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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1950
Page
8
University of Toledo considers joining the Mid-American Conference after its spring meeting in Oxford May 26-27 tied to track golf and tennis carnivals. Athletic Director Barney Francis sees basketball as the best quick scheduling option while football faces limited MAC rival prospects.
Indians and Reds to launch 1950 season before large crowds opening day at Cleveland and Crosley Field. Pitchers Lemon and Hutchinson to start for the two clubs with Bruce Boudreau and Lou Boudreau managing. Weather favorable for most games with showers possible.
In a dreary Notre Dame diamond game, Ohio University defeated Notre Dame 4-1 as Bob Perman held the Irish to four hits. Rod Andrews relieved in the ninth to quell a late rally. Meadows, Hrasch, Shreffler, and Sjoberg drove in runs for Ohio, with Nemes taking the loss for Notre Dame.
Old Pal of Doubleday’s Egad! Major Amos B. Hoople declares the Philadelphia club will win the National League title, citing hitting pitching and youth. He envisions a Cleveland Philadelphia Boston Pittsburgh New York Brooklyn Detroit St Louis lineup and notes Lou Boudreau and Luke Easter as key figures.
Kentucky Derby candidate Lights Up, linked to George D. Widener, may become his first starter in the Derby on May 6. Trainer Bert Mulholland predicted a bright Derby horse, noting Lights Up’s late two year form and strong distance liking despite a slow start this year.
Carmen Graziadei, 44, of Port Huron Michigan, registered with Schmidt Beer team, collapsed dead in his Columbus hotel room while competing in the American Bowling Congress tournament yesterday. Local organizers reported no foul play.
Fourteen changes shifted top spots on day three of the ABC bowling tournament. Individual leaders include John Strobel 679 in singles and Daniel Christine 1818 in all events. Doubles leaders Michael Cordisco Ellis Klepper 1224 and teams Manhattan Cigar Store Lima Copp advance to third.
The Plains High Indians beat Buchtel 3-1 to stay within two games of league leader Waterloo. Russ Tinkham pitched effectively as Plains broke a 1-1 tie with two runs in the third inning.
Local sports men formed the Meigs County Beagle Club at a meeting last Thursday night. The club plans to welcome members from surrounding counties and invites prospective members to attend the next meeting on April 28 at the 2nd Ward Fire Station or write Edward Robinson, Box 302, Pomeroy.
The Columbus Red Birds host the Indianapolis Indians in the American Association opener with potential attendance of 14 500. Harvey Haddix likely faces Bob Malloy as both clubs feature new players including Vince Moreci Larry Miggins Frank Shofner and Bill Sarni for Columbus and Dino Restelli Chuck Stevens and Whitey Platt for Indianapolis. The series runs through Friday with Louisville and Columbus scheduling subsequent games.
Tuesday schedules include Nelsonville at Logan and other high school baseball games across multiple towns. Michigan State to face Texas A&M in 1952 football to mark first Southwestern Conference opponent since 1934. hockey playoffs Chatham defeat Toledo 2 1. Boxing results list Villemain and Famechon victories with weights and locales.
Marietta College eight oared crew schedules two races this spring on Muskingum River against Washington Lee University May 5 or 6 and the Dad Vail Regatta with site TBD. Co coaches Bill Wiant and Gus Schatzel train five veterans and seven others on the Muskingum. The team hopes to race Florida and Poughkeepsie trips from last year while awaiting a possible Intercollegiate Rowing Association invitation.
The Ohio University rifle team ended its season with a 1382 to 1346 loss to Ohio State at the OU Stadium range. OU standout scorers were William White 278 Don Satava 276 and Pete Atherton 275. Ohio State topped with 290 by George Martin as the Buckeyes claimed the Big Ten title for the second straight year.
Athens District Officials Association will meet Wednesday at 7 15 p m in the men's gym at Ohio University for the annual election of officers for the 1950 51 season. Secretary Treasurer Bob Bauer announced today. All new officials are welcome to attend.
Point Pleasant High’s Big Blacks defeated Pomeroy High Panthers 14 to 7 after a nine-run first inning. Leadoff Durst led with three of four, Hatfield, Caudill, Kayser and Bonecutter added two hits each, while Gibeaut earned the win and Burdette pitched the seventh.
Logan hosts its third wrestling program of the season at 8 p.m. in Eagles Hall under the Logan Aerie 2168 softball committee. Main event features Henry Gia Marco of Dayton versus Art Shawrver of Chillicothe in 160 pound one fall 60 minute limit. Dale Williams of Mansfield meets Gypsy Joe Snyder in a 20 minute opener. Sammy Wangler of Parkersburg meets Jimmy Ault of Maysville in 160 pound one fall 60 minute time limit. A tag team match adds attraction bringing all contestants into the ring.
At Charleston, Point Pleasant bowlers from Appalachian Electric Power Co. lost two matches to Charleston teams. In the main bout, Charleston defeated Point Pleasant by 95 pins as Dick Speas rolled 609 and Claude Frischette 529. In the mixed match, Point Pleasant was beaten by 294 pins, with Tommy Rose leading the locals at 500.
Cincinnati report says the Little Rock Travelers a Detroit Tiger farm club were fined $500 for illegally signing 18 year old farm pitcher Faye pSatemeNessy in a case confirmed by Secretary of Baseball Walter Mullery.
Ohio University travels to Marietta Country Club to face the Pioneer linksmen in the first of two matches this week. The Bobcats carry an 8-4-1 record into the opener and Marietta hosts its first match of the year.
The Cleveland Browns unveiled six Sunday home games starting Oct 1 against the New York Giants and closing Dec 3 with the Philadelphia Eagles. Contests begin at 2 p.m. with a pre season exhibition Sept 1 versus the Chicago Bears. Forward Leon Blevins scored 28 points for Arizona against West Virginia for 1948-49 season high.
The Pirates list Vic Lombardi as their lightest and shortest member at five feet seven inches and 155 pounds. He stands out among the team for his compact frame while contributing as a pitcher.
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