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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1955

Page

14

Sullivan Delivers as Red Sox Split Twinbill in Washington

Sullivan pitched a 4-0 shutout to lift Boston over Washington in the night game while Norbert Zauchin connected on a two‑run homer in an 8-2 victory in the nightcap, trimming the lead to a half game behind Detroit with New York and Baltimore ahead in the standings.

Teague Gandous Ot Et — Schig Bob Grim Art Fowler Sullivan Red Sox Washington Detroit Sox Bob Porterfield Nor Zauchin Senators Boston New York Baltimore Brooklyn Cleveland Giantine Clengn Cube Milwaukee Larry Doby Mike Gar- Braver Cincinnati Ha Giants Duke Snider St Louly Pitt Burgh Philadelphia Phils Strapup Sah Mage Wes Iver Kart White Sox Spooner Jebhe Yanky Ed Roebuck Tigers Frank House Ernie Banks Jim King Sam Prank Jones Banks Lary White Mile Chicago Kansas City Athletics Rees Yanks Jack Duncan Tandy Lewis

Balloting Underway as HVA Stars Pick All Stars

Balloting begins for the Hocking Valley Association All Stars with fans to decide the starters. Albany faces Langstreth in a key clash to decide the league crown while managers confirm the All-Star plan and delayed second half play amid rain risk.

Hocking Valley Association Langstreth Albany Willay Chauncey Albany Opponts Anager Fai New York St. Louis Philadelphia Pittsburma Brooklyn Pam Pittsburgh Chicago Milwaukee Cincinnati SL Louis Tueasay Ginennatt St Loui

Bowling Tops CIO Shrine Wins at Point in Doubleheader

In Harmon Park night games Bowling defeated CIO 7-6 in the opener. The Shrine wins the second game behind strong hitting and seven runs across two innings. Bowling climbs from last place as CIO drops to third with a 2-1 record. Shrine remains strong with timely hitting and bullpen support.

CIO Shrine Rotary Harmon Park Sasen John Kine Howard Mier Shriners Jimmy Thomas

Edwards Merchants Meet for Top Spot

Edwards and the Merchants clash in a decisive high school basketball doubleheader at Sundown Park tonight. Local standouts Buchel Thomas and Smith lead the contenders as they bid for sole possession of first place. Murray City also features in the tight three team race.

Ohio Logan Wenight Emake Aren ‘Boye Sundown Park Beech Buchel Jim Thomas Mr. Gootsiop Russ Smith Neil Bak

Yanks and Tigers Win UI Tilts At Gallipolis

Gallipolis games feature Hoby Wivan's Yankees and Howard Lee West's Athletics. Yankees win on Memorial Field as division standings unfold. Tigers beat Halon Saunders Red Sox, with Norman leading Red Sox and Drummond keying Tigers defense after a long fly misplay.

Gallipolis Hoby Wivan Yankees Memorial Field Howard Lee West Bob Coder Tigers Halon Saunders Red Sox Yanks Gallipolish Alfred “Harrison Indians Jim Venrie Sox Pall Norman Drummond

Readette Wins Ti nois Amateur Golf Championship

Readette of Rockford, a 22 year old ex Army corporal in his first tournament, defeated George Victor of Golf 2 and 1 to win the Ti nois amateur golf title in Champaign Illinois.

Readette Champaign Gene Readette Rockford Tinois George Victor

Wade Wins Skeet Title at Marietta Gun Club

Victor Wade led Marietta shooters to a skeet title at the Athens Parkersburg region meet. He posted a 66 target total with a 40x30 pattern while rivals tied earlier in fall competition and Parkerburg’s Ronald Paul Amra and Dr. H. Morgan also posted perfect 35x25 scores in the events.

Wade Muna Marietta Watc Amhens TH. Morgan Parkersborg Kun Club Mersna Erie Berktane Wadod Streores Dayrol Senn Cal Athens Fenaon Ilub Groupe Parkers Ronald Parkerburg Pauls Amar Ea Wade Morgan

Turtle Catch Delays Photo Arrangements in Athens

Photographer Don Moore waits for Bill Wade to arrive in Athens with a snapping turtle caught Saturday at Forked Run Creek near Remmi. Wade reports the 13 inch shell turtle will be brought to the newsroom for a trophy photo Monday afternoon, Moore hopes to shoot the picture soon.

Riemenger Don Moore Athens Bill Wade Forked Run Creek Remmi Wade Moore Turtle

Carter and Smith clash for 11th title tonight in Boston

Carter seeks his 11th title in a 15 round championship bout against Smith tonight in Rowton Garson. The bout airs on CABC at 3 p.m. EST with Carter aiming to extend his record and 70 plus win run while Smith brings a sharp left hook and a prior loss to a reigning king in Cincinnati.

Boston Rowton Garson Carter Lisa CABC Smith Cincinnati Carter Carrier Grawe Smith

Leafs Edge Richmond to Retain Lead in International League

The Toronto Maple Leafs edged the Richmond Virginians 3-2 to hold a one game lead over the Montreal Royals in the International League standings. The Syracuse Chiefs beat the Buffalo Bisons 5-2, ending Columbus Jets’ 10 game streak, while Rochester Red Wings halted Havana Suzans’ four game surge.

International League Toronto Montreal Columbus Buffalo Syracuse Richmond Havana Rochester Morreal Shester American Association Louisville Indianapolis Charleston Minneapolis Toledo St. Paul Denver Omaha St Paul St. Pet Toronto Maple Leafs Maple Leafs Richmond Virginians Montreal Royals Syracuse Chiefs Buffalo Bisons Columbus Jets Rochester Red Wings Suzan

Another Dean On the Horizon

Dallas Umpaat Dean Jr son and nephew of the late Sieve Sane aims to pitch for the See The WB year old scion of the aid. Lote art ature and pitching fay at the fall weighs 180 pounds. This spring Deak won six ammes and lost none for Lake side Ark averaging 13 strike bate per game.

DALLAS Umpaat_Dean Jr Tke Nephe Yerore Aid Lote Art Deak Lakeside Ark

Country Club League leads deadlocked after Tuesday play

The Athens Country Club league sees a first place deadlock as rutting Jessies and Happy Hackers share 25% points. Birdie Shooters follow at 25% with Pat Busters 23% Long Hitters 22% and Sand Blasters 21% Low net scores include Jack Gilbert 31, Barl Davis Sr 32, John Parritt 32.

Jessies

Swearingens Dominate Jaycees 22 to 0 in Softball Clash

At Athens High School field Swearingens seized first place with a 22 to 0 win over Jaycees. Gaskill and Rex Snider sparked offense as Earl McGee spun a three hitter over five innings. Delbert Haylen closed with two hits, while Jaycee pitching struggled in the loss. Destolay and Fellowcraft await next games.

Serene Sine Athens Jaycees Gaskill Rex Snider Swearingens Jay Mike Stronz Earl McGee Delbert Haylen Jaycee Jaycee Mts Destolay Feld

Wildlife report finds limited fish kill in Hocking River

Athens Wildlife Office completed a report on water pollution in the Hocking River. Findings show 36 dead fish and several distressed fish. no extensive kill tied to pollution. Tests found waste tile near White's Mill releasing minimal acidic load, with calls for stronger anti pollution laws on coal mining.

Gilbert Athens Division of Wildlife Office Hocking River Columbus Ridge Whiton Canaanville Bridge White White's Mill Corning Wildlife ‘Office Hocking Sedy ‘Aidie

Ring Magazine names Archie Moore Fighter of the Month

New York report details Moore's third round knockout of Carl Olson securing the heavyweight No. 1 spot and fighter of the month. It notes Tony Demaren dethroned in welterweight action, D Agata and Famechon rising contenders, and changes across bantam to featherweight ranks after recent bouts.

New York Ernew Ring Magazine Today Archie Moore Kayo Carl Bobo) Olson Isward Carmen Banko Canastota N.Y Boston Tony Demaren Baio

Un defeated UNC Track Team Goes Through Season Unbeaten

The University of North Carolina track team remains undefeated through the dual meet season, beating seven opponents. Five victories came by more than three points.

University of North Carolina

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