Confidence Reason For Colts Success
Baltimore is riding a perfect start in the NFL on confidence as the Colts dominated late in games. After beating Detroit for the second time this season and fourth overall, Jim Mutscheller credited the huddle mindset that kept them from fearing a late collapse. Art Spinney added that they never thought of losing as they sealed the win with decisive fourth quarter scoring.
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Slab Fork Little League elects Veneri. plans fund drive
Sophia report notes Albert Veneri re-elected president of Slab Fork Little League at Odd Fellows Hall. Arthur Porter, Madison Lowry, and Dorothy Pegram named officers. D. B. Winfrey, Joe Carnihan, and Mrs. Ross Hutchens on the Board of Governors. Financing 1959 uniforms discussed via bake sales and a theater show with Gospel Singers. League may stay a four-team circuit without Coal City Rhodell Amigo reps. Veneri expects more sponsors and outlines urgent fundraising needs. A joint meeting with Salt Fork Babe Ruth is planned for Nov 3 to boost treasuries. Veneri stresses securing strong backing this crucial year. Inao hurls 4th win in 5 days as Nishitetsu Lions beat Yomiuri Giants 6-1 to take seventh game and third straight Japan series title.
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Ansted Highlanders Schedule Summersville Oct 29
Ansted High School coach Joe Marra announced the Ansted Highlanders will play Summersville on October 29 in place of Walton. Walton dropped football due to a lack of players.
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NBA Exhibitions By The Associated Press
Philadelphia beat Syracuse 120 to 110 and Detroit defeated Minneapolis 103 to 110 in two exhibition games reported by The Associated Press.
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Canadiens Dominate NHL Scoring Lead With Three Top Players
Montreal's Canadiens seize first in the league as Henri Richard and Eddie Litzenberger share the scoring lead with eight points. Bernie Geoffrion and Maurice Richard follow with seven and six points respectively, while Jerry Toppazzini tops the goal count with six. Glenn Hall posts a 2.17 goals against average over six games.
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Spahn Credits Casey With Yankee Victory
Brave pitcher Warren Spahn credited Casey Stengel with the Yankees World Series win and praised Stengel's management and relief-pitcher use. He spoke in Oklahoma City to charity volunteers, calling Stengel's game plan the greatest he had seen. Ivy League teams hold a 2-2 Rose Bowl record, with past scores cited.
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Ole Miss LSU Top Candidates In Bowl Fever
Ole Miss and LSU sit as the SEC’s top bowl contenders midseason as their 1958 records point to a Sugar Bowl debate. A Nov 1 clash in Baton Rouge could clinch the conference title and influence postseason invites, with LSU’s state tie and Billy Cannon’s star power factoring in.
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Buckeyes 2nd LSU Jumps To 3rd From 9th
Unbeaten Army retained the No 1 spot in the AP college football poll with 90 first place votes and 1,446 points. Ohio State moved from third to second, LSU rose to third, Texas and Auburn also moved, while Wisconsin Michigan State Navy and other teams dropped or rose in the rankings based on weekend outcomes.
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Matthews Faces Zulueta in High-Rive bout Tonight
Len Matthews, a 19 year old Philadelphia knockout artist, challenged Orlando Zulueta in a 10 round bout. Zulueta, Cuban veteran with 109 fights, carried a 2-1 odds favoring the unbeaten youngster. Matthews aimed for early knockout as his manager Anthony Graziano pledged pressure from the start.
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Wilson Slaps Back At Detroit Critics
DETROIT AP George Wilson criticized fans and press for pessimism as the Detroit Lions stumble early in the NFL season. He blamed injuries to Steve Junker Jerry Reichow and John Henry Johnsons absence for the rough start and defended a high turnover of players as teams often do. Wilson urged supporters to back the club and front office while noting rival teams also overhaul rosters.
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Packers Coach Sees Poor Showing Against Redskins
Green Bay and Washington clashed as the Redskins rolled to a 37-21 victory. Coach Scooter McLean cited 292 rushing yards by Washington and questioned his club’s effort, signaling changes for the upcoming home game with the Philadelphia Eagles. Don McIhenny bore the brunt of the mistakes, fumbling on a goal line drive and after Green Bay regained possession.
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Officials Pro Factor In Pro Football Outcomes
Washington coach Joe Kuharich says officiating, penalties and fumbles decide games, noting NFL clubs are tightly matched but penalties can swing results. He cites his Redskins as among least penalized teams and warns refs can alter long gains with calls.
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Midget League Set For Twin Showdowns At Woodrow Wilson
The Midget Football League’s seventh week features two key games at Woodrow Wilson High School Stadium in Bowling Addition. Bowling Addiction hosts winless North Beckley in opener while West Beckley faces South Beckley in the nightcap as standings tighten with North Beckley eyeing first victory and West Beckley aiming to climb past South Beckley. East Beckley leads the standings with Bowling Addiction and West Beckley close behind.
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Hilltop Trot At Yonkers Attracts 10 Entrants
Hickory Pride and Circo, driven by Billy Haughton, head a field of 10 in Yonkers richest 2 year old trotting classic, the $98,837 Hilltop Trot. The Haughton pair open at 2-1 with Diller Hanover and Solid Choice and Brogue Hanover also among early choices.
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Short Washington kickoff limits early yardage
A very short kickoff by Washington followed by a limited run game as the halfback managed only four yards on four rushing attempts.
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