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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1963
Page
8
Jack Nicklaus, 23, wins the Masters by one stroke over Tony Lema, with Julius Boros and Sam Snead two back. He earns 20000 and leads PGA money list at 36715 as Palmer and Player fade in Augusta.
Former Ohio University basketball star Bunk Adams, now a private in the Army, talks about the Pan American trials in Kansas City and his hopes to compete in the Olympics. He recalls coaching influence from Jim Snyder, his scoring record at OU, and plans after service. He notes life in the public eye with the name Bunk and memories of Toledo games.
Carlos Ortiz easily defeats Cuban challenger Doug Vaillant by technical knockout in 49 seconds of the 13th round before 18,000 in San Juan Puerto Rico. It is Ortiz's second defense of his 135-pound title. purses totaled about 66 5000 for Ortiz and 6500 for Vaillant with gate around 110 000.
Ortiz earns a decisive victory in a bout described as a tithe defense. The article also notes guest speaker Dick Kazmaier at the Green and White Sports Appreciation banquet on April 23 and honors 13 Ohio sports figures from across the state.
A dense OCR-like listing shows weekly results for multiple local businesses and sports teams, followed by a note on two ACL first games in the Athens County League. Teams Ames-Bern, Rome-Can an clash Southern Division, Chauncey and York Northern in a Tuesday schedule.
Herb Score, once a top strikeout ace and former AL Rookie of the Year, retires after being optioned to Indianapolis by the Chicago White Sox. His 1955 16-10 season and 1956 20-9 with Cleveland are cited as career highlights amid a lingering from a 1957 line-drive injury.
Bobby Marvin of Columbus died when his car flipped and burst into flames during a 100 mile Langhorne Speedway race. The accident occurred in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, authorities said.
Paul Amedie resigns from Kent State University football staff to become athletic director and head football coach at St Procopius College in Lisle Illinois.
Cincinnati opens the 1963 National League season with a sellout crowd of 30 000 as the Reds face the Pirates. Jim O'Toole is named the starter and Cincinnati hopes for a strong season after last year’s derde finish. Susan Schroder will throw the ceremonial first ball to Gov. Rhodes, who then pitches to City Manager Harrell.
Xavier starts with Hirzel or Wright against Ohio in a non conference tilt at Trautwein Field. Ohio, 3-2 after sweeping Miami, relies on Jim French and Drew Ward who lead hitters at .389 and .381 with eight RBIs. They welcome Kent State for two home games this weekend beginning at 3 15 p.m. Detroit defeats Chicago 7 4 in a best of seven semi final 4-2.
The 27th Masters at Augusta saw Jack Nicklaus win by one stroke over Tony Lema with 286. Sam Snead, age 50, finished tied for third at 288 after late-round heroics and costly late holes. Gary Player started five behind and finished well back. Arnold Palmer ends with a 291 for ninth.
The Glouster Kiwanis Club meets Monday at 6 30 p m in Hotel Gordon with Enlon Grubbs reporting on conservation and agriculture. Jacksonville adult choir meets Monday at 7 30 p m and Chapter CBS 192 gathers Tuesday at 7 30 p m. Glouster Development Corp and homecoming committee convene Tuesday at 7 30 p m in the Civic Center. Jacksonville Mothers Club hosts a meeting Wednesday at Mrs Bonnie Oskey's home with Mrs Mary Davis as co host. a stork shower for Mrs Jackie Kahne is planned. Glouster School alumni banquet and dance set for Saturday June 1 at 6 30 p m and 9 p m to 1 a m with Don Bryan and The Toppers providing music. reservations due May 28 to Mrs Phyllis Koons in Jacksonville. Chauncey Loyal Women’s Class of Chauncey Church of Christ to meet Thursday at the Parish House for the 53rd anniversary with a noon pot luck. Sunday guests of Mr and Mrs E C Shirkey include their son and daughter in law Mr and Mrs Byron Shirkey of Columbus. Chauncey PTA to sell hot dogs Wednesday at noon.
Bartlett Chapter 280 Order of the Eastern Star will hold its annual inspection at 8 p.m. April 25 with Deputy Grand Matron Faye Harris as inspecting officer. A dinner at 6:30 p.m. in the Masonic dining room precedes the meeting. Reservations to Mrs. Carol Ormiston by April 22. GLOUSTER The N.T. Club met at Mrs. Charles Swartz’s Broad St. home with readings for Easter season and prizes awarded to Mrs. Johnston and Mrs. Cheney. May meeting to be hosted by Mrs. Kate Vaughn. GLOUSTER WSCS of the Methodist Church met with 17 members. officers reelected. Rag-rag sewing planned for rugs. desserts served by Mrs. McAfoose and Mrs. Byers. SUNRISE RITES SET JACKSONVILLE Easter sunrise services at 6 a.m. at the Jacksonville Methodist Church with special music and program.
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