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Newspaper
Bonham Daily Favorite
Location
Bonham, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1968
Page
16
Texas high school football quarterfinals produced shocks as Path dominated to reach the semifinals alongside 10 other teams. Galveston fell 22-9 to Washington, Randolph lost 24-8 to Klein, Refugo edged Mission 17-8, Henderson beat Plano 21-7, and Daingerfield defeated San Saba 42-6. Iowa Park tied 0-0 with Big Lake but advanced, with Sonora, Ranger, and Rosebud also winning on penalties amid a slate of upsets.
In Class AAAA Houston Washington defeated Galveston 22 to 9. Class AAA quarterfinals saw Henderson beat Plane 21 to 7 and Alvin top Silsbee 35 to 13 with Refuem 17 Mission 8. Class A quarterfinals featured Iowa Park 6 Big Lake 0 with Iowa Park advancing on penetrations. Daingerfield 42 San Saba 6. Klein 24 Randolph 8. Senora 26 Sudan 20. Clifton 14 Ranger 12. Rosebud 27 White Oak 27 with Rosebud advancing on penetrations 6-5. Path 34 Tidehaven 0.
SMU and the University of Houston announced a six game home and away football series starting in 1975 with the opener in Dallas. The rival will appear as the season opener for both schools for six consecutive seasons, ensuring a Houston area appearance each year through 1980.
Corsicana edged the Bonham Warriors 38 35 on a late free throw and travel call. Preston Anderson led Bonham with 18 points while Wanda Shaw Thomas Richardson Lonnie Bennett and Dick Sinson contributed. The Warriors face a busy week with two lone games and Gainesville tournament play.
Chargers 9 3 clash with pace-setting Chiefs 10 2 in San Diego as Dick Post returns after military fitness ruling. Post leads San Diego with 699 yards while Hadi to Alworth form a potent passing duo. Chiefs rested with key players healing as Garrett Buchanan and others recover. Cincinnati Bengals visit New York for a potential landmark expansion club victory record.
Charles V. Harrelson of Houston and Jerry Watkins were indicted in Hidalgo County for the July slaying of a wealthy South Texas grain dealer Sam Degelia. Harrelson, already indicted for murder in Houston, is jailed in Brazoria County. Watkins was arrested in Houston and moved to Hidalgo County for the indictment.
Cleveland Browns restore Ron Green Bill Glass and Gary Collins to the active roster and expect them to play Sunday against Washington. Green had been on the tax squad and replaces flanker Eppie Barney who suffered a hairline fibula fracture in practice Wednesday.
Wanda Borders posted a 499 series and games of 177 and 172 to top the Pinspotters league at Red River Lanes. Eleanor Murphy was second with a 466 series and Alene Barker third with 459 and 167. Red River Lanes had the high team game 709 and high team series 2034. Morgana Red River Lanes and Wingate Fince won while Wingate Furniture Big Dipper Bradford-Watson and Bonham State lost on 4-0 night.
Governor John Connally rejected rumors he would run for U S Senate if Ralph Yarborough leaves his post. He said he plans to stay with Houston law firm work and has no intention of seeking public office again. He noted no major policy pushes and expected broad general budget provisions.
SWC officials convene for their annual winter meeting in Dallas to discuss junior college transfer rules freshman participation and admission policies amid a calm atmosphere. Topics include scholarship limits and conference championships while last spring’s penalties for recruiting are recalled.
San Francisco reports the sport begins a power shift after Commissioner Eckert is ousted. Owners inch toward a central office led by a strong commissioner with changes to play including pinch runners, constant pinch hitters for pitchers, and automatic walks, aiming to boost popularity amid football competition.
St. Louis Cardinals end receiver Dave Williams will miss the rest of the season after exploratory knee surgery on his left knee. team spokesman announced the development.
Officials said nothing abnormal was found and the cause of his knee difficulties remained unclear, leaving the condition without a definite diagnosis and no announced treatment plan.
The International Conference of Police Associations denounces the Walker report as stigmatizing law enforcement in North America. A resolution objects to early release before grand jury findings, criticizes Daniel Walter for his interpretation, and rebukes press coverage and photos for misinforming the public.
In eastern Angola near Lumbabi Portuguese troops killed 13 African guerrillas and wounded four others in a battle Friday. No Portuguese losses were reported.
A government official stated that an earlier offer to keep staff in place would stand until they finish their term. The comment emphasizes continued support for staff during the transition period.
Readable catalog text lists items for sale including cultivators wheel trailer corn picker stripper gal butane tank and peanut plows. Also mentions spray pump feed troughs sweeps electric drill tractor covers markers hand tools and hundreds of related items.
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