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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1965

Page

7

Bears surge. Unitas injures knee as Colts stumble

Chicago Bears win fourth straight to move to 8-4 and keep slim Western crown hopes alive. A knee ligament tear by Colts QB Johnny Unitas on a tackle shifts momentum toward Green Bay in the race. Other results include New York over Pittsburgh 35-10, Cleveland over Washington 24-16, Los Angeles over St Louis 27-3, San Francisco over Detroit 17-14, and Dallas over Philadelphia 21-19.

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Unitas Sidelined For Rest Of Season By Colts Injury

Baltimore Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas broke the 1965 season with a torn knee ligament ending his regular campaign. A hard low-high tackle by Stan Jones and Earl Leggett caused the injury in a Sunday loss to the Chicago Bears. Team physician Dr Edward McDonnell called the outlook hopeful for a possible championship game return if the Colts advance.

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Vetroff Outpoints Lukkonen in Marseille Bout

Pierre Vetroff of Paris won a split decision over Risto Lukkonen of Finland in Marseille France. The contest featured two judges scoring in favor of Vetroff with a close 123 percent vs 125 percent indicating a tight victory.

Marseille France UPI Pierre Vetroff Paris Risto Lukkonen Finland

New Baseball Commissioner Eckert Faces Mixed Criticism

Sport Parade notes Lt Gen William Eckert meeting scrutiny from critics who say he is humorless colorless and too rigid while others defend his handling as the new baseball commissioner. Early Florida meetings leave some unsure amid unfamiliar surroundings and index card habits.

New York Gpr William Eckert Viet Nam Baseball Mer Nemae Bovey Boy Eckert Fourth Estate Perha “Z Florida

Eckert’s Speech Cards and Public Perception

A veteran Air Force general faces scrutiny after relying on index cards to rehearse speeches. Critics label him humorless, though he shows a dry wit. The piece compares his public image to Abraham Lincoln and notes his cautious, prepared approach before addressing rent groups.

Eckert Air Force Bob ‘Hope Coat Winston Abraham Lincoln

Pro Standings In United Press International Divisions

Eastern Division lists Dallas St Louis Wash Phila Pittsburgh with wins losses ties and points for and against. Western Division shows Ball Green Bay Chi SF Det Minn LA and Los Angeles with records and PF PA. Sunday results include Chicago Baltimore Dallas Philadelphia St Louis Minnesota New York Cleveland San Francisco. AFL East and West standings note New York Houston Denver Oakland Boston San Diego Kansas Buffalo and Houston records with PF PA.

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Won Lost The Big Five Bowling Meet Summary

The document lists team standings across divisions The Little Five and The Big Five with scores by individuals including outstanding bowlers Remus McVey Robert Deck Bob Cher Juanita Greer Bonnie Clay John Bra Bob Shelton Kathy Smith Kermit Owen Dewayne Withey Bo McNeil and Quesada The entries include series and game scores such as 504 506 580 and 544 and 571 across men and women with various team affiliations like Sophia Cash Mkt and Fun Home Electric and Coal C High Ind.

Big Five Sophia Cash Little Five Tams Little Ve Bob R Bonnie Clay Coal C High Ind Charles Harris Remus McVey Robert Deck Bob Cher Juanita Greer John Bra Bob Shelton Dewayne Withey Kathy Smith Yo Quesada Kermit. Owen Bo. McNeil

Bowling League Scores Highlight Raiders of 1981

The fragment details multiple bowling results including high series and games for individuals such as Kathy Smith and Viola St Clair, with team standings for Henry's Drive In, Sak's Jewelry, Bex's Discount, and others. It lists high ind game and series marks, including 568 series for Howard Pettry and 903 team game for Bex's Discount, reflecting a busy league day.

Howard Pettry Viola St. Clair George W Orford Thompson Harold Goddard Henry’s Sak’s Bex’s Beckley Mfg Stover John W. Eye Caffee W. T. Grant Co Powelsomery Ward Ae Geslan Bex Kathy Smith Bex Margaret Ford Vivian Mills Shirley Bailey Hallie Maddow Blanche Lilly Mary Merrylees Jean Chaffin Leola Tankersley

Royals Subdue Ailing Celtics in 108-99 Victory

Boston Celtics, plagued by a pulled hamstring knee injury and chicken pox among players, fell 108-99 to the Royals. Oscar Robertson led Cincinnati with 31 points as Boston slipped in the Eastern Division standings amid other NBA results.

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NBA Standings Snapshot From the Early Season

Boston leads with 15 wins and 7 losses, followed by Cincinnati 17 8 and Philadelphia 13 8. New York 7 16 and Detroit 7 17 trail, while Los Angeles 15 11 and St. Louis 10 12 compete, with Baltimore 12 16 and San Francisco 12 13 in the mix. Monday results show Cincinnati 108 over Boston 99 and St. Louis 113 over San Francisco 99.

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West Liberty and Fairmont Lead WVC Hoop Standings

West Liberty tops the first West Virginia Conference list with a 1-0 mark and 110.0 rating while Fairmont leads the Western Division at 2-0 with 105.0. Shepherd and Morris Harvey follow in the Eastern and Western divisions respectively as teams post close results and schedule notes across West Virginia colleges.

United Press International West Liberty West Virginia Confer George Springwr Hilltoppers Fairmont Behan Shepherd Wet Liberty Morris Harvey Glenville Marshall Wheeling Waynesburg Roc Liberty Slippery K Beckley Ohio Valley Fairmont Wesleyan Concord Davis Conf Rat. c Mor Harvey Salem Ald-Broaddust State Western Fairmont Seuicar W. Va Bluefield State Shepherd Mt. &J. Mary’s Jane Emory & Henry Tech Morris Concord Alderson-Broaddus Kentucky Christian Rio Grande West Carolina Bliss College Salan Glen Broaddus Davis & Elkins Central State

Three AFL Teams Still Vie For Division Crown in 1986

Raleigh Register reports three teams in the American Football League Western Division fight for the crown. San Diego leading with a 1-2-3 record could eliminate Oakland and Kansas City with a win over Houston next week. Oakland beat Denver 24-13 as Clem Daniels starred with a 60 yard TD reception and a 35 yard catch keeping Oakland alive. Denver’s Mickey Slaughter left early with an injured shoulder. Bills' absurd scoring spree included multiple field goals and long touchdowns as Buffalo and Houston pursued the title.

United Press International San Diego Chargers Houston Oilers Oakland Raiders Kansas City Chiefs Raiders Denver Broncos Buffalo Bills E Oilers Lego New York Jets City Boston Clem Daniels Broncos Tom Flores Daniels Oakland Denver Alan Miller Mickey Slaughter Isaac Lassiter Gus Otto Slaughter Gogolak Bills

Mays Clemente Lead NL Stax Home Run Race

Willie Mays hit 52 home runs to top the National League for 1965 and Roberto Clemente led with a .329 average, 11 points ahead of Hank Aaron. Ralph Kiner is the only other NL player with 50-HR seasons. Maury Wills swiped 94 bases, Vada Pinson had a 27 game hitting streak, Pete Rose led with 1209 hits, Harper topped runs, and Deron Johnson drove in 130 for the Reds.

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