Woodrow Wilson Flying Eagles face crowd, stadium debate grows
Attendance at Beckley Princeton game could reach 15000 if Park Avenue seating improves. Through the first two games Woodrow Wilson’s Flying Eagles posted 9235 paid admissions and $7322 net profit after taxes. Expenses for 1955 involve upkeep, equipment, and travel as Beckley contemplates a new stadium while weather and attendance shape prospects for October 25 Beckley Bluefield clash.
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Texas Oklahoma Aggies clash rated No 1 in nation
Texas and Oklahoma A and M prepare to meet at Memorial Stadium in Austin as they both boast elite speed. Bob Fenimore, All American back for Oklahoma A and M, has recovered from a leg injury and is listed in Stillwater as ready for the big showdown with Longhorns.
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Johnny Gorsica Returns to Beckley after Tigers stint
Beckley born baseball figure Johnny Gorsica, long with the Detroit Tigers including a Navy year, said he would rest for the 1945 off season and forget baseball until spring. He plans to aid with the 1946 hunting season and then work at White Cross Pharmacy during winter, noting he has hung up his spikes for now and will skip exhibition games.
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Scrambled High School Football Schedule Across Beckley Region
The schedule lists multiple Friday league games including Beckley Irs. against GMS Co at Lewisburg and Princeton facing Beckles bn) Sophia at Mark Twain. Other matchups feature Marsh Fork versus Stace and Trap Hill at Shady Spring with Ansted at Fayetteville ny Rimwood at Gauley Bridge and Charleston Catholic at Kosfinery fn.
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Shady Spring
Ansted
Fayetteville
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Gauley Bridge
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Mount Hope
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Stonewall Jackson
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Ken Hunt
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Herbert Cain
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Chicago Rockets Vote To Keep Player Coach
The Chicago Rockets voted to retain player coach Wilkin along with Bob Deve and Ned Matheus as coaching staff for the rest of the season. They had taken over last week after Dick Hanley left the club.
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Dick Hanley
Caivazo Club
Harvard hopes Devaric to return vs Tufts Saturday
Cambridge Massachusetts Harvard back Emil Devaric, sidelined by a recent practice injury, may rejoin the lineup for the Tufts game Saturday. Devaric, a standout guard, was held out of yesterday’s varsity-freshman scrimmage as doctors evaluate his availability.
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Shady-Trap Hill Rivalry Headlines Top StateFriday Games
Tomorrow afternoon eleven area football games highlight region action led by the Shady-Trap Hill clash at Shedy and a key Marsh Fork vs Stoco match at Stoco field. Notable rivalries feature Shady against Trap Hill with coach Hubert Jackson, plus Murky records in the Coalfield Conference and multiple league showdowns.
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Beckley
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Opening World Series Game Set for Sunday
Cincinnati reports the opening World Series game scheduled for Sunday October 6 at the National League pennant winner's park after the St Louis and Brooklyn playoff delay. Commissioner A B Chandler announced the date with Walter Mullery noting a weather extension could shift the date if needed.
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Hoffer Captures PGA State Golf Title in Dramatic Finish
George Hoffer of Welded Wheel ding wins the state PGA championship by two and one over Arnold Browning of Huntington at Lewistown. Hoffer earns 175 dollars, Browning 125, with Hoffer totaling 143 to Browning 147 on the 140 par course after a tight 36 holes. Browning, 1945 state open champ, beat Clem Wiechman. Hoffer eliminated Ray Vaughan Jr. in earlier rounds.
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Byron Nelson Leads Field in Fort Worth Open Debut
Lord Byron Nelson makes his first touring appearance in six weeks as 90 players, including Ben Hogan and Sammy Snead, begin the $10,000 Fort Worth Open. Snead withdraws after surgery and a money request prompts committee exceptions for Hogan and Mare.
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Beckley Tops Bluefield Grid Ratings in A A A
The Avaciated Press reports Beckley remains first in Blue ticks Amateur Athletic Association ratings. Huntington East jumps to second after a big win over Parkersburg, while Wood County falls from third to ninth. Other teams listed include Huntington, Fantmont West, Weirton, Princeton, Bluefield, Beaver, Victory, Wheeling, Parkersburg and Charleston.
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Beaver
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NBC To Broadcast Army-Navy Game Deal Reached
NBC wins the sale to televise Navy-Notre Dame on November 2 in Baltimore and the Army-Navy classic on November 20 in Philadelphia. The arrangement names Navy-Notre Dame announcer and includes Army-Navy broadcast by NBC with plans for coaxial cable transmission from Philadelphia.
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Chris Spencer Favored In Lexington Trot
Chris Spencer, a leading trotter on the grand circuit, was a heavy favorite in the Walnut Hall Stake at Lexington, facing ten top rivals. The four year old gelding, coming off a strong time in a recent stakes event, was expected to win his second straight race on the program.
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Eaglets Meet Captains In Lewisburg Showdown
Eaglets travel to Lewisburg for a 2 PM game against Greenbrier Military School Captains as they chase a second win. Conte returns from injury as starter prospects hint at lineup with Gaylor Seagie Alford Mavie Kazyk Dialto Jackson Shumaker Sanna Daniels Leiber Lowe Conte.
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Buffalo swimmer reels in giant muskellunge in river encounter
Buffalo N Y reports Laca Widelski swimming the Niagara River confronted a 24 pound muskellunge. While the fish struggled with a carp, Widelski pulled the large muskie ashore barehanded, capturing the remarkable catch.
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Man Held For Having Blackjack In Quinnimont District
Walker held on two charges after being accused of carrying a blackjack without a permit and using it to injure Rufus Vandal. Bond set at 306 dollars each awaiting January grand jury action per transcript filed by W A Harrah.
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Beckley Princeton Tickets Go On Sale at Five Venues
Tickets for the Beckley Princeton game tomorrow night go on advance sale at Bailey's Jewelry Beckley Hotel Beckley Drug Central Junior High and Woodrow Wilson High School Principal G Peregoy announced today Admission is 40 cents for students and 75 cents for adults.
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Princeton Roundup Highlights Ivy Plans and Grid Anecdotes
Sports columnist Hugh Fullerton Jr notes criticism of college football subsidies and Ivy League limits, with Lee Gould's commentary on pro leagues drawing crowds. The piece also covers Dodgers’ playoff hype, Zale Graziano talk, a 76-0 Longhorns rout, Princeton track hopes, Biggie Munn’s campus speech, and individual college football moves and retirements.
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Spirit of Giving Rises in Flatbush Dodgers Show Care
In Brooklyn, Branch Rickey awarded cars to players who earned full shares of the world series prize. Players chipped in to buy a cabin cruiser presented to Rickey at Ebbets Field. Rickey announced a bonus from playoff receipts, about 17,000 dollars per game, to organizational staff and minor league personnel for notable service.
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Daily Double Playoff at Wheeling Downs
Daily double bettors at Wheeling Downs collected on two combinations after a dead heat in the second race. Buss and Ecurb split the winnings with $38 and $353.40 per bet. Ralph Kiner, rookie Pirates outfielder, hit a home run in every National League park this year.
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Associated Press
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Pittsburgh
Boston Yanks Hire Power and "Other Ways" for 1942 Season
Boston's grid squad aims to overwhelm foes with a ground power and aerial trickery approach. Coach Kopl plans a T formation with backs Dimancheff and Hawkins, and features Governali at center with Dancewicz and Maley providing passing and kicking support. Notables include Grigas, Famiglietti, Hawkins, Dimancheff, Canale, Dean, Buda, Badaczewski, O'Brien, Scollard, and more, as they pursue a strong, versatile attack.
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Red) Maley
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West Virginia Tech to Play Fairmont
The West Virginia Tech football squad of 40 men left for Fairmont to face Fairmont College on Friday. Coach Harrick praised the team’s spirit after a 21 0 victory over Marietta College and likely will start the same backfield with Raw Woceis at quarterback, Jesse Lacy and Mike White at halves, and Stanley Alberchinski at fullback.
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