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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1968

Page

4

Trojans Increase Lead In Major College Rankings

Southern California holds a growing margin in the national race a second straight title bid. Cal upset by Stanford and other reshuffles push Ohio State to runner up while Penn State moves to third. Michigan and Georgia occupy top five with Missouri Texas Auburn and Notre Dame and more in the top 15 amid weekend shocks.

Joe Carnicelli UPT New York UPI Pen State Kansas Jayhawks Oklahoma Michigan Georgia Missouri Texas Aubire Jess Auburn Notre Dame Trouston Arkensis Auais Osle University Yale Texas Tech Southern Messadist Souther California Histombet Oreo State UCLA California Ohio State Wisconsin Tenn State Miami Fla Nittany Wiens Florida State Mlinois Wolverines Inited Tress International Cam Fotots Southern Cal Ohio St Ent St Ternnessee Houston Arkansas Oregon St Purdue Alabama Ohis Univ Southern Methodist

Can-Am Challenge Cup Series To Be Expanded

Stirling Moss, racing director for the Can-Am sponsor, predicts expansion from six to ten races next year. Two added races likely in the United States and two in Canada, boosting total purse from 586000 to about 1 million. Possible new events include Watkins Glen, with Moss noting U.S. growth in European style sports car road racing.

James F. Cour Las Vegas Cipi Stirling Moss Imed Moss Canada Watkins Glen N.Y America Johnson Wax Co Elkhart Lake Wis Bridgehempton Edmonton Ont Mon Terey Mod Riverside Calif United States Noty

Former Fight Trainer Dies in New York

New York reports Charlie Joliman a longtime trainer of five world champions including Rocky Marciano has died at age 80 from a heart attack. Joliman fought in boxing since youth, later guiding champions and shaping the sport’s early era in New York amid years of memorable bouts and training milestones.

New York UPI Charlie Joliman Rocky Marciano Goldman Brooklyn Trown Johnny Conlon Whitey Kitson

United States Triumphs Over India in Davis Cup Final

The United States beat India 4-1 to reach the Australia final, with Arthur Ashe defeating Ramanathan Krishnan 6 4, 6-3, 6-3 and Clark Graubner besting Premjit Lall 2 4 9-7 7-5 6 4. The US seeks its first Cup since 1953 with the Adelaide final looming.

San Juan Pupiy United States Australia India Arthur Ashe Richmond Ramanathan Krishnan Clark Grasbner New York Premjit Lall Adelaide Cleveland Roy Emerson Fred Stolle John Newcombe Tony Roche Dennis Ralston U.S UCLA Stan Smity Mob Cutz

Swansea Sells For $290,000 At Keeneland

Swansea, a five year old mare in foal to Buckpasser, sold for 290000 at Keeneland fall breeding stock sale opening. Estate of Charles F. Kleser of Florida offered 29 head for 5109200 in Keeneland’s opening day, while Bravis Sima fetched 165000 for Wheatley Stables. Upd Moss of Memphis bought Swansea for 290000. purchaser Lynwood Farm Paris Kentucky bought Bravis Sima.

Lexington UPI Morrie A. Moss Memphis Tenn Meniday Keeneland Swansea Buckpasser Charles F. Kleser Fort Laudardale Fla Bravissima Wheatley Stables New York Lynwood Farm Paris Kleser

High School Football Scores From Tonight

United Press International reports a set of high school football scores including Man 13 Greenbrier East 7 and Fairment West 43 Palmont East 0 and Tarrisville 42 Pennshorn 18.

United Press International WIGH Greenbrier East Sevg

West Virginia football lineup adds two new starters

Morgantown WV January glimpse reports Danny Smith from Welch will start at linebacker replacing Marvin Six in the U line for the Virginia game. Smith impressed after WVU’s 17-0 win over The Citadel, adding depth at defense while standing 210 pounds as a sophomore. Tight end Bop Zumbo returns after a concussion, and coach Carlen names end Amo Sehu and tackle George Henshaw as key contributors for the next to last game.

Morgantown West Virginia University’s Oform Villanova Danny Smith Welch Marvin Six New Gumberland Jin Carson Citadel Smith Welch Midh Bop Zumbo Mmckeesport Carlen Amo Sehu New Martingville George Henshaw

Sonny Liston Versus Roger Rischer Fight Tonight in Pittsburgh

Sonny Liston, 36, meets 28 year old Roger Rischer in a nationally televised heavyweight bout at the Civic Arena Pittsburgh. The match aims to headline the first major pro card here in years and benefits Ben Anolik who recently underwent a heart transplant. Liston weighs under 220 and Rischer around 200 with Liston a slight betting favorite.

Pittsburgh Ben Anolik Aston Rischer

Neary shines as Crusaders roll past UMASS in big game

Holy Cross captain Neary, a 205 pound senior, grabbed 32 passes for 424 yards this season and starred with two touchdown receptions in the rout of UMASS. He also set up a 33 yard field goal with a second TD, while team exploits and pass pattern work boosted Holy Cross to a 47 20 win. Neary, a political science major, contemplates pro football if undrafted, and lives in Joliet with limited non football activities.

Milton Rickman Worchstei Mass UPL Stefoiers Lolyl Phil Mell Crass O'Neil Pitelwd Will Bob Buisture Lwok Neary Jols O'Nell New York Area Jonkers Michael HC Crew Rutgers Crusaders New Brunswick Bypleal UMASS Nefry Law Schovi Snand

Liston and Chuvalo Face Obscure Opponents Tonight

Former heavyweight champion Sonny Liston and George Chuvalo meet lesser foes in Toronto and London bouts headlining a charity card for promoter Ben Anouk. Liston targets Roger Rischer in a 10-round bout. Chuvalo faces Dante Cane in a 10-rounder while other fighters like Spencer and Billy Walker are also in action before about 10,000.

United Press Sonny Liston George Chuvalo Liston Big Toronto Spencer San Francisco Billy Walker Britain Vendon Riseher Herkeley Calif Ben Anouk

Rankin Wins Civitan Open in Sudden Death

Rankin captured the Civitan Women's Open Golf Tournament on a sudden death playoff against Spizich after both finished regulation with a 2 3 three-day total. Rankin earned 1875 dollars for a 73 65 69 final, while Spizich took 1475 with 174 69 70. Kathy Whitworth set a course record 68 in the final round, finishing seventh with 28 1 4 after earlier 768.

Lonpus Canisti Tex Civitan Indy Rankin Sandra Spizich Miss Rankin Miss Spizich Miss Stankin Miss Spuzich

World Cup Qualifier Pushes US Toward Caribbean Goal

The U S international soccer team faces a stepping stone in World Cup preliminaries as they prepare to meet the winner of a round robin among Trinidad Guatemala and Haiti for a spot in the Caribbean North Central American stage. Harold Nicholson and Bobby Wathen are noted figures in the report from New York and Buffalo respectively.

Hamilton Bermuda U.S Anoth Oyatage Trinidad Guatemala Haig

Grooms Crowned Grid Scoring Champion In West Virginia Derby

Panald Grooms of Cedar Grove edged rivals for the top high school football scoring title amid a crowded list of point scorers. The season featured standout performances by Monongalia and neighboring county players, with 131 points by a 1924 record cited as a historic comparison. Other top scorers included David Moris, Towle Garcatt, Kerry Marbury, and Leb patots, highlighting a statewide field of prolific scorers across classes AA and A.

D. Charleston West Virginia Panald Codiaw Grove Giameston Cathal Inez Grooms Montah Albert Glenn Elkins Cedar Grove Bete Grooms

Sir Ivor Wins $150,000 Washington International

Sir Ivor, trained in Trevand, raced to a decisive victory in the Washington International at Laurel, earning $100,000 for owner Hoyland Guest. Jockey Lester Piggott rode the English star as Sir Ivor overtook Fort Marcy and Carmarthen late on the stretch to capture the 1 1/2 mile race on a soft turf.

WAY Laurel UET Tyov Trevand Kentucky Ieith WashInetan D.C. International Ab Gaur Trelanl Laster Piggott England Bert Marey Cate Alexander Sly Tyne Sly Gaylord Piggott Ivor Caar Alexander Carmarthen France Figgott Sir [Vse Cam Alexander Fort Marcy Carmarthen Hune Sir Lyor Kelso Hoyland Guest Ireland Skr Yoras

Lions Prepare For Maryland at Maryland Universy Park

Penn State coach Joe Paterno warns against underestimating Maryland as the Nittany Lions tune up for the game. Maryland has won two of eight, showing limited offense, while Pittman and Campbell receive praise for their Miami performance. Ankle and knee injuries affect lineup decisions ahead of the matchup.

Universy Park UPI Joe Paterno Penn State Maryland Terps Paterno Charlie Pittman Bob Campbell Miami Pittman Camtorbell Boston College Jim Kreel Mian Campbell Nittany Lions Tom Cherry Avary Sand

West Virginia sets 308 racing days for North Panhandle tracks

The West Virginia Racing Commission schedules 308 days of horse racing at North Panhandle venues and 250 days for Eastern Panhandle tracks. January meetings plan races at Waterford Park Chester and a February start. dates extend April through December with mid year shifts and the Wheeling Downs calendar outlined. Jockey Terry Hanratty of Notre Dame is reported to have undergone surgery and expected to miss action next season.

Charleston Uan West Virginia Tracing Commission Nanratty South Bend UPIS Terry Wanratty Notre Dame Hanratty St Joseph Hospital Las Monratty Tytler

Robb out for season with knee injury in Detroit

Detroit officials confirm safety Joe Robb will miss the rest of the NFL season after knee ligament surgery. Denis Moore to start at defensive tackle as Robb is replaced. The injury occurred Sunday in Detroit's game with Baltimore. Ismael Iguana to face Tramon Sance in a 10 round lightweight bout at Madison Square Garden. Grant battles dengue fever delaying his appearance while former welterweight champion Lutside will fight Joe Shaw on the same card.

Robe Detroit Joe Robb Cason Robb Higament Denis Moore Roth Baltimore New York UPI Ismael Iguana Tramon Sance Venezuela Burny Istant Madison Square Garden Grant Fares Luts Tod Joe Shaw

Oaks Defeat New Orleans In ABA Tilt

The Oakland Oaks beat New Orleans 127 116 in overtime to extend their Western Division lead. Jim Eakins poured in 32 points and Lickairy added 31 as Oaks forced overtime after a tied regulation. Steve James led New Orleans with 34 in a hard fought ABA contest.

United Press Oakland Oaks Haklanis New Orleans Sucenivers Nmph Oaks New Oeleans Jim Eakins Lick ‘Airy Lowever Steve James Bues

Canvasback Scarce New Limit Told

In Washington UPI reports canvasbacks are scarce due to drought, with strict limits and calls for potential tighter rules next season. Bureau of Sport Fisheries and Wildlife director Gadsehalk says hunters may shift to waterfowl to protect the species, while current limits impose two per day and in possession in most flyways. A federal study of migration will evaluate protection strategies.

Washington UPI Gadlsehalk Dircetor Bureau of Sport Fisheries and Wildlife

Hull Leads In NHL Statistics

New York reports Hull tied a modern era scoring record with six goals and nine points in a game, lifting him toward second place in the league scoring race. Berenson and Nev in share scoring pace with 20 goals each, while Nevin leads the league in goals with 19 after the Flyers rout.

New York Joe Nin Berenson Hot Nevin Monreal Jean Teliveat Jarroit Gradie Nowe Leqdes Bobby Chicago Flyers Syl Howe Detroit Joe Malone Québec Bulldogs Nevin Jin Pappin Shicaog Bronk Mahaviteh Letroit Yoo Cournayer Montreal Fircty Brealt Jn Witty Nontrea Yachon Jacques Fla St. Lowry Glacomin New Vo

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