Americans Clinch Olympic Gold Medal Race Victory
The United States defeated the Soviet Union 73-59 in basketball and Joe Frazier outpointed Hans Huber to give the U S 36 golds overall, narrowly leading Russia in total medals on the eve of the final days of the Tokyo Games. Marshall Fans Eye Homecoming Win At Fairfield Stadium, Snyder seeks first Homecoming victory as MU hosts Louisville with key records in reach and several players sidelined or banged up.
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Atlanta Braves contract move to Atlanta alleged last year
Milwaukee sources say Braves representatives signed a contract to move to Atlanta more than a year ago. Officials questioned whether a prior Milwaukee County rental agreement could void the deal, yet Atlanta leaders trusted the owners. A Milwaukee Journal editor suggested talks began soon after the club changed hands on November 11, 1962.
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Doubleheader Basketball at Beckley Recreation Building
Saturday night features two games at Beckley Recreation Building. St Francis De Sales 5th and 6th grade face Hollywood 5th and 6th at 6 30 PM. The final game pits 7th and 8th graders from both schools at 7 30 PM.
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Liston Training For Rematch
Challenger Sonny Liston began final training for the rematch with Cassius Clay in a Cape Cod area resort. Clay Muhammad Ali arrives in Boston next Tuesday for three weeks of training for the Nov. 16 Boston Garden title fight in a city gym. The bout is boycotted by the WBA. Liston, arriving from Denver, will hold a sparring exhibition for newsmen Monday at White Cliffs Hotel Plymouth. He says his sparring partners are smarter and keep him on his toes.
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Volleyball Forfeit Wins Dominate Local Night
Volleyball action at the Recreational Building produced two forfeited victories as Independents and Beckley Pickups led the Veterans Hospital and the Jaycees to 15-0 wins after opposing teams failed to show. Raleigh Register beat the Orkins 15-7 and 15-1 in a two of three match. Jaycees debuted new light blue shirts with white back lettering funded by team members.
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Raleigh Register
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Times
Beckley Juniors Upset Hinton 41-19 At Van Meter Stadium
Beckley Junior High Eaglets defeated Hinton Jr High 41 to 19 at Van Meter Stadium. Star players Lickliter Mann Coleman Hughes and Luchini led the offense with multiple touchdowns and runs, while Lickliter added a kickoff return for a score.
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Mount Hope Junior Defeats Oak Hill to Complete Undefeated Season
Mt Hope Junior High closed its 1964 football campaign with a 19-0 win over Oak Hill, extending a six game winning streak to seal an undefeated season. Bill Mansfield scored two first quarter touchdowns on 55 and 70 yard runs, followed by Spencer Casey breaking through for a 12 yard score in the third.
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Fayetteville Junior High Routs Ansted 39-0 for 4-0 start
Fayetteville Junior High rolled to a 39-0 victory over Ansted, improving to 4-0. Adams scored on a 20 yard pass from Hambrick, Hambrick ran for a touchdown, and Tyler threw a 50 yard pass to Adams. Jones added two rushing touchdowns as Dillon connected on a 35 yard pass from Hambrick.
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Beckley and Mt Hope Face Big Regional Gridiron Games
Beckley Flying Eagles host Oak Hill Red Devils at Van Meter Stadium at 7 30 p m as both teams chase important Coalfield Conference wins. Beckley owns a 5 2 0 mark led by Robert Short Fred Lewis Bill Stone and Gary Allison while Oak Hill stands 4 2 0 under coach Nelson Bragg.
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High School Bowling Standings and Honors at Sky Lanes
Wednesday morning league results show Gutter Dusters leading with high team series 2593 and Naomi Williams topping the individual with high series 445 and high game 184. Other leagues include Flintstones 16 & 5 and Whiz Kids with strong scores, while top bowler of the night is Mae Taylor with 569.
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