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Newspaper

Danville Register

Location

Danville, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1965

Page

4

Wake Forest Coach McKinney resigns amid health concerns

Horace Bones McKinney resigns as Wake Forest head basketball coach citing health issues, to be replaced by acting coach Jack Murdock. The move comes with a season end review scheduled for 1965 66, while McKinney remains hospitalized and vows to seek other work after a rest. He led the Deacons for eight seasons with 122 wins and 94 losses, including a 106 47 run over the last six years.

Winston-Salem N.C Horace Bones McKinney Wake Forest Gene Looks McKinney Jack Murdock Harold Tribble Deacon Murray Greason Greason Deacons

Top Ten Pitching Decisions List Highlights Leaders

Grant Minnesota leads with a 20-6 record and a .769 win percentage. McLain Detroit stands 15-6 at .714, Fisher Chicago 15-7, Sloulemyre New York 19-9 at .678, and Miller Baltimore 14-7 at .667.

Grant Minnesota McLain Detroit Fisher Chicago Sloulemyre New York Miller Baltimore

$100 000 Suit Filed By Mother Of Little Leaguer

The mother of 9 year old Terry Hollis seeks $100,000 in Alameda County Superior Court against Albany Little League Del Wisener Frank Allesandro and Moses Brown. The suit claims Brown hit Terry with a bat during practice and the league leaders were careless for not ensuring adequate protective equipment.

Oakland Calif Terry Hollis Janice Sanford Albany Alameda County Superior Court Little League del Wisener Frank Allesandro Terry Moses Brown Brown

Clarke May Compete Melbourne in Mexico City Tests

Ron Clarke, holder of many distance running world records, may represent Australia in Mexico City during the 1968 Olympic Games tests Oct 11 to 17 to study altitude effects. Clarke will travel from Japan after competing in a marathon if selected.

Clarke Melbourne Australia Ron Clarke Mexico City Japan

Detwhiler Shapes Up For Georgia Clash At Michigan

Michigan’s halfback Jim Detwhiler looks sound in a drill after returning from a knee injury suffered at North Carolina. He pulled in a Ward pass during a grid workout as Michigan prepares for Saturday’s Georgia invasion. Defensive guard Barry Dehli n’s knee injury is listed as doubtful. Ken Wright will continue at guard, with Dennis Flanagan and Hank Hanna rotating at Bill Keating’s spot. Keating is out for the season after knee surgery.

Ann Arbor Mich Jim Detwhiler Dick Vidmer Michigan Wolverines Georgia Detwhiler Toledo Ohio North Carolina Barry Dehlin Bob Hollway Ken Wright Dehlin California Dennis Flanagan Hank Hanna Bill Keating Keating

Weber Near All-Time Pro Bowling Earnings Record

Dick Weber won the Houston Open in Akron to accumulate 46,375 in 1962, three perfect games, and move closer to Don Carter's all-time one-year record. The Houston Open prize total was 22,500 with Weber taking 2,850. Other top earners listed include Carter Hardwick Smith Allen and Golem biewski with varying sums.

Akron Ohio Dick Weber Don Carter Professional Bowlers Association St. Louis Kegler Carter Billy Hardwick Louisville Harry Smith Redwood City Calif Bill Allen Orlando Fla Billy Golembiewski Detroit

Wilber Says Twins Will Win Series

San Francisco AP reports Minnesota Twins scouts Del Wilber Cal Elmer and Benny Borgmann at Candlestick Park assess potential World Series matchups. They believe the Twins can beat any NL team including Giants Dodgers or Reds, citing pitching power speed and defense as key factors. They note NL contenders vary in strength with Dodgers speed and pitching, Giants power, and Reds balance, predicting a likely five to seven game series outcome if Cincinnati wins at least six.

San Francisco Minnesota ‘Twins Candlestick Park San Francisco Giants del Wilber Giants Los Angeles Dodgers Cincinnati Reds Wilber Cal Elmer Benny Borgmann Twins Dodgers Reds Minnesota Los Angeles Cincinnati

ABC To Telecast NL Playoff Series If Tie Likely

New York The ABC network plans to televise all best of three National League playoff games if the Giants and Dodgers tie for the pennant. An ABC spokesman said coverage will also include Pope Paul VI’s New York visit next Monday. Dates are not set but expected for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday with possible network switch for papal coverage.

New York San Francisco Giants Los Angeles Dodgers ABC National League Warren Giles Los Angeles Dodgers Giants Cincinnati Reds Minneapolis-St. Paul Nbc-Tv San Francisco

Purdue Boilermakers Fine Tune for Cotton Bowl

Purdue football resumed hard work in Lafayette after a 25-21 win over Notre Dame. The team ruled out contact and studied Southern Methodist formations ahead of the Cotton Bowl in Dallas on Saturday.

Lafayette Ind Purdue Notre Dame Southern Methodist Dallas

Georgia Bulldogs name captains for Michigan game

In Athens Georgia emphasized defense in workouts Tuesday for the upcoming clash with seventh ranked Michigan. Coach Vince Dooley named guard Harold Steely and tackle Vance Evans game captains for the 116th ranked Bulldogs.

Athens Georgia Bulldogs Michigan Vince Dooley Harold Steely Vance Evans

Famous horse Match dies in England at Harwood Stud

Paris reports the death of Match, France's top 3-year-old thoroughbred of 1962, at the Harwood stud near Newbury, England. He won the Grand Prix de Saint Cloud the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes and the Washington D.C. International in 1962.

Paris Match France Harwood Stud Newbury England United States

West Virginia Leads Loop Grid Stats With Offense Edge

West Virginia tops the Southern Conference rankings in total offense averaging 506 yards per game after two contests, with 284.5 rushing and 221.5 passing while also leading in punting at 46.4. Davidson sits near the basement on defense as East Carolina rises in several categories.

Associated Press West Virginia Davidson Conference Service Bureau Richmond William and Mary Mountaineers East Carolina Citadel Davidso Corde Sasraaiag Rushin West H Cinta George Ashinigloss East Aro William Ets Mary George Washington Davidson East Carolina Furman Citadel Davidson West Vienta George Ashington Furman & Davidson

Defensive Linemen Shine For Georgia On Campus

Georgia's defensive linemen emerge as scoring threats in two Southeastern Conference wins. George Patton and Dickie Phillips ran for 55 and 43 yards, aided by key fumbles and interceptions that boosted the Bulldogs. Coach Vince Dooley credits the defense for carrying added load as the offense struggles and notes players like Phillips, Patton, Smaha, and Evans sparked turnovers. Jimmy Cooley jokes about his own lack of points as the unit gains pride and momentum.

Athens Georgia Bulldogs Vince Dooley George Patton Alabama Dickie Phillips Vanderbilt Dooley Phillips Patton J. E. Smaha Steve Sloan Vance Evans Jimmy Cooley Cooley

Maris Undergoes Hand Surgery At Roosevelt Hospital

New York Yankees outfielder Roger Maris had a bone fragment removed from the base of his right hand in a Tuesday operation at Roosevelt Hospital. He will leave hospital in a few days but his hand will be in a plaster cast for about three weeks, with limited action since June 28. First baseman Joe Pepitone also hospitalized after falling ill Monday night but is expected to rejoin the club soon.

NEW York Roger Maris New York Yankees Roosevelt Hospital Maris Joe Pepitone

Endurance Driver Crashes After 72-Hour Race

Gallatin Tennessee AP report says Jim Woodward won $500 for first in an endurance driving contest by staying on track 72 hours 10 minutes. Two laps after the runner-up quit Woodward fell asleep, veered off track, overturned several times and struck a tree. He wasn't hurt but faces $520 in repairs.

Gallatin, Tenn Jim Woodward Woodward

N L Sets New Attendance Mark Tops 13 Million

The National League reported on Tuesday it surpassed 13 million in attendance, a first for either major league. Monday night push brought the total to 13,045,546, continuing a four year streak of attendance records for the NL.

N. L Cincinnati National League

Frank Robinson Sues over $50,000 damage claim

Cincinnati star Frank Robinson filed a $50,000 damage suit in Common Pleas Court Tuesday against William Okrent, a local sporting goods dealer. He alleges Okrent sought $212 for unauthorized 1963 bowling team shirts, a claim dismissed in Municipal Court last Oct. 14.

Cincinnati Ohio Frank Robinson Cincinnati Reds Common Pleas Cincinnati Sporting Good William Okrent Robinson Okrent

Boxing champ Mike Leahy suffers critical injuries in crash

Coventry England reports that former British middleweight titleholder Mike Leahy, who lost the crown in November 1963, sustained critical injuries early Tuesday when his car collided with a truck in the dark.

Coventry England Mike Leahy

Not Too Worried Franks Keeps Composure Despite Losing Lead

San Francisco Giants manager Herman Franks holds his calm as his club surrender a four game lead in the pennant race. Despite a rough week and questions from reporters, Franks backs his players, praises their unity, and explains his approach of delegating authority to coaches and captains to keep the team cohesive.

Franks San Francisco Herman Franks San Francisco Giants Los Angeles Dodgers Dodgers

Astros Acquire Saverine From Orioles For Larsen

Houston gains 24 year old Bob Saverine a versatile infielder and outfielder from Baltimore in exchange for pitcher Don Larsen who went to the Orioles last April. Saverine hit .267 in 135 games for Rochester last season and will report to Houston for spring training after assignment to Oklahoma City.

Houston, Tex Houston Astros Bob Saverine Baltimore Orioles Don Larsen Orioles Saverine Rochester International League Ilub Oklahoma City Astros

Bruins sign Leo Boivin for 1965 66 season

London Ontario reports veteran defenseman Leo Boivin became the first Boston Bruins player to sign a 1965 66 contract. The signing marks the team’s early contract move for the upcoming NHL season.

Bruins London

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