Douglas Bulldogs avenge opening loss by defeating Manassas 41 33
Douglas High rebounded from a 45 38 defeat to Manassas earlier in the week, beating them 41 33 on home court. John Carter and Beverley Gaskins each scored 18 points to lead the Bulldogs, with strong defense in the second half and a decisive third quarter.
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Winchester Gift Shoppe Offers Convenient Selection
Local retailer advertises a broad gift assortment in Winchester promising convenience, economy, and satisfaction for shoppers.
Handley Opens 1955 56 Basketball Season At Home
Handley hosts Shepherdstown tonight at 7:30 to kick off the 1955 56 season with Eddie Grim Robbie Robinson Jack Reid Frank Armstrong and Gary Anderson in the starting lineup. The Judges are favored to win but may show early faults as they prep for Montevideo Tuesday and a January 6 district opener with Luray. Broadway and Montevideo loom on a five game road stretch before a January 20 Winchester clash with Broadway.
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Clarke County
Lopat Named Manager of Richmond Virginians
Lefty Ed Lopat, ex Yankees pitcher with 12 major league seasons, was named manager of the Richmond Virginians in the Class AAA International League. The appointment was announced by Herman Krattenmaker, new Virginians general manager, who noted Lopat will also pitch for a team finishing last in the league. Lopat won 109 games in seven full seasons with the Yankees and had a 4 1 record in five World Series appearances.
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Buganda Province Stands as Uganda’s Largest and Most Independent
Buganda remains the largest, wealthiest, and most autonomous of Uganda’s four provinces, noted for its historic prominence and distinct governance within the country.
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Custer's Last Stand and Early Nickel Uses
The event at the Little Bighorn occurred on June 25, 1876 marking General George Custer's final stand. Nickel has long served in plating and coinage among nickel’s oldest uses.
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