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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1955
Page
10
Stanford's halfback intercepts a California pass at midfield and returns to the Bears' 14, while Stanford captain burns his last time-out with 27 seconds left in a scoreless first half. Cal uses a 6-2 defense, Stanford relies on a strong running game but weak passing. First down and 10 from the 14, 14 yards to go for a score.
Mike Higgins, freshman Boston manager, tops Casey Stengel 39 to 35 in AP voting for the American League Manager of the Year. The 46 year old Texan guided the Red Sox to 15 more wins than 1954, earning praise for patience and player confidence. Walter Alston won the NL award.
A six-man Richmond syndicate bought the International League Triple-A club Richmond 9 for 20,000 at an IRS auction to satisfy tax liens totaling 79,218.68. Former owner Harry C. Seibold did not attend. the buyers must clear about 48,000 other debts and gain International League approval.
Kansas City November 5. Joseph Bartell athletic director at West Liberty State College is reappointed 1985 56 District 28 chairman of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics according to Secretary A O Dyer. The NAIA covers about 450 colleges in 32 districts with district champions to be the basis for March 12 17 national tournament selections. Other chairmen named include Talmadge Hill Morgan State College Baltimore MD District 29 and Clifford J Aultman Geneva College Beaver Falls PA District 30.
A four play sequence weighs options for a quarterback in a game situation. The draw risks time loss and limited yardage. The screen pass offers little gain and no kickoff result. The deep pass provides the best chance for a score if it connects, with time for follow up throws.
The 1956 U S Women’s Open golf championship is slated for July 26 to 28 at Northland Country Club in Duluth Minnesota.
Providence RI Charles loses a close split decision to Toxie Hall in a heavyweight bout. Charles 34, Cincinnati slugger weighed 197 to 194% for Hall and vows to keep fighting. Co managers Tannas and Mintz expect a Dec 21 Patterson bout in San Francisco if Charles can rebound.
Virginia Tech quarterback Billy Cranwell, a 162 pounder from Richlands, Va, delivered a 34 26 comeback win over N C State last Saturday. He passed for two touchdowns, ran for one, and led Tech with 94 rushing yards on 16 carries while connecting for 90 more yards on five completions. Cranwell won the Southern Conference Player of the Week in a vote by SC Sportswriters. Richmond's Jack Wilson also drew strong support for his role in a 7 0 line shutout of George Washington.
Four ski slopes will operate in West Virginia this winter per the state Industrial and Publicity Commission. Locations include Cooper's Rock near Morgantown Ogiebay Park in Wheeling Cabin Mountain near Davis and Gregg Knob near Terra Alta. Gregg Knob adds two tows and a 1000 yard slope at 3300 feet. Owners John W. Garlow Wayne Bowen and Roy Williamson of Morgantown expect snow from November to April and a weekly weather report will be issued Fridays for slope conditions.
Durham N C Maryland State's Hawks remain undefeated in six straight CIAC games. They meet Shaw University in Princess Anne Maryland this Saturday for their final contest. North Carolina A&T sits second with four wins one loss and one tie while Virginia State trails with four wins three ties and no losses.
S C grid notes report that West Virginia after a 26-7 defeat to Pittsburgh held a tough practice with several key players injured. Art Lewis may keep players limited after the loss as he eyes Syracuse. Furman Davidson and other teams also prep for Saturday games with emphasis on passing and defense.
Bobby Courchesne 20, of Holyoke Massachusetts, won a majority decision over Miguel Berrios of Puerto Rico at St. Nicholas Arena. Two judges favored Courchesne while referee Pete Della scored it a draw. Berrios pressed late but Courchesne's earlier work and a sharp finish carried the bout. Both weighed 128 pounds.
Morgantown WVU football drills focus on Saturdays matchup with Syracuse while five players including quarterback Freddy Wyant and linemen Bosley Underdonk Lathey and Howley miss practice with injuries. Howley recovers from a sprained ankle. Mountaineers seek third meeting with Orangemen in Mountaineer Weekend with Dad's Day activities planned.
Coach Rut Walter of Northwestern acknowledged a mis submission of a 9.3 second 100 yards for Jim Golliday. Officials confirm the proper time is 9.2 seconds after review of timers and a mix up where an alternate was mis listed as regular. Ferris said the central AAU had no involvement and the issue is resolved.
Florida State University expects eight lettermen for the upcoming campaign as coaches plan for depth and experience. The roster mix balances veteran leadership with younger players aiming to contribute significantly this year.
Johnny Podres, the Brooklyn lefty who starred for the Dodgers in the World Series, faced two physical exams to determine his draft status. With a back injury and a history of being unfit, doctors will forward reports to the surgeon general for a final decision expected within about 10 days. Podres, nursing a displaced disc and unable to touch his toes, appeared unchanged after the tests.
Colorado group the Air Force Academy Foundation seeks a 3.5 million dollar stadium at Colorado Springs for the Falcons. Preliminary plans outline a 40,000 seat bowl funded by bonds and a nationwide contribution drive. Architect drawings were shown and Air Secretary Quarles supported building on academy grounds. Law, foundation chair, cites Quarles urging the project and cites an estimated cost of 3,239,000 dollars.
Boxing results show Toxie Hall defeating Ezzard Charles by decision in Chicago with 10 rounds, and Bobby Courchesne outpointing Miguel Berrios in Holyoke, Mass. over 10 rounds.
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