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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1958
Page
8
Pitt quarterback Tonci Wehner expects a solid showing against Army as Pitt eyes a 5th straight win. Backup Ed Workman eyes a crack at Army after steady practice and a near miss in earlier games. Pitt aims to exploit Army’s weaknesses with targeted passes and strong line play, hoping to maintain momentum after a 4-1-1 record.
The Hucksters defeated the Hawks in a Troy pistol league event with a final score of 2391 to 216. Tony Manure led with 279, Gene Carson 2, Nikles 165, contributing strong scores for the Hucksters.
Army repeats at No. 1 after key upsets shake the AP poll. Ohio State and LSU hold spots but face heavy challenges while Wisconsin, Michigan State, Purdue and Navy shift. Tulane and Iowa gain, with Georgia Tech, Oklahoma and Auburn also affected by weekend results.
In the weekly football forecasting contest promoted by Major Amos Barnaby Hoople, 2% games are selected for the upcoming Saturday. Young readers are invited to predict scores for Syracuse vs Pittsburgh and mail ballots to Troy Necord, Troy, ROY, postmarked by 12 noon Saturday. The top forecaster wins two reserve tickets to the Syracuse Pittsburgh game on Nov 1, courtesy of Major Hoople.
LaSalle tops Catholic High and falls only to CBA in a tight Diocesan race as Vincentian and CBA push for an undefeated season. Troy, Mont Pleasant, and Albany-area teams compete in the Principals League while LaSalle eyes a possible conference crown.
A group of Pittsburgh students led by ex cadet Haut C Knouse stole Army mascot Poncho from West Point stables. Enlisted police recovered the broken down mule before college fans could see it at the Pitt versus West Point game. The youths, including Mike L Gerber Han fred Gabler Marvey F Wimmer Herbert L Dodwell and Brney D Caine, were released pending further action. Poncho had retired last year and now sits with other West Point mascot critters.
New York Giants consider Don Maynard of Texas Western to fill for the injured Frank Gifford against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Coach Jim Lee Howell may start Maynard at left halfback, praising his speed and ability after a standout drive in the Cardinals game.
Charlottesville Virginia AP reports Cavaliers quarterback Heece Whitley will miss the season due to ankle and knee injuries sustained against Virginia Tech. Whitley, once national total offense leader, sat out against Army and coach Dick Voris fears the knee damage may end his year. Doctors covered the prognosis with cautious notes as the team shifts to future plans.
Hoosic Valley defeated Mechanicville 23 to 42 as Marty Canavan took first place. Mechanicville's runners were followed by three Valley youths Bob Rose Bill Welch and Mil DePreest. Music Valley heads to Class D sectional meet in Schenectady in November.
Los Angeles Rams officials and coach Sid Gillman criticized officiating in the Los Angeles Bears game at Wrigley Field. AP reports that Rams plan discreet action to address what they call unfair calls, while George Halas allegedly guides referees. Rams GM Pete Rozelle noted strong ticket demand for the November 2 rematch.
Paris promoters announced yesterday a title bout at the Paris Sports Palace on November 17 between Hali mi AlphonseWorld bantamweight champion and Petr Keenan, British Empire champion, in a highly anticipated match.
The St Louis Hawks of the NBA plan to use a B-passenger aircraft for at least seven tenths of their road games, with longer eastern trips on regularly scheduled commercial flights. New traveling outfits feature gray slacks with blue blazers and gold buttons bearing the "St. Louis Hawks" insignia.
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