Eagles Sweep Mullens in Prep for Sectional Tourney
Beckley Flying Eagles defeated Mullens Rebels twice at Mullens to prep for the Section 20 semifinals at Woodrow Wilson Field. Game one ended 6-0 with Belcher tossing a three-hitter in his third straight win, while game two a no-hitter by Fox and Ellison helped Beckley run to a 12-3 victory as Ellison earned his first decision. Weikle led the offense with three doubles and Ellison added a triple as Beckley raised its season mark to 9-1 in conference play. Mullens fell to 1-5 in the league and 2-5 overall, closing the season against Matoaka.
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Spahn’s Wartime Gap Didn't Halt Greatness
Baseball authority Prof. John Franklin Sain notes Warren Spahn would have reached 400 wins if not for World War II. Spahn lost three full seasons, started slowly after discharge in 1946, then won 21 games in 1947. Sain praises Spahn's longevity, smart adjustments, and professional approach, crediting his low arm strain and adaptability.
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Government Wants Its Share First
The Internal Revenue Service said it would take steps to collect its share of the 150000 dollars won by George Kaufman in the Pan American Medical sweepstakes. IRS head J H Bingler said the government share would be 92000 dollars. Kaufman, a local junk dealer, won on a Carry Back lottery ticket. He promised his son and daughter 25 percent each, but the IRS insisted on first claim.
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Humane archery research and upcoming club shoots attract attention
An article discusses humane methods of animal dispatch, noting research on a hypodermic arrow head that injects a drug to instantly paralyze deer, while stressing legality issues. It mentions May 14 Beckley Club all day shoot with 56 targets and safe observation, plus Pioneer Bowmen league events on the Logan County range today for member clubs.
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National Bowhunter Magazine
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WVC appoints three to study permanent commissioner hire
Wheeling West Virginia Conference formed a three member committee to study the feasibility of hiring a permanent commissioner. The panel will review needs funding and structure for a full time leader. The move reflects renewed interest in professional administration within the conference.
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Braves Triumph In Oak Hill ML Braves Triumph In Oak Hill ML
Braves take a 24-10 win over the Dodgers in Oak Hill Minor League while the Cubs defeat the Senators 8-2 in Little League. Higginbotham earned the win for the Minor League, with Duda taking the loss for the Senators in the Little League. Kees Bennett and Oxley had two runs apiece for the Cubs, Prather and Hal each scored once. Ritchie and Ferrell scored for the Senators. The Cubs erupted with five runs late after a 1-0-0 start by both teams. The conference also named new officers and set plans for a basketball tournament at the Charleston Civic Center under the Charleston Lions Club, plus rule changes and a two-day 1962 track meet format.
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Bethel Shuts Out Syracuse in 9 Inning Gem
Richmond Virginians beat Syracuse 1-0 as Bill Bethel pitched a nine inning three hitter to earn his first true nine inning win of the year. It marked the Virginians third straight victory and kept them in a second place tie in the International League behind Columbus Jets and San Juan Marlins. Bob Sadowski added his third consecutive win with late relief support.
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Russia wins European basketball title over Yugoslavia
In Belgrade Russia defended its title by defeating Yugoslavia 60 to 53 to claim a third consecutive European championship. Bulgaria finished third with a 55 to 46 victory over France.
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Beckley Sports Notes on Francis and Roberts
Beckley coverage highlights Earl Francis of the Columbus Jets with two wins in three starts and a stellar 0.56 ERA in 35 innings including a two hitter against Syracuse. Robin Roberts struggles persist with a 0-5 start and a 5.68 ERA over six games. Also updates on Jackie Jensen’s return with the Red Sox, Zoe Ann Olson’s support, and a potential Beckley fast pitch softball league with meeting details and regional stakes.
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Pirates Seek Weather Break For Giants Showdown
The Pittsburgh Pirates aimed to host the San Francisco Giants at Forbes Field Monday night, weather threatening a postponement. If played, Harvey Haddix starts for Pittsburgh against Jack Sanford. The Pirates meanwhile optioned Jim Umbricht and Roman Mejias to the Columbus Jets and sold catcher Elmo Plaskett to a Hawaiian PCL club.
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Oak Hill ML LI Finish 1st Week
Oak Hill ML and LI complete first week with two games each. Yankees fall 14 6 in postponed Minor League, Cubs beat Tigers 10 6 in postponed Little League. Dodgers win 16 9 over Pirates, Red Legs top Senators 4 3 in Little League. Red Sox pace Minor League with 2 0, Red Legs lead Little League with 3 0.
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