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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1953

Page

10

Too Much Class for The Bobcats Harvard Triumphs Over Ohio U

Harvard’s Dick Clasby stars as the Crimson outgains Ohio University 269 to 192 and wins 15 first downs to 7. Ohio U errors and key plays swing the game, with praised end Lou Sawchik and coach Carroll Widdoes stressing touchdowns over yardage.

Harvard Ohio University Ohio U Crimson Bobcats Dick Clasby Tom Aseni Ohio Lou Sawchik Boston Carroll Widdoes Toyical

Hannan Surge Halts Spunky Chester Bid

Chester High School remained winless after a 19-13 loss to Hannan. Dick Gaul broke free for a 45-yard TD and later added the extra point, and Joe Camp sealed the win with a 40-yard TD run in the fourth. Chester had led 13-12 at halftime but could not extend the margin.

Point Pleasant Chester High School Hannan Chester Invader Dick Chapman Gaul Paul Stewart Joe Camp

Albany Nips Breadmen to Force OWL Championship Decider

The Albany Lions beat Heiners Breadmen 3-1 as Ralph Nuzum allowed five hits. John Turk had three hits and two RBIs, including a key third inning single that put Albany ahead 2-0. Roger Van Dyke added a run in the eighth. A decisive game set for Albany next Sunday at 2 15 pm will crown the league champion.

Middleport Albany Lions Ohio Valley Heiners Breadmen Ralph Nuzum Albany John Turk Turk Lions Breadmen Dave Kelly Roger van Dyke

Royals Aim to Increase Lead in Junior World Series

The Montreal Royals seek a 3-0 lead over the Kansas City Blues in game three after rain postponement forced a delay. the Royals hold a 2-0 edge in the best-of-seven series as International League champions.

Montreal Montreal Royals Kansas City Blues International League Champons Kansas City

Grid Scores From College to High School Lineup

College results include Quantico Marines 31 Dayton D Alma Mich 25 and John Carroll 31 Marshall 0. TV Cincinnati 53 William & Mary 7. Kentucky 26 Florida 13. Wake Forest 12 Villanova 12. High school scores Dayton Chaminade 48 Cincinnati Elders Western Reserve Academy 34 Gilmour 7. Cincinnati Country Day 25 Indianapolis Park 0. Cleveland Collinwood 20 Cleveland East Tech 0. Cleveland Lutheran 14 Cleveland University School 7. Professional San Francisco 31 Los Angeles 20 Chicago Bears 17 Green Bay 13 Chicago Cardinals 7.

Western Reserve Academy Gilmour Academy Cincinnati Country Day Indianapolis Park Cleveland Collinwood Cleveland East Tech Cleveland Lutheran Cleveland University School San Francisco Los Angeles Chicago Bears Green Bay Evere Chicago Cardinal

Mile Track Record Tied at Lebanon

Unia tied the Lebanon track mile record with a 2 04 25 clocking on Friday night, the second time in a week the oval’s fastest time was posted. Homer Ballard of Macon, Georgia, rode behind the pacer to win the Class A feature, with the first heat 11 5 seconds off the record. The horse, owned by Guy McLaughlin of Lebanon Indiana, was followed in the two dashes by Wilmingtons Son G and Melvindale.

Lebanon Unia Los Farwa Homer Ballard Macon Stode Guy McLaughlin Ind Wilmingtons Melvindale Linto Yanks Billy Martin Dodgers Jim McDonald Billy Cox Junior Gilliam Peewee Reese Snider Ilean Casey Stengel Yankee Allie Reynolds Jackie Robinson Allie Chiefs Robby Billy Phil Rizzuto

Kimberly Kid Dominates Phellis Challenge Cup Tuneup

Kimberly Kid set the pace in Lexington trotting action by winning the first heat in 2 02 1 5 and the second in 2 02, holding off Singing Sword and Newport Star. The win, with 1 year old Tommy Berry aboard, positions Kimberly Kid as the favorite for the $70,000 Kentucky Futurity.

Lexington Kimberly Kid Kentucky Ainal Lexington Trots Tommy Berry Lot Singing Sword Newport Star

Notre Dame Dominates Football Showdown and Big Ten Challenge

Notre Dame routed Purdue 37 7 and beat Oklahoma 28 21 as Frank Leahy’s Irish surge into a two week layoff before Pitt. Michigan State Ohio State and Michigan all win big as the Midwest rally peaks. Southern California and UCLA loom in a fresh title race while the South’s power balance favors Rice Duke and Maryland. In New York the Yankees beat the Dodgers 11 7 as Whitey Ford outduels Carl Erskine and Mantle changes the late game mood.

New York Shakespeare Notre Dame Frank Leahy University of Pittsburgh Leahy Pitt Georgia Tech Jooks Skein Navy Penn North Carolina Towa Southern California Southern Methodist Purdue Oklahoma West Michigan State Ohio State Michigan Spartans Minnesota California Tulane Midwest South Engineers Florida SMS Fech Bobby Dodds Dixie Mississippi Auburn Tennessee Alabama Vanderbilt Mississippi State Duke Maryland State North Texas State Clemson Georgia Pacific Coast UCLA Trojans Indiana Uclans Oregon FCC Cal Rice Baylor Cornell Lez Jane Bronx Whitey Ford Dodgers Carl Erskine Erskine

Yankees Hit Four Homers In Ebbets Field Win

New York defeats Brooklyn 11 to 7 as Mickey Mantle belts a grand slam and Gene Woodling, Billy Martin, and Gil McDougald also homer. Dodgers fail to cash in at Ebbets Field with most shots likely counting as outs in Yankee Stadium. Mantle complains he should have more than one homer and plans for next games.

Gi McDougald Geneling Charlie Dressen Brooklyn Dressen Jackie Robinson Roy Campanella Duke Snider Gil Hodges Charlie Ford Yankee Stadium Mickey Mantle Paul Richards Ebbets Field Dodgers Chicago White Sox New York Yankees Russ Meyler Yankees Dodger Richards Roy, Campanella Ball Gil McDougald Borough Hall Gene Woodling Johnny Podres Mantle Billy Martin Meyer McDougald Joe Black Woodling Mantie

Sportsmanship Defines OSU California Football Clash

In Memorial Stadium a 17 to 14 Cal victory over Ohio State showcased clean play. Ohio State’s Tom Hague blocked a conversion attempt after Cal’s third touchdown, Larson praised the rival and both teams dined together. Coach Woody Hayes praised the clean game as proof football is a marvelous sport. Rookie end Cal Roberts from Gustavus Adolphus College is noted.

Berkeley Calif Ohio State Tom Hague Paul Larson California Memorial Stadium Larson Hague Cal Buckeye Woody Hayes

Still First For Athens in Friday Football

Friday's game between Athens High School and Pomeroy included correction of a report. Dave Baird the Athens fullback scored the opening touchdown on a 23 yard run and has tallied the first Athens touchdown in all three games this season.

Athens High School Pomeroy Mike Hamilton Dave ‘Baird Athens Baird

Saunders Wins Sixth Gallipolis Golf Crown

Howard Joe Saunders captured his sixth Gallipolis Golf Club championship by defeating Victor D. Hager 12 and 10 in a 36 hole final. Hager had upset Paul Hedges and defending champion Bill Burnette but Saunders prevailed with steady play.

Gallipolis Howard Joe

49ers Upend Rams and Browns Rout Cards

The 49ers upset the Los Angeles Rams 31 30 with a late field goal by Gordon Soltau. Cleveland Browns defeated the Chicago Cardinals 27 7 as Otto Graham threw two TD passes to Dante Lavelli and one to Ray Renfro. The Browns sit atop the Eastern Conference with two wins and one loss.

Cleveland National Football League Detroit Lions San Francisco 49Ers Lions 49Ers Sterday Frisco Los Angeles Rams Gordon Soltau Cleveland Browns Chicago Cardinals Chicago Bears Green Bay Packers Cardinals Otto Graham Otto Dante Lavelli Ray Renfro Chick Jagade Chicago Jim Root Miami Ohio Don Stonesifer Charley Trippi Krippi Brown Renfro George Summeral Summerall Browns Lou Philadelphia Eagles

Birds Viewed By Students

Glouster elementary pupils in grades one to three viewed birds of paradise Friday afternoon. Homer Vian brought three birds from All aviaries to demonstrate life and color changes during mating season. One bird with a foot long tail impressed the class. A Pekingese dog also accompanied the demonstration and captivated the pupils.

Glouster Birds of Paradise Homer Vian Vian

Social Notes Of Glouster Highlights Local Bridge Night

Mrs Ed Ley hosted the Wednesday Bridge Club on New St with no tables in play. Prizes went to Mrs B R Angle first, Mrs Ernest Vernon second, and Mrs O A McDonald third. Other players included Mrs T A Noon, Miss Josephine Hedfelt, Miss Wilma Ferrell, Mrs Herman Atlas, and Mrs Norbert Johnston. A salad course closed the event.

Bobcats and Miami lead MAAC stats in mixed conference rushes

The MAAC race shows Ohio University pacing offense with 397 yards and 102 defense in conference play. Tom Ascani leads rushers with 110 yards while Toledo's Dave Andrzejewski tops passers with 10 completions for 166 yards amid scattered non conference results.

Ohio University Tom Ascani Toledo Dave Andrzejewski Bob DeChristofaro

OSU Illinois Grid Clash Headlines Weekend Program

Ohio State faces Illinois in a Big Ten meeting that highlights one of the season’s strongest collegiate gridiron programs. The Buckeyes prepare to host the Illini in a pivotal showdown with top players and high stakes.

Osu-Iinois Fritz Howell Columbus Illinois Ohio State Buckeye

Cadmus High Grid Team to Open Season on Mer cer ville Wildcats

Cadmus High School’s first football squad in 26 years hosts Mer cer ville High Tuesday at 7 30 pm on the Rio Grande gridiron. Coach Gerald Wagner expects rough play but aims for a solid debut against the Wildcats led by Raymond Baldwin.

Gallipolis Cadmus High School Mercerville High School Rio Grande High Gerald H Popey) Wagner Centerville High Cadmus Redskins Wagner Wildcats Raymond Baldwin Frankyear Vinton Renna Gailia Bily Martin Cek Bees -Ba Gil Hodges Brooks Wagner Mayen Vin Thie

Dodgers bullpen call changes late inning in World Series

In last year’s series Jim McDonald served as the Yankees batting practice pitcher while Casey Stengel used him later. Yesterday Stengel again called Bob Kuzava from the bullpen in the eighth inning.

Jim McDonald É Yankees Casey Stengel Dodgers Bob Kuzava

Red Birds Sign Keane as Manager for 1954

Columbus announces Johnny Keane will pilot the Columbus Red Birds in 1954 with General Manager George H. Sisler Jr. praising his caliber and returning as manager. Meanwhile Roy J. McCoy of Xenia wins the Class B hydroplane in the West Virginia Boat Racing Championships in Charleston. Johnny Mize signals retirement after the series, hinting at final games in Ebbets Field and Yankee Stadium. Choir to rehearse at Mullfield Christian Church Thursday at 7 p.m.

Charleston W. Va Roy J. McCoy Xenia Ohio Columbus Johnny Keane Columbus Red Birds George H. Sisler Jr Sisler Red Birds Keane Chauncey Mullfield Christian Church

Chauncey Area Personal News From Local Families

Chauncey social notes list visits and anniversaries among residents. Glouster hosts Mr and Mrs Robert Hanning and other local couples. Basil marks the 57th wedding anniversary of S A Welling. Athens and Chauncey families, including Gardners and Bryans, are mentioned with weekend and Sunday visits.

Chauncey Glenna Gamwell Pamela Bil Kelly Martha Russell Robert Hanning Glouster Ralph Barker Lucy Barker Harold Barker Sue Ann Barbara Athens Charles Fender Columbus Karl Gardner Guy Gardner Ray Gardner Frances Howard Lang Don Forsyth Ray Cheesmah May Reeves Nelsonville Beulah Robinson

Class To Meet Thursday at Methodist Church

The Orpha Class of the Methodist Church in Glouster will gather Thursday at 7 30 p m in the church social room. Members who did not bring items for the silent auction last month are asked to bring them this month.

Glouster Methodist Church

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