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Newspaper

Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1961

Page

9

Kuharich Optimistic as Notre Dame Eyes Youth for 1961

Ku harich stated Notre Dame may start more sophomores than in modern history, predicting a strong 1961 campaign with depth, balance, and eagerness. He noted the schedule includes Michigan State, USC, and Navy, and highlighted a promising sophomore cohort and coaching strategy.

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Meeks Looms Big In Rebel Outlook

In San Antonio, Meeks and Weeks emerge as standout runners in the South squad as practice shapes up for the upcoming all star game. North focuses on passing with Knox Nunnally, James Kerby, and Pete Sammons, while Melvin Simmons shows strong form on the line. Baltimore vencees Kansas City 5 4 as Hoeft preserves late lead with key strikeouts and Brandt drives in three runs.

San Antonio Toms Bryan Xeyman Ragus Texas Ernie Koy Bellville Pete Ragus Corpuss Koy Thristi Miller Meeks Arturo Delgado Miller Danny Barfield Pasadena Roy Ragus Shirly Nelson Orange Russ Wayt White Oak Norman ‘Evans Donna James Miller Kerrvile Tony Duryear Houston Bellaire Jim Rode Hallettsville C. E. Willis Bay City Budgie Ford Taylor Walter McReynolds Galveston Joe Golding Wichita Golding Knox Nunnally Midland James Kerby DeSoto Pete Sammons Jacksonville George Tiffany Amarillo Melvin Simmons Ode ‘A Simmons Kings Larry Franks Nacogdoches

Cobb Leaves Money To Education Fund In Will

Cornelia Georgia AP reports Ty Cobb left 25 percent of his estate to an educational trust for his children and grandchildren while directing 75 percent to the Cobb Memorial Hospital endowment and a fund for indigent patients. The will, signed May 22, names a long list of beneficiaries and indicates the estate’s value was not disclosed.

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Cobb Heirs to Share Cobb Estate and Trust Funds

The will and trust distribute seven percent of the estate and household furnishings to Cobb's descendants and other personal effects. James Cobb and Mrs. Thomas Beckworth, with trustees from The Trust Co., oversee funds for the Cobb Educational Fund aiding two hundred students, aiming to support education for talented youths.

Beckworth Cobb Ciil Atlanta James Cobb Thomas Dia D. McLaren California Herschel Ty Cobb Buffalo N. Y

Reward Offered for Tagged Three-Pound Bass at Texoma

A Dallas sportsman offers a $1000 reward for catching the tagged three-pound black bass named the Zetco Kid released in Lake Texoma. Britt Swain of the Lake Texoma Association says the reward is placed in escrow to boost black bass fishing during summer and early fall. If the tagged fish is caught before January 1, 190? the reward will be paid.

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Horton Signs 50000 Dollar Detroit Prospect Contract

Detroit News reports Willie Horton, 18, a powerful sandlot star from Arnold Virginia, agreed to a Detroit Tigers bonus of 50000 dollars the largest for a Negro prospect. Horton, listed at 5 10 and 190 pounds, had attracted several major league offers and would play in triple A next year and winter baseball. His prior records include 45 walks and 28 strikeouts for Bob Lefebre at Arizona State University.

Bob Lefebre Arizona State University Detroit Willie Horton Detroit News Horton Arnold Red Sox Northeastern High School

Bantam Bout Postponed to August 19 in Caracas

In Caracas Venezuela the championship bantam bout between Eder Jofre of Brazil and Ramon Arias of Venezuela was postponed to August 19 at Jofre's request claiming insufficient training time. Jofre has a 42 bout unbeaten streak.

Caracas Venezuela UPI Eder Jofree Brazil Ramon Arias Veneuela Jofre

Friend Beats Phils By 3 1 In 9th Inning Drama

Philadelphia loses 3 1 as visiting Frienddale pitcher Bob Ophia holds Phils to four hits in a tense Monday night game.

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Pirates top Phillies 3 1 as Friend gains 1st win in 24 decisions

Pittsburgh defeats Philadelphia 3 1 behind Hoyt Friend first win in 24 decisions. Amaro triples to start Phillies sixth and Callison sacrifice fly scores. Pirates collect ten safeties off John Buzhardt for his 12th loss in 15 decisions with Hoak Skinner Clemente and Zoszki delivering important early and second inning hits.

Pittsburgh Pirates Phillies Friend Ruben Amaro Join Callison Pirates John Buzcardt Bucs Don Hoak Bob Skinner Roberto Clemente Bill Zeroski Bill Virdon Ted Virdon Baylor Lise Ie Stanley Bobby Fly Don Meredith

Longhorns Grab Schoolboy Stars From Alamo Gym

In San Antonio the University of Texas Longhorns selected the largest group of football and basketball all stars from the coaching school games. UT drew nine football players and four basketball stars for the Wednesday night cage contest at Alamo Gym. Baylor Texas A&M Tyler Junior College each earned two selections, with 12 schools sharing one apiece. two players remained unassigned. Ned Walk, later a multi sport coach, starred as a five sport athlete at Marion High School.

San Antonio UPD University of Texas Longhorns Longhorns Alamo Gym Baylor Texas A&m Tyler Ariza State University Ned Walk Marion Wislconsin

Texans Win in Exhibition Clash vs Titans

The Dallas Texans defeated the New York Titans 39 to 28 in Dallas in their first exhibition game of the season while reporting a small injury list.

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Coaching School Sets Enrollment Record in San Antonio

The Texas Coaching School in San Antonio surpassed 3,031 enrollments and neared 3,500 as K. Brown of El Paso joined the list. By afternoon the tally passed 3,200 with a Thursday finish planned for the all-site football game. The Texas High School Coaches Association, sponsor, meets Thursday morning and Charles Churchill of Ball High School is poised to become president, succeeding Jerry Sadler. The next meeting site for 1963 is Houston after Lubbock hosts this year’s event.

Beatty Roger Verheven Kuhart Jim Snowden Youngs I Town Ohio Paull. Org Port Chester Remy Serry ‘Siebert Los Angeles Jozef Lambrets Belgium Hamarstand Norway San Antonio API Texas K. Brown el Paso Texas High School Coaches Association Charles Churchill Ball High School Galveston Churchill Jerry Sadler Fort Worth North Side Lubbock Houston

Bosox sweep Twins in twin bill on Monday night

Boston wins two games from Minnesota as Vic Wertz delivers a clutch hit in the nightcap and Carl Yastrzemski drives in the decisive run in the opener. Don Schwall improves to 13-2 with solid support, while Minnesota drops its eighth straight loss, many by one run or in extras.

Boston Vic Wertz Don Schwall Minnesota Wertz Pedro Ramos Pete Kunnels Carl Yastrzemski Mike Fornieles Twins Red Sox Schwall Tow

Supertest Defends Harmsworth Trophy in Canada Race

Miss Supertest III won the Harmsworth trophy for the third time, placing ahead of Miss Detroit on Bay of Quinte. Bob Hayward led from the start as Supertest built a commanding lead in the 45 mile race, with speeds around 98 mph overall and 100.34 mph in heat one. Miss Detroit faced engine trouble and water intake dirt filtering while Dieter Konig powered engines for John Ward Trophy Classic. The report also notes Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins baseball action with Jensen’s homer and Naragan’s late hit delivering a 4-4 tie.

Picton Ont Canada United States Bob Hayward Supertest Bay of Quinte Harmsworth Detroit River Chuck Thompson Detroit Dieter Konig West Berlin Harmon Killebrew Red Sox Jackie Jensen Frank Malzone Twins Hal Naragan Jim Lemon Battey Bill Tuttle Minnesota Lennie Green Soto Wertz Mazzone Boston Buddin

Lubbock Fem Softball Team Wins Consolation Title

Quinn Connelley’s Lubbock women’s softball squad finished third in the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation tourney in San Antonio. The team beat Corpus Christi and San Antonio Braves after a loss to Houston Rebels, earned consolation crown by defeating Austin 97, with Tubby Moon and Nellie Stokes on the all tourney list.

Quinn Connelley Lubbock Champs Texas Amateur Athletic Federation San Antonio Lubbock Tubby Moon Houston Rebels Corpus Christi San Antonio Braves Austin TAAF Midland Texas Softball Association Wale Tubby Munn Nellie Stokes Gail Sossamun

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