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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1959
Page
7
The article explains side slipping as the basic move for learning parallel skiing, detailing how to control the skis on a steep slope, how to slip and stop, and how to shift from forward to backward slips. It notes that Loosli’s method is controversial and recommends professional instruction from Frank Weston at Bald Knob Ski School.
College basketball powers shift focus to conference play after a Christmas week spree that highlighted ACC talent, led by NC State and North Carolina. NC State beat Michigan State, Cincinnati, and Louisville to win the Dixie Classic, while Duke, Wake Forest, and Cincinnati also posted key results amid a packed schedule.
The Raleigh County Rod and Gun Club held its monthly meeting in the Raleigh County Courthouse where fishing contest awards were presented. Guest speaker Frank Weston discussed skiing and a ski movie was shown. John McKay noted snow machines would operate when temps reach 28 degrees and the slope would open to the public. The club plans a Feb 5 meeting at the courthouse with a door prize of a free ski lesson. Gene Keatley reported 156 adults and 18 juniors. he aims for 300 members amid a past peak of 1,200 and urged attendance and friend bring.
The Syracuse Nationals lost their seventh straight as Elgin Baylor scored the winning tip for the Minneapolis Lakers with 20 seconds left, dropping Nats to 7-8 in the stretch and half a game ahead of Philadelphia’s Warriors in the Eastern Division.
Summersville hosts Buckhannon on March 5 and Clay faces Richwood on March 6 in Summersville for two regional berths. The Buck-Ons or Summersville winner meets Elkins March 7 or 13, with eight oclock starts and official Lou Romano Moe Kruk to run the three games. C P Wells directs. student tickets 50 cents, adults 75. Bands pay 30 cents if in uniform under band director. drums may assist with cheers.
Denny Moyer a 19 year old welterweight from Portland Oregon with an 18 0 record meets Gaspar Ortega of Mexicali in a 10 round bout at Madison Square Garden broadcast on NBC TV and radio Moyer faces a tested foe with 62 fights in a bout that could launch his big arena career Ortega pursues a title shot while Moyer seeks to prove he belongs in the national spotlight with special NY rules allowing 10 rounds for a youth fighter.
Frank M. Johnson resigns as assistant chief in charge of federal aid in wildlife restoration with the Conservation Commission game division, effective January 2, to join the U S Fish and Wildlife Service as research biologist. He joined the commission March 15 1946 after a Michigan wildlife management masters. He will be stationed at the Southeast Forest Experiment Station in Asheville NC. Johnson cites retirement benefits and higher pay as factors. no replacement named. He is a Fairmont native, married with three children.
Wichita, Kansas fell to Tulsa and finished last among five title contenders in the Missouri Valley race. North Texas State clinched the championship with two wins and a tie in four games, including the Tulsa defeat of Wichita.
Basketball fans will see a holiday tournament at Sophia High School and a 12 game slate this weekend. Tonight Charleston visits Beckley in a top Coalfield tilt with Shady Spring at Oak Hill and Mullens at Bluefield.
Hoops action across Sophia and Beckley venues features Sophia hosting Byrd Prillerman while Mark Twain meets Stratton. Other games include Richwood at Gauley Bridge and Pineville at Baileysville with multiple junior varsity contests on the schedule.
Sydney AP dispatch reports Italian tennis star Orlando Sirola will remain an amateur for the moment. Promoter Jack Kramer said he spoke with Sirola but the timing was not right to offer a professional contract.
Rose Bowl sparked talk after Cal tied Iowa on a Kapp Hart pass when a spectator grabbed the extra point ball and dashed away. Hawkeyes and coach Elliott praised Iowa's form, while Jeter of Iowa set Rose Bowl rushing marks with an 81 yard TD run. The writer notes WVU recruiting prospects and race considerations in college athletics.
Melvin Coleman was not hunting on opening day when his car struck a full grown buck. The collision sent the car over an embankment. Damage to the vehicle was estimated at $1,200.
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