anaheim-gazette 1952-09-24

Marciano Decks Walcott to Walcott in Greatest Performance Of Career Loses on One Punch By MURRAY ROSE PHILADELPHIA (P)—Rocky Marciano, the guy Jersey Joe Walcott and many others said "can't fight," is the new world heavyweight champion. "They'll probably say he still can't fight," said trainer Charley Goldman shortly after the dynamic, 28-year-old flattened Walcott in 43 seconds of the 15th round with one perfect right and sent him into retirement. "But who's going to beat him?" Marciano's manager, Al Weill, discussing the future of his fighter, said early today that Rocky's next opponent might be Rex Layne, Roland La Starza or Ezzard Charles. Maybe Walcott "Maybe it will be Walcott again," added the portly manager. "Who knows? Maybe he'll change his mind and not quit. All I know is that I signed a contract to meet Walcott again in 90 days and if he wants that fight he can have it. Only it's got be where I say—maybe Miami and maybe Chicago." Came Back Rocky was knocked to the canvas for the first time in his professional career. But, battered and bleeding, he came back to end one of the most exciting battles of modern times with one perfectly executed right hand blow to Walcott's jaw. Rocky followed with a left that grazed the stricken champion's head as the 38-year-old Walcott slowly fell to the deck. But it was the right that turned the tables just as it was Jersey Joe's one left hook that enabled him to knock the crown off Charles' head in the steaming heat of Pittsburgh on July 18, 1951. Fatal 10 Walcott's eyes went blank. The said the heart-broken ex-champion. He Has Money "He looked pathetic against the ropes and I don't want him to get hurt," said Bocchicchio. "He still has all his faculties and has money in the bank. Joe made over a million dollars in the ring. He's retiring. Joe has been a great champ and that's the way we want people to remember him." "Felix brought me this far from nothing," said Jersey Joe. "If he says I'm through, I'm through. We expect to go into business together. I don't know what kind of a business yet." Millions Traded Probably millions of dollars traded hands on the one punch. It was one of the biggest betting fights in years with Rocky winding up as the 9 to 5 favorite. Walcott, oldest champion ever to defend his crown, outweighed Rocky 196 to 184. The fight grossed $504,645 at the gate and theater-television probably will add another $125,000. On his 40 per cent, Walcott earned approximately $188,000. Rocky, cut in for 20 per cent, reaped about $94,035. Schantz' Cracked Wrist Good PHILADELPHIA, Sep CHAMPION—An elate gives out with a whoop after seeing Referee Ch plate the count that gave Rocky followed with a left that grazed the stricken champion's head as the 38-year-old Walcott slowly fell to the deck. But it was the right that turned the tables just as it was Jersey Joe's one left hook that enabled him to knock the crown off Charles' head in the steaming heat of Pittsburgh on July 18, 1951. Fatal 10 Walcott's eyes went blank. The old guy, who put up one of the greatest fights of his long career, still slowly to the canvas. One time was twisted under him and his forehead rested on the floor as Referee Charley Daggert told the fatal 10. Then Walcott stretched out on his back. Up until then it had gone mostly Walcott's way. Jersey Joe floored Marcelano in the first round. It was the first time the Rock had ever gone down. But he was up at the four count. It was a dilly the rest of the way. In the sixth, when they fought head to head, Walcott came out with a wide cut over his left eye while Rocky suffered his scalp wound. Ahead on Cards The old gent was well ahead on the scorecards of all three officials at the end. Referee Charley Daggert had it 7-4-1; Judge Pete Tennisco scored it 7-5 and Judge Don Taylor saw it 8-4. The AP scorecard had Walcott in front 7-4-1. There was hardly dissent in the house. Thus, as he won the title, Jersey Joe lost it—with one blow. "He's through," said Walcott's manager, Felix Bocchiechio. "Whatever Felix says I'll do." Colonists Work Hard to Prepare For Chaffey Couch Clare Van Hoorebeke ran his injury riddled squad through criminage and conditioning drills yesterday, and readied for another full session today in preparation for this Friday's meeting with Chaffey at La Palma park. Van Hoorebeke drew a small measure of comfort from the news that Fullback Jim Robertis was not hurt as badly as was first announced. Robertis' injury in last week's Redlands game was diagnosed as a fractured cheek bone. Latest reports haveounce in the sturdy frame of the shoemaker's son, and from the instant of its sickening impact there was never a doubt of what happened. Jersey Joe, an admirable old fighter in his final defense, went down... Sports Roundup By GAYLE TALBOT PHILADELPHIA (UP) — This was one that will go down in the history of great heavyweight fights. There hasn't been a greater one in the past 21 years to our certain knowledge. Going into the 18th round last night at Philadelphia stadium, we didn't think Rocky Marciano had an earthly chance of winning the title from Jersey Joe Walcott. The boy from Brockton was behind, 7 rounds to 5, on our scorecard, and he appeared to be fading. Then the Rock shot his right, and it landed flush on Walcott's jaw—almost the first punch of the round. It carried behind it every ounce in the sturdy frame of the shoemaker's son, and from the instant of its sickening impact there was never a doubt of what had happened. Jersey Joe, an admirable old fighter in his final defense, went down as though he had been poleaxed. A left hook caught him as he fell, but it meant nothing. He was insensible as his head struck the floor, and there was never a chance he would get up again. But as long as he was in there throwing those six ounces gloves the Pappy Guy from Camden gave the roaring throng as great a thrill as it is ever likely to get at a sports event. Marciano won the championship; Walcott won a respect he had never known before. He fought his powerful young opponent with a heart and a fury which were at times astonishing. Several times, even toward the end, Walcott ripped into Marciano with lethal left hooks to the body and head which almost sent the new champion down. Only a wonderful constitution kept Rocky on his feet. That is, of course, one of the requisites of a champion. Favorites Dominate BERKELEY (UP) — The favorites dominate the 63rd annual Pacific coast tennis championship tourney. Vic Selkas, the nation's top amateur, breezed past Don Jacobus College of the Pacific. Stockton, 6-2, 6-4, in third round play yesterday; Second ranking Dick Savitt eliminated Bill Hoepner, San Francisco, 6-3, 6-0; Arthur Larsen, San Leandro, defeated Charles Hickox, Stanford, 6-2, 11-9; Noel Brown, San Diego, defeat- ALCOTT to Become New Champ PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 24 — A NEW CHAMPION—An elated Rocky Marciano goes out with a whoop in the background after seeing Referee Charley Daggert complete the count that gave Rocky the world's heavywweight championship. Daggert, after counting out Jersey Joe Walcott to end the title fight in the 13th round here last night, leans over to help the defeated champion. AP WIREPHOTO Rums Finally Make the Grade, Cop Flag By RALPH RODEN Associated Press Sports Writer in Boston, the Indians were ambushed 10-1, by the Chicago White World Series, game and added. PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 24 — A NEW CHAMPION—An elated Rocky Marciano comes out with a whoop in the background after seeing Referee Charley Daggert complete the count that gave Rocky the world's heavyweight championship. Daggert, after counting out Jersey Joe Walcott to end the title fight in the 13th round here last night, leans over to help the defeated champion. By RALPH RODEN Associated Press Sports Writer The prospect of New York's "subway" World Series since is extremely bright today as the Brooklyn Dodgers already and the New York Yankeesiling on the door. Brooklyn provided the long suffering fans of Faltbush their first sleep in three years last as they clinched the 1952 national league pennant, their since 1890. Nightmares In the Brooks won the buntally three years ago but many number of the faithful experiencountless nightmares the two seasons. In 1950 the fans missed tying Philadelphia the pennant by bowing to the son the last day of the sea-Last year the Dodgers blew game lead and were beat-for the blue ribbon by the York Giants in a three-game战. Brooks nalled it up as Rutherford pitched Dressandies to a 5-4 victory over Philadelphia in the first game of non-night doubleheader. The won the anti-elimax game, 12 innings. No Chance Rutherford's seven-hit triumph Brooklyn 95 victories and impossible for the second-New York Giants to pull miracle. The Giants have series and only six games re-counted. Yanks, meanwhile, moved games ahead of Cleveland in running American league without flexing their musk While the Bombers loafed Bundup in Boston, the Indians were ambushed 10-1, by the Chicago White Sox. The Yanks' game with the Red Sox was rained out. Work for Tie New York can assure itself of no worse than a tie for the flag by winning only three of its remaining six games. Both the Yanks and Indians have each won 90 games but the crestfallen Indians have lost three more. Joe Dobson, a member of the Indians many moons ago-choked off his former associates on six hits while the White Sox flayed Mike Garcia and three firemen for 14 assorted blows. The A's nipped the Senators, 4-3, with old Bobo Newsom gaining credit for the victory. Bobby Shantz was struck by one of Walt Masterson's pitches in the second inning and suffered a broken left wrist. Came From Behind Brooklyn was forced to come from behind to beat the Phils before 24,408 screaming fans who shibwed up at Ebbets field for the kill. Gran Hamner rocked Rutherford for a grand slam homer in the third to give the invaders a 4-1 lead. The Dodgers got one back in the fourth on a four-bagger by George Shuba and locked it up against Karl Drews with three in the fifth. Pinch-hitter Johnny Wyrostek doubled home Ed Waitkus with the winning run in the marathon nightcap. The jubilant Dodgers hoisted Manager Charley Dressen on their shoulders during a gala celebration in their clubhouse. Praises Black Dressen praised rookie relief ace Joe Black and reserve outfielder Shuba. "We'd never won the pen-nant without them," Chuck said. The happy Dodger skipper said he may start Black in the first STANDINGS By The Associated Press American League W L Pet GBL New York 90 58 .609 Cleveland 90 61 .598 1½ Chicago 79 71 .527 12 Philadelphia 78 72 .617 13½ Boston 75 72 .567 World Series, game and added. "We'll give them a battle; no matter who it is." In other games, the St. Louis Browns defeated Detroit, 3-1, behind Bobby Cain and the St. Louis Cardinals nipped Cincinnati, 4-3, in 10 innings. A doubleheader between the Giants and Boston Braves was rained out. Pittsburgh and Chicago were idle. HOW MUCH FUN FROM STANDINGS By The Associated Press American League W L Pet GBL New York 90 58 .608 Cleveland 90 61 .596 1½ Chicago 79 71 .527 12 Philadelphia 78 73 .517 13½ Boston 75 73 .597 15 Washington 76 75 .597 15½ St. Louis 62 87 .416 28½ Detroit 49 101 .327 42 Yesterday's Results Chicago 19, Cleveland 1. Philadelphia 4, Washington 3. St. Louis 2, Detroit 1. New York at Boston, again. Pennant Races AMERICAN LEAGUE W L Pet GBL Brooklyn 95 55 .633 New York 88 69 .595 St. Louis 86 63 .577 Philadelphia 84 66 .560 Chicago 75 74 .497 20½ Cincinnati 66 82 .443 28½ Boston 63 85 .486 31 Pittsburgh 41.110 .272 54½ Test-day's Results Brooklyn 5-0, Philadelphia 4-1. St. Louis 4, Cincinnati 2. Boston at New York, rain. Only games scheduled. Watch the TV Football Game of the Week every Saturday on NBC STEFFY BUICK 410 S. LOS ANGELES ST., ANA 2 Anaheim Gazette WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 1952 ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA Venturi and Littler Favorites to Win Amateur Title PEBBLE BEACH UP—Defending Champion Ken Venturi, San Francisco, and Medalist Gene Littler, San Diego, 29-year-old sharp-shooters, were red hot favorites to win their matches today as 64 qualifiers began the opening round matches of the 1952 California state amateur golf tourney. The 6,661-yard, par 36-36—72 Pebble Beach course was the scene. Venturi, who automatically qualified, drew little known Al Roale, San Lorenzo, who made the title flight with a 36-hole total of 155. Littler, leader of the qualifying parade, took on Bert Schoux, dark horse from Concord who got in with 155. The San Diego youth, a navy seaman stationed at the training center here, topped the qualifying list yesterday with a two-day 36-hole total of 142. He posted a one under par 71 for each round. 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