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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1963
Page
12
St. Louis based St. Toms football club announced on Friday that the staff led to its most successful season since moving in 1960 is rehired. Club president Stormy Ridwill Jr. confirmed the decision and praised the group for returning to guide the team.
St Denis Cardinals announce new and returning coaches led by head coach Lemma entering his second season. Churk Drulis Ray Prochaska Fran Poles Don Shriver join the staff with Charley Tripp among additions as the team aims for a stronger Eastern Division push after a weaker stretch.
SMU rallied to defeat Auburn 68 58 in Dallas as Auburn faded in the second half. Seth Ana and Julian Rothere led the Mustangs with key baskets and late free throws while Auburn struggled from the field.
Arkansas loses a chaotic game against Lamar Tech with scattered scoring by Teelionetin and others. The brief recap notes late runs and free throws as the Cardinals pressured Lamar in the first half and built a lead before a late rally.
Editorial recalls the New York Sun response to Virginia O Manion Douglas and her belief in Santa Claus. The 66 year old story notes she remains convinced, citing her father and the Sun as authorities, and mentions her family in North Chatham and recent interviews for a Christmas Eve program.
Texas A and M crushed Mississippi State 58 to 56 in the Bluebonnet Bowl classic. Don Hatton missed a tying shot with eight seconds left before Averes rebounded and Paul Timmins sank two clutch free throws in the final three seconds.
The article details Harmon Killebrew of the Minnesota Twins securing the American League batting crown with a high average after leading a late surge. It notes teammate Carl Yastrzemski’s strong season for context and mentions other standout AL players and season highlights without graphic detail.
Veteran performer Howard Morris resumes presence in Hollywood as he discusses reentering work after a period of unemployment. He cites industry shifts and personal strategy, noting the need for persistence and self‑promotion while praising colleagues who helped him during the layoff.
The nation sees rising participation in boating and outdoor recreation, with press reports noting a surge in spectators and activity. Analysts cite a doubling in engagement since earlier years as the pastime rivals popular sports. The article highlights growing leisure trends across American waters and a shift toward waterborne recreation.
LCC Pioneers overcome Odessa College 54 43 as Lanny Christian leads with 18 points and steady defense. Buddy Othick tops Odessa with 12 while Billy Fuse and Stan Heaps add late scoring for LCC.
Fragmented report lists teams and players including Rockwall and Lake Highlands, mentions wins and losses, and references players such as Gary and Kenny Ferry. It notes Dulles beating Liberty and Katy defeats, with mentions of SWC honors for Schoonover of Arkansas and Hammon of SMU.
Randy Matson, famed Pam shot put and discus ace, plans a January track debut with the Texas A&M freshmen. He will enter two indoor invitation meets, the Los Angeles Invitational on Feb 18 and the New York Athletic Club meet at Madison Square Garden on Feb 1, after a Europe tour with an American track squad.
Texas Western won its ninth of ten starts this season in a first round game of the Arkansas State holiday basketball tournament. The Miners surged in the second half as key players produced scoring runs to secure the victory.
Garland drills through a patchy report detailing schoolboy football with mentions of players like Hallph Weaver Danny Sims and Gary Brides in a nail biting semifinal context. The piece references defensive roles and special teams impact including an extra point by Sims sealing a win over Amarillo Tasensa.
Loyola Ramblers defeated the ranked Tambbers in a clean basketball win led by Ron Walter with 25 points and Vic House adding points. The victory kept Loyola undefeated and solidified their hold in the conference. Texas claimed the Southwest Conference football title sharing honors with other top teams.
In NFL preview the Chargers are favored to win the title tilt as they face the Broncos while the AFL playoff race narrows. The Jets meet the Chiefs and Buffalo faces Boston in key divisional outcomes. Oakland must win to stay in the AFL West race with Denver and San Diego competing for the crown.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions teams, a score notion of 84 to something, and references to players or places. The readable parts suggest a local game recap with names and entities, but key details are garbled. The item reads like a brief sports update from a regional paper with uncertain specifics.
Scientists at a National Institutes of Health funded project report a chemical shows promise against a type of mouse cancer. The study notes potential for large scale trials and mentions researchers Hersel, Szenttiverst, Mefauzhlin, and Baolocie at Woods Hole and Marine, highlighting the substance retine as a key finding.
A senior at Center High School was charged with vandalism after a fire at the school. County Attorney BH Griffin said the student made a statement but had not been arrested. bond set at 500 dollars.
Floydada surged in the final period to beat Slaton 90 to 62. Keith Teague led the winners with 21 points, Don Rainer 16 and Vernie Monte 1, while Leslie Bran scored 27 for Slaton. Floydada also won the girls game with Daniel Burk scoring 12 and Sharon Williams 15 for Slaton.
Hale Center defeated Happy 67 59 as Tubb Brooks led Hale Center with 22 points and Larre Payne added 21. Eddie Moody contributed 2 for Happy while Martha Toles and others mixed in scoring for Hale Center and Happy.
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