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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1968

Page

18

Don Barksdale Breaks Racial Barriers in 1948 Olympic Basketball

NEA story recalls Don Barksdale as the first Black player on a U S Olympic basketball team in 1948. He details segregation in London and Bartlesville pre Olympics, notes teammates and coaches who supported him, and reflects on the era’s prejudice, later becoming an NBA pioneer.

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Kramer Writes Book On 67 Pro Football Season

Pro football star Jerry Kramer discusses Instant Replay The Green Bay Diary of Jerry Kramer and his 11th pro season. The piece covers his book with Dick Schaap, his image and discipline, marriage, and views on fans and politics while noting key moments like the Packers’ 1967 NFL title run and his on field leadership.

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Freehan's Fielding Stands Out in Tigers World Series

Detroit catcher Bill Freehan anchors behind the plate refusing to budge as Lou Brock charges home in a pivotal moment. Brock insists he touched home, while umpire and replay disagree, highlighting Freehan's reputation and grit amid a tense World Series atmosphere.

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West Virginia hunting seasons open this weekend report

An outdoor report outlines statewide hunting season openings in West Virginia including squirrel, wild turkey, ruffed grouse, duck, geese and raccoon seasons. It notes snipes remain legal until Nov 9 and woodcock restarts by Dec 7, with deer and bear bow and arrow seasons and various limits listed. Local hunters share plans and prospects across counties and national forests, plus state regulation copies available at county clerks and license agents.

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Women Ready For Olympics Says Ferenczy Optimistic

UPI reports coach Sandor Ferenczy of the United States women's track team believes the squad can win all running events except the hurdles at the upcoming Olympic Games in Mexico City. He cites fast times by Jarvis Scott and rising talents Madeline Manning Doris Brown and Esther Stroy, with Tyus Ferrell and Bailes leading a strong 100 m pool and relay contingents.

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Panthers Will Change Style Against Syracuse

Pitt coach Dave Hart announces a shift from a rushing game to more passing against Syracuse after a 14-3 win over William and Mary. Quarterback Dave Havern, a sophomore, attempted 17 passes against William and Mary, completing seven for 109 yards, with inexperience cited as a factor.

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