Rebels Open 1953-54 Debut With 80-53 Win
Mullens High School Rebels, led by coach Lewis D Antoni, debut season with an 80 to 53 victory over Raleigh County League champions Sophia s Blue Hawks. Rebels show early promise in last night s roundrobin of schoolboy basketball as Heights Register Sports Editor Stoco Trap Hill Mark Twain Gauley Bridge report key league wins.
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Goldstein elected to lead Junior League ball program
Irvin "Goldie" Goldstein was chosen as president of the Warren Williams League with a new three member board, pledging full cooperation from managers sponsors and newspapers. Fred Hayes Harry Gibson Ira Bennett named to the board as the Beckley circuit eyes expansion alongside Little League Babe Ruth League integrations and stronger junior baseball statewide.
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Constipation relief urged by Sal Hepatica user
James J. Driscoll of Connellsville PA shares happy results from using Sal Hepatica for constipation. He says relief comes within an hour after breakfast or by bedtime with evening use, and notes the product sweetens the stomach.
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Connellsville, Pa
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Charles Wallace To Clash Tonight
San Francisco hosts a 10 round light heavyweight bout between Ezzard Charles and Coley Wallace. The winner shapes title shot prospects with Charles seeking to reclaim the crown lost to Walcott in 1951. Wallace, 25, aims to derail the veteran in a nationally televised Civic Auditorium bout starting at 10 p.m. EST. Charles is favored by experts though Wallace carries ambition and a Louis film tie in.
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Illinois Eleven Is Top Surprise Illinois Eleven Is Top Surprise
New York reports that Illinois, once underdog, emerged as the top surprise team of the year in the Associated Press poll. Sophomore standouts J. C. Caroline and Mickey Bates fueled a seven game winning streak before a 34-7 loss to Wisconsin, with Purdue’s upset of Michigan State highlighted among national shocks.
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Red Heads Meet Beckley All Stars In Benefit Contest
The All American Red Heads face Beckley All Stars at the local Recreation Building tonight at 8 for a Babe Ruth League benefit. Proceeds go to the league. tickets sold through league teams. Local talent includes Milard Bowman Jimmy Farmer and Buck Keatley with Butch Moore and Red Mason starring for the Red Heads.
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Howell Named Giants Coach after Owen retirement
New York Giants appoint Jim Lee Howell as head coach succeeding Steve Owen who led since 1928. Howell, former Arkansas end and Giants aide since 1937 except military service, said Steve taught him everything he knows about the game.
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Sam Snead Partners With Ted Williams In Fishing Firm
Baseball star Ted Williams announced that golfer Sam Snead has bought a substantial interest in Ted Williams, Inc., a Florida fishing tackle manufacturer. Both will continue their sports careers and remain avid anglers in Florida waters.
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Wyant Hailed as Top Split-T Quarterback in College Football
Freddy Wyant, a rugged sophomore southpaw from West Virginia, is acclaimed by football authorities as the best Split-T quarterback in the college ranks. The praise frames Wyant as a standout in the emerging formation, signaling his rising status and potential impact on offenses this season.
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