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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1960
Page
11
James Wood overcame an early 6-0 deficit to beat Loudoun County 13-6 in a Group 1B Northwestern District clash. Key plays included Phil LaFollette's 7 yard run at halftime and Oats at ponta marshalling a 67 yard scoring drive.
VMI quarterback Howard Dyer, dubbed the Mississippi Gambler, built a standout season with seven conference passing touchdowns in five starts and aims at SC records in total offense and passing yards. His 48 points lead the league, while teammate Don Kern trails with 40. VMI sits 3-0 in the conference after a 30-16 win over Virginia.
Houston’s defense feasted on Dallas passes to snare five picks and a 20-10 victory. The Oilers, led by strong secondary play, overcame a balanced Dallas attack while the day’s notable moments included Blanda and Davidson trading aerials and Groman compiling 140 receiving yards for the Giants.
Johnson-Williams falls 26-18 to Lucy Simms of Harrisonburg as halfback William Briscoe breaks loose for 85 and 89 yard runs with a kickoff return miscue on the 58 yarder. Lucy Simms scores in all quarters and adds extra points. Briscoe’s two 80 yarders come late, lifting his season total to three touchdowns.
Setters edged past William and Mary 37-0 as Tech dominated on defense and offense. The Citadel remained near the leaders with a 24-12 win over Richmond. Johns 66 yard TD run sparked the Bulldog attack. Bradley Fowler scored 22 as Furman rallied to beat Wofford 41-26. West Virginia fell to Pitt 42-0 and George Washington and Boston University played to a scoreless draw.
The October meeting of the Numismatic Society is scheduled for Wednesday. Members will discuss coin collecting topics and upcoming exhibitions.
Authorities sought motive and cause of death in the Spotsylvania County slaying of Ben T. Hall 85 found at his secluded home. Police attributed possible blunt force injuries but autopsy planned. Neighbors reported a missing safe and two strangers visited Hall Friday night prompting concern.
Louis J. Taber, longtime national master of the Grange for 19 years, died at 82 in Syracuse New York His career included founding Farmers Traders Life Insurance Co and serving as director of agriculture for Ohio He moved to Syracuse eight years ago and had been active in Republican politics and farm policy work under six presidents
The British Safety Council linked influenza to numerous deaths and injuries across roads workplaces and homes and called workers who push through flu a danger to public safety. It urged mass vaccination and distributed posters urging sick workers to stay home.
Salem Oregon AP report says the Oregon Highway Commission will paint cattle guards to keep open range cattle off highways. Chief Engineer W. C. Williams says cattle will not cross a yellow center stripe unless driven to it.
The Farmers and Merchants Bank Building hosts a Wednesday meeting at 8 p.m. A prize will be awarded at this gathering.
A Renton football game ended with a transfer after an ambulance breakdown and a local truck rescue. McGuinn sustained a knee injury and is reported as doing well in Memorial Hospital following the incident and game.
The Fair Campaign Practices Committee protests Protestant churches planned anti-Catholic sermons ahead of Reformation Sunday October 30 1960 aimed at Kennedy a Catholic. Church leaders warn anti Catholic literature stifles rational debate in the presidential race.
John W. Forman was appointed foreman of the Multnomah County Grand Jury in Portland Oregon, marking a leadership role in the county's judicial process. The appointment formalizes his duties overseeing jurors and cases for the term.
Two Des Moines couples, Col. John Eichhorn and his wife now living in Montezuma, and Mr. and Mrs. Carl Signs, discovered they share adjoining apartments in Oslo Norway. Both women attended Des Moines high schools and during a trip to the Arctic Circle they sang school songs from their alma maters.
Napa California AP report explains coin mis strike found by George Meilink 56 a Napa coin collector in a 1969 penny double struck creating a curved tail like a 0 and a 9 effect Meilink says he would not sell though he would consider a high offer and notes the coin came from a roll of Philadelphia minted pennies Robaugh Jr delivered from Altoona PA
H V Kaltenborn urges insured car and home coverage through independent agents. He notes difficulty choosing brands and handling disputes, and says he relies on an independent agent for protection. The ad promotes the Big I Seal as a mark of professional standards.
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