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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1946

Page

12

A's to Spend Million to Rebuild After AL Slump

Arthur Ehlers, new manager of the Athletics farm system, says Connie Mack plans a large reconstruction to lift the club from the American League cellar. He notes an estimated $1,000,000 for new farm teams and staff as the A's aim to regain prominence with seven new affiliates and a strengthened organization.

Associated Press Philadelphia Philadelphia Athletics Phillies Arthur Ehlers Athletics Connie Mack Mack California Ehlers A's Mackmen A’s Rey Mack

Better Bowling and Church League Play Adjustments

Church League games at Central Gym moved to Tuesday due to Woodrow Wilson High School basketball clinic. Tuesday lineup includes Christian vs Catholic, Presbyterian vs Mabscott Ban, Episcopal vs First Baptist, and First Methodist vs Methodist Temple. The article also offers bowling tips on hitting splits using spot targets to control the ball.

Church League Central Gymnasium Woodrow Wilson High School Howard B. Fillmer Christian Presbyterian Mabscott Banfist Episcopal First Baptist First Methodist Methodist Temple

Muhlenberg and St Bonaventure in Tobacco Bowl clash

Muhlenberg and St Bonaventure agreed to meet in the Tobacco Bowl in Lexington Kentucky for the inaugural game. The match will feature all American candidates from Allentown and Allegany players and a 22000-seat Kentucky stadium crowd as organizers hope for clear weather and a competitive dogfight.

Muhlenberg S St. Bonaventure Kyle Vance Pie Associated Press Lexington Muhlenbergland Amorjjron Lenington Allentown Muhlenberg Allegany, N University of Kentucky Bonnies Phil Colella Hugh Devore Notre Dame SL Bon Youngstown

Mustangs Book 10 Cage Games Schedule Released

Mount Hope announces a 20 game hardwood schedule for the Mustangs led by Sammy Mandich. The opener is January 3 at Hinton with dates through March 1 at DuPont, featuring games against teams such as Montgomery Mullens Oak Hill Fayetteville East Bank Kingston Oceana and Beckley.}

Mount Hope Hinton Sammy Mandich Montgomery Mullens Oak Hill Fayetteville East Bank Kingston Princeton Bluefield Gauley Bridge Beckley Oak Hills Oceana DuPont

Beckley Junior High adds five to 17 game basketball card

Coach Ross Irle announced Beckley Junior High School's basketball schedule expands to 17 games with new entries for Fayetteville Gatley Bridge and Mount Hope. The slate includes December dates against Albni Mullens Hinton Richwood Gauley Bridge and local rivals with February rematches and a winter conference meeting planned tonight.

Fayetteville Gatley Bridge Mount Hope Beckley Junior High School Ross Irle Albni Mullens Hinton Richwood Gauley Bridge Rainelle Mt. Hope Oak Hill

Maxim Walcott To Meet In Rematch January 6

Philadelphia. Joey Maxim of Cleveland and Jersey Joe Walcott of Camden N J will meet in a 10 round rematch at Convention Hall on January 6. Maxim previously upset Walcott earlier this year and is seen as a top contender for a title shot against Joe Louis.

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Pittsburgh Editor Speaks At NIAA Meet

William C. Nunn managing editor of the Pittsburgh Courier spoke at a forenoon session of the 34th annual Negro Intercollegiate Athletic Association convention. Representatives of 17 Negro colleges and universities gathered at West Virginia State College Institute for the meeting opening yesterday with sessions continuing.

Pittsburgh NIAA Charleston William C. Nunn Pittsburgh Courier Negro Intercollegiate Athletic Association West Virginia State College Institute

Giants Bear Down On Lethal Bears In New York Showdown

AP report cites Giants stubborn defense and Bears passing game led by Sid Luckman to George McAfee as Chicago seeks breakthrough in New York. Mentions Luckman’s improved form after prior visit and Giants’ speedsters capable of outrunning secondary. Also touches on sports figures crossing into broadcasting and unrelated hunting anecdotes.

Associated Press New York Midway Chicago Bears New York Giants Whitey Pound Giants Bears Chicago Sid Luckman George McAfee Luckman George Harvey Penn State College Chick Werner Whitey Overton Auburn

Pate Creates New U S Davis Cup Doubles Pairing

In Melbourne Wal ter Pate non playing U S captain arranged a new doubles combo at practice pairing Gardnar Mulloy with Frank Parker. They defeated Jack Kramer and Ted Schroeder three sets to one as Kramer recovers from a pulled back muscle. If the U S wins two of the singles on day one December 26, Kramer may sit out doubles to let Marley and Parker handle the doubles match.

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Peach Bowl In Renewal Tonight

MACON GA The Peach Bowl first annual renewal spots Georgia Military Academy against Tennessee Wesleyan in a post season showcase. GMA, defeated only once in nine starts, plays as the underdog while Tennessee Wesleyan, eight games strong, won all against junior colleges. Macon celebrates with parade and holiday trim.

Macon Georgia Military Academy Tennessee Wesleyan

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