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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1955

Page

8

Browns Top Cardinals 26-20 to Seize First in Division

In mid season action the Browns upset the Cardinals 26-20 to claim sole possession of first place in the Eastern Conference. Don Paul sparked Cleveland with a 60 yard punt return for a touchdown and an interception while Ray Renfro caught a four yard scoring pass from Graham.

Browns Cardinals Cleveland Don Paul Oto Graham Paul Graham Ray Renfro

Bobcats Triumph Over Hoosiers In Gutsy Comeback Victory

Ohio University’s Bobcats battled Indiana to a hard fought loss, yet delivered a glistening effort. Coach Widdoes praised the team’s defensive stance and late drive as players like Ahlberg stepped up with standout runs and a key five yard penalty controversy shaped the tense finish.

John Evans Bobcats Carroll C. Widoes Widgoes Widdoes Bob Fats Widtoon Beck Dehen McBride Abiberg Indiana Himelf Iman Ahlberg Ahlbe Tee Nenen

Crimmins Lands Ohio U For Staying in Contest

Bloomington Indiana coach Bernie Crimmins praised Ohio University after a muddy game saying OU showed a scrappy defense and fast backs. He defended Indiana's offensive plan amid the weather and noted his team played well despite the conditions.

Crimmins Ohio U Bloomington Ind Indiana Football Teletime Bernie Crimmins Indiana Crimi Ohio State Roll Widders Frning Crummine

Snead Wins Thunderbird Country Club Pro Member Tourney

Sam Snead captures the $10,000 Thunderbird Country Club pro member event in Palm Springs. He posts 67 to British rival Harry Weetman’s 69 and 69, with Weetman earning $150 for second place. Gene Littler and Mike Souchak falter late, Souchak finishing third with 67 72 139 and Littler 67 73 140. Other tied players in the 140 bracket each win $1,250 split among them.

Palm Springs Calif Sam’ Snead Snead Ty Ding Harry Weetman Weetman Gene Littler Mike Souchak Souchak Litter Cary Middlecott Chandler Harper Dougie Souchak

Miler Banned In Squabble Over Money

KANSAS CITY The Missouri Raley AAU suspended Wes ee over excessive expense payments for three California track meets last May. The 5-2 vote drew dissent, with a committee member predicting the national body will vindicate Wes. The length of suspension rests with the AAU at its December meeting in Louisville. Santee, KU alum now at Quantico, said the action could make Santee ineligible for AAU events.

Associated Press California Wes Santee University of Kansas Quantico AAU Louisville

Welters Meet In TV Bout At St Nicholas Arena

Paolo Melis former title holder and Danny Giovanelli Brooklyn lad who beat Vince Martine meet in a welterweight televised bout at St Nicholas Arena New York. Giovanelli to welters after moving from middleweight ranks. Melis listed with a 265 1 record and prior wins. The match is set for 10 p m EST with televised coverage.

Associated Press Paolo Melis Danny Giovanelli Brooklyn Vince Martine St Nicholas Arena New York Giovanelli Sion Martine Jimmy Martine Chris Christensen Ray Drake Rinzi Nocero Chico Velarin Racuse Iment

Cassady Extends Big Ten Scoring Lead With Two Touchdowns

Ohio State star Howard Cassady tallied twice to push his Big Ten scoring lead to nine touchdowns and 34 points. Gerry Planutis of Michigan State trails with 87 points, while Michigan’s Ron Kramer, back from injury, moves into third with 34 points. Minnesota’s Dick Borstad, Wisconsin’s Charlie Thomas, and Ohio State’s Frank Edwards tie for fourth at 30 points.

cHicaco Howard Cassady Ohio State Buckeye Gerry Planutis Michigan State Ron Kramer Michigan Towa Dick Borstad Minnesota Charlie ‘Thomas Wisconsin Frank Edwod Ech

Statistics Show OU Outplayed Hoosiers

OU dominated the Hoosiers in a decisive display as the scoreboard favored Oklahoma with strong offense and shut down defense. Gilbie has notes on key plays, players, and emerging trends from the matchup.

Hoosiers

Bevo-Boston At Gallipolis In Cage Game

Ohio U. scout notes Indiana game where Indiana led in first downs 14 to 2 at halftime but Ohio U. fought back, nearly upsetting the Hoosiers before 20 000 fans at Bloomington. Bobcats showed limited aerial threat as Indiana defense bottled Don McBride and Ron Macuga targets.

Campbell Indians Mit Ohio A Tne Ohio Bobcats Bernie Athens TV Beasley-Mathews Tennessee Gas Thrifty Jett Tony Gi Seh Seteaas HeMet Ron Rauchmiller Simons Bob Ripple Tom D. Williams Hal Doug Fairbanks G. Watkins Joe Amatutz Char Hes Karikas Ted Karras Ron Fenik Bob Skoronski Greer Sim Pat ViIl—Murphy Fellinger McBride Gene Cichowski Buckle Hand Ahlberg Bitters Barry Johnson John Evans Vil —Dilley Milt Campbell Reininga Vern Smith Olsen John Bartkiewice Reis Onio U Krauss Obrien Keller Buckle 179

Football Dean May Be Fired

ST. LOUIS reports petitions seek the removal of Don Faurot, Missouri coach since 1935, amid a seven-game skid after a 20 12 win over Colorado. Alumni groups in Kansas City and St Joseph spread the drive as Faurot also serves as athletic director and has led Missouri to three conference titles and five bowl games.

Missouri Faurot Kansas City Alumni Association

OSU To Probe Player Loans Amid Hayes Allegations

Ohio State University faculty group will investigate claimed personal loans or gifts from football coach Woody Hayes to players. The effort follows reports in two Cleveland area papers and Sports Illustrated noting alleged payments hastening the inquiry. Kenneth Wilson, Big Ten commissioner, said a university-led review will precede any external assessment.

Columbus Ohio Ohio State University Woody Hayes Big Ten NCAA Hayes Ohio State Journal Cleveland Plain Detler Ass Rated The Plain Dealer Cleveland Paper Kenneth To Tug) Wilson Wilson OSU Northwestern Howard Bevis

Mills Wins Skyline Skeet Title in 1955 Championship

Mills secured the Skyline Skeet title at the 1955 championship, with Ralph Brown as Class B winner and John Nye as runner-up. Bast Mathews claimed the Cass C Championship, while Frank Rauch Jr. won the Dias D Championship. The event marked the 1955 skeet season kickoff amid other runners-up and titles.

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Ursuline 38, Youngstown Raven 7 in grid clash

Ursuline defeated Youngstown Raven 38 to 7 while Youngstown East posted 47, and Youngstown North and Mansfield Madison tied 26. Bellville Fredericktown finished 26 to 6 over Huron with other scores listed in the grid summary.

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Races Called Off at Claybanks Speedway

Stock car racing at the Claybanks Speedway has been discontinued for the season as track officials announced repairs will be made on the track before the start of the new season.

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