Eccles Takes County League Playoff Opener 6 to 1
Eccles Admirals, led by John Paul Blankenship five hit, nine strikeouts, beat Slab Fork 6-1 in Raleigh County Baseball League playoff opener. Slab Fork’s pitcher Dick Zeigler wild and errant as eight walks and four errors aid Eccles. Kept advantage with two runs in first inning and added insurance in third before series resumes next Sunday at Slab Fork.
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Browns and Bears Lead Pro Grid In Early Season
New York reports the Cleveland Browns and Chicago Bears as early favorites in pro football. The Browns beat the Los Angeles Dons 42-7 to move to 4-0-1, leading San Francisco at 4-1-0. The Bears defeated the Chicago Cardinals 17-7 to share the Western Division lead with Los Angeles Rams, who crushed Green Bay 48-7. Baltimore Colts won their first game by upsetting Buffalo 35-28.
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Dorothy Wins CR Title by Forfeit in Coal River League playoff
Dorothy claimed the Coal River Baseball League title by forfeit after Seth-Dorothy failed to field a team for Tibber game. Dorothy won the opener of the three game series but the second contest ended 15 to 9 with Dorothy rallying in a 1 run fourth. The box shows Williams and Salters among key contributors as Dorothys clinching effort ends the series.
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Major League Leaders Highlight Baseball Statistics
The Associated Press lists top performers in the American and National Leagues. Key figures include Williams of Boston leading runs and RBIs, Dillinger and Kinides notable for stolen bases, and Spahn and Spahn-like pitchers leading strikeouts.
Monday Morning Hangover and World Series Hopes
A column reflects on the Red Sox losing the pennant while the Dodgers win the league title. The author recalls past predictions about college games and notes Kentucky defeating Mississippi. Oscar Sellar and Red Underwood are mentioned, alongside Bear Bryant’s Kentucky staff. The piece ends with a bold, speculative pick that the New York Yankees will win the World Series, despite injuries and Sox setbacks.
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WVU Fans Rally After Victory Over Wash U and Lee
West Virginia University fans roared over a 28-20 win against Washington and Lee in Charleston as WVU capitalized on three W L fumbles to build early leads. Pitt visits Morgantown next, a first since 1937, with seniors led by Lou Cessoni and Jimmy Roe Robinson, aiming to break WVU’s hold in the 24 year stadium history. The Mountaineers showcased a single wing offense and strong lines, moving the ball via three WVU touchdown drives and tight defense in the second half.
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Gil Bocetli
WVU W and L Frosh Oak Hill Beckley Tickets On Sale
Tickets for two football games at Woodrow Wilson Stadium go on sale in Beckley and nearby towns. The oct 22 Washington and Lee versus West Virginia freshmen clash and the Oak Hill Beckley Friday night game are offered with reserved seats at the Sports Center Keatley Bros Beckley and Oak Hill High School. General admission is sold at Beckley Drug with additional outlets in Oak Hill Mt Hope Hinton.
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Helen-Beckley 9 Wins B.C Title
The Helen-Beckley entry won the Black Diamond Baseball League title by defeating the Mullens Braves 13 4 in game three of the playoffs. The winners collected 15 hits including Franks Fragile home run and Garrett Bragg double, while Mullens pitchers issued eight walks and the Braves made five errors. Fragile, Bragg, and Campbell led Hekley hitters as Green, Shorter, and Rackinan worked for Mullens.
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Lions Red Devils Top Southern Elevens In WV Grid Showdown
West Virginia high school football fans focus Friday night on a Charleston clash between the Capital City Mountain Lions and Oak Hill powerhouses as both chase state title hopes. Oak Hill defeated Fayetteville 25-0 to extend its win streak, while Charleston beat Bluefield 14-6 to stay in the Class A title chase. Other local games include Stonewall Jackson at South Charleston and Morgantown against Triadelphia, with Weirton and Huntington groups also in contention as Week 5 action unfolds statewide.
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Van Buren Eyes 45-Yard Night Against Lions in Detroit
Philadelphia Eagles halfback Steve Van Buren seeks 45 rushing yards to crack the NFL single season yardage record of 3,260 held by Green Bay star Clark Hinkie. The champion Eagles travel to Detroit to face the Lions on Monday night.
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Kell Ousts Williams To Claim American League Batting Crown
Kell edged Williams by a fraction of a point to win the unofficial AL batting title. Kell hit .3129 to Williams .3427, marking Kell as the first AL third baseman to capture baseballs top batting honor. Williams led in runs and home runs. Mitchell led in hits with 203, while Dillinger stole 20 bases.
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Hinton Semi-Pros Top Tide in 31-0 Victory
Hinton Wildcats defeated Quinwood Green Tide 31 to 0 as Bobby Crush scored on 54, 1, and eight yard runs. Lurher and Crush each had touchdowns for Hinton, with Scruggs adding points after. Referees listed as Bailen, Beasley, and Pupgh.
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Kingston Leads Fayette Playoff Thriller
Kingston wins opening Fayette County Baseball League playoff game over Summerlee 6 to 4 with a four run sixth inning rally. Kingston and Summerlee both produced four run bursts as momentum shifted. next game set for Sunday at Summerlee. Team rosters and in game events listed show Kingston scoring in bottom of sixth to seal the win.
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Indianapolis Indians win second straight World Series game
The Indianapolis Indians of the AA beat Montreal 5 1 to take a 2 0 lead in the best of seven Little World Series. Lint Main Turner Long Lee Lembo At iwell credited with key hits as Indianapolis also won 5 1 the previous night. Clinton Howard Democratic nominee for Beckley by Council seeks support ahead of the October election, asking voters for your backing and a seat on the council.
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