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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1939
Page
3
Summary of John Henry Lewis preparation for a January 25 Madison Square Garden title bid against Joe Louis. Lewis cites his family Molineaux lineage, long ring experience from 1930, and a strategy to outpoint Louis, noting his own speed, stamina, and 15round approach.
Tony Galento, Orange pub keeper and heavyweight contender, laments no full dress suit for his Newark bout with Jorge Brescia. He derides Brescia as a bum while predicting he will outfight the Argentine if Brescia stands and fights. Louis knocked Brescia out in three in 1936.
Edward J. Watson aged 77, known as the real life model for Peck's Bad Boy, died in Milwaukee after a lifetime of pranks and boyhood mischief that inspired editor George Peck to create the famous sketches. Born on a Wisconsin farm, Watson moved to Milwaukee as a boy, worked as a telegraph messenger, and remained a playful figure among neighbors, friends, and local officials.
Potter County tax assessor collector Jewell Davidson reports payments of delinquent property taxes are beginning to arrive. Many taxpayers who received notices are arranging payment plans and reducing outstanding balances.
Guadalajara Mexico January 18 Two rival Indian chiefs died today after a gun and arrow battle between their tribes. The clash left several others wounded and halted local ceremonies as authorities investigated the fray.
The new City League started last night in Amarillo with full turnout and rapid improvement shown by many players. Tonight the Service League winds up the first half with three teams close to first place as San Jacinto Hillbillies meet Texas Alleys Magnolia Wholesalers face Magnolia Dealers and Zack McCrady's clash with Amarillo Garage and Storage.
General Charles Gates Dawes, Nobel Prize co laureate, predicts enduring European peace from ongoing parleys among Britain France Germany and Italy. He cites his wartime service roles and future diplomacy experience as basis for optimism amid regional tensions and reparations disputes.
A preliminary gathering of 21 former Amarillo Sandies players from 1912 to 1986 discussed organizing a close knit alumni club to support high school athletics and Sandies teams. Attendee Robert Browning highlighted lasting ties while local basketball plans included Capyven events and upcoming games against West Texas State freshmen and Plainview rivals.
New York Giants outfielder Mel Ott sustained a fractured left hand at his New Orleans home. He will report for spring practice March 5 in Baton Rouge. The club announced signed contracts with shortstop Billy Jurges and pitcher Manuel Salvo, from San Diego.
Don Meade, once the toughest jockey in the business, rides winners again after a 2 1/2 year layoff. At Hialeah Park he has booted home a dozen winners in six days and reflects that the pause saved him from himself and from wasting money. He was ruled off for betting on horses other than those he rode.
Trinity University Tigers beat Austan College 42 to 31 in Sherman Texas last night. They led 20 to 9 at halftime and never trailed.
The University of Alabama boxing team will feature sophomores in all eight weight divisions this season, signaling a youthful lineup aimed at establishing depth and experience across the roster.
Buffaloes celebrate a successful home start with two wins over the St Marys Rattlers of San Antonio. The pair of victories gives Colorado a strong early record. They had also defeated Golden Cole and School of Mines before the holidays and plan a two game series in Oklahoma City against the C U Goldbugs.
Edward G. Barrow, a 45 year old baseball figure with stints as player manager and executive, was elected president of the New York Yankees following Col. Jacob Ruppert's death. A board of trustees will perpetuate Ruppert's line, with Barrow joining George Ruppert and Frederick Grant among directors and Weiss named secretary.
In Miami Beach on January 18, the former heavyweight champion Jess Willard accepts a goodwill ambassadorship with Jack Dempsey. Dempsey plans to place Willard with a whiskey brand and other ventures, reviving the pair's longtime friendship despite past animosities.
John Henry Lewis, claiming superiority in speed and experience, predicts he will outpoint champion Joe Louis in their heavyweight title bout at Madison Square Garden next week. He notes he never fears a knockout and will seize opportunities if they arise. Clipper Smith of Villanova football coaches his teams on road trips nationwide.
Jack explains plans for Jess to stay in Florida about a month as chief hand shaker at the Dempsey-Vanderbilt hotel then work from New York. Willard moves into Dempsey's hotel and becomes the lobby’s most popular figure amid liquor business ties.
Johnny English, 14, dieing fan of the Chicago Cubs, died after an extended battle with malignant growth. Cubs players Billy Jurges and Rip Collins visited him with autographed baseballs, Shirley Temple sent cheer from Hollywood, and he briefly returned home before returning to the hospital. In Abilene Texas, Abilene Christian beat Daniel Baker 39 to 27 in a Texas Conference basketball game with Prior A C C center top scoring with 10 points.
Publicized health ad notes denture breath from mucin build up on plates and bridges. Polident, a brushless cleaner, claimed to remove odor and stains, with dentists approving and money back if not delighted. It advertises 30 cents at drug stores and long-lasting use.
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