Metropolitan Cage Teams Look For Another Good Year
Des 20 2 New York reports a strong outlook for the Met pro basketball season led by Long Island University, Saint John’s, and the Violet squad, with top opponents including Missouri, Notre Dame, and Georgetown set to clash at Madison Square Garden.
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Butterfield Resigns as Public Assistance Director
Dr. Donald L. Butterfield resigns from the medical service bureau of the Public Assistance department to become company physician for the Milburn By-Products Coal company in Fayette county. No successor named. Cleans, Cigarettes and Pipes at Purners. 217%
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Seabiscuit Returns to Speed in Santa Anita Workout
Great Horse Right Again reports Seabiscuit, in his first public workout since February 14, covering 2.8 furlongs in 34.1 seconds and finishing under restraint in 48. Smith, the veteran trainer, seeks a return to the “hundred grander” era. The workout signals fitness and potential for major races next year.
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Santa Hears Two Appeals From 1938 Letters
Chicago columnist Earl Milligan presents Christmas humor with Gabby Hartnett and Bill Jurges letters to Santa. The piece cites promises about wages and team loyalties, referencing P K Whigley Chicago Cubs and Giants, with playful Spoonerisms and a look back at 1938 baseball seasons and umpire relations.
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Snead Loses Club Position At Greenbrier
Slammin Sammy Snead will not have a renewed contract with the Greenbrier Golf Club after January 1 due to a reduced club budget. He plans to work April and October for a similar arrangement elsewhere, spend January home in Hot Springs, and take on a Chicago newspaper golf column and May exhibitions with Ralph Guidahi as part of his busy offseason.
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Sutherland Boom Opens At Dinner In Fairmont
FAIRMONT December 20. A local reported surge in interest as Jack Sutherland potential coach at West Virginia University draws attention at a community dinner. The chatter references Fleming Jr and Turners with over ten thousand gifts noted in the event.
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West Virginia University alumni leader hints at new coach
The president of the West Virginia University Alumni Association and University Stadium Corp spoke to 235 sports followers at a banquet last night, receiving thunderous applause as he announced a drive. He was the principal speaker and said he was happy to feel interest in a potential arrival at the state university. University officials remained noncommittal on the coaching subject.
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Dimaggio Praised as Major League Prospect
Rumors swirl about Dominick DiMaggio gaining praise as a future major league standout. Fans and notable baseball figures, including Ty Cobb and Joe DiMaggio's brother, predict a bright career while others speculate on coaching moves and matchups in the West Coast circuit.
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Fights Last Night Boxers Stopped In Several Cities
In Philadelphia Bily Scose stopped Jimmy Jones in a 160 to 158 bout. In Buffalo Billy Adams halted Lou Martinak at 1672, while in Houston Johnny Flor rescued res and Billy De2g finished. New York card saw Jack Wofrid stop Howard Bush after 176 pounds, and Herry Balsimo outpoint Bud Mignault. Aurel Toma defeated Nickey Jerome in New York.
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Bud Mignault
Bulldogs Open Season With Alumni Team in Philippi
The 1940 Philippi high Bulldogs face a strong alumni squad tonight at eight. Rex Pyles will referee as the Alumni, featuring former players now at colleges such as Kursavage and Harrell. Starting lineup likely D Wilmoth, Wilson, H Wilmoth, Mathew, Mackay with Thorpe and Woodford off bench. Proceeds benefit the Philippi band and a remodeled gym hosts the event. The reserves meet the White Jackets at 6:45 prior to tipoff.
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White Jackets
Payrolls Set to Be Distributed Before Christmas
County Supervisor Walace N Henderson said payrolls have cleared the legal office on December 14 and checks should arrive for distribution Friday. All WPA projects in the county will close Saturday and Monday for Christmas, resuming next Tuesday.
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Suspected Larceny Suspect Held for Theft Near Peekskill
Charleston dispatch reports Daniel Russel Heiges, 22, arrested on larceny charges from a dude ranch near Peekskill New York. Heiges is also wanted in Harrisburg Pennsylvania for parole violation according to State Police Lieutenant C W Ray.
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Champion Runner Pat Dengis Dies in Plane Crash Near Baltimore
National marathon champion Francis Patrick Dengis known as Pat Dengis is killed in a cabin plane crash near Baltimore along with 21 year old Richard H. Sohn. The aircraft fell from 100 feet as it plunged to the ground.
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Pat) Dengis
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Grafton High to Play R W Grafton High Tonight
Grafton Highs Bearcats under coach Rand McKinney prepare for a home game against Wilon of Clarksburg in the Field House. Expected starters include Leroy Swisher Bill Graham and Bill Slack with Bunner competing for a guard spot. A preliminary game features local reserves against the visitors. Referees Tom Bolyard and Hank Mazza will officiate.
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Chinamakers Cinch First Half Honors In Bowling League
The Independents lost the final game to Carr China keglers 629 to 729 after leading 750 to 644 and 790 to 668 in earlier singles. Tally Lisk posted a 201 game to help Carr China clinch the first half title as the Kiwanis and Potters mixed further standings. The league resumes with the second half starting Jan 2 and Moose and Cozy Rest Inn entering.
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Holt to Stay Home for Christmas in Charleston
Charleston dispatch reports Homer A Holt will spend a quiet Christmas at home while Governor plans to act as Santa Claus visiting local families and distributing gifts. No details on destinations or schedules are given.
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Bobby Feller Weighing Offer to Enter Movies
Cleveland ace pitcher Bobby Feller, 21, weighs a Hollywood bid from Republic Pictures for a six film western series. He says I know I can act and cites a benefit performance where he played a sports writer as proof of his acting potential.
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Billiard Aces to Visit Grafton Recreation Parlor
Grafton readers will witness five world class billiard players this season at Recreation Billiard Parlors. C D Jacobs arranged with Sylvester Livingston to bring Johnnie Layton Willie Mosconi Marcel Camp Babe Cranfield and Clarence Anderson for five exhibitions starting tomorrow night at 730 pm. Admission free by invitation with limited seating. each player will also perform trick shots and provide cue game instruction between matches.
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Babe" Cranfield
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Fools Police Continued Details of Slaying Suspect
Erickson, held after a murder arrest, claimed nitrate stains on his hands came from a shotgun fired the day before. Capt Harrison said a shotgun leaves no nitrate traces. Erickson’s tale includes aiding Wolfe and wife, quarrel over ingratitude, and killing Wolfe while McKenna slept to create an alibi.
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