Pro Football Exhibition Slate Opens With Packers Cowboys
The Green Bay Packers face the Dallas Cowboys to begin a weekend slate of 11 exhibition games. The Houston Oilers meet the Denver Broncos in Atlanta as eight Saturday games unfold across NFL and AFL venues.
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Senator Long condemns West Point football cadet bill
UPI report states Sen. Russell B. Long denounces a bill allowing about 50 extra cadets yearly at West Point and the Naval Academy to replace dropouts. The measure extends active duty to five years and faces House action. Long targets Dietzel and alleged unethical recruiting and congressional pressure for non district appointees.
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Jockey Killed at San Mateo Fair
Apprentice jockey Ruben Martinez, 23, died after his mount Dee Hunter ducked into the fence during the stretch at the San Mateo County Fair. Martinez was thrown against a gooseneck post and rushed to Mills Memorial Hospital where he died. It marked California’s first racing fatality since 1959.
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Hornung snubs 250000 AFL bid to stay with Packers
Green Bay star Paul Hornung received a 250000 offer from an AFL team to play this year and switch leagues. He declined to name the club, saying big money tempts but Green Bay remains his choice. He cites salary concerns in football and his desire to stay with the Packers as a nonprofit club serving its community.
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Eppys Meets Dias In Junior League Final
Eppys and Dias Floral, winners of semifinal tilts, meet at Warren Williams Field at 7 p.m. to decide the Junior League title. Eppys beat Thompson Drug 11-3 as Furrow homered and Morgan and Bentley starred for Thompson. Dias Floral opened strong against Post 32 8-4 behind Finney and Dewseese supporting runs, Sears and successors holding Post 32 to three hits.
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Middlesboro Tops Bluefield In Appy League
Middlesboro edged Bluefield 7 6 to cut the Appalachian League lead to three games. The Senators scored twice in the eighth to seal the win as Wayne Edwards and John Riddle homered for Bluefield. Third place Wytheville beat Harlan 10 1 behind four hitters Dick Sorenson. Tom Magaier led the Twins with four safeties on 16 hits. Salem of fifth place beat fourth place Kingsport 13 7 behind Rebel starter Eddie Lombarda. Tomorrow Salem visits Kingsport Wytheville at Harlan and Middlesboro hosts Bluefield in a rematch in West Virginia.
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Werksman Reaches Meadow Club Semi Final
Roger Werksman of Los Angeles advances to the semifinals of the 74th Meadow Club Invitation after Don Dell of Bethesda defers, heading to Moscow for the Russian championships. Dell’s default shifts Werksman into a semifinal spot as other matches unfold with Bill Bond facing Charles Pasarell and top seeds Stolle and Drysdale scheduled in quarterfinals.
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Ninth race spill ends with Martinez riding changes
Dee Hunter, the favorite, was ridden by Martinez in the stretch when a spill occurred. The riderless horse crossed the finish line beyond Cuenta Rosa, with Steel Ayress finishing first and Cuenta Rosa second.
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Zodiac Advice and Daily Guidance From 1952 Field Enterprises
A compact horoscope from 1952 offers daily guidance across all signs. It encourages staying in the background, postponing pleasures, and focusing on reading, writing, or music by day, with romance highlighted at night. The piece notes the era’s cultural tone and mentions political tax figures in a marginal aside.
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Orioles Struggle as Barber Battling Mononucleosis
Orioles pitcher Steve Barber, 23, is released from Union Memorial Hospital after a mild mononucleosis infection. The left hander, who pitched on a weekend Army pass, may miss the rest of the season. he has a 1.96 ERA this year.
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Surviving 331 MPH Spinout At Bonneville
Dr. Nathan Ostich, a 52 year old California physician, escaped unharmed after his jet powered car Flying Caduceus spun out at 331 miles per hour at Bonneville Salt Flats. He stayed strapped in as the left front wheel detached and the car did not flip. He cut power, deployed a parachute brake, and grabbed a fire extinguisher to prevent disaster.
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Grays and Giants Split Eastern League Doubleheader
Grays win opener 4-0 as they score four runs on four hits. Giants erupt for 12 runs on 12 hits to win the nightcap 12-9. In another twin bill Charleston Indians topple York White Roses 7-4 in the opener and 8-5 in the second game.
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Indians edge Red Sox 7 5 in Mullens Babe Ruth League
Four runs in the top of the fifth helped the Indians beat the Red Sox 7 to 5 in Mullens Babe Ruth League play. The loss ends the Red Sox title hopes as the Cardinals lead the standings.
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Philley, 42, Released by Boston Red Sox
Dave Philley, 42, one of baseball s oldest active players, was released by the Boston Red Sox after a .143 average in 42 at bats. The veteran outfielder, holder of two major league pinch hitting records, had been acquired from the Houston Colts and had eight straight pinch hits in 1958 and 24 in 1961.
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Doubles Leaders Trail by Half a Game in Tight Standings
With one week left in Mullins Men's Doubles, leaders Henry Anderson and Glen Ferrell drop three games to fall to a half game ahead of the Seivey brothers. Jim Vaught and Buck Wood posted big scores to swing the margin, whileKen Hensley and Junior Hensley helped knock Ray Armentrout and Jack Duncan from contention. North Selvey led the Selvey brothers to two wins and a tie, as teams jockey for playoff byes and matchups.
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Girls' Tennis Semi finals resume in rain halted tourney
The U.S. girls grass court team tennis championships resume at Germantown Cricket Club with Southern California facing Florida and Northern California meeting Eastern. Final round set for later today after rain suspended play Thursday. Western led Texas 3-0 in consolation quarterfinals before rain. Susan Gerber beat Dabby Phillips 6-2 6-2. Peaches Bartkowicz defeated Barbara Tallent 6-2 6-0. Western’s third point came by forfeit. Lynn Haines beat Barbara Mueller 6-2 6-3 and Jill Philbrick led Sharon Pritula 6-1 1-1.
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Shrewsbury Drops Two in League Bows
Shrewsbury's team posted scores 212 216 511 but remained in the league cellar after two losses. Pete Thorniey led Corner with 203 and 532 series, while Broughton recovered from an early deficit to win two. Jack Linskey sparked Lucas General Tire with a 487 as they split action.
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Hamner Retires After Knuckleball Return With Athletics
Kansas City veteran pitcher Granny Hamner has retired after a brief comeback with the Kansas City Athletics. The 35 year old right hand knuckleballer appeared in four relief games, posted a 9.00 ERA, and left after notifying GM Pat Friday prior to the team’s return to Kansas City. He had been managing Kansas City's Class A farm club at Binghamton, N.Y.
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International League and American Association standings and results
Standings show Richmond Buffalo Toronto Columbus Rochester Atlanta Syracuse Jacksonville in the International League with varying wins and losses. American Association features Indianapolis Omaha Denver Louisville Oklahoma City Dallas-Ft Worth with several head-to-head results and postponed games due to rain.
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Streams Should Be Attractive for Weekend Anglers
West Virginia streams in central and northern regions were deemed attractive for weekend fishing by the Department of Natural Resources. Southern and eastern panhandle waters were reported milky or muddy, while the Cranberry Williams and Elk Rivers and the Ohio River in northern areas were normal and clear.
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North Faces South in 14th Little Kana Bowl Night
Parkersburg West Virginia hosts the 14th annual Little Kana Bowl as the South seeks to end a four game North streak. The Ohio Valley All-Star game is set for Wheeling Saturday night and the Kiwanis Bowl kicks off August 17 at Williamson.
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Public auction sale of school machine shop equipment
Raleigh County Board of Education will auction at Raleigh County Vocational School 219 Second Street Beckley WV on Sat Aug 125 1962 at 11 00 a.m. The list includes a Browne & Sharpe milling machine a Champion drill press and a Clausing lathe with motors and specs. Inspection allowed. Cash terms and removal within 30 days. The board may reject any bids.
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Obituaries and funeral notices from area residents
George Dewey Williams 63 of Alderson died after a heart attack at home. Funeral at 2 p.m. Saturday August 11 in Sophia Methodist Church with Rev. L. R. Mason Jr. and Rev. William Smith officiating. Burial in Sunset Memorial Park. Body at Williams Funeral Home Sophia until the hour before services. Pallbearers listed. Arrangements by Williams Funeral Home and Keyser Bryant. Joseph Snyder 70 of Lester died August 8 in a local hospital. Funeral at 10 a.m. Saturday August 11 in Calfee Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in American Legion Cemetery. Body at funeral home until service. Calfee Funeral Home. Lilly Mrs J D 86 of 402 Park Ave died August 9 at home. Funeral at 2 p.m. Saturday August 11 in Calfee Funeral Home Chapel. Burial in Sunset Memorial Park. Grandsons to serve as pallbearers. Body at Calfee Funeral Home until funeral time. Classified Display.
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Public Sale Notice for 1957 Buick in West Virginia
A 1957 Buick with serial 401023272 will be sold at public sale at Oceana Trading Post, Oceana WV, on August 20, 1962 at 10 a.m. to satisfy Willy Kennedy's indebtedness under a conditional sales contract. Terms: cash. Mullens Finance Inc by T J Clowers Manager. Notice also lists creditors of Hubert O Tatum deceased with February 18, 1963 filing deadline in Beckley WV.
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