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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1936

Page

12

Aerials Spark Georgetown Rout Of West Virginia 28 0

Georgetown Hoyas converted three interceptions into touchdowns in the final period to rout West Virginia 28 to 0 on homecoming day. Moan connected with Barabas for a score and Nolan added a long TD run as the Hoyas dominated the Mountaineers, who failed to gain a first down until late in the second half.

Associated Press Morgantown Georgetown West Virginia University Mountaineers Georgetown Hoyas Moulin Barabas Valiquette West Virginia Kelly Moon Dex Very Hardy Moan Nolan Isaac Riefski Wychunas Cross Bay David Isaac Georgelowh Hoyas Kelley Moan

Auburn Triumphs 13 12 as Georgia Tech Falls Narrowly

Auburn barely held off a late Georgia Tech rally to win 13 to 12 in the 40th renewal of the rivalry before 18 000 fans. Halfback Billy Hitchcock opened scoring with a 62 yard punt return and Oscar Burford added a 25 yard touchdown after a blocked punt. Georgia Tech mounted a razzle dazzle drive to reach Auburn’s 22 late, with Natch Konemann scoring after a key series of plays.

Associated Press Alanta Auburn Tigers Georgia Tech Engineers South Tech Billy Hitchcock Oscar Burford Jimmee Fenton Fletcher Simms Ed Jones Harry Appleby Lawrence Hays Jones Natch Konemann Hays Fenton Techan Konemaan

Hampden-Sydney and St. John’s play to scoreless tie

Hampden-Sydney Tigers fail to score in a homecoming clash with St. John’s, driving deep into opponent territory but bogging down late. Annapolis threatened near the end, yet the game finished 0-0 with no scoring.

Pres Hampden-Sydney St. John's Hampden-Sydney Tigers Annapolis Tigers

Golf Pros Brace for Winter PGA Circuit in 1936

Johnny Revolta defends the PGA Championship in Pinehurst North Carolina November 16, first winter edition of the event. The PGA title race travels to Augusta Miami Nassau Los Angeles and other majors with purses surpassing 100000. Cooper leads 1936 prize money with 6687 while Henry Picard, Horton Smith, Ray Mangrum and Byron Nelson also top the list.

Johnny Siwanoy In. Y Jim Barnes Walter Hagen Walter Gene Sarazen Lea Diegel Revolta Tommy Armour Twin Hills Armour Fresh Meadow New York Florida Miami West Coast San Francisco Oakland Agua Caliente Georgia Augusta National Club Texas Carolinas Cooper Harry Cooper Glen Ellyn Henry Picard Hershey Horton Smith Ray Mangrum Byron Nelson Jimmy Thomson Johnny Revolta Tony Manero Lawson Little Thiy Henry L Doherty Olin Dutra Denny Shute Johnny Goodman

Emery Henry Upsets Roanoke Maroons In Dramatic Win

In Emery Virginia Emery-Henry defeated Roanoke Maroons 19 to 12 in a wild game marked by a tying touchdown in the third period and three late scoring drives in the fourth. The upset is described as one of the most spectacular in recent seasons.

Associated Press Emery Emery and Henry Roanoke Maroons Emery-Henry

Gridiron Captain Dies of Injuries at Lumberport

Joseph Lopetrone, 13, end and captain of Lumberport High School, died in a Clarksburg hospital after injuries from a Oct. 30 game against Belington High. His condition worsened after surgery despite earlier improvements. The Lumberport vs Ss. Marys game today was canceled.

Associated Press Clarksburg Joseph Lopetrone

Huntington Golden Gloves Tourney Dates Announced

The Huntington Advertiser reports the second annual region Golden Gloves amateur boxing tournament will start Monday January 25 and run for as many nights as needed. Boxers from West Virginia southern Ohio eastern Kentucky and nearby areas are eligible. Eight weight classes crown champions who will advance to Chicago for the Tribune tournament on February 23 24 and 25 after last year's strong showing.

Associated Press Huntington Huntington Advertiser West Virginia Ohio Kentucky Chicago Chicago Tribune

Trap Hill Downs Marsh Fork 13-12 in Friday game

Trap Hill Wildcats closed their schedule with a 13 to 12 victory over Marsh Fork at Surveyor. A Christian pass to Tate set up a Lakota run for the first TD. The winning margin came on a fourth quarter Monteoal score after a fumble and a leaping Daniel catch in the end zone. Audrey Shumate crowned Miss Trap Hill at halftime.

Trap Hill Wildcats Marsh Fork Surveyor Christian Tate Lakota Trap Hill Monteoal Smith Bulldogs Daniel Tallerico Audrey Shumate

Mustangs Prepare for Armistice Day War Challenge

Mount Hope High plans Armistice Day program at the new athletic stadium with War High’s Big Creek eleven as the opponent. About 350 students will join in the parade. a new school song debuts, and football dads are invited to sit on the bench wearing their sons’ numbers during intermission. The Mustangs seek revenge after last season’s 6-0 loss to War and hope a win would push them toward an undefeated season.

Mount Hope Big Creek Jurdier High Lady Wick Beni Uiey Coley Torrie Brown Mustang Mustangs Montgomery Gauley Bridge Travelers Barting

Milky Way Stable Wins Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes

Reaping Reward from Milky Way stable defeats Pompoon to claim the $10 000 Kentucky Jockey Club at Churchill Downs. The mile race saw the colt trailing early, then overtaking rivals in the stretch to win by one length with Beading Reward and Priveledged among the near shows.

Associated Press Louisville New England Pompoon Milky Way Stable Churchill Downs Son of Sickle Milky Way Murph Calumet Stable Privileged

Glenville Crushers Rio Grande in Football Blowout

Glenville heavy with touchdowns routed Rio Grande 60 to 0 before a small crowd. Gibson scored four times and joined Edwards Porterfield Bennett Barnett contributing major runs and TDs as Glenville dominates on offense.

Associated Press Glenville Glenville State Teachers College Little Rio Grande College Gibson Ace Back Edwards Porterfield Pas Big Grande Martino LE Landis Summers Harris Mason LG Mullins Bicke de Payne Howes Brande Callahan Seeley Fulks Green Bohensky Shriner Edwards Snook Bennett Luman Gibson Petruzzi Bennett Barnett

Giant Ground Gainer Tuffy Leemans Shatters Pro Debut Expectations

The article praises Tuffy Leemans of George Washington University fame now starring for the New York Giants as a top ball carrier. It notes his midseason yardage rivaling Beattie Feathers’ record, compares him to peers, and highlights a trend toward younger players in the NFL. It also spotlights Fortmann and veteran linemen, with mentions of Owens Kiesling Carlson and Patanelli Isbell.

Tuffy Leeman Tuffy George Washington University G. W Leemans Tufty National Football League Steve Owens New York Giants Tully Giants Feathers Beattie Feathers Chicago Bears Doug Russell Chicago Cardinals Caneze Bill Owen Walt Kies‘Jing Green Bay

LSU Buys Westdale Club for 1937 Golf Campaign

Louisiana State University purchases the 80 acre Westdale country club two miles southeast of Baton Rouge for 25000 dollars to serve as a campus training site for golfers Fred Haas Paul Leslie Henry Castillo George Abardan and other students. The facility includes 18 hole course a clubhouse pool and tennis courts and will host student social functions.

Associated Press Baton Rouge Louisiana State University Westdale Country Club Cubs Fred Haas Paul Leslie

Coaches Arrange Practice Contest for 1997 Season

Hleco and Trap Hill plan a practice contest on November 11 at Surveyor Field at 10 30 am using underclassmen to evaluate next year's squads. Leeber and Shanklin will referee. Principal Roy Coffman will umpire as Tap Till Voll. The trial aims to expose inexperienced players and attract county rivals' fans to see future prospects. Notre Dame athletics manager J Arthur Haley faced ticket requests at the Notre Dame Pittsburgh game despite a stiff neck.

Hleco Trap Hill Cosehts Leeber Shanklin Surveyor Mey Wall Simlar Coathes Shankin Princcipal Roy Coffman J. Arthur Haley Notre Dame Notre

Hawaiian Cagers In Tour Of U S

A Hawaii all star basketball team planned a four month mainland tour starting this month. The Q-man squad, led by Larry Akau, would play four times weekly against college and AAU teams including Detroit University Michigan State Notre Dame Colorado College New Mexico University and Arizona.

Associated Press Honolulu Havaiian Hollywood Detroitniversity Michigan State Notre Dame Colorado College New Mexico University University of Arizona Larry Akau Mars

Hunters Urged to Report Kills for Recognition

West Virginia hunters must report all deer and wild turkey kills to the Conservation Commission. Reports must include date, location, species, and killer, for awards and future game management. Fines and penalties apply. prize amounts noted for eligible entries.

West Virginia

Beavers Edge Eagles in West Virginia Gridiron Clash

Beckley Beavers, coached by Jake Miller, beat the Bluefield Eagles 23 0 in a hard fought game at Beckley. The Beavers built a strong ground game behind their backfield quartet and leveraged timely plays to extend a five game win streak.

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