WVU hires Art Lewis and de-emphasis debate at issue
West Virginia University hires former coach Art Lewis to succeed Dudley DeGroot as head grid mentor. Clem Hamilton argues the move signals de emphasis and fuels campus tension over salaries, assistants, and loyalty, with alumni and fans pressuring for a return to winning football.
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Eaglets Face Morgantown in Intersecting Showdown
Beckley Junior High Eaglets rode a 2-0 day with wins over Richwood 60-23 and Summersville 52-14 then prepared for a major intersectional tilt against Morgantown Junior High at the Recreation Building. Coach Ross Irle’s squad, led by captain Bill Collier with 14 points in each win, sought a 11th victory of the year while the day’s slate featured 26 games across the league and region.
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Ott Falls Short in Hall of Fame Balloting
Mel Ott, former New York Giants slugger, narrowly misses Baseball Hall of Fame induction as he earns 115 of 167 American writers votes. The required two thirds, or 226 votes, eluded him in the annual BBWAA ballot.
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Tie to Decide League Title in Girls Loop Play
Duncan Catron and Sunbeam clash as two teams hold 5-1 records heading into a Sunday decider at the Recreation Building to break a three way tie for first. New River and VFW also win close games as Murphy’s climbs to fifth, Purity Maid drops to stay tied for third, and a combined standings report lists top scorers and players from Duncan Catron Sunbeam New River and Murphy’s.
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Fazio Opens Rio Grande Open In Front By One Stroke
Rio Grande Valley Open at Harlingen Texas moves into its second round with George Fazio, a 64, leading by one stroke. Jimmie Demaret and Cary Middlecuff stay close after 66 and 70 while several pros trail, as 90 players advance to the weekend rounds and 60 vie for Sunday.
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Hicks Memorial Award to Honor WV Hoopers
A permanent memorial award honoring the late Roger L. Hicks of Moundsville will be given annually to an outstanding West Virginia Mountaineers basketball player. The Phi Delta Theta WV chapter announced the prize, first presented March 4, with a five member committee selecting the winner for sportsmanship character team value and skill while meeting a C average scholastic requirement. Hicks starred on the 1942 Mountaineers national invitation tournament team and scored a crucial free throw in the final game. The committee includes a fraternity representative, a student athletic council member, the student body president, the varsity coach and the university registrar.
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Fights Last Night in Multiple Cities Report
In Philadelphia Honeychile Johnson out pointed Charley Salas. In Phoenix Claude Harmond stopped Joey Carbido in New York West New York N J Harmond beat Carbido. Floyd Morris knocked out Kia McCoy in Pittsburgh. In Brooklyn Billy Neri outpointed Al Pennino.
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Foreclosure sale of motel and property near Summersville
A 16 room motel, a five room frame residence, and 24 acres of land near Summersville will be sold at foreclosure in Summersville at 11:00 A.M. Friday February 24. For more information write MOTEL COURT Box 1846 Charleston WV.
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Recruiter Captain Gene Wilson Aims for Beckley Tennis Glory
Captain Gene Wilson of the Beckley Air Force recruiting station stands as a prominent tennis figure in the region. Local officials expect him to win state and Mid-Atlantic titles this summer, with Wilson’s long career including state junior titles in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas, and a 1948 armed forces European Command championship. He plans to stay at Beckley and play for the local club when possible, joining a prestige list that includes Bobby Riggs and Joe Hunt. Governor Pat Paterson names A C Givens to the State Conservation Commission to fill the term of the late George T. Wilson, Wheeling. Givens serves until June 30, 1952.
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College and High School Scores Mixed Across State and Nation
An extensive roundup lists scores from Phelps to Morgantown and many towns, with college results including East Duquesne, Niagara, CCNY, Geneva, Geneva, Marietta, Concord, and Georgetown among others. Notable matchups feature West Virginia teams like Morgantown and Clarksburg, along with national programs such as Miami, Virginia, and Memphis contenders. The tally spotlights overtime thrillers, Negro league mentions, and regional pairings across multiple conferences.
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