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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1953

Page

11

Newness Of Miami Club Is Apparent

Oxford special notes Ara Parseghian arranging two Miami elevens for a final scrimmage before the season opener at BG against the Falcons at 2 30 p m. The lineup features many sophomores and juniors with only a few seniors likely to start.

Miami Oxford Falcons Chuck Jenzlau Stan Jones Tom Jones Dick Korovich Lloyd Punky) Wilams Dick Huntr Eddie Merchant Ara Wenzlau Ronnie Haxton Williams Tom Pagna Parseghian Russ Giganti Roger Siesel Tom Troxell

Pacer Wins Feature in Crowded Lebanon First Heat Race

In Lebanon Ohio last night the mother’s irl horse narrowly found room in the final furlong to win the Ohio Co racing Assn. trophy for two year olds with a 2 11 time. Owner Herschel White of Illsboro. Boy previously won heat one and finished seventh. Results list eight races with purses from 500 to 1 000 and times around 2:10 to 2:13.

Lebanon Ohio Irl Racing Room Ohio Coi Racing Assn Herschel White Illsboro As Boy Nished Topmiller Ally Virtue Noble Jester V. Volo Mr. Belve Vickie Dean

Frisbie Leads With 703 As Season Opens In Bowling Loop

Zack Frisbie posted a 703 opening series and a 226 followed by a 255 game to set the pace in Middletown bowling, his first 700 series in two years. Boots Alderton led women with 585 as leagues began, while Turf Cafe and several clubs logged scores across divisions, including Carjax Frisbie 703 and multiple 500s amid a busy season kickoff.

Sue Middletown Zack Frisbie Frisbie

Local Industry Scoreboard and Worker Rosters

Inland and Crystal area firms report percentages and rankings for welding gas electric and food service. Notable entries include Armco Crystal Aeronca and United Welding with individual scores listed for workers Mary Hammerle Vanderpool Snethen Keever Fultz and others.

Ww. W.L. Great Armco Crystal Inland Aeron

Ted Williams a Changed Man Since Korea Yet Denies It

Boston sportswriter and peers describe Ted Williams as more tolerant and reflective after Korea and flying over hostile lines. He remains shy and sharp with a gruff exterior but shows a broader interest in current affairs, finance, and aviation. He insists he has not changed, though colleagues see growth in maturity and sociability.

Ted Korea Joe Reichler Bolton Ted Williams Williams Boston Post

Trautman Sees Minor Leagues’ Ailments and TV as Giant

Columbus, Ohio. George M. Trautman head of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues discusses the health of minor league baseball. He warns television is a new giant affecting the sport and calls for solutions that help all facets of the industry. He notes weather, economics, and fan interest as ongoing factors and emphasizes preserving opportunities for talent.

Columbus Ohio George M. Trautman National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues Trautman U. S

Falcon Football Tickets On Sale For Dayton Shawen Acres

Fenwick High officials urge Middle town students to buy reserved and general admission tickets in advance for the Falcon game at Armco Field. Tickets cost 35 cents for students and are available at Elame News Wendy's Service Station Central News and the Fenwick athletic office. The Falcons meet Dayton Shawen Acres here Sunday.

Fenwick High Middletown Falcon Armco Field Elame News Wendy’s Service Station Central News Fenwick Falcons Dayton Shawen Acres

Pirate Hurler Gets Assist On Strikeout

In New York at Ebbets Field Cal Hogue of the Pirates got an assist on a strikeout when the ball caromed off Dodgers catcher Vic Janowicz and back to the mound where Hogue threw out George Shuba. The play was scored catcher to pitcher to first base.

New York Ebbets Field Pittsburgh Cal Hogue George Shuba Dodgers Vic Janowicz Hogue Shuba

Hutchinson Returns As Detroit Manager in 1954

Fred Hutchinson was named manager of the Detroit Tigers for 1954 after agreeing to a one year contract. He had helped lift Detroit from the American League basement and ended the season-long speculation about his future with the club.

Detroit Ff Fred Hutchinson Detroit Tigers Hutch Tigers Detroit

Better All-Around Navy Team View Of Ex-Mates

Two former Navy players assess the 1954 squad as a stronger, deeper unit. Franco and Correnti praise the backfield depth and defense under Coach Eddie Erdelatz. Young sophomores loom as key backs while national contenders Princeton Penn Notre Dame and Duke test Navy before Army.

Navy Anapolis Fred Franco Tony Correnti Franco Brown Correnti St. Louis Joe Gattuso Clarksboro N. J Bob Hepworth Derry N. H Phil Monahan Burlingame Cailif Erdelatz Bob Craig Altadena Calif George Thomas Havertown Craig Thomas Maury Werness South Carolina

Van Buren Retires From Pro Football

Philadelphia Eagles veteran halfback Steve Van Buren has retired for the 1953 season due to a knee injury from the 1952 training camp. A five time NPFL record holder for yards and touchdowns, he joined the Eagles in 1944 and missed last season.

Philadelphia Steve van Buren Philadelphia Eagles Vince McNally van Buren Eagles

Marquette Looks to Break Four-Year Winning Slump

Marquette hopes this season will yield its best football team in four years under coach Lisle Blackbourne. Key backs like Ron Drzewiecki and Ray Zagar headline a potent offense while Dick Shockey competes for quarterback. The Hilltoppers face Michigan State Wisconsin Indiana Holy Cross and Boston University, with 21 lettermen back and a rugged 1953 schedule starting against South Dakota State College.

Jack Varick Milwaukee Lisle Blackbourne Marquette University Hilltoppers Marquette Michigan State Wisconsin Indiana Holy Cross Boston University Ron Dzewiecki Drzewiecki Ed Mixon Lou Spycalla Ray Zagar Tony Winkler Dick Shockey Brookfield Kansas State Shockey al Janikowski Jim Hanley Blackbourne

Grayling Myths vs Real Eats In Alaska Streams

A narrator debunks legends about grayling boasts a tender mouth and strong scent of thyme while recounting fishing on Brooks River. He notes graylings have poor eyesight and small mouths and describes how they react to dry flies and streamer patterns.

Brooks River Alaska Grayling

Unbeaten Rocky Marciano Wins Title In 13th Round KO

The Associated Press reports that today marks the anniversary of Rocky Marciano's undefeated run ending with a 13th round knockout of Jersey Joe Walcott to claim the heavyweight championship. Also noted are past titles held by Ike Williams and historical sports notes from Oregon State, Washington State, and other teams.

Associated Press Today Rocky Marciano Joe Walcott Ike Williams Jesse Flores Oregon State Washington State Idaho Bucky Harris Detroit Tigers

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