Crooksville Nets narrow win in final nine seconds
Crooksville Ceramics stun Paint Valley 62 60 in a Class A district action at Chillicothe High School. Bob Storts hit a late layup with nine seconds left to seal the victory and advance Crooksville to the district finals against Eastern Eagles with a 14 8 season record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chillicothe
Bob Storts
Crooksville Ceramics
Paint Valley
Chillicothe High School
Eastern Eagles
Ohio University
Convocation
Storts
Crooksville
Ceramics
Eastern
Eagles
North Gallia
Federal Hocking
Miller
Meigs
Dennis Eichinger
Howie Caldwell
Eichinger and Caldwell
Tom Karr
Evel Knievel Rides Again at Ontario Speedway
A humorous feature profiles Evel Knievel, noting his age of 32, stunt career, and a new record at Ontario Motor Speedway by jumping 19 cars. It highlights his legendary risks, injuries, and iconic Harley ride, portraying him as a lasting, larger‑than‑life figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontario
Calif
Evel Knievel
Evel
Blue Cross
Evel Knievel Plans Labor Day Grand Canyon Jump
Evel Knievel says he will go for 20 or 21 cars after clearing 19. He prepares for a Snake River Canyon leap in Idaho, buying land on both sides to set up his own crossing. The three quarter mile wide canyon and six thousand feet deep pose the ultimate test of his nerve and skill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evel
Caesars Palace Fountains
Las Vegas
Grand Canyon
National Park
Snake River Canyon
Idaho
Butte
Montana
Evel Knievel
Strikes and Spares Bends Knee During Delivery Tip
Instructional text explains a drill to improve knee bend in delivery. A paper obstacle is placed 10 to 14 feet ahead. The performer stands back and then slides forward, bending the knee to pick up the paper with the opposite hand, aiming for automatic correct form.
Bowling Alley Roster Impacts Local Barber Shop Ad
A list shows bowlers and scores including Jack Rosser 225 578 Howard Russell 212 583 Millard Walls 212 601 Charles Pendergrass 215 210 593 Leroy Hosh man 235 614 Bob Green 203 205 592 Bill Adams 584 and contact for Varsity Barber Shop 1086 3112.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Rosser
Howard Russell
Millard Walls
Charles Pendergrass
Leroy Hoshman
Bob Green
Bill Adams
Varsity Barber Shop
Recount Experiences at Meigs Marauder Banquet
Ohio University Bobcats stars Craig Love and Larry Hunter spoke at the Meigs Marauder Basketball Banquet at Meigs High School. Awards honored Jeff Tye as top scorer, Jeff Morris as leading rebounder, and Rick Van Matre as top defender, with seniors praised for contributions.
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Rock Springs
Craig Love
Larry Hunter
Ohio University Bobcat
Meigs
Hunter
Love
Jeff Tye
Jeff Morris
Rick van Matre
Tye
van Matre
Carl Wolfe
Roger Birch
Bill Wickline
Wolfe
Mick Childs
Bill Hensler
Chip Haggerty
Bob Werry
Randy Becker
Cycle Races Set Sunday Hare Scramble at Amesville
The Athens Cycle Club will host the season's second race at their grounds on County Road 34 near Amesville. The event is a two hour hare scramble followed by the Daytona 200 final hour broadcast. Practice starts at 12:30 p.m. with racing at 1 p.m.
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Athens Cycle Club
County Road
50A
Amesville
Women Bowling Schedule Set for Weekend Tournament
The Women’s City Bowling Tournament at the Rollerbowl lists Saturday 2 pm and 4 pm shifts with numerous pairs in singles and doubles events. Sunday includes 1 pm and 3 pm shifts featuring many pairs led by teams such as Martha Bail and Virginia Burchfield and Mona Martin with Jeannie Norris.
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Martha Bail
Virginia Burchfield
Judy Ross
Wilma Allen
Betty Cremeans
Ethel Pierce
Donna Williams
Frances Williams
Janice Adams
Nettie Howard
Nina Kirk
Betty Jarvis
Ann Chonko
Irene McBride
Louise Gillette
Phyllis Scrubbie
Eula Kasler
Helen Kasler
Carolyn Gardner
Verna Hughes
Florence Ervin
Dolly Saylor
Sue Crawford
Peggy Coolidge
Betty Weed
Mary Davis
Ann Bumpass
Mary Bailey
Katherine Finnerty
Sharon Schoonover
Ann Reynolds
Melva Crabtree
Betty Buck
Sandy Six
Jessie Klingenberg
Lois Ziegler
Bonnie Calentine
Debbie Hoffman
Edna Goff
Doris Mace
Lana McClure
Gloria Bolin
Sheila Gillette
Geneva Gillette
Elaine Hawk
Patty Grueser
Judy Woolery
Gloria Byrd
Rita Hysell
Millie Hall
Mildred Chapman
Nancy Fuller
Edna Hoffman
Freda Hudwell
Betty Hayhurst
Clara Jones
June Humphrey
Jeannie Butts
Helen Cox
Aileen Kyle
Mary Biehl
Wilma Shank
Diane Pierce
Kay Willoughby
Jo White
Virginia Rowland
Ruth Jaggs
Martin Perry
Anne Rowe
Mary Watson
Sophia Rockhold
Nora Hall
Meip Hart
Phyllis Lehrbach
Carla Snowden
Pat James
Mona Martin
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Dave Smith
Mike Boring
Bill Phillips
Clay
Gary Swinehart
Scor
Ing
Curtis Houk
Ken Dalrymple
Edsel Sims
Dick Storts
Swinehart
Robert Storts
Houk
Sims
Dalrymple
Hardesty
Anderson
Benner
Whitt
Haas
Taylor
Bankamericard
Lou Eel
Tiller
Briggs and Stratton Motors
Allen
Stimson Ave
Athens
A&p
Brickettes
Strohs
Abex
Royal Cr
Lawhead Press
Weer
Eee
Carol Blosser
Claine Hawk
Martha Vickers
Liz Hunteman
Magic Triangle
Athens National Bank
Swearingens
Dailey Ford Tractor Sales
Bumpass Coast
Cornwell Jewelers
Angel of Mercy
Kentucky Fried Chicken
Whites Construction
Karen Baker
Pegay Coolidge
the Plains
McBee Systems
Martin Heeaters
Sssseee
Varsity
Swearingen
Carli
Miche
Athens Motorcycle Club
Starts
Rt. 50
County Rd
Hixson Rd
Club
Jeannie Norris
Ruth Goodfellow
Wilma Ogg
Iva Ridenour
Louise Beckett
Norma Riggle
Dorothy Gagle
Wilma Reynolds
Belinda Reynolds
Darlene McClain
Pat Denny
Carlie McKibben
Judy McClain
Donna Kroner
Jean Nuzum
Donna Russell
Jennie Meeks
Athleen
Carole Russell
Lorna McKibben
Kathy Llewellyn
Myrtle Pierce
Jo Rider
Virginia Allen
Pat Lowry
Helen Daugherty
Paulette King
Elsie Brooks
Orpia Tippett
Margaret Adams
Volkswagen
NACA
Europe
University Volkswagen
North
Yey
Central Ohio
A. E. Hack & Assoc
Evening St
Worthington
Ohio
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