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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1946

Page

7

Peden Praises Freshmen as Ohio U Eyeing Xavier Clash

Ohio University coach Don Peden lauds his freshmen for an improving season and predicts growth with a stronger supporting cast. He defends the defense and notes fumbles hid behind a stronger Notre Dame box scheme. Xavier showdown looms as Bobcats prepare for final practice amid mixed results.

Don Peden Ohio University Elks Club Bobcat Dayton Peden Bobcats Dayton “T Notre Dame Xavier University Cincinnati

Astute executives favor Cardinals to repeat in 1947

New York observers like Warren Giles and Eddie Brannick select the St Louis Cardinals to repeat as champions. Manager Eddie Dyer and star Stan Musial are highlighted for their proven track records, Musial’s hitting prowess, and Dyer’s winning leadership across minor and major leagues.

New York Warren Giles Cincinnati Reds Eddie Brannick New York Giants St. Louis Cardinals Eddie Dyer Stan Musial Redbirds Dyer Brooklyn Dodgers Boston Red Sox Musial Lady Fortune Cards Brooklyn Donora Clouter Yankees

Pro Basketball NBL Action Sees Undefeated Teams Mix

In NBA style play Indianapolis and Fort Wayne chase second victories to stay among the four unbeaten teams. Youngstown visits Indianapolis as Fort Wayne goes to Detroit while Anderson and Rochester pace the unbeatens after Anderson downed Youngstown 66-58.

Chicago Indianapolis Fort Wayne Ind Youngstown Anderson Detroit Oshkosh Wis Rochester N. Y Youngstown Bears Bears Packers Ticco

Wilkesville trounces Harrisonville 65 26 in home game

Wilkesville High crushed Harrisonville 65 to 26 last Friday as Ragan scored 20 points for the winners. The Pioneers led 26 to 3 by the first quarter, then 49 to 11 at half and 57 to 19 after three quarters.

Wilkesville Wilkesville High Harrisonville Ragan

Ames-Bern game moved up to Thursday in league race

Ames-Bern High coach Charles McAfee announced the Friday matchup with Buchtel was shifted to Thursday as an Athens County League affair. The Knicks sank 16 of 25 long shots for a 64 percent night in a 61 57 win over the Detroit Falcons at Madison Square Garden. The Pittsburgh Iron Men beat the Toronto Huskies 54 48 in the other scheduled contest.

Athens High Ohio University Bulldogs Bobcats Harry Lackey Dave Red” Evans Dick Coury Ohio King Brady Brady Cleveland Browns Lou Groza Brooklyn Howie Schultz Anderson Ind Giants Johnny Gee Pittsburgh Syracuse Ezzard Charles Cincinnati Archie Moore Oakland Billy Smith Jimmy Bivins Cleveland Joe Louis Gus Lesnevich Amesville Charles McAfee Ames-Bern High Ames-Bern Buchtel Knicks Detroit Falcons Madison Square Garden Pittsburgh Ironmen Toronto Huskies

Frank Thomas may delay retirement after illness

NEW YORK UP reports from the South suggest Alabama football coach Frank Thomas may retire after next season but he says rest could restore him to full health. Army players lament missed scoring chances after Notre Dame game while Pennsylvania beat them decisively. Herman Hickman dismisses a Sugar Bowl rematch.

New York Alabama Frank Thomas Thomas Army Notre Dame Penn Herman Hickman Jack Weinheimer N.Y.U Violets Fordham Cy Kuppersmith Vincent Finn Finn Kuppersmith Dave Millman

Giants star backs Dudley as top NFL rival

Steve Owen says Bill Dudley would be the toughest back in the league to face next Sunday when the Steelers clash with the Giants. The piece also notes Colgate coaching rumors, ticket policy changes for Garden basketball, and various college sports anecdotes including NYU, Fordham, and Michigan State basketball developments with players Robbin Roberts and Jim Roberts mentioned.

Giants Steve Owen Bill Dudley Steelers National Football League Steve Buff Donelli Andy Kerr Colgate Gus Fan N.Y.U Connecticut Manhattan Western Michigan Artie Dorrell Hollywood Ben van Alstyne Michigan State Robin Roberts Robert Robbins Jim Robberts Ben

Purcell Cavaliers Extend Unbeaten Streak with 7-6 Win

Purcell High School Cavaliers defeated St. Xavier Bombers 7-6 yesterday to cap a second undefeated season and extend their winning run to 29 games before a crowd of 12 000.

Cincinnati Purcell High School Cavaliers St. Xavier Bombers

Miami Seahawks Top Buffalo Bisons 21 14 at Orange Bowl

In Miami the Seahawks recovered from a winless stretch by beating the Bisons 21 14 at the Orange Bowl. Marion Pugh passed effectively as the defense clamped down, giving Miami a second conference win. Next up are home games against the Los Angeles Dons, then Cleveland Browns, New York Yankees, and Brooklyn Dodgers on consecutive Mondays.

Miami Fla Miami Seahawks Buffalo Bisons Seahawks Los Angeles Dons Cleveland Browns New York Yankees Brooklyn Dodgers Bisons Marion Pugh Buffalo

Boxing results roundup from multiple cities

Boxers in San Francisco, Chicago, Baltimore, Huntington, Washington and other cities fought per card details. Apos defeated Augustaii in San Francisco while Joyce stopped Rhoten in Chicago. Shkor was kayoed by Buddy Walker in Baltimore. Banks stopped Baynes in Huntington. Feld outpointed Kochan in Newark. Petrone outpointed Kogon in New Haven.

San Francisco Fred Apostoli Frank Augustaii Los Angeles Chicago Jimmy Joyce Gary Ind Marion Rhoten Milwaukee Baltimore Buddy Walker Columbus Johnny Shkor Boston Huntington Charley Banks Cincinnati Tommy Baynes Philadelphia Washington Fritzie Zivie Pittsburgh Jimmy Mce- Griff D. C Drew Newark Davey Feld New York George Kochan Akron New Haven Ernie Petrone Julie Kogon

Reds Rebuild Farm System Bids 11 Clubs Prewar Peak

Cincinnati Reds push to restore farm setup after war losses. Newest affiliate is Lockport New York Class D Pony League. The club already owns Columbia South Carolina with the Sally League and Ogden Utah Pioneer League, plus Syracuse Providence and Middletown via agreements. GM Warren Giles aims for about 11 clubs, but player supply will be the main hurdle.

Cincinnati Cincinnati Reds Reds Lockport N. Y Columbia S. C Ogden Utah Syracuse Providence R. I Middletown Warren C. Giles

Markets Noon Stocks and Livestock Summary

Market notes show steady bidding on hogs up to 25.00, cattle trade slow but steady with top beef around 19.00 per head and common stock 11.00-13.50. Sheep scarce, butter prices quoted, wholesale egg and poultry values listed, potatoes at 2.50-3.25 per 100 lb bag.

Classified Reward and Hunter Notice

Classified reward offered for information identifying the driver of the car that struck the black Pontiac parked across from the Messenger Building on Saturday November 16th Notify Mr King of the Athens Messenger No hunting allowed on my farms day or night Clem Everett RD 3 Athens Ohio

Chauncey Athens Messenger Mr. King Athens Messenger Clem Everett

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