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Newspaper

Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1956

Page

8

Handley Tops Strasburg In Tight District Showdown

Handley defeated Strasburg 46 to 36 on the road to stay among undefeated Group II state contenders. Gary Anderson and Jack Reid led the Judges with key late runs and five field goals apiece, while Eddie Grim added strong scoring as Handley pulled away in the final minutes. Miller led Strasburg with 11 points and strong rebounding before foul trouble slowed the Rams.

Handley Strasburg Rams Frank Armstrong Anderson Reid Gary Anderson Jack Reid Eddie Grim Dick Bly Lad Miller Larry Miller Bly Martinsburg High Bulldogs Hagerstown Broadway Gobblers Handley G FT Anderson Ene Reidee Grim Jackson Se Eeee Robinson Eee Hollis Wae Strasburg Rr Wymer Sehen Seeeee Hill Seeee Bergey Seer Stickles Ee Ruffner Bagwell Wright Beeler

Peterson's Ointment gains nationwide fame for piles relief

A Buffalo druggist in 1880s created a cooling soothing ointment for itching piles. Its quick relief and strong reputation spread across the land making Peterson's Ointment a favorite in thousands of homes. Available as a 50 cent box or 75 cent applicator tube with a money back offer.

Buffalo Peterson

Big Six leaders Bump as W M and Richmond share top spot

William and Mary Indians and Richmond Spiders hold a joint 3-1 Big Six record after W M beat VMI 81 72. Virginia 2 1 trails. Little Eight leaders Bridgewater and Hampden Sydney 4-1, Roanoke 3-1. Other results include Norfolk Division W M over RPI 76 66 Lynchburg 85 73 and Emory and Henry 70 83 Milligan.

Richmond Virginia William and Mary’s Indians Spiders Cavaliers W&m Virginia Military Institute Bridgewater Hampden-Sydney Roanoke Maroons Randolph Macon Yellow Jackets Ashland Norfolk William and Mary Richmond Professional Institute Lynchbure Hornets Newport News Apprentice School Emory and Henry Milligan

Mantle Sends Contract Back From Lenox Hill Hospital

New York Yankee star Mickey Mantle, awaiting tonsil surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital, revealed he had returned the unsigned contract to the Yankees. He said his leg trouble from the World Series is improving and GM George Weiss offered about $25,000, Mantle hoping for closer to 30,000.

New York Mickey Mantle Lenox Hill Hospital New York Yankees George Weiss Mantle Mickey

Handley over Strasburg in tight period scoring

Handley led by periods with 7 13 20 8 and 7 13 20 8 in a high scoring game against Strasburg. Officials were Young and McFall with Litten as scorer. Handley JV posted 39 to Strasburg 27.

Handley Strasburg Young and McFall Litten Handley

Buncutter Tire Co Wins First Half in A League Bowling

Buncutter Tire Co clinches the first half title with a 41 10 record after sweeping three wins over Brakeshoe Cafeteria in a Monday night matchup. Carr Publishing Co and Baker's Tavern also posted key wins as team and individual scores highlighted the evening.

Buncutter Tire Brakeshoe Cafeteria Carr Publishing Co Buncutter Tire Co Buncuttermen Carr Brakeshoe Buncutter Sonny Cooper Jack Jones Harold Pugh Howard James Mickey McDonald Marsden Licklider Boyce Allen Carter Charles Ebert Richard Sheetz Baker's Tavern O'Sullivan Plant Lions Club Home Beneficial Life Ins Dr. James’ Health Club Sears National Fruit O'Sullivan Office Carter Ebert Minghini Catter Kiracore Jones Pugh DAV

Saddler Favored in Featherweight Title Bout With Elorde

The 10 year age gap does not deter fans from predicting Saddler’s defense of his featherweight title against Flash Elorde at the Cow Palace. Saddler, champion since 1950 with 142 victories, 100 knockouts in 159 fights, faces Elorde who is ranked ninth with 27 wins in 37 bouts. The 15 round match is on TV at 10 p.m. EST.

San Francisco Sandy Saddler Flash Elorde Cow Palace Elorda Manila Saddler Elorde

America’s Chances Of Repeating Four Golds In Oslo

In Oslo in 1952 the United States won four Olympic golds, surpassing expectations. In Cortina 1956 experts predict about two or three U.S. golds, with many Americans acknowledging four is unlikely.

America Cortina D’'Ampezzo Italy Oslo United States

Holy Cross and Top Teams Clash In Big Night Of Games

Holy Cross defeated Dartmouth 81-67 while Connecticut rolled past New Hampshire 93-56. Cincinnati beat Xavier 71-66 and Niagara routed Toronto 84-56 as key ACC and conference races tighten. Seattle upset 14th ranked Oklahoma City 89-84 in overtime. Idaho State led the RM Conference with a 63-54 win over Colorado State.

Associated Press Giants Daytort North Carolina State North Carolina Louisville Memphis State Dayton Bill Uh Villanova Holy Cross Dartmouth Indians Connecticut New Hampshire Ron Russell Miami Ohio Cincinnati Xavier Niagara Toronto Colgate Hobart Seattle Oklahoma City Little Cal Bauer Idaho State Colorado State

New Phone Numbers for Winchester and Gainesboro Advertisers

Advertisers in Winchester and Gainesboro switch to new phone numbers now in effect. Today's ads list the updated contact numbers for local businesses.

Winchester S & Gainesboro

Ike to Address Political Rally

President Eisenhower to address Salute to Eisenhower Republican rallies nationwide Friday evening. Hagerty said he may speak in person or from the White House with details undecided. It will be his first public political appearance since his September heart attack. A White House conference is planned for Thursday, his first in Washington since August.

Washington Hagerty

Red Tie Incident Ties Bank Chief’s Resignation to Mourning

An investigation heard that Antonio Carcamo ex-president of the Bank of Santa Fe Province admitted pressuring Venancio Vallariani, Belincue branch manager, because Vallariani wore a red necktie after Eva Peron’s death. Citizens wore black ties in mourning after July 26, 1952.

Buenos Aires Eva Peron Antonio Carcamo Bank of Santa Fe Venancio Valliriaii Belincue Bank Vallhain Eve Peron

Mont to Succeed Tatum as Maryland Coach

Cumberland’s Mont named to succeed Jim Tatum as football coach at the University of Maryland. Bill Cobey named athletic director. Montana Mont, 33, an assistant to Tatum since 1951, is a Cumberland native and 1946 Maryland graduate who played quarterback.

Cumberland Mont Tatum Maryland College Park Mdn Tommy Mont Jim Tatum University of Maryland Bill Cobey North Carolina Wilson H. Elkins Cobey

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