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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1965

Page

7

Lakers Down Celtics 129 to 114 in N B A clash

Los Angeles rebounds over Boston 129-114 as West scores 47 points with Baylor 29 and Wiley 17 rebounds. The win keeps LA 51 percent ahead of St. Louis in the Western Division standings amid Sunday NBA action.

United Press International Los Angeles Lakers St. Louis Hawks National Basketball Association Boston Celtics Jerry West Gene Wiley Elgin Baylor Los Angeles Celtes Wiley Baylor West Lakers Philadelphia Baltimore Bullets New York Knickerbockers Cincinnati Detroit Baltimore al Bianchi Bullets Si Green Andhi Wilt Chamberlain Gus Johnson New York Knicks Oscar Robertson Jim Barnes Howard Komives Tom Gola Bob Boozer Knicks New York Willis Reed Zelmo Beaty Cliff Hagan Hawks Detroit Pistons Pistons Terry Dischinger Eddie Miles Washington D. C San Francisco Warriors St. Louis Boston Gfi Grrt Baylor Hmncohn LaRusso Sandis Russell Barrett Kines Stas Ll Ellis Boham Hazzard Counts Imhoff Hvick King Naulls Neisn Thmsen L. Pet San Francisco

Davidson Faces VMI In Southern Conference Tourney Opener

Davidson, 23 1 overall and 22 game win streak, meets defending champion Virginia Military Institute in the Southern Conference tournament opener in Charlotte North Carolina. The Citadel beat Davidson last weekend to move the score and schedule into focus as the league proceeds toward semifinals Friday.

United Press International Charlotte N. C Davidson Virginia Military Institute Davison Citadel Bulldogs Virginia Military West Virginia Virginia Tech George Washington Pittsburgh Colonials Mountaineers Tech Richmond Citadel William & Mary Indians Richmond Spiders

Primor dial II Wins Widener Handicap at Hialeah

In Miami, Primor dial II captured the $135,600 Widener Handicap before 31,587 racing fans at Hialeah. In New York, Sam Perry of Fordham won the 60 yard dash at the National AAU track and field meet.

Miami, Fla UPI Hialeah NEW York Sam Perry Fordham

Unidentified bettor wins twin double at Lincoln Downs

An unidentified bettor captured the twin double at Lincoln Downs, securing a hefty payoff of 50 215 dollars. The result highlights a rare wagering payoff and adds a notable win to the track's history.

Lincoln UPI Lincoln Downs

Ce dar Key Wins San Luis Rey Handicap at Santa Anita

Arcadia California. Ce dar Key emerged victorious in the $57,500 San Luis Rey Handicap at Santa Anita Park. The UP I report notes the victory as the feature on California racing day with Ce dar Key earning the purse.

Arcadia Calif UPI Cedar Key San Luis Rey Santa Anita

Weber wins Thunderbird Open bowling title in Wichita

Dick Weber of St Louis won the $28 500 Professional Bowlers Association Thunderbird Open tournament in Wichita.

Wichita, Kan UPI Dick Weber St. Louis

Tucson Open winner Bob Charles takes 271 total

Tucson Arizona Sunday news reports Bob Charles won the Tucson Open with a total score of 271. The event closed on a windy course with Charles securing the title and cash prize for his performance.

U S skaters sweep three of four events in North American meet

Rochester report UPI says a United States figure skating team won three of four contested events at the North American championships held in Rochester New York.

Rochester, N. Y UPI United States

Washington DC Accepted to ACFL for 1965 Season

The Atlantic Coast Football League approved Washington DC's application to join for the 1965 season, expanding the league.

Scranton, Pa UPI Atlantic Coast Football League Washington, D. C

Bremen meet crowns four swimmers in UPI event

Cathy Gerguson Jed Graef Phil Riker and Dick Roth won races at the Bremen international swimming meet marking UPI coverage of four event winners from the competition.

Bremen Germany UPI Cathy Gerguson Jed Graef Phil Riker Dick Roth

Lundquist Triumphs Over Ralston In Indoor Tennis

Salisbury match report shows Jan Erik Lundquist defeated Dennis Ralston in four sets 4-6 13-11 6-4 11-9 at the UPI indoor tennis event. Strong late play by Lundquist carried the comeback win amid a tight, alternating point rally.

De Vicenzo Sets 272 Record At Los Lagartos Open

Roberto de Vicenzo fired a tournament record 272 in the Los Lagartos Open in Bogota Colombia. He led after rounds two and three and finished atop the standings ahead of the field.

Bogota Colombia UPI Roberto de Vicenzo

Wrecking Cagers Edge Jim Fox In City League

Skelton Wrecking beat Jim Fox 64 to 58 in the City Basketball league final round at the Recreation Building. Don Nuckols sank 12 straight free throws and finished with 22 points as four teammates joined him in double figures. Siebert Sloan led the losers with 19 points, contributing 15 in the second half before fouling out. Skelton and Pike Motel will likely meet for the title next Sunday after the Class SA sectional on Wednesday night.

Skelton Siebert Sloan Pike Jerry Edmonds Jim Fox Tom Bell Jay Lakas Don Miller Ray Gunther John Daniel Roger Henderson

Bow-Wick Mixed League Highlights and Standings

Beverages, bets, and bowling lines fill the page as Beaver Gulf, Raleigh Motor Sales, and other teams post top scores. E M Payne Co leads in a mixed league with 2969 team series, while Dennis Stover and Omar Kidd deliver high individual marks across divisions.

Bow-Wick E. M. Payne Co Watts Insurance Coles Cabinet S Cole Sign Co John W. Eye Mean’s Lumber Co Wilkes Insurance John’s Amoco Beckley Insurance Ee Colony Drug E. M Payne Co Bol Shelton Bebe Lester Cole’ Cabinet Shop Beaver Gulf Ff U. S. Royal Raleigh Motor Sales Poca Fuel Mabscott Fire Dept Keyser-Bryant Ff Mutual of Omaha Oglebay-Norton Omar Kidd Dennis Stover Pete Graham Wilson Tate B. C. Sisk Merlin Campbell John Campbell Ray Armantrout Odell Cook

Bob Charles Wins Tucson Open In Near Coup de Grace

New Zealand left hander Bob Charles captured the $6,800 first prize and the Tucson Open title with a final round 70 to finish 271, four strokes ahead of Al Geiberger. Charles, 28, led all week at the National Golf Club course and vaulted to the top of the PGA money list with $11,727.50.

Tucson Ariz UPI Bob Charles Charles Christchurch Dick Sikes Las Vegas al Geiberger Don January Billy Casper Rob Charles al Geiberner

Bomb Scare Delays Game St Joe's Wins 69 61 Over Villanova

St Joseph's Pa. defeated Villanova 69-61 after a bomb scare at the Palestra halted play. Cliff Anderson scored 36 and grabbed 24 rebounds, lifting the Hawks to a 23-1 season mark and setting up a showdown with Providence. Top teams Michigan UCLA Duke also won while Indiana and Tennessee lost.

Villanova Providence Wildcats Palestra St. Joseph’s Hawks St. Joe's Friars Villanova Gymnasium Michigan Ohio State Wolverines Cazzie Russell Bill Buntin Russell Buntin UCLA

Franchise Granted To Washington By ACFL

Washington D C wins ACFL franchise with 5 000 fee and draft first pick after meeting in Scranton. Final approval due in Harrisburg in March 2021. Washington gains top draft slot for 216 players from suspended Newark Richmond Springfield Hartford teams and Portland Seahawks added to suspension list. First round selections include Reggie Lee Bill Shockley Dan Henning Junior Powell Mel Meeks Marv Holland Julian Malinski and Mike Mosolf.

Scranton Newark Richmond Springfield Hartford Atlanta Westchester ACFL Portland Seahawks United Football League Washington Reggie Lee Bill Shockley Mohawk Valley Dan Henning Harrisburg Junior Powell Providence Mel Meeks

Figure Skating Team Seeks Win

United States figure skating’s strongest post 1961 jet crash team eyes world championships in Colorado Springs on March 26. Gary Visconti wins men’s singles while Lorna Dyer and John Carrell take gold in gold dance. Vivian and Ronald Joseph win gold in pairs. Peggy Fleming finishes second to Petra Burka in North American championships.

Rochester N. Y UPI United States Colorado Springs Colo Europe Gary Visconti Detroit Lorna Dyer John Carrell Seattle Wash Vivian Ronald Joseph Highland Park Ill Peggy Fleming Pasadena Calif Petra Burka Toronto

Bouton Presses Yankees In Salary Standstill

New York UPI reports Jim Bouton clashes with Yankees General Manager Ralph Houk over pay. Bouton seeks $30,000 after two seasons at a lower figure, arguing transparency and fair value. He praises Houk but stands firm on his figure, insisting he should be paid what he signed for.

Yankee Ralph Houk Bouton Houk Yankees Mickey Mantle Jim Bouton

Lundquist Captures U S Indoor Tennis Title

Swedish Davis Cupper Jan Erik Lundquist claimed the U S indoor championship title by upsetting top American Dennis Ralston 4 6 13 11 64 11 9 before 3 400 fans at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center. He said the win completes his goal to conquer the big four indoor titles. Ralston and Chuck McKinley later won the doubles title 3 6 6 3 6 4.

Wicomico Lundquist Ralston Chuck McKinley Chuck Europe McKinley United States Manuel Santana Jose Luis Arilla Spain

Star Goaltender Sidelined by Shoulder Injury

In Pittsburgh, Hank Bassen, star goaltender for the Hornets, suffered a shoulder injury after being struck by a line drive off Red Berenson's stick as the game began against Quebec. He finished the first period, then retired at intermission, facing possible absence for several games.

Pittsburgh UPI Pittsburgh Hornets Quebec Hank Bassen Red Berenson

Major college basketball scores and results across conferences

A wide list of game outcomes from January with numerous universities. Key results include Saint Joseph's 69 over Villanova 61, Penn State 70 over Syracuse 62, Connecticut 115 over American U. 60, and Duke 101 over Notre Dame 8. Numerous other matchups involve Yale, Princeton, Army, LaSalle, and many more across the Northeast, South, Midwest, and West with several overtime finishes and high scoring bouts.

Connecticut American U St. Peter’s Niagara Delaware Rutgers Massachusetts New Hampshire Buffalo Albany N.Y CCNY Long Island Ursinus Muhlenberg Franklin & Marshall Haverford Swarthmore Westminster St. Francis Michigan Ohio State Duke Notre Dame Indiana Wisconsin Wichita North Texas State Ilinois Michigan State Minnesota Northwestern Miami Ohio Xavier Dayton Chicago Loyola Iowa Purdue Kansas Kansas State Bradley Marquette Nebraska Stae Missouri Oklahoma Oklahoma City Denver Tulsa Cincinnati Darke Louisville Bowling Green Western Mich Toledo Marshall St. Louis Christian Brothers Butler Ball State Evaneville Kentucky Wesleyan Southern Illinois Ohio U Augsburg Minnesota-Duluth - Akron Wittenberg Fenn Western Reserve Hope Wheaton Baldwin-Wallace Wilberforce Chicago U MacMurray Loras Ilinois Tech Southwest

West Virginia Conference Final Regular Standings

Charleston area roundup reports the final regular season standings in the West Virginia Conference. The compact note lists the top teams and their placements as the season concludes.

Charleston UPI West Virginia

WVC Tourney Parings for the Opening Round

WVIAC tournament opening round pairings list upper bracket games: Fairmont vs Beckley at 9:30 p.m. Glenville vs Bluefield State at 6:30 p.m. Salem vs Concord at 2:15 p.m. Alderson-Broaddus vs Wesleyan at 12:25 p.m. Lower bracket shows Tech by e bye. Shepherd vs Wheeling at 10:45 p.m. West Liberty vs West Virginia State at 3:45 p.m. Davis & Elkins vs Morris Harvey at 8:10 p.m.

W. Va. Tech Fairmont Wesleyan Morris Harvey Salem Ll Glenville Llll I “Shepherd W.va. State Concord Bluefield State Davis & Elkins Alderson-Broaddus Charleston UPI Beckley Glenville Salem

Cleveland Barons Break Losing Streak With 6-3 Win

Fred Glover, both coach and player, scored the tying goal and then set up his brother Howie as the Cleveland Barons beat the Springfield Indians 6-3 in an AHL game. The victory snapped an eight game skid. Frank Martin closed the scoring with two seconds left. Other AHL results: Quebec 4 Pittsburgh 3, Providence 6 Rochester 3, Buffalo 5 Hershey 3.

United Press International Cleveland Barons Fred Glover Glover Springfield Indians Cleveland Springfield Jacques Caron Barons Howie Frank Martin Quebec Pittsburgh Providence Rochester Buffalo Hershey

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