Willie Davis in World Series Slump Sparks Fan Sympathy
In the World Series Willie Davis batted about .063 and fielded poorly, drawing sympathy from fans in Baltimore. The piece notes how audiences still cheered his appearances, parallels with banquets for retired stars, and recalls Gene Woodling's post career speeches after a costly error.
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Baseball writers fate of Yankees under Houk questioned
Baseball men from managers to writers are down on CBS management of the Yankees and Ralph Houk. A Boston observer says the Yanks lack the guts and desire of Mantle Rizzuto and Rubek. Writers believe Baltimore and Minnesota may stay atop the American League for a long time.
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Light Bowl Banquet Tonight With Virginia Coach
Bill Gibson University of Virginia head basketball coach is guest speaker at the Lions Club Light Bowl Banquet. The 6:30 p.m. event at the George Washington Hotel honors James Wood and Loudoun Valley grid teams, Friday night’s James Wood Light Bowl contestants. Gibson has coached Virginia for two seasons and is shaping the Cavaliers into an ACC contender.
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Rams Break Loose in Winless Streak Relief
Shepherd's Rams beat Gallaudet to end their winless run and improve to 1-3 on the season. The squad previously fell to West Virginia State Hampden Sydney and Fairmont. Next they head to West Virginia Tech for a showdown with the Tech-men.
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Warren County Football Faces Scheduling Clash With Turner Ashby
Warren High hosts Turner Ashby on November 4 in Front Royal, a clash that may decide league titles in the Northwestern League. Both Warren and Turner Ashby also risk conflicts with Clarke County versus James Wood in Berryville, prompting hopes for a Saturday move to accommodate both key games.
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Robinson Rescued by Teammate At Pool Party
Orioles slugger Frank Robinson nearly drowned at a private pool party on August 22 and was saved by teammate Andy Etchebarren. Robinson, a non swimmer, slipped into the deep end while avoiding a dunking and surfaced multiple times before Etchebarren pulled him out. He later recovered and went on to lead Baltimore to the World Series title. Also noted are three stakes wins by Jorge Velasquez, Don Brumfield, and Bill Shoemaker at Monmouth Park in 1966.
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Sloan Ford Races to Sixth Straight in Touch Football Duel
In Winchester Frederick County Touch Football League action at Bodie Grim Field Sloan Ford Mustangs host C and S Bank at 7 p.m. and J W Arthur Insurance vs Evening Star at 8 30 p.m. Sloan aims for six straight and already clinched the first half title with a 4 0 record while C and S sits at 1 4.
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Bauer Named American League Manager of the Year
Hank Bauer of the Baltimore Orioles, who guided a World Series sweep of the Dodgers, was named the AL Manager of the Year. He led the league with 321 votes, cites injuries forcing strategy changes, and notes his bullpen work supported pitchers who completed only 23 games.
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Hahn Tops Southern Conference Scorers Near Midseason
Furman sophomore Robbie Hahn leads the SoCon with 20 points on three touchdowns and a two point conversion aided by Heewell passes. Hahn totaled 108 receiving yards on seven catches in the 15-15 tie with The Citadel. George Gay Garrett Ford Marty Fuller follow with 18 points each. Chuck Kinder and Jim Gahagan have 16 points each.
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Legendary Grid Coach Slip Madigan Dies at 70
Edward Patrick Madigan known as Slip Madigan, famed St. Marys College coach who built the Gaels into a national name, died in Oakland at age 70 from a heart attack. He led St. Marys from 1921 to 1940 posting a 108-41-11 record and coached two years at Iowa during WWII.
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Bowling League Scores and Standings Patchwork
In a mixed set of matches Coca Cola leads with four wins and high team marks 849 for the game and 2416 for the series while several teams like C and Bank and Shenandoah Downs post multiple wins. Individual highs include Pat Taylor 210 game 585 series and Lorraine Sealock 177 game 519 series with other strong marks from Mary Hodson and Frances Morrison.
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Bowling standings and high scores from local league play
Tenpin leagues record high games and series led by Plum-Liners, Virginia Gentlemen Rest, Go Getters, and others. Individual top marks include Glen Tillotson 392 series, Jerry Goodman 565, and Steve Zuckerman 484 with team totals up to 2757. Local clubs listed with sponsor names and player scores.
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Senior golf tournament results and upcoming matches
The article lists top scores in the 50 to 55 and over 56 age groups with winners Tom Lord Ralph Grimm and low nets by Al Karche Bill Humphrey and others. It notes a match play to determine the senior winner on Sunday October 16 and records Medal Play weekend results and club events including a husband and wife tournament and a Ladies Card Party at Carpers Valley Golf and Country Club with fundraising.
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Lafayette Twins Dan and Dave Weaver Highlight College Football
Juniors Dan Weaver at center and Dave Weaver at halfback are twin players for Lafayette College. The pair hail from Johnstown Pennsylvania and contribute to the team in different backcourt roles.
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