Promoter Bud Messner Shines At Hagerstown Speedway 1957
In 1957 Bud Messner earned praise as top area promoter for the Hagerstown Speedway. His Four States Racing Association drew crowds near 5,000 per event at the Remte 40 track and his note of thanks to drivers and owners highlighted cooperation, plans for 1958 rules, and optimism for another big year. Also featured is Willie Harmatz’s move east after a California strike, his standout Hawthorne and Santa Anita rides, and his gymnast background shaping his racing career.
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Hagerstown
Bud
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California
Willie Harmatz
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Wilkes-Barre
Harmatz
Willie Molter
Hawthorne
Chicago
Garden State
New Jersey
Roundtable
Willie Shoemaker
Gallant Man
Belmont Park
Swoon
Midwest
Spinney
Air Force
Colts Set For All-important Game Sunday
In San Francisco on December 7, 1949, rivals Baltimore and San Francisco edge toward pivotal NFL clashes. The Colts can clinch at least a tie for the Western Conference crown with a win, while Detroit and San Francisco could force a three way tie with other results. The Browns face possible absence of Tommy O’Connell as Cleveland clashes with Detroit. Giants aim to stay alive against Pittsburgh. Bears meet Cards, Packers visit Rams, Redskins host Eagles.
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Frankie Albed
San Francisco 49Ers
Weeb Ewbayk
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Colts
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48Ers
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Cleveland Browns
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Tommy O'Connell
Frisco
New York Giants
Pittsburgh ‘Steelers
Giants
New York
Chicago Bears
Chicago Cards
Green Bay Packers
Los Angeles Ramis
Washington Redskins
Philadelphia Eagles
National League TV Showcases Colts at 49ers Tomorrow
Baltimore Colts and San Francisco 49ers duel in a key National League game televised regionally. Channel 2 carries the 4 30 pm broadcast with Crockett and Chico viewing options while San Francisco area redouts occur. Unitas leads Baltimore with Ameche Moore and Dugre, Tittle Wilkinson backs, and notable players Morze Preas Perry.
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49Ers
East
Frank Morze
George Preas
Y. A. Tittle
R. C. Owens
Gene Babb
Joe Perry
Perry
Hugh McElhenny
Clyde Conner
Baltimore
Ston
Joop
Johnny Unitas
L.G. Dugre
Lenny Moore
Alan Ameche
Boonsboro Edged by Middletown in Opener
Middletown defeated Boonsboro 51 47 as Boonsboro blew chances at the line missing 19 free throws. Ray Rosenberry led Boonsboro with 17 rebounds while Ray Lee Eigenbrode scored 17 after halftime for Boonsboro. McGaha and Keller each had 14 for Middletown, who built a 42 23 cushion by halftime.
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Middletown
Stong
Frank Keyser
Ray Lee Eigenbrode
Boonsborn
McGaha
Keller
Boonshoro
Ray Rosenberry
Bobby Layne Acquitted of Drunk Driving Charges
Detroit 4 A jury of one woman and one man acquitted Detroit Lions quarterback Bobby Layne of drunken driving after a 24 minute deliberation. Layne, who claimed about six highballs, faced possible jail time and noted the verdict as worse than any football game. Police testified his car weaved and headlights were off. Layne’s counsel questioned officers on Texan speech patterns.
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Layne
Bobby
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Donald Osborne
Pratt
Joseph Lausell
Josephine Kopace
Fights Last Night Report From Cleveland Card
Boxing results from Cleveland and nearby events include Isaac Logart stopping Gaspar Ortega in a 145 pound bout while San Diego hosted Brad in a 170 pound match and a later contest featuring Athens based fighter Black with a 1644 weight note noted in summaries.
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Isaac Logart
Cuba
Gaspar Ortega
Mexico
San Diego
Calif
Cal Brad
Los Angeles
Pate Black
Athens
West Virginia Faces Furman In Morgantown Clash
West Virginia aims to grab an early conference edge as Furman visits Morgantown for a key grid of basketball. The Mountaineers seek momentum before a busy January with home games and a slate of rivals including George Washington and Richmond, aiming to extend a winning streak and solidify league standing.
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Virginia
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Shoie
VMI
William & Mary
Tennessee
Totate
Grimey
Wests
Wvu-Furman
Remeron Fm
Lem Tomlin
North Hagerstown High opens season with 48 44 win
North Hagerstown High varsity basketball opened the 1957-58 season with a 48-44 victory over Williamsport High. Greencastle High topped the host team 58-23 as the Reb juniors swept Williamsport, while Mercersburg awaits in a key soccer clash as the Washington County league race tightens.
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Potomac Avenue
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Rebels
Pennsylvania
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Wilfront
Tramsport
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Ted
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Greencastle Weve
Sekine
Ronnie Hawkins
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PPI
Grrencing
Maaux Hee
Guena Dever
Molinee
Garth Oy
Og Walter
Ieee
Overholzer
United States Defeats Philippines 5-0 in Davis Cup Final
In Adelaide Australia the United States dominates the Philippines 5-0 in the first Davis Cup interzone final. Vic Seixas and Herbie Fiam form lead the team as they rebound from Australian tournament losses and set up a meeting with Belgium next week on a confident, high note.
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Herbie Fiam
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Philippines
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Belgium
Three Tilts Are Carded for Armory Showdown
The Hub City Basketball League enters its second week as South End and Lynmar meet in a pivotal game at the State Armory. South End, 54 50 winner over Old German, and Lynmar, 136 winner over West End Tavern, lead a trio of contests as Tortuga faces Old German and West End Tavern battles Old Export. Top performers include South End trio Howard Burke Lochibaum and Lynmar duo Monroe Crouse as action starts at 1:30.
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South End
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Bob Carey
Terry Mose
Jameong
Old Export
Bob
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