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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1955
Page
7
Beckley Conquerors edge through in field as debate grows over a clear favorite in the tournament race. TOM STIMMEL reports from the Associated Press with early reactions and implications for the next rounds.
Beckley Flying Eagles and Mullens Rebels depart for the State Class A tournament in Huntington. Beckley meets Huntington High Pony Express in round one around 3 pm. Mullens faces Wheeling Golds at about 8:45 pm. Woodrow Wilson and Wyoming Countians travel en route. Teams will stay at Marshall College dorms. Beckley notes 21-3 record and aim for fifth straight title amid strong foes.
London heavyweight bout saw Eddie Hearn defeat Fred Powell in eight rounds after Powell claimed he signed for ten. Referee's decision stood as Powell protested. a final right hand in the tenth flattened Powell.
Woodrow Wilson High reports many students lack transport to the state tournament at Huntington but have permission to attend. Adults with vacant seats headed that way are asked to call the high school today.
The $12,500 St Petersburg Open in St. Petersburg, Florida will begin tomorrow with 149 players, including most top touring professionals and 25 amateurs. The 72 hole, four day event promises a strong field.
Washington fighter Tommy Hurri cane Jackson knocked out Chuck Kid Saucer in the 3rd round in Washington. Chicago bout saw Virgil Akins stop Tommy Maddo in the 4th round in Chicago.
Woodrow Wilson High School principal C G Peregoy announced 50 additional student tickets for the state high school basketball tournament at Huntington were mailed yesterday and should be available for sale today around 2 p.m. Mullens High School had 180 tickets sold yesterday, leaving about 80 adult tickets. No single session tickets are available in advance. buy at the school or at the gate.
In Syracuse New York six Olympian gold medalists from Navy’s 1952 Helsinki championship crew competed in their final races at the 52nd Intercollegiate Regatta on Onondaga Lake. The rowers were Ed Steven Wayne Frye Hank Proctor Jim Dunbar Bill Fields and Dick Murphy.
Marcel Bonin, fiery French forward for the Detroit Red Wings, signed his hockey contract quickly though he struggles with English. He said the words are hard but the figures are easy to read.
New York and Philadelphia star Neil Johnston set a new free throw scoring record and captured the NBA individual scoring title for the third straight season with 1,631 points in 1954 55. He led in free throws with 589 and rebounding with 1,085.
Cuba’s Kid Gavilan aims for his 100th win against Miami veteran Bobby Dykes in a 10 round nationally televised bout at Miami Stadium. About 6,000 fans expected. CBS airs at 10 p.m. EST. It’s their second meeting after Gavilan won a split decision on Feb 4, 1952.
Eddie Blume of Ansted and Richard O’Neal of Fayetteville star in the Fayette County All-County basketball selections by the Fayette County Coach's Association. Gauley Bridge place one on-ice ace Howard Taylor, with Roger Baughan on the second team. Kingson’s Larry Scarbro and Pax’s Bill Tyree also on either first or second unit. Blume led Ansted with 25 ppg as they went 15-5 in Class A. O’Neal averaged over 20 ppg for Fayetteville as they were 13-7 and won the sectional crown. Other first team picks include Parnell, Sizemore, Hurt, Tyree, and Smith.
The Raleigh County League Umpires Association invites all members and prospective affiliates to a 1 p.m. Sunday gathering at the American Legion Hall in Sophia. President Romy Hampton said the group aims for three to four outdoor sessions on game administration and officiating under Harless Stover, a former professional umpire.
The Church Basketball League opens its post season with a four game round at the Recreation Building. First place Presbyterian faces third place Catholic in the 7 p.m. opener. Upper bracket pairs Memorial Baptist with Methodist Temple. Bottom bracket has First Methodist vs Johnstown Baptist and Christian vs First Baptist. Semifinals set for next Monday with the championship a week later.
Among three low price cars Plymouth stands out with a fresh complete styling and high trade-in value. Its swept back windshield and roomy interior offer a big car ride at affordable prices across Belvedere Savoy and Plaza models. Demonstrations available today.
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