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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1959

Page

7

Mountaineers Roll Over Richmond to Extend Home Win Streak

West Virginia remains undefeated at 5 0 with an 84 62 win over Richmond. Jerry West scores 28 as WVU builds a 10 1 start and controls the game with strong rebounding and faster tempo. Richmond staggers behind a deliberate scheme and struggles from the field.

West WVU Richmond Morgantown Penn State West Virginia Nittany Lions Penn State Lions Mountaineers Richmond Spiders Jerry West Willie Akers Jim Warren Jim Ritchie Fred Schaus Lions Schaus Les Hooker Mike Nordower Williamson W. Va Alan Cole Carl Slone Spiders Richmond OS Ff Lambiotte Slone O'Bryan Cole S Morchover Whitfield Booker i Goode Os Ia Posch Dubois Wardesi Bode Visnie O Serdich Totals Ard Fox Fayetteville Pirates David Burnett Pirates

Charles Brooks Wins First Ken Hunt Lineman Award

Bluefield center Charles Brooks nicknamed Bunky was named first Ken Hunt Lineman of the Year after leading in votes from a state committee of writers coaches and officials. Fred Clark and David Humphrey were runners up in a three man contest. Brooks will receive the trophy at a school assembly. the award honors both on field play and academics.

Mountaineers Bluefield West Virginia Charles Bunky” Brooks Merrill Gainer Brooks George Springer Beckley Post-Herald Fred Clark Keyser David Humphrey Mullens Lambert Arrington Bluefield High Clark Humphrey Ken Hunt Richwood Lions Club Beckley Elks Lodge Gainer Duke Georgia Tech Maryland Virginia Tech

Shroyer Lifts Woodrow Wilson Banquet After Duncan Absence

Duncan of WVU failed to attend the 38th Woodrow Wilson banquet leaving guests disappointed until D K Shroyer, Beckley College executive VP, stepped in as toastmaster. He amused attendees with tales from New River State College and Western Maryland, plus Indian lore. Coach Bragg and Beckley Junior High guests attended. co captains were named for next season.

Dean Ray Duncan West Virginia University D. K. Shroyer New River State College W. Va. Tech Western Maryland Shroyer Beckley College Nelson Bragg Bluefield Parkersburg Cechampions Mullens Mount Hope Charleston Ross Irle Beckley Junior High Eric Lilly Chick Munson Billy Karbonit Bob Pruett Tommy Lowe Ray Elmore Tommy Thomas Woodrow Wilson

Villanova Pursues John McKenna for Football Coach

Villanova University seeks John McKenna of Virginia Military Institute as head coach. McKenna, an alumnus, says he has talks with Villanova but declined final decision, noting other offers including Kansas State. He led VMI seven years with an 8-1-1 record and a coach of the year honor. Villanova's season ended with Joe Rodgers taking over after Regan’s resignation.

Philadelphia Villanova University John McKenna Virginia Military Institute McKenna Villanova VMI Kansas Kansas State Southern’ Conference Joe Rodgers Frank Regan Wildcats

West Virginia teams dominate in men's college action

The Associated Press reports a slate of regional college games with West Virginia schools posting multiple victories. West Virginia 84 over Richmond 62 and Davis & Elkins 107 over Salem 94 highlight a busy day, alongside West Liberty 90 over Fairmont State 70 and Morris Harvey 88 over Bethany 73.

West Virginia Richmond West Virginia Tech Concord Davis & Elkins Salem West Liberty Fairmont State West Virginia State Morris Harvey Bethany Shepherd Glenville State Alderson- Broaddus West Virginia Wesleyan Marietta Ohio Frosh Westminister

Bill Burrell Named Lineman Of Year In AP Poll

Illinois guard Bill Burrell won the Associated Press college lineman of the year in a post season poll. He captured over two thirds of 184 votes from voters nationwide and was named to the AP All America team. Burrell topped candidates from Southern California Notre Dame Wisconsin Georgia Tech Duke Syracuse and others.

Illinois Bill Burrell Associated Press Burrell Illinois Guard McKeever Twins Southern California Marlin Mike Monte Stickles Notre Dame Wisconsin Jerry Stalcup Dan Lanphear Max Baughan Georgia Tech Mike McGee Duke Syracuse Fred Mantino Roger Davis

Sophia High School hosts Coalfield wrestling meet with clinic

The two day meet at Sophia High School gym December 11 and 12 features a wrestling clinic by WVU coach Steve Harrick and assistant Tom Guidi. Local graduates Ralph Staton and Smith standouts join top teams from Beclley and Shady, with 60 matches across three sessions and a 25 cent admission.

Sophia High School West Virginia University Steve Harrick Tom Guidi Harrick George Thompson Bill Turner Woodrow Wilson High School University Ralph Staton Sophia Jim Lowry Vic Peelish Beckley Hintons Granville Zopp Shady Dix Manning

Boxing Night Results Across Cities Include Knockouts and Points

Last night fights feature Los Angeles fighter Valdez knocking out Serna in Austin while Pa cher o outpoints Ursua in Sacramento. Cas ing stops Wiggins in Richmond and Medina defeats Lopes in Fresno with decisive stoppage and score details.

Los Angeles Danny Valdez Tano Serna Austin Tex Sacramento Calif Ray Pachero Mexico Dommy Ursua Stockton Richmond Benny Casing Chuck Wiggins Oakland Fresno Ben Medina Joey Lopes

WVU Freshmen Seek Fourth Win Against Tech Jayvees

The undefeated West Virginia freshmen beat Westminster Pa College frosh 87 42 then prepare to face WVU Tech Jayvees at Princeton. Rod Thorn led with 27 points followed by Gay Elmore 17 and Dave Shuck 15 as the Little Mountaineers roll to their third win.

Morgantown West Virginia West Virginia Tech Jayvees Princeton Little Mountaineers Westminster Pa College Frosh Rod Thorn Princeton High WVU Gay Elmore Dave Shuck Bill Douds

Mark Twain Nips Marsh Fork in Second ACL Victory

Sophia High overwhelmed Shady Spring 71 to 35 as Bobby Maxey, Gordon Wooford, and Don Basham reached double figures. Baileysville, Ansted, Mark Twain, and Fayetteville also won as Marsh Fork and others dropped games in a night of area high school basketball.

W. Va Bowlesburg Fellowsville Griffithsville Guyan Valley Gassaway Burnsville Dunbar Cedar Grove Pt. Pleasant Hurricane Clarksburg Roosevelt-Wilson Weston Cowen Widen Sutton Clay Baileysville Glen Rogers Bluefield Park Central Mullens Cowley Spanishburg Talcott Huntington Vinson Wayne Ceredo-Kenova Buffalo Jaeger Sophia High Shady Spring Tigers Sophia Ansted Mark Twain Fayetteville Blue Hawks Bobby Maxey Hawk Gordon Wooford Don Basham Glen Rogers Owls Rough Riders Owls Sizemore R. Morgan Larry Miller Mason Fox Pax Generals Marsh Fork Bulldogs Marsh Fork Jim Farley Wayne Casey Rich Pax Bailey Hubbard Stanton Markham I Woolwine Stover iTyree Ansted Alport S. Fox M. Fox Niday Shady Spring Eades Glenn O'Neal Frank Bailey Synor Joe Rylant Miller Garyett Roger Minton Joel Shumate John Kerzie Lewis Brewer D. Hausehknech Crichard Fox Dave Shifflett Colin Wilson Ross Marsh ‘Fork Dezarn Hagaman G. Cook Willie Delarnado James Fitzwater Ace Stewart Jim Fayetteville Umni

Cannon Named Back Of Year In AP Poll

LSU star Bill Cannon, LSU halfback from Baton Rouge, named Back of the Year in The Associated Press post season poll. Drafted by the Los Angeles Rams, he aims to join pro football after the Hula Bowl. He expects a tough start but optimistic about the transition and reunites with Mississippi in the Sugar Bowl.

NEW York Bill Cannon Louisiana State Los Angeles Rams Cannon Honolulu Mississippi New Orleans Associated Press Thunderbolt Baton Rouge LSU Syracuse Charley Flowers UCLA Louisiana Charley

National Hockey League Tuesday Results

Detroit at Chicago noted with no games on Wednesday schedule as the NHL results summary lists Tuesday outcomes and the upcoming Toronto matchups not included.

National Hockey League Detroit Chicago

Marguerite Stakes Eligible Fillies Reach Final Fee

The Marguerite Stakes at Pimlico attracts 159 two year old fillies for the Nov 21 renewal matching last year’s record. Final eligibility is set after the final fee submission.

Pimlico

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