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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1950

Page

8

Denison Upsets Harvard as Cincinnati and Toledo Win Big

Denison University defeated Harvard 55-46 in Granville improving to 2-4, while Cincinnati Bearcats topped Xavier 83-70 and Toledo routed Mississippi College 91-54. Tom Connor led Muskingum with 21 points in a 72-62 semi final win over Kansas Wesleyan, as Central of Missouri edged Wheaton 68-57 for the Midwest tournament final berth.

Cincinnati Toledo Ohio Denison Harvard Granville Crimson Cincinnati Bearcats Xavier Bearcats Larry Imburgia Mississippi College of Clinton Miss Jerry Bush Baldwin Wallace Hope College of Holland Mich Muskingum Kansas Wesleyan Terre Haute Ind Ohioans Central Missouri Wheaton Illinois Muskies Coyotes Kansas Tom Connor Jack Swingerman Don Anderson Ohio Denison Mississippi College Baldwin-Wallace Hope College UCLA Pittsburgh High School Youngs Chaney Canton Linecoln East Liverpool Lancaster Youngs Raven Canton Timken Zanesville Rosecrans Columbus Central Athens Mansfield Toledo Waste Hamilton Massillon Dayton Dunbar Hamilton Catholic Western Hills Lima Columbus North Devilbiss Akron North Lima Central Philadelphia Syracuse

Central College Pirates subdue Athens in low scoring win

Columbus Central defeated Athens 39 24 as defense stifled the Bulldogs. Ralph Nuzum exited early with an injury though center work and rebounding powered the Pirates to the victory led by Ted Alexander and Marvin Hairston.

Columbus Central Pirates Athens Harry Lackey Ralph Nuzum Nuzum Central Ted Alexander Jim Widdoes Nick Parkis Howard Cassady Frank Watkins Johnny Smith Big Bob Smith Widdoes Bill Hairston Watkins Bulldogs Smith Hairston Parkis Marvin Hairston Alexander John Bolin Plains Varsity Athens Gyf. Pt Pecterin Ha O. Citta Temnioaitece Weeguopa B.hairston Germany Berens and Reichley

Illini Fall To DePaul In Close Big Ten Opener

Illinois dropped a 68-65 decision to DePaul in Chicago. Iowa and Northwestern won on the road in Milwaukee as Minnesota and Indiana fell. Wisconsin defeated San Jose State 75-59 in Madison.

Duquesne Detroit Long Island Western Kentucky Cornel Stanford Arizona CCNY Northwestern Marquette Washington St. Louis Arizona State Tempe DePaul Illinois Wisconsin San Jose State Iowa Chicago Loyola Indiana State San Diego State Southern California St. Marys Marquette University Milwaukee Loyola of Chicago Californians Madison Michigan State Minnesota Indiana Penn State Ohio State Princeton Butler Drake Pitt Western Reserve Michigan Notre Dame

Vet tests to curb doping at small Ohio harness tracks

Ohio State Racing Commission rules that county fair pari mutuel harness races must hire a veterinarian to saliva test the winner. The commission will pay at tracks with daily wagering over 15 000. smaller tracks pay themselves. The ruling affects all but Delaware County Fair and may force some fairs to drop pari mutuel wagering or racing.

Columbus State Racing Commission Delaware County Fair O. C. Belt Commission Ohio County Ascot Park Beulah Park River Downs Hamilton Randall Park

Calumet Farm Owner Warren Wright Dies at 75

Warren Wright, 75, owner of Calumet Farm, died at his Miami Beach winter home after a three week illness. He built a famed racing and breeding empire since 1931, inheriting part of his father’s fortune and shaping American turf history. He and wife Lucille Parker Wright were with him. son Warren Jr. present at death. Wright was born September 25, 1875 in Springfield Ohio and began with the family baking powder firm in 1890.

Miami Beach Fla Warren Wright Calumet Farm Wright Lucille Parker Maysville Calumet Baking Powder Co Chicago Springfield Ohio Baking Powder Company

Florida Gators roster totals five seniors seven juniors ten sophomores

Gainesville report notes the Florida basketball squad comprises 22 players with five seniors seven juniors and ten sophomores.

Gainesville Fla Florida

Illinois Coach Diagram Plays Fast Break Guard-Around

In this NEA feature by Harry Combes Champaign Illinois outlines a fast man break strategy. Captain Don Sunderlage initiates a guard-around play with 2 setting a screen for 1 while 3 dribbles to draw the defender. 4 screens near the tee circle and 1 drives for a hand off before Sunderlage finishes with a layup as 5 falls back for balance. California's optional guard is noted.

NEA Harry Combes Ilinois Champaign Lil Illinois Don Sunderlage Sun- Harry Combes Derlage

Only Rizzuto Couldn’t Be Pitched To, Sawyer Says

Eddie Sawyer, in Norfolk, claimed all Yankees except shortstop Phil Rizzuto could be pitched to. He notes scouting was meticulous as Foxy operators tracked pitches against NL hitters, and argues that hitting weaknesses and team spirit determine games beyond pitching strength.

Rizzuto Sawyer Harry Grayson NEA New Orleans Norfolk, Va Eddie Sawyer Yankees Phil Rizzuto Phillies New York Americans Benny Bengoughs George Earnshaws Hiddie Phil Tizzu Scooter Rizzuto Bombers Philadelphia Whiz Konstanty Roberts Raschi Reynolds Lopat Ford Miller Huggins Babe Ruth

Battle of Words in Rose Bowl Today

Pasadena officials expect a box lunch talk at the Rose Bowl with Michigan coach Bennie Oosterbaan and California mentor Lynn Waldorf as feature speakers. The event moves to the bowl for size, while Cal and Michigan prepare for New Year’s Day.

Pasadena Calif Tournament of Roses Wolverines California Golden Bears San Bernardino Michigan

Coaches Hatcheather says Sugar Bowl weather up in air

In New Orleans cold wet winds disrupt Sugar Bowl preparations for Kentucky and Oklahoma. Weather officials hesitate to forecast a fade in conditions by game time. Kentucky and Oklahoma practiced indoors part of Tuesday with Wilkinson noting defensive worries and Bryant praising his defense.

New Orleans U. S. Weather Bureau Kentucky Oklahoma Wilkinson Bryant

Miami coach promises hard practice before Orange Bowl

University of Miami coach Andy Gustafson says the squad will have another hard workout today while Clemson coach Frank Howard plans to ease up slightly for the Orange Bowl. Gustafson calls the previous drill the best and intends Saturday’s session to last about thirty minutes.

Miami Fla University of Miami Andy Gustafson Clemson Frank Howard Gustafson

Auto Racers To Get Awards

Washington D C will honor the nation s top auto racing figures with the inaugural Speed Age Magazine Awards to recognize drivers mechanics and car owners on merit. Winners in three groups national championship big car racing strictly stock car racing and sports car racing will receive engraved watches.

Washington D. C Speed Age Magazine Des O'Reilly The Magane Detroit New York City Daytona Beach Florida Indianapolis Milwaukee Langhorne Penna Springfield Pikes Peak Hill Climb Syracuse N. Y Detroit Mich Sacramento Calif Phoenix Ariz Bay Meadows San Mateo Darlington S. C

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