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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1954

Page

22

Pomeroy wallops Wahama 26 to 6 in league clash

Pomeroy High School routed Wahama 26 to 6 as quarterback English led multiple scoring drives aided by strong ground work from Qualls and Roush. Wahama's Sayre scored late in the fourth but could not rally the visitors. Coaches Rex Jarvis and Ralph Sayre watched miscues and penalties hamper both sides.

Pomeroy Ralph Sayre Wahama White Falcons Pomeroy High School Bobbles Buckeyes Gilbert English Bucks Falcon Panther Bill Qualls Wahama Sayre Panthers Ohin English David Roush Mountaineers Weaver Sheridan Jon West Hoine Dillard Paydirt Roush Paugh Bumgardner Sprouse Robinson Staats Taylor Pickens David Oush Ford Young Bemeroy Johnson Brown Smith Lambert Gurds Groeser Mitch Qualls Woon Weery Barnhart Morris Russell Harmon Hawthorne

Baseball Umpiring Sparks Youth Appeal Debate

Sports writer LeDuc argues that rigid umpires hurt youth interest and attendance, urging baseball to shed old notions and build a new, more competitive game to win back young fans. The piece adds that many fans miss the old spirit of the game and warns of declining popularity if reforms stall. Meanwhile Chicago Cardinals place players on waivers and reserve, including All-MAC end Lou Sawchik after his college standout season.

fkeDue LeDuc Chicago Cardinals Lou Sawchik Sawchik Aipotela Ohio University

Vinson Nips Big Blacks As Penalty Spoils Tie

POINT PLEASANT IT was syndicated that Point Pleasant coach Bob Sherizer intends to protest a referee decision in the 7 6 loss to Vinson Friday night. Penalties on Point Pleasant stalled drives and a blocked extra point helped Vinson hold on for the tie and sparked a protest over a roughing penalty late in the game. The Big Blacks used a five yard penalty and a blocked return to deny the point after Vinson’s late sequence.

Francis Klelin Charles McDonald Middleport Middleport High School Yellow Jackets Belpre Eagles Middleport Stadium Belpre Yellow Jackets Charles Smith Smith Ernie Kauff Richard Movatter John Vroman Lee McGuirr Vroman Robinson Jackets Eagles Wilcoxen Snyder Fumpbles Yellow Vinson Big Blacks Point Pleasant Bob Sherizer Antry Paul Austin Ithe Muntington Alty Bennet Miles Durst Ruthersford Jones Newell Capelourt Ginalds Durst Burrig Dd. Rogers G. Hapers Wilson Minton Bell Bennett Gaeenlor Lockhart Youn Sarver Me.Cloud Herbert Eastban Tooley Trimboli Herman Wallace Neal iGibbs Connelly Reginolds Baisey Vernon Bartram Fand Cassell

Avila Honored as Village’s Honorary Mayor

The central California oil port Avila named Bobby Avila as honorary mayor in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the Cleveland Indians this year. Evelyn Phelan, president of the Avila Civic Assn., announced the honor in the town of about 3600 residents, where Avila leads the American League in hitting this season.

Avila Ulif Hobby Avila Cleveland Indians Evelyn Phelan Avila Civic Assn California Bobby Avila

Chieftains Fall to Lancaster Gales in Big Defeat

Lancaster Gales, led by Kendrich and Carlisle, routed Logan Chieftains 34 0 before 4000 fans. The Gales built a 21 1 halftime lead, then added two more touchdowns in the third and fourth quarters. Logan managed only one first down and 23 rushing yards, while Lancaster dominated with a versatile T formation.

Cleon Tucker Togan David Goliath Logan Chieftains Lancaster Braves Tihan Cniets Cales Logan Chiefs Kendrich Carlisle Gales Kendich Friesner Phillips Ancreman Briesner Dick Harden Logan Cocaptain Frank Hartsell Slater Kendrick Anyother Bradford Larry Peterson Purple Warriors Alson Scrivner Southeastern Ohio

Stephens Gives Up For Season With Orioles

Veteran third baseman Stephens ends season with Baltimore Orioles after ankle injury. Manager Dykes confirms he would miss final eight games. Stephens, set to turn 34 next month, has 14 major league seasons and three in the minors.

Baltimore Vernly Stephens Manacine F Ceesceemarene Stephens Orioles Jimamy Dykes Stephens

Greenfield McClain tops Jackson Ironmen 21 to 7 opening night

Jackson Exline led a 30 yard pass to Dave Warner for a 23 yard score in the fourth quarter as the Ironmen defeated Greenfield Mc Clain 21 7. Greenfield built the early lead but Jackson answered with a pair of touchdowns and stifled the hosts to secure the SEC victory.

Dave Warner Exline Jim Greene Greene Jackson Greenfield Roy Purdin Gene Fetters Ironmen Jack Now

Beech Spins No-Hitter For Buchtel In 3-0 Win

Bill Beech of Buchtel pitched his second straight fall no hitter, fanning 13 in a 3-0 win over Ames Bern. Beech had two hits and scored the decisive run while Bob Day Ed Newman and Tom McDonald added singles for Buchtel. Mayle pitched well for Ames Bern with 13 strikeouts and five hits allowed.

Amesville Bill Beech Buchtel Ames-Bern Ffort Beech Danny Mayle Beech Bruins Bob Day Ed Newman Tom McDonald J Ames Bern Beech and Grinstead Mayle and Sewell

Top Team Bowlers Lead In Mixed Scores

Bailey posted 129 157 179 for 465 pins while Williams added 190 178 169 for 537. Hooper and Roberts contributed strong strings, with Hooper 122 85 155 and Roberts 143 192. Smith and Williams also crossed 300s in team play.

Bailey Williams Roberts Hooper Smith

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