USC Will Offset Duke Punting With Quick-Kicking Strategy
USC plans to counter Duke punt mastery in the Rose Bowl with a swift kicking game and mobile safeties led by Grenville Larsdell. Duke star Eric the Red Tipton plus Anderson and Day have powered long punts and returns, while USC aims to neutralize with rapid kicks and strong punt coverage.
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Troy
Washington
Eric the Red
Carnegie Tech Aims to Counter Texas Christian in Sugar Bowl
Carnegie Tech plans to challenge Texas Christian with a strong forward passing game in the Sugar Bowl. The Tartans rely on a versatile offense led by Ray Carnelly and Merlyn Condit with halfbacks George Muha and Condit, while Jack Lee may return at fullback. Coach Bill Kern emphasizes an open, gamble-ready attack using unbalanced lines and varied formations to neutralize TCU pass threat led by Davey O'Brien.
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Texas Christian
New Orleans
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Tech
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Ray Carnelly
Jack Lee
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Tony Laposki
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Joe Skladany
Frank Kutz
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Getchell
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Davis Elkins
Wittenberg
Holy Cross
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Duquesne
North Carolina State
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Ted Fisher
Bill Rieth
Henry Pyzynski
Don Campbell
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Devils’ in Lubbock on Rose Bowl trip stop
Pine Bluff Arkansas December 21 the Blue Devils of Duke University en route to Pasadena for the Rose Bowl selected Pine Bluff for a first workout. About 120 people rode the special train from Durham amid a cheer from college supporters and townspeople. Additional practice at Lubbock and a Grand Canyon stop followed before arriving in Los Angeles Saturday morning.
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Fighter Luigi Celi Knocked Out Referee in Italy
In KROME on December 21, boxer Luigi Celi attacked referee Garret t after a match with Otello Romoni. Celi rushed the ring, struck the referee with a right uppercut, then fled as police intervened.
Kansas Cagers Beat Mustangs 82 to 45 at Home
Kansas University basketball team improved to three wins in four SWC games after an 82 to 45 victory over Southern Methodist in Dallas. The Jayhawkers trailed briefly before a late rally sealed the win.
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Tennessee Tries Sooner Plays in Prep for Orange Bowl
Tennessee unbeaten SEC champions scrimmage against Oklahoma in Miami prep. Coach Neyland orders trainer O'Brien to run the squad until tongues hang out after two hours of practice with 41 players. Loco weed harms livestock and can kill.
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Jayhawkers Rally Eyes on Final Half Fade
Jayhawks trio led by Dick Harp and Don Ebling sparked a late surge as they connected on Jong and short shots, narrowing the gap in the final half before fading.
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Budge vows to defend pro tennis honor against Vines
J Donald Budge insists on a clean pro tour beginning January 3 with Ellsworth Vines as his top rival. He predicts tough matches, stresses fair play, and notes Vines has the edge when he is in top form. Budge expects a hard season defending the world championship against the top players.
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Trojans May Grow Beards For Duke Rose Bowl Visit
Southern California fans planned a gala welcome as Duke prepares for the Rose Bowl game. Coach Howard Jones hinted at a postgame lingerie shopping risk if Duke points were scarce, amid the ongoing mystery of silk panties sent to Duke players.
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Vines Bets On H Ellsworth Vines For World Championship
The speaker offers to wager on H Ellsworth Vines to defend the world championship, stating a preference to stand with the champ until a defeat occurs. This reflects confidence in Vines and a willingness to risk money on the tennis star’s victory.
Boxing Bilt Brition In Amarillo Features Trick Shots
Two star trick shot artists visit Amarillo in late December. Clarence Anderson, world champion pocket billiardist, performs at Paramount Recreation Club December 28 29 with a match against local cue artist and offers instruction. Gene Gagliardi bowling wizard performs December 30 at Louie's Bowling Alleys with two strikes and tough splits. The text also notes local sports results including the Golden Sandies beating White Deer Bucks 29 15 and mentions snow and skiing ideas.
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Clarence Anderson
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Gene Gagliardi
Louie
Gagliardi
Hollywood
Hartnett Declares Cubs Stronger Than Last Season
Chicago manager Gabby Hartnett said the Cubs are stronger than the 1938 pennant winners and expect a better 1939 squad with added potential. He identified the Giants, Pirates and Reds as contenders and noted the Cardinals remain dangerous with batting depth and speed. He also commented on rival improvements and the tightened league race.
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Arkansas Cagers Are Going To Be Tough
Arkansas Razorbacks string together six straight wins in the Southwest Conference race after a 39 to 31 victory over Oklahoma in Norman. Sophomore John Adams scores 18 points as the teams prepare for a rematch tonight.
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Sooners Hope Novell Wood Plays In Orange Bowl
Oklahoma in Norman reports star center Novell Wood, injured December 3 against Washington State, should be ready within a week for the Orange Bowl. The unbeaten Sooners practiced in rain and sleet, work focusing on pass defense and blocking as they prepare to meet Tennessee in the Miami classic.
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Scalpers Busy With Grid Tickets For Texas Final
Dallas officials moved to curb scalpers at the Corpus Christi Lubbock football game set for Dec 26 to crown the Texas Interscholastic League champion. General admission tickets priced at $1 were selling by scalpers at $1.25, with P C Cobb seeking police aid to restrict scalping. Tuesday sales reached about 15 000 as officials expect 30 000 plus spectators. Corpus Christi and Lubbock squads prepared for travel and workouts ahead of the Dallas game.
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