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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1965

Page

11

Ohio University Eyes Home Opener Against West Texas State

Bobcats optimism centers on a wide open attack and better use of the forward pass led by coach Bill Hess. Skeptics note mixed quarterback play but point to Gary Simmons and kickoff return threats as potential edges in a 16 7 style upset line.

Ohio University West Texas State Ohio Whip Buffaloes Skip Hoovler Bob Andersen Gary Simmons Jim McKee West Texas Ohio State Texas Texas Christian Southern Methodist Peden Stadium Grover Center Bobcats Bill Hess Hessians

Skyline Speedway Midgets Race Weekend Preview

Skyline Speedway hosts a two day program with a Powder Puff Derby and six super modifieds on Saturday and a large midget field on Sunday. Mack Clingan leads the Saturday show with Sam Erwin and others chasing, while Bob Miley headlines Sunday along with Buddy Martin and Jack Hite in a competitive points race.

Bob Miley Tri-State Midget Auto Racing Association Skyline Speedway Lohiser Richard Lohiser Cleveland Mack Clingan Sam Erwin Portsmouth Jim Frazer Powhattan Point Tommy Dickson Marietta Tri- State Midget Auto Racing Association Skyline Megadore Ohio Buddy Martin Miley Jack Hite Canton Martin

Mays Egg Tosses But Misses Game

The Giants stretch NL lead to 414 games after routing Houston 5-1 as Willie Mays rests. Mays, sidelined by Franks, participated in a pregame egg toss and left after one mishap. Giants piece together a four run first inning, with McCovey homering and Bolin strong on the mound.

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Army Air Force Soccer and Football Set for Chicago

Stagg Field at the University of Chicago hosts the Army Air Force soccer match on November 6. The same day Army and Air Force face off in football at Soldier Field.

Stagg University of Chicago Army - Air Force Army Air Force Soldier Field

Outfielder Lou Johnson Moved Through Many Clubs

Outfielder Lou Johnson aged 31 of the Los Angeles Dodgers has played for the Chicago Cubs Los Angeles Angels and Milwaukee Braves and has appeared for 15 different minor league teams.

Lou Johnson Los Angeles Dodgers Chicago Cubs Los Angeles Angels Milwaukee Braves

AHS Plans Saturday Match With Warren Local

Athens High School Bulldogs visit Warren Local 1 p.m. Athens time on the Warren Local field near Vincent in a non league clash. Warren Local, PV League member, opened with Beallsville 30 8 with Rice back as coach.

Tom Metters Athens High School New Lexington Bulldogs Warren Athens Vincent Warren Local Parkersburg Ron Rice Warriors University of Virginia Pioneer Valley League Beallsville Rice Mike Brant Barney Peckens Jim

National Amateur Tourney Littler Qualifies in Tulsa

Three Ohioans qualified for the final rounds of the National Amateur Golf Championship in Tulsa. Remaining players include Bob Littler Jr of Athens with 74 77 to reach 151, Dan Carmichael of Columbus 77 77 for 154, and Richard Guardiola of Shaker Heights 81 74 for 155.

Tulsa Okla Bob Littler Jr Athens Dan Carmichael Columbus Richard Guardiola Shaker Heights

Major League Leaders in Batting and Pitching

American League leaders include Yastrgemeki Boston with 319 at bats and Oliva Minnesota with 120 runs and 177 hits. Versalles Minnesota notable in runs and doubles. Campaneris Kansas City leads in triples and stolen bases. Koufax Los Angeles tops NL pitching with 26 8 7d strikeouts and 14 decisions.

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