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Newspaper
Chanute Tribune
Location
Chanute, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1956
Page
7
Colorado Buffaloes sit atop the Big Seven with two conference wins after beating Missouri 79 72 and Nebraska 78 63 in Lincoln and Boulder. They face Nebraska at Lincoln this Saturday in a key league week as Kansas and Kansas State chase.
Iowa State beat Oklahoma 58 55 in Norman to move to 1 1 in conference play Free throws helped Iowa State as Gary Thompson scored 20 points Oklahoma the youngest Sooners outshot the Cyclones 19 18 Missouri fell to Colorado Lionel Smith posted 27 for Missouri but Colorado used a balanced attack Mick Mansfield returned for Colorado Dallas Dobbs scored 24 for Kansas as Kansas State lost to Kansas State in the shootout.
CIC basketball results show Pittsburg at home against Emporia State seeking their 15th win while Fort Hays State hosts Kansas City University and Washburn meets Omaha University. Pittsburg beat Washburn 78-68 last week while Fort Hays beat Southwestern 71-66. CIC standings list Fort Hays 2-1, Pittsburg 5-1, Washburn 3-2, Emporia State 1-1, Southwestern 1-2, St Benedicts 0-2.
New York defeats Boston 109 to 104 while Syracuse tops Rochester 99 to 88 Fort Wayne beats Minneapolis 104 to 99 Philadelphia over St Louis 108 to 98.
Lincoln directors adjourned without choosing a Wichita replacement for the Western Baseball League berth. They schedule another meeting January 28 in Colorado Springs to pick between Topeka and Hutchinson, while Rapid City postponed its decision.
The Chanute Merchants defeated Neodesha Motors 52 to 42 on Wednesday and Fall River 43 to 39 on Saturday. Ward Barnett led Neodesha clash with 19 points, Mert Criss 18, Ronnie Fowler 13. Barnett and Bob Johnson each scored 14 against Fall River.
A scanned scoreboard lists multiple teams including Chanute Furniture, Foodtown Super Market, Skinney's Electric, Purity Dairy, Meadow Sweet, First National Bank and others with weekly scores and high series figures. Individual results show high games by White, Johnson, Lovett, Mitch ell, and Nelson among bowlers, with league standings and Elks club results also noted.
The sixth annual Pro Bowl ended 31 30 with the East beating the West. Controversy swirled over a final play as Field Judge Joe Gonzales ruled a touchback on a potential Scudero ground or goal line catch, denying the West a safety. Ollie Matson starred for the East with a 91 yard kickoff return TD and key runs.
Marlene Bauer Hagge of Asheville N C used a precise approach and clutch putt to win the Sea Island Invitational at Sea Island Georgia. She defeated two rivals in a sudden death playoff after a 152 total over 36 holes, earning $630 in the $3 500 purse.
The Tribune lists classified rate structure per word for 1, 3, and 6 insertions with a 60 cent minimum charge and double-rate boldface. Discounts apply for early payment. blind ads incur extra. Contracts, out of area rates, and deadlines for same day publication are specified.
An odd mixture of local business promos and a heartfelt obituary notice. Kenneth Ranabarger signs a legal disclaimer on debts. Jesse Dean Crumrine memorial thanks from Grace Crumrine and family express gratitude for flowers and service support.
Help wanted male tire service man with truck, passenger and tractor tire experience. sales ability desirable at Glen's Tire Service 412 South Santa Fe. Boys part time four hour shifts selling name plates for houses LINDO Watertown Mass.
Missouri Valley leads are held by St. Louis and Texas A&M as top unbeaten teams in conference action. Houston remains in the mix with a 4-2 Valley mark and 10-3 overall. The week features three games including Bradley at Detroit, Wichita at Drake, and DePaul at St. Louis amid midterm exams.
Junction City bowlers set the pace after round two of the State American Legion Bowling Tournament in Hutchinson. S Kubik of Junction City topped singles with 670, teammates claimed second in doubles and teams, while Winfield pair Hetherington and Blizard won doubles at 1276. McPherson Bombers led teams with 3052 and O Swanson of McPherson led all events with 1912.
The American League sets a new high with 228 night contests for 1956, surpassing 224 in 1953 and far above last year’s 208 planned. Opening day April 17 includes Cleveland at Chicago and New York at Washington, with the season ending September 30 in matchups like Chicago at Kansas City and Detroit at Cleveland.
Police reprimanded and released a 40 year old man who admitted his involvement in a minor incident. He gave a statement to officers and was released after processing. Further investigation was not indicated at the time.
A man contacted several women who answered newspaper job ads and offered work. He claimed the aim was to get acquainted, but officers said he solicited personal information and interactions under the pretense of employment.
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