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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1965

Page

10

Petersburg Buffaloes Eyes Fourth Straight District Title

Petersburg Buffaloes, defending District 4-A champions for 1962 63 and 64, field an experienced roster led by Kerry Grace Jim Parka and Fud Robertson as they aim to extend the tradition. The squad lists tackles, guards, centers, and backs, with schedule dates and opponents noted for the upcoming season.

Carlton Stowers Avalanche-Journal Petersburg May Scarborough Snphomore Gerald Thom David Stephens Tso Jack Morris Jerry: Harris Bit ‘Wiese David Cale Dickie Reedy Sophoomore Ren Miller David Scarborough Bill Stanton Chuck Altman Mike Thompson Barry Bell Joe Spear Kerry Grace Jim Parka Jim Weathers David Lima Ron Underwood Jeacoe Canales Sammy Canales Sunint Looney Mike Richardson Thalon Ralle Loren Crosbyton Perstee Abernathy Lacknee Kross Reneevellye Raile Ho Laren Araabston Fud tWasne Robertson

Radix leaves large gift to golf and skating groups

Chicago sportsman Harry F. Radix died August 18 leaving 125000 of his 15 million estate to fund golf and figure skating causes. Bequests include 50000 for trophies, 25000 for professional golfers, 24000 for a golf amateur calf tournament, and 25000 to help build an enclosed rink for the Chicago Figure Skating Club. The Chicago Figure Skating Club and Evans Scholars Foundation receive portions, with 20 percent to charities.

Chicago Harry FE Radin Mondaquin Radix USS Olympic United States Chicago Figure Skating Club Evans Scholars Foundation

Alston Ejected From Met Game

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Walter Alston was ejected in the third inning of a Dodgers Mets game after a dispute with umpire Tom Gorman over Miller's delivery. Parker was hit on the left arm by a pitch. Parker stayed in briefly, then was lifted for a pinch hitter.

NEW York Walter Alston Los Angeles Dodgers New York Mets Mets Larry Miner Wes Parker Alston Tom Gorman Miller Dodger Pilot Maury Willson Parker Dodger

Error Prone New York Pitcher Charged in 1901 Season

Eustace L. Newton, a pitcher for Cincinnati and Brooklyn, faced 17 errors during the 1901 season, according to the report.

NEW York UPI Eustace L. Newton Cincinnati Brooklyn

Historic high school roster with player positions and dates

The document lists players by position and class years for a school team, including guards, backs, centers, and fullbacks. It notes birth years and letterman statuses, with partial season dates and locations such as Plainview Hereford and Lamesa. The ending item mentions Johnny Frederick’s 1932 pinch hit home runs for the Brooklyn Dodgers.

NEW York UPI Johnny Frederick Brooklyn Dodgers

Wildcats Gear For Improvement In'65

Avalanche JournalSPORTS Editor Bill Hart reports Littlefield Wildcats expect better season after a poor 1964. Returning players include quarterback Steve Lewis fullback Charles Powell and linemen Hudon Black Mangum Williams and Busey. Coaching emphasizes speed depth and experience with 10 lettermen back and competition for starting spots across offense and defense.

Inmce Wildcats Sane Borger Charles Powell Laan Schovassa Larry Hudson James Black Mangum Wilmer Williams Royce Busey Lewis Powell Schovassa Hudson al Mann Mike Perkins Dale Thompson Fd Blessing Tim Tapley Mancum Ricky Klioher Blessing Randy Birkleback Thompson Mike Lumsden Excent Tawles Jimmy

Nitschke Says He Plays Hard Not Aggressive By Choice

Green Bay Packers star Ray Nitschke describes himself as gentle at heart yet driven to aggressive play only as required. He explains he must hit harder than his opponent to compensate for size, yet aims to avoid dirty tactics and prefers a clean, disciplined style.

Green Bay Wie Ray Nitschke Green Bay Packers Sitschke Rankie

Pesthy Leads In Pentathlon at National Championship

In San Antonio Texas Paul Pesthy of New Brunswick led the day in the eight event Modern Pentathlon national championship though James Coots of Fort Lauderdale won the event. Pesthy placed eleventh in swimming with 922 points and total 3.90 percent. Daniel Steinman of Philadelphia remained second with 2 990 points.

San Antonio

Mays Leads NL Power Surge Amid Giants Chase Dodgers

Willie Mays belts 14 home runs in a month as San Francisco closes in on the Dodgers. He also climbs to 38 homers, within reach of the major league mark, while batting race standings tighten with Roberto Clemente and Hank Aaron in pursuit.

NEW York Willie Mays San Francisco Los Angeles Dodgers Giants Ralph Kiner Pittsburgh Rudy York Detroit Sly Games Mays Pirates Dale Long Mays Giant Juan Marichal John Roseboro Dodger Dodgers Roberto Clemente Hank Aaron Milwaukee Deron Johnson Cincinnati Carl Yastrzemski Boston Baltimore Brooks Robinson Robinson Minnesota Tony Oliva Vic Davalillo Cleveland al Kaline Willie Horton Rocky Colavito

Springlake Wolverines face depth questions in preseason analysis

Avalanche Journal notes Springlake Wolverines enter the preseason poll with strong loaded guard and elite backcourt but lack experienced depth beyond. Danny Smith, new head coach, emphasizes realism and notes key players Ken Dawson, James Thomas, Tone Williams, Bennett, Sanders and Henderson are tasked to bolster the frontline as reserves and newcomers compete for rotation spots.

Springlake Danny Smith Shawnare Frond Floyd Henderson Ken Dawson Richard Mitchell Rahdy Coker Lannie Adrian Henderson Dawson Mitchell Coker Jat Vnar Springlake Wolverines Dodie Mahan Othes Hation Hig Tech Aiaban Nis Ferry Barth Ole Peorbies Quentertharck Drei Mexeer Hadshack Bennett Anes Blosd Pacers Chasse KR Paes Wes Pasteon Pivard Minenet Basbiss Sudidiers Sonal Ryoko Otacook Mitchell, Cokes Preyiads

Haberer Wins In VMuleshoe Action

The report notes Haberer winning in a Muleshoe event with a final score around 560 and several competitors tied for second including Sir Bob Felty and Carter of Muleshoe. Dennis Adame of Limlefield posted a 66 in the event as part of the tied standings. The New York UPI wire adds a baseball note about Cy Young’s 511 victories and 315 losses, and Joseph Iron McGinnity’s 41 career hits in a single season.

Strom Stosnil Parola Oton Bob Felty Lubbock Meadowbrook Pendergrass Skinn, Carter Muleshoe Jimmy Adame Limlefield Evens NEW York Upi Cy Young New York UPET Joseph Iron Many McGinnity Brooklyn Dodgers

Idalou Booster Club Opens New Year With Officers

The Wild cat Booster Club holds its first meeting of the year at 8 p.m. in the high school cafeteria to present the 1965-66 officers: Rev. Hugh B. Daniel president, Donald Cave vice-president, and Richard Pruitt secretary-treasurer. Lisbon plans to increase its army.

Idalolu Wildcat Booster Club Hugh B. Daniel Donald Cave Richard Pruitt

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