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Newspaper

Danville Register

Location

Danville, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1962

Page

5

Langston Lions Rout Booker T. Washington 79–36

Langston High Lions used all players in a 79 to 36 win over Booker T. Washington High of Reidsville in Athens. Georgia led by Claudius Claiborne with 21 points and Carlton Gill 19 while Harold Morris and others contributed in a balanced effort. The Bulldogs shot 53 percent to pace the win as they improve to 2-1 on the season.

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Boston College Defeats Harvard By 57-45 Margin

Boston College upset a late Harvard rally to win its first basketball game of the season 57-45 in Cambridge. Sophomore George Humana led the Eagles with 19 points, sparking a late surge after BC erased a brief deficit and held Harvard scoreless in the final minutes.

Boston College Harvard Cambridge, Mass George Humana Eagles Hume

Thamps Dethroned by VHSL Appeals Committee ruling

The VHSL special appeals committee ruled that Andrew Lewis High School player Cecil Blankenship must surrender his fall football title due to ineligible eight semester rule. Evidence showed Blankenship enrolled in ninth grade at Franklin County and Radford High Schools in 1958 59, then again at Andrew Lewis in 1959. The decision, made at the final hearing, follows a prior notice from Franklin County authorities and a referral by the Group I A Western District Committee. Graham and Beaver of Belfield were the only teams to beat Andrew Lewis or block its perfect season.

Yesaay Ats Jayvee Blankenship Langston Andrew Lewis Peals Thurstor Coliseum Commission Lewis Salem Alrender LA Schol Graham Bluefield Andrew VHSL Drew Lewis Cecil Blank Andrew G. Wright Greensville County Rufus Tonelsen Group LA Maury High Norfolk Howard Suilins James Monroe High Fredericksburg VESL Luo al Andrew Lewis A. D.j Furt Franklin County Western District Committee Beaver Birefield West Virginia Cecil’ Blankenship

Roanoke Hosts St Marys In Top State Game

Roanoke's Maroons, undefeated in two starts and hailed as Virginia's most improved team, host St Marys NCAA Small College champions in the top matchup for state college clubs Friday night.

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Hiller Sworn Into Sheriff Role In McHenry County

Giants star Chuck Hiller becomes deputy sheriff and county court bailiff in McHenry County. The 27 year old, famous for a World Series grand slam, aims to curb juvenile delinquency with a baseball minded approach while not carrying a gun or uniform. He will work mainly in the courthouse and hopes to inspire youths toward a constructive path.

Jerry Liska Associated Press Woodstock San Francisco Giants Chuck Billoo Hiller New York Yankees Edward Dowd McHenry County Dowd Id¢Hmsburg Chuck Sill

Wayne Duncan Helps Appalachian Stroll Past Pfeiffer 71 57

Wayne Duncan led Appalachian State Teachers College with 19 points as the Maroons beat Pfeiffer 71 to 57 in a Carolinas Conference basketball game. Calvin Lawson topped Pfeiffer with 16, Harold McManus added 13, and Appalachian outrebounded 28 to 42. The win lifts Appalachian to 3-1 in conference play.

Misenheimer N.C Appalachian State Teachers College Pfeiffer Buddy Hackmat Appalachian King Colleges RPI Salem Mission Appalachian Jed Wayne Duncan Roanoke Jack Lytton Calvin Lawson Harold McManus Danny Monk Mortis Cregger Ord Tha Gama Mt St Maruta

Altavista Hosts Dan River In Southern Zone High School Basketball

Whitmell and Brosville prep for openers in District TV Group D as Altavista invades Dan River. Boys action features Whitmell seeking a second straight win after a close win over Gretna and Dan River aiming to rebound following a 45 53 48 loss to Climax. Girls race includes Brosville chasing a first district win against Whitmell while Gretna eyes a consecutive win over William Campbell.

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Unusual Happenings Recalled by Football Coaches

Dallas AP report recalls colorful tales from Southwest Conference figures. Frank Bridges describes the longest penalty in his coaching days, while Mike Brumbelow remembers knocking out referee Pete Cawthon. Other coaches share quirky plays, wind affected kicks, hidden ball tricks, and notable players from Baylor SMU TCU Tech and more.

Harold V. Ratliff Dallas Frank Bridges Mike Brumbelow Pete Cawthon Homer Norton Fred Thomson Wear Schoonover Tellege Jimmy Stewart SMU Lubbock Texas Tech Morris Frank Sam Boyd Baylor Sam Boyd Doc Hughes Dallas Sporting Goods Bridges Usua Mack Saxon Texas Mines D. X. Bible Ula J Frank Bridges Rusty Russell Southern

Bowling results and league standings at Riverside Lanes morning session

The morning bowling at Forest Lanes featured multiple leagues with numerous teams and players posting varied scores. Key entries include Riverside Lanes teams Rebels 1012 Marshall 91 and Dragons 95S Haymore 77, plus Pepsi Cole 4 Gough Lumber 4 and Charcoal House 34. Main American 1 Harper Croxton 3. The Trading Stamp League will begin play at Forest Lanes with free stamps and coffee starting at 10 a.m.

Recreation Center Ladies League Sample Dept Fleming Paxton Dimm Weave Barber Boys League Rebels Marshall Dragons Haymore Riverside Lanes Pepsi-Cole Gough Lumber Im. A Barnett Dist Barber Shop Neal Grocery S. & B. Moaters Charcoal House Goodyear Harper-Croxton Exchange Chis Forest Lanes

Ken Hubbs to Receive Chicago Rookie Award at Dinner

Chicago star Ken Hubbs, the National League rookie of the year for the Cubs, will also be honored as Chicago rookie of the year at the 23rd Diamond Dinner of the Chicago Baseball Writers on January 13. The event recognizes hubbs and other standout first-year performers in the league.

Ken Hubbs Rookie Chicago Chicago Cubs Chicago Baseball Writers

Unbeaten Miami Beats Rhode Island 88-80 in Kingston

Miami Hurricanes remained undefeated by beating Rhode Island 88 to 80 at the free throw line. Rick Barry scored 27 for Miami while Mike McCoy added 16 and Ken Allen 13. Rhody’s Steve Chubin and Frank Nightingale led with 22 and 14 respectively as Rhody faded after Nightingale fouled out with 13 minutes left.

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