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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1957

Page

10

Ohio Faces Kent in Return Game as Xavier Looms

Ohio University prepares for a return MAC battle with Kent State at 8 tonight in Men’s Gymnasium. Ohio seeks a 7-5 record while Kent peers at 2-7. Xavier travels for a tough Saturday test led by Jimmy Boothe and Corny Freeman as OU freshmen clash Sigma Nu in the 6:15 opener.

Ohio Kent Kent State Xavier Ohio University Jim Snyder Flashes Bobcats Musketeers Jimmy Boothe Sis Redskins Moore Dave Scott Bob Anderson Don Lifft Sigma Nu Fraternity

Wildlife Science Growing By Dion Henderson

Wildlife management is shifting from amateur hunter expertise to professional science. Advocates argue experts should guide deer, pheasant, and fish policy, citing Wisconsin pheasant gains from research and the waste when nonprofessionals block harvest. The piece foresees a pivotal decision on hunting and fishing policy.

Associated Press Jim Kimball Minnesota Division of Game and Fish Kimball Nebraska Dakotas Michigan Georgia Ernest Swift National Wildlife Federation The Federal Service Wisconsin

Development Focus at Tennis Association Meeting in Chicago

The U S Lawn Tennis Association held its annual meeting in Chicago with plans to boost junior players around age 18. President Renville McCann said development would be a major topic amid recent losses to Australian stars and a push to strengthen youth programs.

Chicago U. S

Bruins Open To Return Of Sawchuk

Boston may bring back Terry Sawchuk after suspending him for missing a practice. Norm Defelice, recalled from Hershey, made 34 saves in a 2-2 tie with Detroit, and manager Lynn Patrick left the door open for Sawchuk to return.

Bruins Sawchuk Boston Norm Defelice Terry Sawchuk Defelice Hershey Detroit Hershey Nets Red Wings Bill Dineen

OU Swimmers At Kentucky

Coach Bob Bartels and the Ohio University team travel to Lexington to face the Kentucky Wildcats in a bid for OU's first dual meet win of the season. Capt. Bill Faunce and Al Lephart overcome car troubles to swim, as OU aims to repeat last year's 55 to 24 victory.

Bob Bartels Ohio University Lexington Kentucky Wildcats Bobcats Bill Faunce al Lephart OU Tankmen Wildcats OU Bobkittens Ohio Columbus

Maglie Signs Pact With Dodgers At $30,000

New York reports Sal Maglie agreed to terms with the Dodgers for a $30,000 salary. The 39 year old right hander won 13 games and lost five after being acquired on waivers from Cleveland in May. He pitched a no hitter against Philadelphia last September 25.

New York Sal Maglie Brooklyn Dodgers Sal Cleveland Philadelphia

Allen to WC Banquet Columbus Touchdown Club

Mel Allen will serve as master of ceremonies at the Columbus Touchdown Club banquet this evening. About 20 nationally known sports figures and other guests attend the second annual event in Columbus.

Columbus Mel Allen New York Columbus Touchdown Club

Maxwell Award winner misidentified by city detectives

Oklahoma star Tommy McDonald, in Philadelphia to receive the Maxwell Award, was mistaken for a bandit by two detectives in a downtown air office. The incident ended with McDonald recognizing the officers and the clerks absorbed the error, noting the suspect’s likeness to a drawing.

Philadelphia Oklahoma Tommy McDonald McDonald Detroit

Athens Bulldogs faces key SEOAL test on Wellston court

Athens travels to Wellston for a pivotal SEOAL game that could reshape the standings. Nelsonville leads 5-1 with four teams at 4-2 and several others in the mix, while Athens aims to slow Wellston and position for a late title push.

Athens Rockets Kent Galvin Athens Bulldogs Wellston Rockets Logan Nelsonville Greyhounds Wellston Pomeroy Gallipolis Middleport Jackson Jackets Nelsonville Jackson Athens Gary

Bruins Aim For Tie In County League Showdown

Bert Barnes leads undefeated Buchtel Bruins 5-0 in the Athens County League as they host Trimble hoping to clinch at least a tie for the loop crown. Trimble and Roy Allen's Cardinals threaten the title chase while Ames Bern Albany Rome and The Plains eye second place. Racine hosts undefeated Torna against Rio Grande in a Gallia County matchup.

Athens Wellston Logan Nelsonville Gallipolis Jackson Middleport Pomeroy Trimble Buchte the Plains Rome Albany Ames-Bern Rio Grande Racine Sandyville Wahama Chauncey McArthur Coalton Rutland Glouster Caldwell Bert Barnes Buchtel Bruins Athens County Bruins Buentel Cardinals Roy Allen Tornadoes Ohio

Four Tied At Caliente Open Leads At Tijuana Club

Four players share the lead at Caliente Open golf in Tijuana Mexico after posting four under par 68. Harry Weetman Mike Souchak Julius Boros and Len Kennett added strong bids as Weetman set a nine hole course record of 29 on the back nine at the Tijuana Country Club.

Tijuana Mexico Harry Weetman England Navy Weetman Mike Souchak Julius Boros Len Kennett Camp_ Pendleton Calif Marine Base Tijuana Country Club

Jones Choice In TV Fight

Ralph Jones a top middleweight contender eyeing a title shot this year after tonight’s 10 round televised bout at Cleveland Public Hall versus Hardy Smallwood of Brooklyn. Jones recalls a close loss to Gene Fullmer last April and aims to avenge that matchup while he pursues another title bid.

Cleveland Ralph Tiger) Jones Cleveland Public Hall Jones Gene Fullmer Hardy Smallwood Brooklyn Fullmer Sugar Ray Robinson Tiger Full Yonkers N. Y Smallwood

Weeb Ewbank Remains As Colts' Head Coach

Baltimore owner Carroll Rosenbloom announced that Ewbank will stay on as head coach for another year. The decision ends weeks of speculation about Ewbank’s future with the Colts after he joined the team three years and four days ago with a plan to build a new regime.

Baltimore Wilbur Weeb Ewbank Baltimore Colts Carroll Rosenbloom

New Chairman Elected in Cincinnati Baseball Writers Group

Lou Smith, sports editor and baseball writer for the Cincinnati Enquirer, is the new chairman of the Cincinnati chapter of the Baseball Writers Association of America.

Cincinnati Lou Smith The Cincinnati Enquirer Baseball Writers Assn. of America

Rudy Garcia Outpoints Bobby Bell In Los Angeles Clash

Rudy Garcia of Los Angeles won a decision over Bobby Bell of Youngstown in a 10 round bout held in Los Angeles. Garcia secured a clear victory on points to improve his standing in the lightweight division.

Los Angeles Rudy Garcia Bobby Bell Youngstown

OU Grapplers Hit the Road for Nonconference Matches

Ohio University wrestling heads to Findlay College this afternoon and to Baldwin Wallace in Berea Saturday for nonconference bouts. Coach Fred Schleicher shifts lineups for heavier weights, introducing Terry Clovis at 130 pounds while Joe Ornowski stays at 123. Co captains Nevits and Sforza move to 147 and 157, Napoli takes Nevits spot at 137, Rudo and Baratta move up a class, Staschiak assumes heavyweight duties, and Findlay previously beat OU in Columbus. Baldwin Wallace also hosts OU after beating Indiana State Teachers College.

Ohio University Findlay College Bobcats Grapplers Athens Berea Ohio Yellow Jackets Baldwin-Wallace Bobcat Findlay Fred Schleicher Schleicher Terry Clovis Joe Ornowski Tom Nevits John Sforza Rudy Napoli Nevits Steve Rudo Carmen Baratta John Staschiak Tom Shallcross Columbus

Dark Sought By Three Ball Clubs

St Louis shortstop Alvin Dark, aging veteran of the Cardinals, remains a hot trade target. General manager Frank Lane disclosed three offers received a month earlier from the New York Giants Philadelphia Phillies and Cincinnati Reds. The Giants originally sent Dark to St Louis in a four for four deal that brought Red Schoendienst.

ST. Louis Alvin Dark St. Louis Cardinals Frank Lane Kiwanis Lane New York Giants Red Schoendienst Philadelphia Phils Cincinnati Redlegs

USLTA 76th Annual Meeting Opens Friday in Chicago

The United States Lawn Tennis Association begins its 76th annual meeting in Chicago this Friday and Saturday amid concerns over American amateur tennis after Davis Cup losses to Australia. Debates focus on reviving national singles and doubles and improving the sport domestically.

Chicago U.S. Lawn Tennis Assn Australia Ken Rosewall Lew Hoad America USLTA

Shade Reserves Rally Past South Canaan In OT

The Shade High School reserve squad beat South Canaan Baptist cagers 49 to 48 in overtime after a tight game this week.

The Shade High School South Canaan Baptist Cagers

NHL Scores Tie Detroit Boston Inso?

Detroit and Boston finished 2 to 2 in a tied NHL game. Ball State defeated Wabash 83 to 74 in a college matchup.

NHL Detroit Boston Ball State Wabash

College basketball scores and NBA results summary

Bradley defeats Houston 81 to 64 Creighton beats Drake 74 to 60 Rio Grande tops Villa Madonna 72 Arizona State 86 over New Mexico Highlands 66 NBA action St. Louis 106 over Fort Wayne 82 Syracuse 108 to 103 Philadelphia New York 94 Minneapolis 93

Arizona State New Mexico Highlands St. Louis Fort Wayne Syracuse Philadelphia New York Minneapolis

Dark Horse Bradley Tops In League

Bradley, long regarded as a conference dark horse, upset Houston 81 64 to move to 5 0 in the Missouri Valley and reach a 12 2 overall record. The Braves employed a full court press to disrupt Houston’s stall and built a 45 28 halftime margin.

Dark Horse Bradley Bradley Missouri Valley Houston Braves Kansas Jayhawks Associated Press Iowa State North Carolina Maryland

Golfer Gets Stiff Penalty At Tampa Open

Fay Crocker shared the lead in the Tampa Women’s Open after 18 holes while Mickey Wright, from San Diego, incurred a 24 stroke penalty for carrying an extra club. Wright shot 104, losing ground from her Sea Island win, as two strokes were added for each of her 12 holes before the mistake was caught.

Tampa Fla Fay Crocker Mickey Wright San Diego Sea Island

Iowa State uses old fashioned tactics to upset Wilt Chamberlain and Kansas

Iowa State defeated Kansas 39 to 37 using deliberate ball control to slow Wilt Chamberlain, moving Don Medsker from the boards to limit rebounds. The piece contrasts this strategy with modern fast scoring and recalls Ohio University beating Marshall 22 to 21 with similar patience.

Iowa State Kansas Wilt Chamberlain Cyclones Wilt Don Medsker Chamberlain

All But One On Block

Chicago Cubs manager Bob Scheffing reveals Ernie Banks is the sole roster player not for sale as the club seeks a center fielder. Cubs aim to trade for Lee Walls or Richie Ashburn while keeping Banks at shortstop unless Jerry Kindall proves ready.

Chicago Ernie Banks Chicago Cubs Bob Scheffing Cubs Lee Walls Pittsburgh Pirates Richie Ashburn Philadelphia Phillies Gene Baker Scheffing Banks Jerry Kindall University of Minnesota Kindall

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