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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1949

Page

9

Lancaster Gales dethrone Portsmouth in Class A final

Lancaster’s Bill Arledge and Tom Plinke led the Gales to a 64 40 win over Portsmouth to capture the state Class A title. Arledge scored 30 and Plinke 21 as Lancaster overcame foul trouble and outscored the Trojans 14 0 in the final period. The victory earned Lancaster a Cincinnati Regional berth and avenged last year’s one point loss.

Lancaster Bill Arledge Tom Plinke Trojans Bill Ison Gales Portsmouths Cincinnati Middletown Hamilton Dayton Dunbar Golden Gales Portsmouth Kings Jack McClain Ed Heldman Arledge Plinke Athens Trojan Dick Herdman Bob Doll Dave Gambill Bert Barney Dave Barry Barney Barry Hillsboro Pmrioy Ctcinbones Apidae Chivacensen Deieas Aiubacns Peoria Io Mennncenane aRi Apuases Sylee Is Sa Maniartes Herdman Abe Ie Ace Douglas Ie BO A Es Rowe Cca Wan Oo

Regional cage drawings set for Ohio state hoops finals

The sweet sixteen pairings for Ohio Class A and Class B tournaments were drawn. Key matchups include Garfield Heights vs Struthers in Youngstown, St Vincent vs Garfield in Kent, and Central Catholic vs Toledo Central Catholic in Toledo. Defending and notable teams from Cincinnati, Columbus, and Akron regions feature in opening rounds with finalists to emerge March 24 25 and 26.

Youngstown Garfield Heights Struthers Kent Akrons St. Vincent Garfield Cleveland Central Lakewood Cincinnati Butler County Hamilton Middletown Big Blue Middies Lancaster Golden Gates Dayton Dunbar Dunbar Portsmouth Columbus Central Toledo Central Catholic Toledo Central Catholic Findlay Toledo Libbey Northwestern Mansfield Bowling Green North Canton Akron Ellet Midvale Lockland Wayne

Glouster Pin Standings And Weekly Schedule

Bowling standings show Jam Bar leading with 47 wins and 28 losses and high scores for Jam Bar. Weekly games list Jam Bar against Wonder Bar Monday and Vernon Elec vs Hotel Bar Wednesday, with Dodgers vs Reds on Thursday and other matchups noted.

Pet. OE Eer Eewss Cs Cco Ogre Mower Wonder Bar Hemsley Rec Vernon Elec Ogg Motor L. Gatchel G. Thompson S. Gyurko EOE Iss Cnconscicionmeniens SOO Is cc Eens Wonder eRease Wena Dodgers Reds M. Hemsley I. Dugan

George Smith Boots 39 Points for Michigan State in 1948

George Smith scored 39 points after touchdowns for Michigan State in 1948. In two seasons he converted 56 of 75 extra point attempts.

BOOTS Lansing Mich George Smith Michigan State

Spare shooting guidance for a 1-2-4-7-9 conversion

The article explains a spare play for the 1-2-4-7-9 configuration. It favors the right side hit to carry the 9 pin, describes outcomes if the ball travels through the 1-2-4-7, and advises consistent play using equal percentages for long run profit. It notes expert consensus on the preferred method and hints at next topic: the pocket hit.

Reds trade rumors heat up Hatton swap talk in camp

At Tampa camp the Reds eyeing a starting pitcher and or an experienced outfielder fueled speculation Grady Hatton could move to the Dodgers after talks between Reds president Warren Giles and Branch Rickey. Dodgers coach Ray Blades visited as plans to reshuffle rosters surface. Brooklyn beat Boston 6 0 as Dodgers rout Braves with Sain on mound. Braves Bradenton set for Stanky Russell return.

Tampa Fla Cincinnati Reds Grady Hatton Brooklyn Dodgers Ray Blades Dodger Warren Giles Redleg Branch Rickey Dodgers Reds Boston Red Sox

Indians assign Gromek Papish to face Giants in Phoenix

Cleveland sent Steve Gromek and Frank Papish to the mound in Phoenix to square off against the New York Giants after Bob Feller yielded seven runs yesterday. The Indians drew 9 025 fans at Phoenix Municipal Stadium, a new record for the venue.

Tucson, Ariz Cleveland Indians Steve Gromek Frank Papish New York Giants Bob Feller Feller Phoenix Indians Phoenix Municipal Stadium

Giants Hope Deal Looms As Durocher Hints Trade

In Phoenix, Giants manager Leo Durocher hinted at a potential trade for a pitcher while rookie Gail Henley shows promise and could remain with the club. Henley collected two hits as New York beat Cleveland 7 4, with Bob Feller allowing seven hits in three innings.

Dodgers Phoenix Ariz Leo Durocher New York Giants Gail Henley Giants Bobby Thomson Henley Cleveland Indians Indians Bob Feller

Abrams Hitting Miami Field Ahead of Rookie Season

Cal Abrams shows healthy hitting as he trains in Miami Florida ahead of his rookie season. The article notes his spring progress and potential impact for the team.

Hamner Dominates at Plate in Phillies Tigers Tuneup

Granville Hamner takes charge at shortstop for Philadelphia as he hits five for nine in exhibition play against Detroit. In yesterday’s 3-0 win over the Tigers, Hamner collected two singles and showcased power at Clearwater.

Hamner Clearwater

Cooper to Start Comeback Pitching Stint for Cubs

Los Angeles reports Mort Cooper will debut in a comeback project by pitching the first three innings for the Chicago Cubs against the St. Louis Browns.

Los Angeles Mort Cooper Chicago Cubs St. Louis Browns

Sox chase third straight win in San Bernardino

The Chicago White Sox aim for a third consecutive exhibition victory as they face the Pittsburgh Pirates in San Bernardino California with a fresh approach before the season.

SOX San Bernardino Calif Chicago White Sox Pittsburgh Pirates

Tigers Drill in Double Session at Lakeland

Detroit Tigers manager Red Rolfe ordered a double workout in Lakeland Florida after two straight Grapefruit League defeats as the club pushed for improved preseason form.

Tigers Lakeland Fla Red Rolfe Detroit Tigers

Park feud unsettled in Sarasota talks between Cardinals Browns

In Sarasota Florida yesterday the St Louis Cardinals and Cleveland Browns failed to settle a park rental dispute during a meeting chaired by Commissioner A B Chandler.

Sarasota, Fla St. Louis Cardinals Browns A. B. Chandler

New Lexington Edges Junction City In Overtime

New Lexington Panthers upset Junction City Jaycees 63 to 41 in overtime to win the Class B final. Wollenberg led New Lexington with 21 points while Henry and Murdock paced Junction City. Panthers improve to 22-1, advancing to the four-team regional meet.

Junction City High New Lexington Panthers Jaycees Glenford Perry County Thease Ninite New Lex Junction Sonny Thomas STS Jill Wollenberg dJunetion Daycees Ralph Henry Seasion Ben Penrod Henry Fred Ashbaugh Penrod Dale Shiplett Bob Duasenberry Wollenberg

Boxing Results From Northeastern Card Noted

In Binghamton and White Plains two bouts produced decisive wins. Chubby Wright of Reading out pointed Johnny Bassett of Burlington, while Tony Bertucci of Brooklyn defeated Oswaldo Silva of Brasil.

Binghamton N. Y Chubby Wright Reading Johnny Bassett Burlington, Vt White Plains Tony Bertucci Brooklyn Oswaldo Silva Brasil

Wildcats Start NIT Bid Against Loyola of Chicago

Kentucky opens its NIT run this afternoon versus Loyola of Chicago in New York. The Wildcats seek both NIT and NCAA titles within 12 days after a 29 of 30 regular season win pace. Loyola's Kerris anchors a 23 of 28 team with key wins over Bowling Green.

New York Kentucky Wildcats Blue Grass Country Loyola of Chicago NCAA Loyola Kerris City College of New York Bowling Green Ecard Western Hilltoppers Bradley University Utah San Francisco St. Louis St. John’s Brooklyn City Bradley New York University Manhattan

Lancaster Legion Crowned in Eighth District Tourney

Lancaster Legionnaires captured the Eighth District American Legion basketball title at AHL gym by defeating Nelsonville 67 38 in the final with Cavanaugh scoring 29 points. They advanced by beating Thornville 37 31 in the first round and Jackson 40 28 in the semifinals. Nelsonville progressed by doubling Coalton 70 35 and edging Glouster 49 46 in overtime.

Lancaster's Legionnaires American Legion AHL Walloping Nelsonville Cavanaugh Tourney Kings Thornville Jackson Coalton Glouster

Worthington and Woodsfield Open Regional Play Here

Worthington High and Woodsfield High meet on Ohio University's floor as regional Class B contention begins. New Lexington and New Boston clash Friday in the same three session event with doors at 6 45 and games at 8.

Ohio New Boston New Lexington Woodsfield Worthington New Lex Conesville Ken Alessi Yorkville Flash Alessi Yorkville Barnesville Frank Cox New Philadelphia Ed Heldman Marietta Heldman Pearl Retchsley Panthers

Services Held for Mrs Weigel Mother of Sox Player

Funeral services were held Monday for Mrs Lela Catherine Weigel 48 mother of Ralph Weigel first string catcher for the Chicago White Sox The player will attend and return to Pasadena Calif where the White Sox are in training after her death Thursday

Dayton Lela Catherine Weigel Ralph Weigel Chicago White Sox

Also Mentioned on This Page

Lancaster Five Persh’ Rohker New Lexington- Junction City Lancaster-Portsmouth Jim Snyder Bill Wollenberg Junction City Bob Penrod Columbus Beaco & Kasco F. J. Beasley Co Athens, O Stewart, O Dollars and Sense Robert Hollingsworth S. Court St Tel Second Ave Gallipolis S. A LA Ave Joe Wilman NEA JOF Wilman Hatton Boston Braves Johnny Sain Boston Braves Bradenton Jim Russell Eddie Stanky Gromek Cooper Shades Cal Itt Thomas Murdock Jett Watt Ashbaugh Shiplett Dusenberry White Thomag Ashbaugh Bush, Clark Legion Crown Lancaster Fets Williamson Cavanalgh Miller Lamb Raymond Groves Genken Hutchins Gg. Forbes Westfall Blimes Whyte Maurer Basketeers Ohio University Worthington High Woodsfield High New Concord New Vienna Springfield Wheelersburg Minford Red Weigel Mexico Tues Minto Me Pontman Srp Monte Cristo John Wayne
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