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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1956

Page

10

Washington University Probes Bungled Grit Situation

An investigation into Washington University athletics follows accusations of a badly bungled football program. Regents convene as legislators and coach Cherberg allege a recruiting fund funded player trips and perks, risking ineligible players and staff losses if proven.

Washington University Washington Board of Regents John Cherberg Cherberg R. C. Torrance Seattle Kim Sutherland Washington State College Torrance University of University Stadium

WV high school basketball scores across Tri County region

A long list of basketball results from West Virginia and nearby states. Scores include Gauley Bridge 93 Lookout Mullens 101 Princeton 87 Kingston 73 Ansted 65 Pineville 80 Big Creek of War 57 Shady Spring 96 Mark Twain 8 Stoco 73 Clear Fork 63 Madison 38 Amigo Byrd Prillerman 102 Beckley Stratton 72 Oceana 8 Welch 70 Sophia 75 Tran Hill 59 and many more across numerous towns and colleges.

W.va Associated Press Lookout & Mullens Princeton Kingston Ansted Pineville Big Creek of War Shady Spring Mark Twain Stoco Clear Fork

Mountainers Aim for Series Sweep in Southern Showdown

The Mountain eers chase a repeat win over the Lions after a 81-79 thriller in Morgantown last month while clinging to a 7-2 SoCon mark tied with George Washington. Bluefield State meets Ferrum JC as West Virginia teams vie for conference progress and Marshall strongholds, with key results from Beckley and West Liberty shaping the standings.

Mountaineers Lions Morgantown Richmond Memphis State George Washington Bluefield State Ferrum Bluefield Marshall W.va. Wesleyan Alderson-Broaddus Glenville Morris Harvey Davis Elkins West Liberty Tom Ackerman Hilltoppers Fairmont Beckley Concord Shepherd Shippensburg Paul Underwood Morehead Big Green Cebe Price Hal Greer Charlie Slack Ene Rutherford Wesleyan Ed Kristofik Bobcats Leo Byrd Little Green Morehead Frosh Tew Eagles Cap Smith Senators Ackersman Cy Simmons Ackerman Simmons Moe Jack McIntyre Dick Simnace Jim Villinger Bob Adams Bill Turner Ton Honosky Blue Hawks Glen Ramey Cord Don Mikush Beckieyteresting Washington & Lee David- Dick Gunnoe Hagg Farmerson Generals Johns Hopkins Davidson Trip- Leonard Ped Guilford al Ece Ortete Ak Nickell Lee Marshall Mies Glen Aristofik Dom . x . Wilkinson Flora Ville Kame Robby Cobb Joe Miller Jim Stafford Slack Clark Kesler Kirk Dick Gallaher Freeman Joe Long L. Buchanana UBS

Howe Joins 300 Goal Club In NHL Scoring Race

Gordie Howe of the Detroit Red Wings reached 300 NHL goals, tying for the scoring lead at 60 points and joining legends Nels Stewart and Maurice Richard in the exclusive 300 club. The milestone came in a 3 2 win over the Chicago Black Hawks, moving Detroit into a second place tie with the New York Rangers as Howe nears a decade in the league.

Montrey Jean Beliveau NHL Howe Nels Stewart Maurice Rocket) Richard Stewart Montreal Maroons Boston Bruins New York Americans Richard Montreal Canadiens Detroit Gordie Howe Detroit Red Wings National Hockey League Chicago ‘Black Hawks Wings New York Rangers

Boxer Cleared In Ring Death

Philadelphia medical examiner cleared Rudy Watkins of blame in the death of boxer Robert Perry after a January bout at Cambria Athletic Club. Perry, 71, died Feb 2 from a brain injury days after a sixth round TKO. Witnesses and officials testified Perry was in good condition before and after the fight, with Perry allegedly aggressive and Watkins landing a decisive sixth round blow.

Philadelphia Baltimore Rudy Watkins Robert Perry Cambria Athletic Club Joseph W. Spelman Perry State Athletic Commission William Strickland Watkins Peter Panatelo Watkine

Smith Peeved By Ring Loss In Boston Boxing Match

Wallace Bud Smith, lightweight champion, lost a 10 round non-title decision to 19 year old Larry Boardman of Marlborough Conn in Boston Garden. Officials split votes 4-3, 9-3, with Boardman winning two cards and Smith the third. Smith vows to focus on a welterweight future and his upcoming bout with Tony De Marco. Other results include Murphy over O'Brien in Boston and Waterman over Gavilan in London.

Boston Wallace Bud) Smith Smith Larry Boardman Marlborough Conn Boston Garden Tony de Marco Jimmy Carter Boardman Connecticut Joe Zapustas Jim Shaughnessy Marlboro Cincinnati Bothy Murphy Jackie O’brien Meriden London Pete Waterman England Kid Gavilan Cube Houston Tex Paul Jorgensen Red Top Davis Hartford

Rice Coach Blasts 12 Foot Hoop Lane

Rice basketball coach Don Syman criticizes the 12 foot lane and calls for outlawing zone defense. He argues the rule change harms player enjoyment and spectator experience, saying it favors big players and stifles dribbling and driving in the game.

Rice Houston T Don Syman National Association of Basketball Coaches Monthly Basketball Bulletin Syman

Baldoni Meets Jones in Capitol Arena Middleweight Fight

Tony Baldoni seeks to extend his 12-bout win streak tonight as he faces Ralph Jones in a 10-round middleweight bout at Capitol Arena. Jones, of Yonkers New York, is the favorite and a top 160-pounder aiming to use a win for a shot at the middleweight title. The telecast is national on ABC at 10 p.m. EST.

Washington Tony Baldoni Skein Ralph Tigers Jones Capitol Arena Jones Baldoni Wilkes-Barre ABC

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