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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1950
Page
9
Hagerstown High School prepares for its fourth football game at Municipal Stadium. The Hubs seek a 3-1 start by beating Frederick High’s undefeated Cadets, a test after a tougher early schedule against Chambersburg Westminster and Allegany.
Williamsport High School defeated Hancock High 1 to 0 on the road, breaking through in the second period when J Brers dribbled past two guards and scored. Hancock's defense and Williamsport’s lineup battled evenly as the host set up chances late in the game.
A nostalgic review recalls a year ago Jeff Heath release by the Boston Braves and a 1960 Seattle Open record by Byron Nelson. It also notes a NFL Redskins win over the Cardinals and a Giants win featuring Ken Strong’s scoring plays.
Reported boxing cards show several late night bouts with outpoints and knockouts across New York, Charleston, Portland, and Montreal. Notable results include hearns and opponents like Larry Liv Lane and Oscar Henry felled by knockouts. more details remain unclear due to OCR errors.
Hagerstown High School hosts undefeated Frederick High Cadets at Municipal Stadium at 8 pm. Frederick enters with three straight wins and a staunch defense allowing only 13 points all season, while Hagerstown seeks its third win after a 2-1 start.
Probable lineups show Frederick Cadets hampered by injuries as they field a weakened eleven to face the Hagerstown Hubs. Coach Brooks and Hammet use several first year players while Mel Henry’s squad nears full strength aside from Ernie Wolfe. Hagerstown holds a slight weight edge in the forward wall, with defenses drilled for the two formations and plans for air attack.
Charlie Miller of Houston Texas Alias shown above is among prime favorites for Sundays midwel races at the Jingerstown Speedwa. Miller is a popular driver with a long local record and is expected to repeat, racing under the Southeastern Racing Association with a field of top drivers.
George Fazio denied a report he planned to quit Woodmount ministry. He was in a three way playoff for the National Open title next June and said he has never considered quitting.
Entrants for the Sunday midget race program at Hagerstown Speedway expand as Southeastern Racing Association targets at least 26 cars. Notables include Shorty Bowers Tony Fling Dick Cronin and Buster Wil Haus. Proceeds benefit Disabled American Veterans. Little Leaguers meet with managers coaches and players this Saturday at 1:15 Welock for Alsatia Mummers Parade instructions.
Warren Giles president of the Cincinnati Reds argues the bonus rule should be abolished for one year then revised. He favors drastic changes citing youth movement and recent signings from Tulsa including Roy McMillan Jack Baumer Walter Post and Jim Blackburn as examples of aggressive roster building.
Promoter William P. Kyne offered $100,000 to world heavyweight champion Ezzard Charles I to defend his title against light heavyweight champion Joey Maxim. The telecram was sent to Charles' manager Jake Mintz in Titusville, Pennsylvania, on Washington's Birthday in San Francisco.
Joe DiMaggio, after a strong 1950 season, said he cannot be sure about returning to the New York Yankees in 1951. He cited health concerns and noted no current contract talks, while Yankees president Dan Topping agreed there is no need to negotiate now but would meet when DiMaggio is ready.
New York Yankees move atop the NFL Eastern Division after a 29 24 comeback win over the San Francisco 49ers. Buddy Young scored a 15 yard late TD as George Ratterman threw three TD passes and 280 yards. Frankie Albert had 254 yards and two TD passes for the 49ers.
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