Malvern appoints Vern Arndt as new coach for Oriol ettes
Malvern Community School District board this week announced coach Vern Arndt will replace Bill Beasley who resigned. The move draws praise for Arndt’s familiarity with the Oriol ettes and their playing style while Beasley is honored for his service. South Page coach Jerry Kindhart lauded Malvern’s sportsmanship after district semifinal play.
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Malvern Oriolettes Fall to Farragut in district final
Farragut defeated Malvern 66 to 48 in the Lewis Central district final as Joan Mann scored 49 points to pace the Admiralettes. Lara Beckwith led Malvern with 22 points, while the Oriolettes fought back from a second half deficit but could not overcome Farragut’s sharp shooting.
All-Conference picks miss Malvern squad in poor season
The Leader reports Malvern had no players named to the Fourth Annual All-Conference teams, despite claiming to have selected top conference talents. Editors argue the team’s weak win column explains the omission, noting a subpar season for Malvern overall.
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Blackhawks Narrowly Miss Upset at Sedgwick Sectional
Nishna Valley nearly toppled East Union in the Villisca sectional semi finals last Thursday night. Coach Jerry Nauman's Blackhawks trailed 22-16 at halftime, tied the game at 34-34 with three minutes left, but East Union answered with a tip-in and a three to pull ahead 38-34. NV’s final shot fell short as East Union advanced 38-36. The Blackhawks finished 9-6 on the season.
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Nishna Valley
Jerry Nauman
Blackhawks
Aston East Union
Orient-Macksburg
East Union
Orioles Comeback Spirit Earns Respect Over Losses
The piece notes the Orioles’ effort against strong opponents, arguing respect comes from perseverance rather than wins. It recalls Glenwood Rams losing three starters to disciplinary action this season, yet stresses coaches must lead, not players, for team growth. The column cites past instances where teams improved after tough decisions.
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Fremont Mills
Women Bowling League Rough Night with Low Scores
In the Wednesday Night League a mostly uneventful evening yielded few high scores. Ruth Stanley led with 196, followed by Gloria Wilson 183 and Ruth LaFever with 122. Ruth and Mary Stanley posted the only two 500-plus series, 509 and 606 respectively, while Jan Forney counted 498. Standings show Rollie’s Texaco leading with 57% and 20 games, followed by Clenwood Bank at 5325 and Gay Oil at 4349. several teams won two tilts and roll calls include Fern’s Beauty, Malvern Bank, and Collins Drug.
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Ruth Stanley
Gloria Wilson
Ruth LaFever
Winnie McCluskey
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Mary
Jan Forney
Rollie’s
Clanwood Bank
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Malvern Nenk
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Beauty
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Rollie'’s
Glenwood Bank
Malvern Bank
Rollie
Texaco
Clenwood Bank
Fern’s Beauty
Collins Drug
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AL Wee
Ba. Fesen & J'son
Rebelettes Hold Off Oriolettes In District Meet Thriller
In the Lewis district meet Mal vern South Page clash the Oriolettes edged the Rebelettes 72 69 as Barb Beasley led with 36 points 16 of 21 free throws and 10 field goals Sharon Scott added 21 and Lura 15 while Jan Hogg top scored for the Rebelettes with 45 points. The game stayed close from start to finish with a tight 35 35 halftime and 49 49 after three quarters. The Oriolettes relied on Beasley feeding teammates and used a full starting lineup for the first time this season to seal the win.
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Jan Hogg
Barb Beasley
Barb
Sharon
Lura
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Knights Resume Style After Layoff Period
Fremont Mills Knights resume action after a 19-1 season, routing Glenwood 70-46 as Duane Wilkins scores 18 and Lyle Johnson adds 12. Knightettes crush Glenwood 77-41 with Judy Bower pouring in 51 points, while Pat and Gregory finish strong for Glenwood.
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Lyle Johnson
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Judy Bower
Pat
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Silver Cloud 4H Club Holds February Meeting
The Silver Cloud Jr. 4H club met February 16 at Kathy Lippincott’s home. Carolyn Tackett gave a talk. Members discussed National 4 H Week and new uniforms. Mrs. Wray spoke on cookbooks, and Kathy Lippincott demonstrated cookie making. Cookies served as refreshments. Carol Wortman, reporter.
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Silver Cloud Jr
Kathy Lippincott
Carolyn Tackett
Mrs. Wray
Carol _Wortman
East St. Liberty Correspondents Attend Local Visits
East St. Liberty correspondent visits with Mrs. Iva Henderson in Malvern and Mrs. Geneva Ranne in Malvern. Numerous townspeople travel to Council Bluffs, Glenwood, and Tabor for visits, family events, and worship. The piece notes several social calls, a birthday, a 26th wedding anniversary, funeral attendance, and church services.
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W. W. Windle
Iva Henderson
Malvern
W. C. Stotts
Mias Geneva Ranne
C. B. Goodell
Gienwoods
Claude Stephens
Emnett Stephens
Homer Mayberry
Joe Mayberry
Council Bluffs
Clarence Hunt
Maude Hayes
Tabor
Hugh Hayes
Larry Hayes
Richard Leet
Ricky
Wesley Chapel
Glen Howrey
Hilledale
Theron Mickelson
Norman Sinner
Ralph Tackett
Dale Alexander
Lyle Willems
Shirley
Larry
Norman Benedict
Glenwood
George Miller
Silver City
Duane Benedict
Walter Stille
Harry Springer
Eiton Clay
Linda
Duane
Basil Clay
Corta Stewart
Charles Vinton
John Carey
Lyla Williams
Sam Spittler
Bob Stille
Emerson
Russell Howell
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