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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1955

Page

10

Bobcats Edge Marietta for Best OU Season Record

The Ohio University Bobcats defeated Marietta 93-80 in a season finale at Ban Johnson Field House before a large crowd. Larry Morrison sparked a second half run that gave OU a 71-70 lead, with Dick Garrison contributing 31 points and a streak of 14 straight free throws. Marietta's Mark Davin set a new Ohio Conference scoring record with 1649 career points as the Bobcats clinched their 16th win in 21 games.

Jack Bobcats Marietta Larry Morrison Ohio Pioneers Pioneer Bill Whetsell Eage Ohio Ui Mark Davin Jud Milhoan Ohio Wesleyan Dick Garrison Alwarg Morrison Garrison Cnnsistent Henry Pell Fred Moore Istitute Don Sifft Bacats Farietta Morrion Ormit Blosser Bob Peters Neinbrecht Caniverra Davia

Unemployment Training Promises Big Pay in Diesel Work

A fragmented notice promotes unemployment training for high paying diesel and tractor heavy equipment careers. It hints at government or state programs through a Transportation Agriculture division and urges readers to seek guidance and applications.

Michigan Favored In 45th Big Ten Indoor Meet At MSU

EAST LANSING Mich Michigan is perceived as the favorite to win the 45th annual Big Ten indoor track and field meet at Michigan State College. The Wolverines have dominated the conference with 15 titles, while Illinois looms as a dark horse with potential firsts. Strong Michigan depth and standout individuals are expected to push them past rivals like Wisconsin Ohio State Indiana Chicago and Iowa as the meet unfolds today and Saturday.

AST Lansing Miche Ja Big Ten NCAA New Reed New York East Lansing Mich Michigan Ineim Michigan State College Timnels Chicago Wisconsin Ohio State Iowa Northwestern Minnesota Purdue Michisi State Mlinois Frank

Buckeye Swimmers Chase Big Ten Title Defense

Ohio State lands Michigan and Iowa in the 43rd Big Ten meet opener. Ford Konno, Hawaiian-born, wins his 1500 meter freestyle for the fourth straight time, while Charles Stephanos earns a surprising fourth in his first long-distance attempt after two years out. Konno sets a fast pace, giving Ohio State a lead and boosting their total as Michigan and Iowa trail.

Ohio State Ford Konno Charles Stephanos Bucks Michigan Iowa Konno John Oreilly Ross Lucas Stephanos Lynn Mass Peppe

Major League Pilots Search for Sleepers

Major league teams scout promising rookies as managers weigh breakouts among young infielders and pitchers. Beie Tens of Cincinnati tracks prospects like Hamric and Kline while veterans’ holdouts and new signings shape early-season hiring.

Major League Pilots Mickey Macrim Wally Moon le Mayn Cincinnati Gond Bob ‘Thurman Chuck Dres‘en Washington Bookline Walt-Al- Son Hamric Mantle Yankees Grim Lings Mtoon Cardiff Mays Redlegs Thurman Tebbetts

Local Scores Report From Ohio and Nearby Regions

A cluttered OCR sports wire lists multiple high school and college results across Ohio, Indiana and nearby states. Notable items include Mt Vernon over Columbus North 47 to 1, Heidelberg over Wittenberg 3 to 51, and Denison beating Kenyan 92 to 90. Also shows Akron Goodyear Wingfoots 48, Youngstown 60, and Wake Forest over North Carolina 95, with various district scores and individual game tallies.

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Dow Finishes Among Top 15 at Baton Rouge Course

mATUN RULE Louisiana Athens resident Laon Dew Pinsterwald shoots a seven under par 65 at the Baton Rouge Country Club. Romans, 37, from Baltimore, records a top finish as the event highlights a strong field. First Spartan effort notes Michigan State's historical baseline in athletics.

Matun Rule Laon Dew Pinsterwald Athens Baton Rouge Country Club Romans Baltimore

Graham Vejar Showdown In Ten Round Clash Tonight

New York reports a 10 round welterweight battle between Billy Graham and Chico Vejar. Graham, aging star of 14 years, seeks a win to revive his career and cash in, while Vejar aims to reestablish himself after Army service and build toward a title run. NBC will broadcast and telecast the fight tonight at EST.

New York Graham the New Yorker Vejar Billy Chris Christensen Pamon Furentes Kid Vlan NBC

Ohioan Wing Trophies Schembechler Resigns

Sam Bond of New Phi yesterday won the US Service Trophy with a 1598 122 score and the Randler Trophy with 400 33, in a tense inter small event noting Schembechler's resignation.

Schembechler ST. Petersbur Sam Bond New Phi Randler Inter

Rio Five and Winton Debut in Class B Sectional Action

The Class B District race resumes with Rio Five and Winton making debuts as four of eight teams remain. Gallia County leads with a 3-0 record, facing Slow Lexington St. Aloysius in a 2-game slate. Vinton Tiger, paced by sharp shooting, meets Thorntownville as contenders pare the field to four tonight. Semifinals are next Wednesday with finals Friday.

John Wickline Gallial County Rio Granders Gallia County Lexington St. Aloysius Bom Fowles Wellar Albany Athens Ome Orange Meige Gallipoli Marietta Lancaster Chificothe Jackson

Local District Basketball Showdowns Set for Friday and Monday

Rio Grande, St. Aloysius clash in Class B district action at 8:30 p.m. on Friday. Vinton faces Thornville at 8:30 p.m. Monday, Murray City hosts Dune Ion City at 7 p.m. and New Lexington meets Me 30 p.m. in another district tilt.

Rio Grande St. Aloys Dug Vinton Thornville Murray City Duneion City New Lexington Ve. Me

Dayton Flyers Dominate Seton Hall to Cap Regular Season

Dayton Flyers rout Seton Hall 85 67 to secure an 23 11 regular season record as senior Jack Sallee scores 28 points. Denison Big Red beat Kenyon 92 60 to finish season 17 8 with Lou Mitchell on 28 points.

Seton Hall Kenyon Denison

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