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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1939
Page
4
Lou Little of Columbia argues football benefits college life and character. He cites his players focus on studies and life after college, and notes that injuries and tragedy prompt rule changes. He highlights Cliff Montgomery and Sid Luckman as well-adjusted stars who handled publicity without失 becoming spoiled.
Jack Dempsey, once the reigning heavyweight champion who knocked out Jess Willard, reaches out with a letter offering Willard a profitable job or distributor role in his enterprises. Dempsey recalls Willard gave him his first break and says he owes Willard a debt, hoping to help the former champ regain his footing after recent hardships.
Private memo notes that long golf drives impress, but accuracy wins tournaments. Henry McLemore recalls Jimmy Thompson, Sammy Snead, Lawson Little, and Horace Smith, debating putting versus power. A racing tip chain shows how a tip on Joe Sam circulated through figures from Oliver Hardy to Bing Crosby, ending with a cautionary tale.
McClendon's Grocery defeated Canadian River Gas 35 to 31 at Cathedral Hall as Yale Rice and Clifford Thompson sparked late rally while Gassers slipped from undefeated status. Nussbaum Service then edged USDA 33 to 31 in the same card.
Don Budge earns a straight sets victory over Ellsworth Vines in Boston in their second pro bout as Vines tours a 70-match series. Earlier Budge defeated Vines at Madison Square Garden in their first pro meeting, drawing eager crowds. Baseball and basketball notes follow, highlighting local Jaycee League games in Amarillo and a Sandie Mothers banquet as well as early 1939 arm-sore concerns for Hubbell and Dizzy Dean. Panhandle boxing fans await Amarillo and Pampa Golden Gloves tours in February.
Tennessee and Texas Christian officials rejected a New York promoter and southern-city proposals to stage a national championship football game this month. Williston M. Cox said the post season would interfere with scholastic duties, and T C U athletic director Howard Grubbs stated their season is over. Other proposals targeted Atlanta Baton Rouge and Louisiana State Stadium dates in January.
The excerpt contrasts a few spoiled players with a larger group of well behaved young men. It praises the majority for their good conduct while noting a few notable stars from the era. The speaker argues that most players have earned positive regard, countering claims that football cultivates widespread spoiling.
New rules committee eases penalties for ineligible receivers on forward passes and restricts advances beyond the line. Coaches anticipate more shovel passes and longer throws behind the line, boosting offense though downfield options may adjust.
Don Budge, once the world amateur champion, defeated Ellsworth Vines 6-3 8-6 6-4 in Boston to take his second win in the professional series and heads to Philadelphia. A prior victory came in New York on the pro debut. Slip Madigan noted as top cake baker among football mentors from Saint Mary’s College, who learned the craft during Oakland restaurant days.
Six Marquette University basketball players are listed with Jr after their names: Erwin Graf, Dave Quablus, Ralph Amsden, Glenn Adams, George Collerine, and George Sutter. The roster detail signals their class status for college competition.
GUS GREENLEE, manager of John Henry Lewis, says the Pittsburgh sportsman believes his fighter has a 50 50 chance against Joe Louis in the Garden bout on Jan 25. Lewis weighs about 185 pounds and is described as having the best power in the ring above middleweight.
Chicago January reports Dizzy Dean proclaims his right arm is back to normal after last season. He predicts 20 or more wins for the Cubs this year, citing optimism from his own check of x rays and a simple, healthy routine. Cubs officials await Doctor Koch’s evaluation before final judgment.
In Dallas on January 5 the Southwest Conference season opens as Texas A&M hosts Rice. The Owls bring threats Frankie Carswell and E Y Steakley, while both teams caution in pre season. The main clashes begin Friday and Saturday with potential impact on the standings.
Army routed Brown while Georgetown led New York University and Long Island. Kentucky beat Eastern Illinois Teachers as Santa Clara edged Loyola. Washington State trounced Oregon State and San Jose State trailed Pacific. Other results include St Mary’s and Stephen F. Austin, plus bouts referencing boxing talk about Joe Louis and Schmeling.
The fire department will have engines ready outside the National Guard Armory tonight as fireworks threaten the building. Main event pits Frankie Hill and Russ Riley against Ray Clements and Otto Ludwig in a team grapple. Supporting bouts feature Joe Banaski versus Wildcat McEwin and Bill Cagrell introducing Steve Netty. Ringside tickets remain at City Drug Store on Polk.
The Corpus Christi Buccaneers state champions will meet at least five district rivals in 1939 due to a league redistricting plan pending a referendum. Returning stars include two all-staters Jack Hinnant and Pat Hall, with back Dickie Haas slated as key ball carrier.
Sammy Snead, rising from West Virginia, captures the Harry Vardon Memorial Trophy with 520 points, far ahead of Paul Runyan who is 141 back. He earns 19,534.49 in prize money, well ahead of rival Joan Revolta. British postmen uniforms require vast fabric across yearly production.
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