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Grafton Sentinel in Grafton, West Virginia

17 Dec 1956

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Grafton Sentinel

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Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1956

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WVU Takes Alabama Tourney By United Press

A 16 game slate tops a busy pre holiday period for two state colleges with Marshall hosting Western Michigan in a MAC clash delayed by weather. West Virginia faces N. Carolina State while West Liberty and Alderson Broaddus also figure in regional action. The week tallies include Tech, Stramersville, Beckley, and a Pepperdine style set, with WVU’s guard unit and a 9-0 Golden Bears run noted in the mix.

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West Virginia weighs bid to defend Birmingham Classic title

West Virginia University coach Bred Schaus said WVU has been invited to defend its Birmingham Classic title but the decision rests with the athletic council, with no timetable for discussion. Duke game recap notes Duke’s late collapse and Vincent’s heroics. Rod Hurley named outstanding player with Clayer Kerihaugh on all tournament team amid 25-point effort. Bethany upset by Washington and Jefferson featured Larry Rombowski’s 43-point individual record for the Jeffs. Weekly schedule lists several college basketball games and tournaments, including WVU tests and campus events.

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Morgantown Bred Schaus West Virginia University Schaus Athetic Council Duke Schau Blue Devil West Virginia Duse Maryhe Don Vincent Yan West Virgitia Ccell Craig Clayer Kerihaugh Bethany Washington and Jefferson Larry Rombowski Jeffs West Liberty Steubenville Concord Tech Beckley Central State Potomac Frostburg Western Michigan Marshall Richmond WVC W.va Frosh Glenville Wennesday Tech Parris Isfaod Tournamen Altoona Paloma Parmout Wash Arar Brwpen Actina Lehmsea Cay Tea N.C
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College Basketball Scores From East to West

A dense roundup lists numerous varsity results across the nation. Notable showings include Duquesne, Canisius, Penn State, Syracuse, Texas, Kentucky, UCLA, and many others posting victories or close defeats against varied opponents, reflecting a busy midseason schedule.

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Sergeant Likes Air Force Hitch

Roy Baxter, 65, began his hitch today and said, I live Air Force and I won’t say this is my last voyage. The enlisted man spoke as he prepared to join service.

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Tennessee’s Vols Seek Sugar Bowl Win Over Baylor

Knoxville, Tenn. coach Bowden Wyatt aims to cap his 2nd year with a Sugar Bowl victory over Baylor and a record unmatched since 1938. Johnny Majors stars as the Vols push for a bowl win amid a strong defense and standout backs. Wyatt notes Baylor’s quality and previews the team’s New Orleans bowl prep.

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Knozville Tenn Bowden Wyatt Tennessee Baylor Wyatt Volunteers Vols Oklahoma Tank Johnny Majors United Press Majors Kyle Buddy) Cruze Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Tulea Robert Neyland Bears Ed Cantrell Bill Bennett New Orleans
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Frost Named Harness Horse Of The Year For Second Year

Weekend sports round up from Columbus Philadelphia Melbourne Raleigh New York and Boston. Scott Frost earns harness horse of the year for a second consecutive season. Giants defeat Eagles 21-7 to clinch the NFL’s Eastern Division title. Shirley Pry defeats Althea Gibson to win the Victoria women’s tennis championship after dramatic sets. North Carolina State fined 5000 dollars over Jackie Moreland basketball recruiting case. Bob Olin, 48, former light heavyweight champion, dies of a heart attack. Bill Russell says he will sign with the Celtics on Wednesday.

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U S Davis Cup Team Stays Wary After India Win

In Perth, the United States beat India 4-1 to reach the interzone final, but coach Harry Hopman warned the Americans must improve within 10 days or risk a heavy loss to Australia. Vic Seixas leads the charge as the U S plans to defend in Adelaide December 26-28 with Flam, Giammalva, Green, and Seixas again in the lineup.

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Perth Australia India U. S Harry Hopman Swan Hopman Davie Copper Vic Seixas Philadelphia Seixas Ramanathan Krishman Mike Green Miami Beach Fla Krishnan Flam Billy Taert America Giammalva Green U.S Adelaide
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