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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1954

Page

12

Navy End Beagle Named Lineman of the Week

Navy’s Ron Beagle a 6 foot 1%-pound end from Covington Kentucky was named Associated Press Lineman of the Week after anchoring defense and catching passes in the Middies 6 0 loss last Saturday. He teamed with quarterback Georgie Welsh in a passing attack.

Navy Ron Beagle Notre Associated Beagle Covington, Ky Georgie Welsh Notre Dame Middies Edward Moose) Krause Steve Delatorre Florida Mississippi State Palumbo Bob Craig Ralph Guglielmi Delatorre Maroons Hal Easterwood Jerry Lazio William and Mary Roger Hansen Yale Carl Allison Oklahoma Jack Ellena UCLA Johnny Tatum Texas Tom Bettis Purdue B. C. Inabinet Clemson Bob Bartholomew Wake Forest Burdette Hess Idaho Hal Reeve Oregon Earl Smith Iowa Franklin Brooks Georgia Tech Don Kovach Virginia Jim Pyburn Auburn

Bulldogs Aim for Friday Win at Jackson

Athens underdog Bulldogs prepare for a pivotal Friday clash with Jackson led by coach George Riser. The game hinges on stopping Jackson quarterback Bob Exline as Athens seeks a share of the SECAL title after a 33-7 win over Middleport.

Jackson Athens Bulldogs Bulldogs Bulldog George Riser Bob Exiine Exiine Middleport Ironmen Tom Widdoes Exline Riser Marietta Jack Gas Talkinnio Athens Martel

Bucks Begin Workout for Pitt Contest

Ohio State's Buckeyes eased back into practice after a 14-7 win over Northwestern. They prepare for a home game with Pittsburgh, expected to draw about 80,000. Coach Woody Hayes cites physical wear and plans lighter workouts before heavy drills. Jim Parker, Dick Brubaker likely back. five Ohio players listed as Panthers opponents.

Columbus Ohio State Buckeyes Northwestern Bucks Pittsburgh Woody Hayes Rio State Associatedress UCLA Hayes Tom Hamilton Red Dawson Panthers Pitt Hamilton Jim Payes Jim Parker Dick Brubaker Ohio Tom Jenkins East Liverpool al Bolkovac Youngstown Howard Linn Steubenville Walter Bielich Bob Grier Massillon

Five Buckeyes Injured Before Pittsburgh Showdown

Ohio State nursing five players after a tough week with Hopalong Cassady sidelined by a stiff knee and limited action expected. Jim Parker Bud Bond Carroll Howell and Jerry Trabue also listed as hurt with Bond ruled out for the Pittsburgh game. Woody Hayes praised the offense as the team nears kickoff against 3-3 Pitt in Columbus.

Columbus Ohio State Bucks Pittsburgh Hopalong Cassady Panther Howard Waite Pitt Ohio Woody Hayes Jim Parker Bud Bond Carroll Howell Jerry Trabue Hayes Bond

Hills' Radiant Charm Dominates Harrisburg Three-Gaited Show

Windy Hills Farm’s Radiant Charm, ridden by Mrs. Fred R. Beasley, swept the Harrisburg show securing Grand Champion Three-Gaited, Under-15.2 Stake, and Ladies Three-Gaited Stake. The winner has claimed Grand Champion honors in Portsmouth and Wheeling this season. Windy Hills Farm totals 43 championships and 64 class placements, with riders including Mrs. Beasley, Mrs. Richard Holzer, and Richard Vaughn. The Harrisburg event drew about 700 horses as Olympic jumping teams from the U S Spain Mexico Germany and Canada competed, with Mexico taking the overall prize.

Fred R. Beasley Windy Hills Farm Harrisburg Portsmouth Wheeling Robert Mathews Windy Hills Choice Eastern Horse Show Breeders Association Tri- State Area Horse Show Athens Richard Holzer Lancaster Howard Hively Cincinnati Fred BR. Beasley

Ahlberg Eyes 1000-Yard Season For Ohio U

Ohio University halfback Erland Ahlberg, from Conneaut, leads the Bobcats with 608 rushing yards through six games and could reach 1000 yards this season if he maintains pace. Coach Widdoes plans lighter practice to avoid stiffness as the team faces Western Michigan, with Harvard critique and teammate stats noted.

Erland Ahlberg Ohio University Conneaut Ohio Bobcats Western Michigan Ahlberg Harvard Ahleiberg Roger Thomas Joe Deckman John Evans Boston Lloyd Jordan Carroll Widdoes Ohio U Crimson Ted Jackson Bobcat Jackson Miami Evans Thomas Deckman Ahberg Carroll Widdoeg

Shaw Blocks Larson in New York title race

George Shaw of Oregon leads major college football total offense with 1245 yards while California's Paul Larson trails with 1117 yards and three games left. Larson dominates passing with 93 completions for 1125 yards. Art Luppino remains top rusher with 892 yards as Lenny Moore climbs to 717.

New York George Shaw Oregon California Paul Larson Larson Ncaa Service Bureau Shaw Art Luppino Arizona Penn State Lenny Moore Colorado John Bayuk

Powder Bowl at Ohio University Gathers Cancer Fund Support

The first bowl game of the season features Ohio University sororities Alpha Xi Delta and Pi Beta Phi in the eighth annual Powder Bowl in Athens. The charity event benefits the Damon Runyon Memorial Fund for Cancer with proceeds above expenses going to the fund. The game uses touch rules, features a Powder Bowl King, and includes a pep band and halftime program.

Athens Damon Runyon Cancer Fund Pi Phis Alpha Xis Ohio Stadium

Orioles Profit May Change AL keeling

New York report shows the Baltimore Baseball Club earned a net profit of 942153.29 after taxes in its first season away from St. Louis. The pamphlet notes strong attendance with 1,060,917 paying customers and 15 800 per game, arguing big-city population matters less for baseball appeal.

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Wesleyan Halts Trinity's Perfect Season Rivalry Streak

Wesleyan University has prevented Trinity College from a flawless football season on three occasions in recent years. The longstanding rivalry began in 1885 and remains a core tradition.

Wesleyan University Trinity College

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