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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1955

Page

6

Basketball Free Throws Missed by WVU and Westminster

WVU Handley six free throws missed and Kishbaugh four. Bergines one. Witting two. Sapdafore Mullins Brennan Constantine LaNeve White also missed. Westminster players Riley five. Strehler H Davis Garrett listed among those who missed.

WVU Handley Kishbaurgh Bergines Witting Sapdafore Mullins Brennan Constantine LaNeve White Westminster Riley Strehler H. Davis Garrett Westminster of Schrecengost Doran Rowe Stillson G Garrett Oor Bergines Hundley F Mullins White King Constantine Spadafore Holt LaNeve Raese Westmminster Wvi

Fayette County League Schedules and Raleigh County results

Montgomery Jr at Mt Hope Jr and Hinton Jr at Beckley Jr headline Fayette County action as TravHelpers mark fifth straight win for Travelers. Marsh Fork, Meadow Bridge, Sophia and Pax post notable scores with top players Cassell O Nea l Andrews and Blankenship stirring late drama. Mt Hope Princeton Oak Hill Stoco and Glen Rogers also post league wins with high scoring performances.

Ken Crockett Buford Nelson Monte Crockett Edger Medley Theo Nelson Dickie Wood Carl Carter Welch Byrd Robert Wright Bill Wyatt Kenneth Paine J. Richardson Frank Marino Larry Oyler Ken Lawson Louie Dotson Lindsey Thomas Bobby Dillon Mathew Brown Sam Wellman Frank Miller William Bill Litz Robert Plumbs Scott Bobby Greer Milton Ross Jim Banks Mr. Hope Bill Holland Henry Carter Mullens Larry Greer Otha Craighead Virgil Dillons Bobby Tabscott Fred Summers A. Mitchell W. Blankenship Mike Frisk Willie Akers Lincoln Dave Miller Bill Thompson Byrd Prillerman Bob Bolts Terry Penn Bill Hurts Gordon Brooks Earl Lays Excelsior Jerry Lambert Wayne Richmonds L Lambright Samuel Smith Welch Edward Berger Ec Mullens Ll Oak Hill James Griffith Mt. Hope Fredrick Knowles Fayetteville Samuel Otiss Henry Sprouse Vebinc Ralph Parsons Charles Gunter DuBois Richard O'Neal Ron McMillan Everett Tucker Jimmy Andrews Gerry Johnson Robert Lewis Gene Houchins John Porterfield Charles Mills Mike Gavin Sam Bowling Ralph Lynch Roy Lillys William Meadow Bridge Dave Pendletons Hunter G Charles Gilkeson Dennis Banks Jack Forbes Calvin Walkers Bob Blankenship Dave Stearts Thomas Wilsons Jennings Thomas c T. Mansfield Raymond Harpers Jim Hylton William Jones Thomas Woolwine Hinton Bob Fitzpatrick Frank McDowell Ll DuBois Frank Bailey c Paul Cooper al Pack Don Hedricks Gauley Bridge Beckley Jr Bob Bashams Julian Taylor Bales Dan Mannings Estradas Joe Roger Baughan S Millers Seviors Pippins Bob Johnsons Larry Whites David Wests Princeton Jr Joe Browns Campbells Reeds Tennant Summersville Don Stull Hickman G S. MecMillion Sayers G Roscoe Dillon Ec Strongs Farleys Mike Bell Sg Hall Allen Fitzwater Joe Rapps Totals Gene Grovess Princeton Beckley Ray Wilson S Sophia Jr Bill Brights James Cook Wyatt Backuss Carol Smith Jack Waddell Cc Jack McVey Donal Farley Lookout Paul Pomeroy Charles Sheaves Harry Blakes Jack Clement Andy Bells Cecil Hughes Buford King O ' Elson Acords Terry Smith Virgil Goode Jim Jay McKenzie Norm Jacksons Carl Fergusons Sophia Jr Jim Youngs Eccles Jr O Jim Dyer Glen Rogers Jr Lookout Ef, Bailey Richwood Brown Shumate Hall G Sparks Gunter Lyane B. Bailey Clear Fork Jr Julian Howard Taylor Bill Bright Mike Bell Travelers Marsh Fork Bulldogs Virgil Carr Shady Spring Tigers Beaver Larry Cassell Trap Hill Sophia Pirates Dick O'Neal Sophia Junior High Eccles Little Hawks David Miller Rebels Kingston Pax Robert Salters Larry Scarbro Clinton Stover Mustangs Virgil Dillon Ken Parnell Red Devils Lone Reserve Frank Bailey Stoco Clear Fork Billy Trystuck Gunning Raleigh Coal City Indians Glen Rogers Harold Snuf

Eddie Erdelatz signs five year Navy football contract

Eddie Erdelatz signed a five year contract as Navy head football coach, reportedly around 17000 dollars per year. The deal solidifies his leadership after a string of success including victories over Army and Mississippi, with Navy praising his coaching style and leadership. Capt. Elliott Loughlin confirmed his value extends beyond wins to leadership and character.

Annapolis Eddie Erdelatz California Eddie Navy Erdelatz Naval Academy San Francisco 49Ers Los Angeles Rams Dan Reeves Rams Elliott Loughlin

Home Courts Dominate with 11 Wins in 15 Games

Tri county scholastic night saw home teams prevail 11 times as Gauley Bridge, Fayetteville and Marsh Fork challenged on their floors. Gauley Bridge routed Summersville 73 to 45 in the New River Valley clash, with Gauley jumping to an 18-10 first period lead and controlling the game.

Tri-County Gauley Bridge Fayetteville Marsh Fork Sophia Mullens Kingston Princeton Stoco Mt. Hope Glen Rogers DuBois Byrd Prillerman Richwood Clear Fork Travelers Summersville New River Valley Grizzlies Gauley

Entry Blank for 1955 Sectional Golden Gloves

The official entry form for the 1955 Sectional Golden Gloves lists sponsors Raleigh County Post 32 American Legion and The Raleigh Register. It waives all rights for injuries and asks for applicant name, number of bouts, and choice of Open or Novice division. It notes signature lines and mentions potential future tournaments.

Raleigh County Post 32 The American Legion Raleigh Register

Consent form for 1955 Sectional Golden Gloves tournament

A parent or guardian consents to a youth's entry in the 1955 Sectional Golden Gloves tournament held January 31 February 1 and 3 at the Beckley Recreation Building Beckley West Virginia. The form releases entrants sponsors from injuries and indemnifies Raleigh County Post 32 The American Legion and The Raleigh Register. Deadline for entry is noon Saturday January 29.

Raleigh County Post 32 The American Legion Raleigh Register Bob Wills Beckley W. Va Beckley Recreation Building

Beckley Hawks Edge NBC For Third Win Of Season

Beckley College Blue Hawks beat National Business College 94 88 in Roanoke Virginia to claim their third win in 11 games. Bill Bowman led with 26 points while Ace Cook added 22. NBC’s Paul Houseman had 21 and Bob Stone 20 as the game stayed tight until the final 30 seconds.

Byrd Prillerman W. Va. Athletic Union Hinton Lincoln Stratton Ken Monte Crockett Lincoln Athletic Union DuBois Mt. Hope Excelsior of War Ralph Lynch Richwood Princeton Tiger Cub Randy Light Eagles Clear Fork Glen Rogers Roanoke Beckley College Blue Hawks National Business College Hawks NBC Beckley Bill Bowman West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Albert Cook Paul Houseman Bob Stone National Business Edwards Hall Stone Chase Roberts Houseman Chapman English Martin Bowman Lusk Beasley N. Lilly

Celts Grab Lead In Eastern NBA

The Boston Celtics soared to first in the Eastern Division by beating Fort Wayne 119-110. Bill Sharman scored 37, as Boston extended its season average over 100 points per game and topped the Fort Wayne Coliseum scoring record. The Nationals lost to the Lakers 93-82, and the Hawks defeated the Royals 93-90.

Celts Fort Wayne Syracuse Nationals Nats Minneapolis Lakers Milwaukee Hawks Rochester Royals Boston Fort Wayne Coliseum Bill Sharman Celtics

Giardello Reinstated After Fine for Brawl

Philadelphia middleweight contender Joey Giardello restores his status with the Pennsylvania Athletic Commission after paying a 500 fine in lieu of a 75 day suspension. The commission had suspended him and then reinstated him following an October 29 assault allegation at a South Philadelphia gas station. Giardello, awaiting trial, denies involvement in the brawl.

Philadelphia Joey Giardello Pennsylvania Athletic Commission Giardello

Beckley Mt Hope Swap Home Hoop Dates

A schedule change shifts Beckley and Mt Hope basketball games. The Beckley-Mt Hope rivalry will now be played at Mt Hope on Friday and the Mt Hope game will move to the Recreation Building on Tuesday February 1. Beckley College will host Mt State of Parkersburg Friday night.

Beckley Mt. Hope Beckley-Mt. Hope Flying Eagles Mustangs Beckley College Mt. State of Parkersburg

Fights Last Night Card Reports Regional Wins

Chicago boxer L C Morgan stopped Chuck Adkins in a 136 pound bout. Richmond California contender Willie Bean outpointed Howard King in a 213 pound fight. Locations Chicago Gary Los Angeles Reno and teams are listed for context.

Associated Press Chicago L C. Morgan Youngstown Ohio Chuck Adkins Gary Ind Richmond Calif Willie Bean Los Angeles Howard King Reno

Cards Trade Ben Wade for Paul LaPalme

The St. Louis Cardinals traded right handed pitcher Ben Wade to the Pittsburgh Pirates for southpaw Paul LaPalme. Wade, 32, appeared in 36 games with a 1-1 record and a 7.28 ERA after arriving from Brooklyn on waivers. LaPalme, 30, knuckleball specialist, played 33 games in 1954 with a 4-10 record and a 5.50 ERA.

ST. Louis St. Louis Cardinals Ben Wade Pittsburgh Pirates Paul LaPalme Wade Cardinals Brooklyn LaPalme

Polio Benefit Openers Set for Glen White Gym

First event of Polio Four sixth grade teams in the county opens tonight at Glen White gym. Receipts go to the March of Dimes. 7 pm games feature Midway Elementary vs Lester, then Glen White vs Eccles. Tournament ends Thursday with a final double-header.

Glen White March of Dimes Midway Elementary Lester Eccles

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