emphasizes last year's upset and this season's aim to open with a Big Six win underdog Caldwell.

Pocatello High School Chace Anderson Caldwell Pocatello Pocatellans Cougars Indians Anderson Forrest Russell Caldwell Cougars Idaho State College Caldwell Crew Pocatello High School Indians LeRoy Garland Garland Keith Stanwood Stanwood Cougar Ed Wagner Bill Nibler Wagner Denny Keys Richard Pickett Keys

Ex Fighting Irish Ace Defeats Green Bay In Openers

The Chicago Bears opened the 1949 NFL season with a 17 to 0 win over the Green Bay Packers. Johnny Lujack led the Bears with two passing touchdowns, a field goal, and two extra points, scoring all points in the victory while the crowd chanted Oh Johnny.

Johnny Chicago Bears Bears Green Bay Packers Johnny Lujack

Caldwell Cougars Falter In Big Six Preview

Caldwell faces a tough Big Six season with limited talent and one conference win. LeRoy Garland anchors the offense at quarterback while guard Lloyd Horn and tackle Don Taylor lead a light line. The Cougars opened 1949 with Parma 0 0 and Idaho Falls 0 6, then were shut out 27 0 by Twin Falls.

Cougar Caldwell High School Lloyd Horn Russell Cougars Caldwell Idaho Falls’ Tigers Idaho Falls Wagner Pickett Parma Hank Powers Mighty Twin-Palls Bruins Caldwell Gang

Fight Clubs In Fast Major Bowling League

The women’s Major Bowling League meets Fridays at 6 15 p m with squads including Mountain Electric Zweigarts Sapphire Lounge Hudson Transportation Sherwin Williams Green Triangle and Rocket Lounge Lola Harris of Zweigarts leads scratch averages and high series while seven teams compete without handicaps.

Mountain Electric Zweharts Sapphire Lounge Hudson Motor Orange Transportation Sherwin Williams Green Triangle Rocket Lounge Zweigarts Lola Harris Blanche Claunch Pearl Smith Laura Fawson Charlotte Jensen Marsha Blamires Melba Lambert S. Miles Sally McNeal Bessie Botts Carol Garza Doris Serean Florence Stewart Goldie Everfordt Bessie Joest Aston Anderson Clarice Mitchell Millie Anderson Phyllis Nelson

Dragons May Play All Grid Games Away From Home

Malda Idaho may shift all home football games to opponents fields due to poor field conditions. Superintendent Charles O Simp son and Coach Ralph Crowton said negotiations are under way for the new schedule after Malad was defeated 32 7 by Bear River. The Dragons face Montpelier tomorrow at Montpelier.

Malda Charles O. Simpson Ralph Crowton Malad Bear River Dragons Montpelier

Memphian Ho Mer Lee Demonstrates Dual Shoe Pitching

Ho mer Lee, famed for throwing a shoe in each hand, displayed two perfect finger throws in Memphis Tennessee. The top shoe rested over the other creating the illusion of a single shoe while neither touched the stob.

Memphis Tenn Homer Lee

Farmers Pokes Settle Scoring Issue In Rocky Mountain Tilt

Colorado A. and M. Aggies meet Wyoming Cowboys in a marquee Rocky Mountain clash after a noted victory over Denver. Wyoming seeks offense against defense as Bowden Wyatt’s team eyes another big win while regional inter sectional games dot the schedule. Colorado honors Friday with Idaho State and a slate of other pairings.

Denver Colorado Wyoming Cowboys Rocky Mountain Colorado College Idaho State Colorado A. & M Ags

Yankees Clashed With Umpire After Red Sox Win

Cliff Mapes and umpire Bill Grieve nearly fought after the Monday game as Johnny Pesky scored Boston’s winner. Mapes chased Grieve toward the umpires’ dressing room while Berry intervened to separate them and guide Grieve away.

New York Yankee Cliff Mapes Bill Grieve Yankee Red Sox Grieve Johnny Pesky Boston Yankees Mapes Charley Berry

Bengals Face Colorado College In Homecoming Tilt

Idaho State football, underdog again, hosts Colorado College in Pocatello for homecoming. Bengals aim to fix blocking and backfield issues after a rough showing versus College of Idaho, with Jay Paris set to return and a heavy Wednesday scrimmage planned.

Idaho State College Johnnie Vesser Italo Babe” Caccia Colorado College Pocatellans Nesser Caccia Bengals

Nampa Twin Falls Clash Looms In Big Six Title Race

Nampa and Twin Falls head toward a decisive Big Six showdown on Bruin ground after strong wins. Pocatello, Caldwell, and Boise chase upsets as Idaho Falls and Boise brace for home stand. Brown's Bulldogs hold edge. Twin Falls fans eye victory on Friday night.

Twin Falls Caldwell Hayman Depesters Bruin Hank Powers Magic Valley Boys Cougars Pocatello Boise Nampa Babe Brown Bulldogs Powers Chace Anderson Pocatellans Caldwell Cougars Idaho Falls Boise Braves Braves Brown

Intramural Football Starts at Idaho State

Idaho State College launches its intramural football season under athletic director Byrne Fernelius. Two leagues formed: Campus league with halls and faculties. Fraternity league featuring Phi Delta Chi IKs and others. Games held at 4 15 p m on designated fields with schedule through the week.

Idaho State College Byrne Fernelius Colonial Hall A. V Turner Hall Bengal Lancers Xi Thets Bengal Lacers Phi Delta Chi Faris Hall

Downey Meets Aberdeen Tigers In Next Football Test

Downey's Bulldogs host the Aberdeen Tigers on Wednesday in their second game of the season. Last week they were shut out 19-0 by Snake River. Downey squad members include Darrell Parris Ned Gibbs Dee Christensen Harvey Galloway Ken Kingsford Benny Davis Paul Newbold Gail Nielsen and several others.

Downey Bulldogs Aberdeen Tigers Snake River Darrell Parris Ned Gibbs Dee Christensen Harvey Galloway Ken Kingsford Benny Davis Paul Newbold Gail Nielsen LaVern Brim Leon Thompson Eldon Helmandollar Merrill Evans Monte Bloxham John Thompson Max Phillips Monte Treasure Thalye Denny Fred Picklin Perry Davis

Popular Tag Match Slated At Armory Tomorrow

An Australian tag team match is set for tomorrow evening at the Pocatello National Guard armory. A personal bout between Marice LaChappelle and Floyd Hansen is anticipated after LaChappelle finally beat Hansen for the Intermountain junior heavyweight title in Utah last week.

Pocatello National Guard Marice LaChappelle Floyd Hansen LaChappelle Intermountain Hansen Utah

Gate City Wrestling Card Promises Thriller Show

United Press notes a 90 minute or two fall main event with Williams Kell and Pesky among stars. LaChappelle teams with Kenny Mayne and Gypsy Joe partners Hansen for a strong bill. Lefty Pacer vs Glen Detton opens a fast paced card at 8:30 p.m. in the Gate City.

the Gate City LaChappelle Kenny Mayne Hansen Gypsy Joe Lefty Pacer Glen Detton

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