Citadel and WVU set for clash amid conference buzz
West Virginia University prepares to host The Citadel as WVU fields four year players and veterans led by Freddy Wyant Bobby Moss Joe Marconi Sam Huff and Bruce Bosley while Citadel coach John Sauer battles to raise a once power slumbering program with freshmen stars Ed Dzanis Bob Schwarze and Bob Saunders fueling a rebuilding bid as Richmond and Furman loom in the Southern Conference schedule.
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Duck Stamp Sales Down Across The Nation
Federal duck stamp sales for the year ended June 30 totaled 2,181,566, continuing a downward trend from 1953-54. Director John L. Farley notes a drop of 89,864 from 2,271,430 the prior year, with 1952-53 a record 2,296,628. California led with 176,881 stamps. West Virginia was lowest among states at 2,480, and the District of Columbia reported 2,060 through past offices.
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Army Player Darrold Erickson Moves to Center
Darrold Erickson of Sioux Falls F. C. played end and tackle for Army last season. This fall he has moved to center.
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Green to Make Game Of It Against Miami
Marshall College coach Herb Rover says Miami is one of the toughest teams in the country but his 2 Big Green will make a game of it Saturday. He notes the team seeks atonement for last year's 46-0 loss at Oxford, Ohio.
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Trabert and Aussie Stars Poised to Turn Pro
Los Angeles reports indicate amateur tennis champion Tony Trabert is near signing to turn professional. Promoter Jack Kramer says contracts await final attorney review and expects not only Trabert but Australians Lew Hoad and Ken Rosewall to join, possibly in a record pro tennis raid. Hoad and Rosewall reportedly offered around $50,000 each.
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Cornell Defensive Stand Promises Short Yardage Stop
The Big Red face a tricky decision as Cornell leans on running while a passing threat falters. The quarter argues for a conservative plan, aiming to gain a first down in two straight runs and hold the offense to under ten yards.
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Army Coach Blaik Unbowed After Michigan Loss
NEW YORK Army coach Earl Blaik reflected on last Saturday's 26-2 defeat to Michigan. He blamed eight fumbles for 400 opponent yards, saying the team moved well despite being bottled up and that players are anxious to avoid turnovers. He praised Michigan as a fine team.
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Wilkinson downplays 22 game win streak for Sooners
Oklahoma coach Bud Wilkinson says a 22 game winning streak means nothing as his Sooners prepare for No. 23 against Kansas. He adds statistics do not matter in football and reflects that it would be better if the season were not ending.
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MSU First Strings Skipping Scrimmages Ahead of Notre Dame Game
Michigan State officials announce the first stringers have not scrimmaged since the season opener. Coach Duffy Daughter says the team is too thin to risk injuries in practice with a big NCAA Tele vision Game of the Week matchup versus Notre Dame.
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Knox Injury May Not Slow Bruins At Stanford
UCLA team physician says Ronnie Knox with a banged shoulder should play against Stanford Saturday while Sam Brown has won the No 1 tailback spot.
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Old at 40 50 60 Get peppy with Ostrex Tonic
An old style advertisement touts Ostrex Tonic Tablets as a cure for rundown feeling blamed on low iron. It targets men and women claiming age-related fatigue can be reversed for a younger feeling pep. The small 50 cent “Get acquainted” size is offered at druggists.
Martinez and Manager Patch Up Differences
Welterweight Vince Martinez and manager Bill Daly bury a family feud that prompted a managers guild inquiry. Under a new five year private contract Daly receives 23 1 3 percent and Anthony Martinez 10 percent, while Daly pursues a Basilio title bid with a 75 000 dollar guarantee for a Basilio Martinez bout in Los Angeles next summer. Daly, suspended for failing to testify, says he will appear when asked.
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Pep Nears 200th Pro Win With Titone Decision
Willie Pep of Hartford moved within one win of his 200th pro victory after a 10 round unanimous decision over Charlie Titone of Brooklyn at Maple Arena in Brockton Massachusetts. Pep weighed 129.5 pounds Titone 128.5 pounds. Pep's pro record stood at seven losses and one draw.
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Mantle Wins A L Crown Great Finish Brings Mays Slugging Title
Willie Mays wins the National League slugging crown with a .659 mark after a late surge finishing 580 at bats, 51 homers, 382 total bases. Mickey Mantle tops the American League with a .611 slugging percentage and 316 total bases in 517 at bats, while Duke Snider and Ed Mathews also rank high in the season’s power.
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Boston
Team high scores for CYLG ee CYLG ee
The team achieved a high three game score of 416 for Shumate Callaway and 117 in individual figures. Callaway led the team with a three game total of 561. J Dale posted the high individual single game score of 215.
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