Rams Drop Start as Shepherd Battles Homecoming Clash
Shepherd College football coach Roger Parker watches a 1-2 start after a 18-7 loss to Gallaudet. The Rams only scoring drive came on a 12-yard pass from Bob Myers to Bobby Denton with a conversion by Roger Zirkle. Next, Shepherd hosts West Virginia Tech on Homecoming Day at Shepherdstown.
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Smithburg Leopards Fall to Unbeaten Shepherdstown
Smithburg Maryland coach Carroll Reid’s 1 1 team lost 25 13 to undefeated Shepherdstown Saturday. Smithburg scored on a one yard run by Ken Cook and a 22 yard pass from Walt Slater to Bob Starr. They travel to Musselman next. Musselman is 5 1.
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Big Cumberland Game Between North Hagerstown and Fort Hill
Tri State powers North Hagerstown and Fort Hill meet in Cumberland Friday. Fort Hill brings a 3-1 record as North Hagerstown stands 4-1. Sports editor Bob Scrivener notes Handleys top Tri State, with North a close second. North beat Martinsburg 32-12 last Friday while Fort Hill routed Thomas Johnson 21-0.
Thompson Stars Again in Handley Scrappy Valley Clash
Tommy Thompson, Handley senior halfback, led the Judges in rushing for the second straight week. He gained 90 yards on six carries, averaging 15 yards per tote, with a 58 yard TD run in the second period highlighting the spree.
Terps Face Sop Stu N C State and Tough Upcoming Schedule
Maryland's winless Terps prepare to host unbeaten N C State after a 7 3 loss to Syracuse in the Astrodome and a 35 0 defeat by Oklahoma. They also schedule Clemson and Penn State battles this season.
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GOOD PREDICTION WEEK The Wise Owl’s Week in Review
The Wise Ole Owl posts a 25 of 29 success in last week’s predictions with Friday night 11 of 12. Weekend results dip. 3 of 17 miss. Notable upsets: Hagerstown Allegany beat by Alco, Shenandoah J C at Baltimore won by Baltimore, Millsaps over Randolph Macon, Shepherd over Gallaudet. Overall 117 correct 38 wrong for .755.
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Bowling Leagues Signal Close Racing Across Clubs
In multiple bowling leagues, players posted high scores and several teams secured two to three wins. Mabel Grim led Carpetbaggers with 138 and 360. Kathrine Truslow topped Funkhouser Oil with 117 high. Barbara Thacker posted 347 for Veteran's Texaco.
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Wilt Chamberlain Signs Record NBA Contract with 76ers
Wilt Chamberlain end their holdout by signing with the Philadelphia 76ers for a salary believed to surpass $250,000. The exact terms were not released, but AP notes last season’s earnings exceeded $200,000 and Chamberlain aims for his ninth NBA season after leading Philadelphia to the Eastern Division title and an NBA title run. He averaged high totals in points rebounds and assists, setting singles and league records.
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North Carolina State Ranked No 9 in AP Poll
The Associated Press places North Carolina State at No 9 after a 16 6 victory over Houston. Four first place votes support the Wolf Pack as they prepare for an ACC clash with Maryland.
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Northside Ten Pin League Standings and Scores
Current standings show Crown Cork & Seal leading with 3 pins and 1 loss, and Northside Lanes and Ebonites tied at 4 wins each. Individual high games include Jim Foster 210 and Jerry Hott 220, with others listed for teams like Plum-Liners and S & H.
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Atlanta Eyes NHL Franchise Amid Major League Growth
Atlanta has emerged as a major sports city with MLB, NFL, and MLS and now eyes an NHL franchise. Local bowling and team match results are listed for Northside Lanes and various local teams, including Gray & Eddy Mens Wear and Mary Carter Paints, with individual scores noted.
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Lonborg Crowned Series Hero After Masterful World Series Win
Jim Lonborg, 24 year old Stanford graduate with biology degree, pitched a three hit 3 1 Boston win over the St Louis Cardinals to send the World Series back to Boston. He discussed his pitching approach and history as a potential doctor while reflecting on the game and his performance.
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Redskins Win Winchester Frederick County Little League Football Championship
The Redskins coached by Terry Plank clinched the Winchester Frederick County Little League Football title with a 20 to 0 victory over the Eagles. In the season finale, the Rams defeated the Colts 14 to 0.
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Big 3 Football Threatens Unbeaten Run
In Winchester Friday night action the Clarke County Colonels visit Purcellville to face the Loudoun Valley Vikings while Handley trips to Fauquier and James Wood hosts a tough opponent. The trio remains unbeaten but faces pivotal league games this weekend.
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Valley, Wood clash in bitter football rivalry week
James Wood faces Valley in a hard fought clash as coach Walter Barr calls Valley the toughest opponent of the season. Handley, Clarke County, and Herndon also prepare for key Friday games with recent form shaping expectations and rivalries renewed.
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Colonels and Judges Fall to Hampshire and Stonewall
The cross country results show James Wood and Handley losing meets. Hampshire defeated the Colonels 20-14 as James Wood dropped to 1-3 on the season. Handley fell to Stonewall Jackson of Manassas on Friday. Handley stands 1-1. Wayne Cromer of James Wood placed third behind Dennis Haines. Warren Hoke of Handley finished fourth behind Jim Kidd.
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Maris Heroes In Boston-St. Louis Matchup
Series box score notes Bob Shannon and whitey Ford style plays. Maris hits a home run for Boston while 2B feats by Yastrzemski and Smith pace the lineup. Lonborg and Carlton lock in the mound work as St Louis counters with Willis and Lamabe. Attendance 54,575.
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Scratches list for Shenandoah Downs tonight
Scratches announced for tonight at Shenandoah Downs include 1 Beau Carre Little Pots Optics Country Bunny. 2 Brandon Miss Moon Spun Bright Tip Speedway Dancer. 3 Bonnie's Pie. 4 Bud Burgoo Li'l Winner Arctic Spin Dark Sapphire. 5 J. Michael Rebel Rocket More Water Ice Cream. 6 Mar Caribe Mongoose Jr. 8 Pete's Jet Always Frisky Melissa's Folly Shining Deer Casey's Ann. 9 Lakh's Nothing Ta's Girl.
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