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Newspaper

Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1964

Page

4

Caroline County Teams Highlight District Four Basketball Tourney

Caroline County will be well represented in the District Four Basketball Tournament with North Caroline in the A class Col Richardson in B and Lockerman in C all drawing Cecil County foes The Bulldogs Col onels meet on opening night Col Richardson vs 7 pm Bulldogs at 8 30 March 6 Lockerman in C at 7 30 The B district title is March 6 at 9 00 and C on March 7 at 7 00 The B and C champs go to College Park and the A champ must playoff with District Five at Wi Hi on March 7

Caroline County Washington College North Caroline Col. Richardson Lockerman Cecil County Bulldogs Colonels College Park Wi Hi

Bulldogs Clinch Narrow Victory Over Colonel Richardson

Eight hundred fans packed North Caroline High as the Bulldogs defeated Colonel Richardson 70 to 65 in a heated rematch. Ed Fisher led North Caroline with 27 points while Pat Barrett added 24 and Bob Jester 19 as the Colonels trio Fisher Elms Straton and English led the visitors in a game marked by tight officiating and multiple lead changes.

Caroline County North Caroline Bulldogs Colonels Colonel Richardson Stratton Pat Barrett Ed Fisher Boys Blue English Bruce Jarrell Canning John Elms Bob Jester

Denton Junior High Teams Lead In County Basketball

Denton Junior High School dominates Caroline County play as both Jets and Jerettss stay undefeated. In a joint boys and girls doubleheader, the Jets beat Federalsburg 51 to 22 with Dallas Holland scoring 15 and Billy Davis 10, while the Jetettes defeated the Falconettes 22 to 12 led by Beth Thornton with eight. Federalsburg’s top scorer was Jones with nine in the boys game and Glessner led Federalsburg girls with scoreless 12.

Denton Jr. High School Caroline County Jets Jerettss Federalsburg Falconettes Dallas Holland Billy Davis Jones Elwanda Gelletty Jetettes Beth Thornton

Greensboro sixth graders claim first win in three years

Coach Dink Scurto leads Greensboro boys to a 31-30 overtime victory over Preston as Kevin Nashold tops scorers with 16. In the girls game Greensboro peaks at 14-9 with Jo Ann Cahall and Sharon Seaman each at six. Dorsey Scott breaks his arm in pregame drills and is out for five weeks.

Hornettes Hornette Jo Ann Cahall Pantherette Sharon Seaman

Colts Contest Brings Colts to Memorial Stadium

The Denton Volunteer Fire Company hosts the Colts for the second year, offering a close up night Feb 15 for Caroline Countians. Fans can meet All pros John Unitas, Jim Parker, Gino Marchetti and others, with gate price of one dollar.

Memorial Stadium Denton Volunteer Fire Company Jim Parker

Card of Thanks for Sympathy and Support

A heartfelt thanks is extended for the many expressions of sympathy, cards, floral tributes and thoughtful deeds received during the illness and bereavement after the loss of Charles V. Shaffer. The family, led by his wife Elizabeth Shaffer, and their sons and families, deeply appreciate the communal kindness.

Charles V. Shaffer Elizabeth Shaffer

Local High School Schedules Highlight February Games

North Carolina varsity and junior varsity teams clash at Wi Hi with games at 7 p.m. Colonels JV play North Worchester at 2:30 p.m. North Dorchester varsity visit CRHS with a 7 p.m. girls contest. Lockerman hosts Kennard Greensboro Junior High. Federalsburg travels to Greens boro for soccer. Feb. 9 features Federalsburg at Greens boro and Denton at Ridgely soccer plus Lockerman Junior High at Denton. Feb. 11 includes Mardela Varsity at Col. Richardson, North Carolina at Centreville, and Somerset at Lockerman at 7 p.m. Also Federalsburg at Lockerman Junior High and Ridgely at Greensboro Junior High. Feb. 12 shows Mardela Girls at Col. Richardson at 2:30 p.m.

North Dorchester CRHS Lockerman Kennard Greensboro Jr. High Federalsburg Preston Ridgely Greensboro Denton Lockerman Jr. High Mardela Col. Richardson North Caroline Centreville Somerset Lockerman Jr

Club Offers Basic Golf Lessons at Caro Line Country Club

The Golf Committee heads a program led by John J. Smith to teach basic skills to non players. Sessions will cover grip stance and swing for groups, with no instruction for frequent players. Open to men and women with free lessons, contact John J Smith or Jack at Denton 236 for club access.

Caroline Country Club Golf Committee Ed Pierce John J Jack” Smith Smith John J. Smith Siesta Drive Denton Jack

North Carolina Girls End Colonelettes Unbeaten Run

North Carolina girls upset Colonelettes 32 to 28 as Bulldogettes control ball late. Susie Smith nailed one free throw after a late foul, with Kay Spidle leading scoring at 14 and Ginny Downes adding 10. Colonelettes coach Nancy Schlicker cited improved NC squad and limited lineup.

Colonelettes Bulldogettes Richardson Lady Bulldogs North Carolineans Northenders North Caroline Susie Smith Smith Nancy Schlicker Carol Shaw Chris Meredith Barbara Manley NCHS Kay Spidle Ginny Downes Colonel Richardson Sarah Lednun

Bulldogs Rally Past Colonel Richardson 64 55

Bulldogs IV pulled away late to beat Colonel Richardson 64 to 55 as Don Passwaters led North Caroline with sharp shooting and boards. Gary Hastings sparked the squads with leadership and hustle, while Engram contributed early for the Colonels before fading in the final periods.

North Caroline Don Passwaters Engram Colonels Gary Hastings Hastings

Denton School February Lunch Menu Describes Week Items

Denton school lists weekly platter options for February 10 through 14. daily meals include meats, soups, sandwiches, sides, fruit or pudding, and milk with two platter choices each day. No prices shown.

Golf Committee Seeks Club Members for Cleanup Work

Caroline Country Club Ied Pierce leads volunteers to clear wooded areas between fairways at the course. Most work is light delimbing limb pickup and burning. first cleanup set for Sunday Feb 9 from 1 to 4 p m as members show eagerness to assist in course progress.

Caroline

Moton Five Shook By Hot Wildcats in Shore Shootout

Moton High School faced a strong shooting night by Lockerman as the Wildcats built a lead, then held off a late Moton push to win 70-63. James Brown led Moton with 17 points, Cecil Flamer 15, and Randy Johnson 16, while Donald Jackson sparked a late rally off the bench with nine points.

Moton High School Easton Lockerman Talbot Countians Moton Donald Jackson Wildcats East James Brown Cecil Flamer Randy Johnson

County Soccer League Lead Hangs In Balance

Federalsburg, leading the county league, faces Greensboro next Sunday in a crucial match that could decide final standings. Greensboro and Denton also posted wins as Federalsburg and Ridgely drew 0-0 in a defensive classic.

County Soccer League Caroline County Federalsburg Greensboro Greensborians Ridgely Denton Alan Boyd John Frase Shelby Clendaniel Boyd Bob Strannahan Paul Coulby Dentonians

Saturday Morning Basketball Underway in Denton League

The Rotary Club sponsored Saturday Morning Basketball League in Denton opened with the Rockettes losing 18 to 17. Dentonians led early but Easton closed the gap in the finale. Faye Thomas scored 15 for the locals with Vickie Davis and Grace Gelletly helping on defense. Four dates and eight games are scheduled, including Feb 8 and Feb 15 home matchups against Easton Y Jrs and Country School teams, with players Myers Davis Thomas and Gelletly featured.

Denton Rotary Club Rockettes Dentonians Idlwanda Gelletly Easton Faye Thomas Vickie Davis Grace Gelletly Easton Y Jrs St. Peter and Paul’s Country School Tets and Jrs Taston Vettes Jr. Rockettes

Grid Coaches To Hear Texas Darrell Royal at DC Clinic

Collegiate coach of the year Darrell Royal of the University of Texas will speak at the Football Clinic in Washington DC February 15 and 16. Duffy Dougherty and Bud Wilkerson also headline the star studded agenda addressing high school coaches in the area. Caroline county will send five coaches to the two day affair with North Carolina reserving head coach Bob Johnson and aides Joe Kish and John Nussear. Col Richardson will be represented by Joe Loveless and Ward Taylor. Johnson and Loveless plan a four day football schooling trip to the National Football Clinic in Atlantic City NJ starting March 15.

Darrel Royal University of Texas Washington D. C Duffy Dougherty Bud Wilkerson Caroline County North Caroline Bob Johnson Joe Kish John Nussear Col. Richardson Joe Loveless Ward Taylor Johnson Loveless Atlantic City N. J

The News American Baltimore Launches Daily and Sunday Edition

The Baltimore publication now known as The News American continues its extensive coverage with all familiar features and robust news reporting. Readers are reminded to specify daily and Sunday editions for full access.

Baltimore News American

Ridgely Visit Returns for Mrs Councell and Son

Ridgely Mrs Flossie Councell and her son Michael returned Tuesday from a visit with her brother H E Plugge in Harrington.

Flossie Councell Michael H. E. Plugge Harrington

Selective Service Office Hours in Denton

The Selective Service Board in Denton Room 204 at the Post Office Building announces hours from 10 30 a.m. to 2 30 p.m. Monday through Friday. NywowswaPERHA DRIVES

Selective Service Board Post Office Denton

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