Beckley-Beaver Tilt Tops Night's Card Rebs Win
SAN FRANCISCO Archie Moore announced plans to defend his light heavyweight title in London next summer after a 10 round decision over Howard King of Reno. Moore, weighing 197 pounds, was urged by promoter Jack Solomone to seek permission before any more fights before the June 5 defense against Yolande Pompey of Trinidad.
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Four More Games Today In Shady Invitational
The Shady Spring High School Invitational basketball tourney continues with four Beaver court games scheduled. Afternoon matches include Glen Leigh versus Blue Jay at 1 p.m. and Cranberry versus Mabscott. Evening showdowns feature Sophia against Sylvia and Crab Orchard versus Teel.
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Eagles Seek Revenge For Year s One Loss
The Bluefield Beavers host Beckley tonight after erasing a 1954 football title glow and ending a 10 game Flying Eagles streak. Beavers relied on sharp shooting to upset the visitors at the Beaver den.
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Becl ey Bluefield Looms In Buckeye State Rivalry Night
Beckley seeks revenge on Bluefield after a 70 69 setback earlier in the season as both vie for wins in a crowded area slate. Gauley Bridge Richwood Shady Spring and others face key tests while Kentucky Illinois and national polls stir college headlines.
Mullens Junior High Dominates Coalfield Games
Mullens Junior Highs Little Red Rockets push past rivals as Beckley’s Eaglets, Mt. Hope, and Glen White also win in a busy Coalfield Conference night. Rebels slip to second after a 72 point finish. Willie Akers leads scoring and rebounding for Mullens.
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Area Tourney Set as Mullens Hosts 2A Games
Announced youth basketball tourney setup for Section 23 Class 2A at Mullens High gym. Mullens faces Pineville on March 1 with winner advancing to finals at Ocean arena, while Section 2A at Fayetteville awaits final pairings based on season records. Mullens principal Robert E. Kuhn to direct.
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Khalfi Disputes Dupas Decision in New Orleans Fight
In New Orleans Khalfi disputes Ralph Dupas victory over Hoacine Khalfi in a welterweight clash. Dupas earned a decision amid protest from Khalfi’s camp led by George Kanter, with judges split and Dupas seen as the stronger fighter by several observers.
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Calhoun Stops Defendis in Five at St Nicholas Arena
Unbeaten middleweight Rory Calhoun extended his win streak to 18 with a fifth round knockout of Angelo Defendis at St Nicholas Arena. Calhoun, from White Plains, controlled the bout with strong rights and lefts, earning a technical knockout as the referee stopped the one sided affair in five. Calhoun remains a cautious prospect, with manager Frank Bachman and trainer Charley Goldman stressing a slow ascent.
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Kentucky Guns For SEC Crown
Col. Adolph Rupp of Kentucky said he wanted the Southeastern Conference basketball title. The Associated Press reports the coach spoke with determination about his team’s pursuit of the crown.
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