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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1962

Page

7

Burnt Factory Dominates Cedar Creek In Church League Action

Burnt Factory seized and extended its lead by running to a 15 to 0 win over Well in the fourth inning as the Church League game was halted. Cedar Creek edged EUB 4 to 3, with Carroll Shiley allowing eight hits in a sharp two after Cedar Creek scored early then held on for the victory.

Cedar Creek Downs Burnt Factory Bromley Jack Duvall Dick Duvall Perry Duvall Omps George Estep Meltle Aikens Howard Adkins Cedar Creek Bill Ae Ant Heeck EUB Dickie Keeler Rusty McDonald Bill Bailey McDonald Bailey Bud Ash Ronnie Keeler Ronnie Richard Dick Frank Locke Danny Russell Locke Dennis Sirbaugh Locke Jimmy Dix Carroll Shiley

Littler Favored To Claim National Open At Oakmont

At Oakmont Country Club the field gathers for the 62nd U S Open with Gene Littler riding momentum from a $25 000 first prize win in New Jersey. Arnold Palmer recovers from a hand cut and hopes for a return to form as Gary Player and Jackie Burke back Littler’s bid. Palmer’s finger required six stitches but he declares no serious injury and plans to play.

Gene Littler Arnold Palmer Gary Middlecoff Oakmont Country Club Littler New Jersey Gary Player Jackie Burke Ben Hogan Palmer Memphis Latrobe

Field Set For Richmond Hoop Tourney

Richmond invited Columbia Lehigh and William and Mary to the ninth annual Richmond Invitational at The Arena on December 28 29. Lehigh makes its first appearance Columbia returns after 1958 and William and Mary comes back after a one year absence. Opening games match hosts Richmond and William and Mary against the visitors at 730 and 915 p m with the title game set for 915 p m December 29 following a consolation quiz between first round losers. Lehigh has the youngest squad while Columbia expects one letterman to return Richmond has won the title once in two years Georgetown won last year.

Richmond Columbia Lehigh William and Mary University of Richmond W&m Georgetown

M and M Boys Hounded By Homer Jinx

New York AP reports Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle face a homer drought. Maris has 10 homers in 52 games this year versus 18 last season, while Mantle, sidelined by a leg injury, has seven homers in the same span.

New York Roger Maris Mickey Mantle Babe Ruth Maris Yankee Mantle

White Sox Sign State Mound Star

The Chicago White Sox signed 19 year old catcher John Davis from Great Bridge High School Norfolk to a pro contract with a small bonus. He will report to the farm club in Harlan Kentucky in the Class D Appalachian League next Tuesday. Davis is a right handed hitter who weighs 198 pounds and starred in three sports in high school. He has played in independent leagues and only played high school baseball as a sophomore.

Norfolk Chicago White Sox John Davis Davis Great Bridge Norfolk County White Sox Harlan

Virginia divorce action seeks bed and board and custody

In Frederick County circuit court a suit by Shirley G. Shiner seeks a divorce from bed and board from Lawrence Ray Shiner on desertion with intent to merge into divorce from the bond of matrimony and to obtain custody and support of the children. An affidavit shows diligence to locate the defendant and he must appear within ten days after publication to protect his interests.

N. Whitacre Massie

Ford withdraws from auto racing pact amid industry debate

Ford Motor withdraws from the Automobile Manufacturers Association speed racing ban. Henry Ford II says racing is a major spectator sport and prefers winning. Pontiac maintains race victories, while Chrysler GM and American Motors react to Ford’s decision.

Oxec Ford Motor Ford Henry Ford II Pontiac Monza Chrysler General Motors American Motors Automobile Manufacturers Association

Waynesboro Attorney Heads Gibbons Campaign

William Conrad Gibbons, a candidate for the Democratic congressional nomination in the 7th District, announced his campaign will be managed by Fletcher B. Watson, Waynesboro attorney. The armadillo has dim sight and poor hearing.

Harrisonburg William Conrad Gibbons Fletcher B. Watson Waynesboro

Three N J Troopers Die In Bus Crash On Turnpike

On the New Jersey Turnpike a Royal Blue Coach bus rammed a patrol car and crushed three state troopers to death. Driver Raymond E Peters Jr of Easton Pa said brakes failed. Injuries reported to five others include bus passengers and a dump truck driver.

Freer NJ New Jersey Raymond E. Peters Jr Easton Police Inv Royal Blue Coach Inc Peters Pe Allip Dif Hapabornd

Dear Abby Advice Columns on Insurance and Marriage

A reader asks how to handle a husband who refuses life and other insurance while supporting four children. Abby urges consulting a reputable agent and stressing family protection. Also included are letters about a marriage with a laidback wife, guest coat handling, and a note to Ethel about diamond polish.

Abby Kiddo

Virginias 150 Localities Hold Municipal Elections Today

Voters across about 150 Virginia localities cast ballots for municipal officers. In Richmond 25 candidates compete for nine City Council seats amid strong GOP interest in six locales including Newport News, Lynchburg, Portsmouth, Roanoke, Radford and Winchester.

Associated Press Virginia Richmond Newport News Lynchburg Portsmouth Roanoke Radford Winchester C. M. Cornell House of Delegates Charlotte Giesen Radio

Ford Unveils Shillelagh Guided Missile

Ford Motor Co through its Aeronutronic division announced development of a new antiarmor anti fortification guided missile named Shillelagh. A released photo shows the weapon fired from a tank and Ford says it offers high first round hard target kill capability though details are classified.

Detroit Ford Motor Co Aeronutronic Ford

Ten Receive BME Degrees at Shenandoah Conservatory

A total of 10 persons received Bachelor of Music Education degrees from the Shenandoah Conservatory of Music Sunday. Two received Bachelor of Music degrees.

Shenandoah Conservatory of Music

Curry Powder Added Biscuit to Pair with Fried Chicken

A standard two cup flour biscuit recipe includes a teaspoon of curry powder sifted with the dry ingredients. The biscuits are suggested to accompany chicken fried, roasted, or broiled.

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