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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1934

Page

11

Ohio Cagers Seek Second Win as Bobcats Meet Ohio State

Ohio University's basketball team aims for a second win this year facing Ohio State in Columbus. Coach Harold Olsen has yet to finalize his lineup, while Bobcats coach Butch Grover relies on a tall, balanced starting unit led by Bill Reeves and Perk Reichley with Myron Burt at guard.

Ohio University Ohio State Columbus Buckeyes Ohio Quint Harold Olsen Olsen Bill Beltner Red Wilson Whitey Whitlinger Bucks Augie George Earl Thomas Butch Grover Ohio Bliss College Grover Reichley Bobcats Bill Reeves Bliss Qreen and White Bill Don Fogelsong Fogelsong Bill Schmidt George Doll Portsmouth Myron Burt

Baers Demonstrate Ring Power in Des Moines Exhibition

In Des Moines Iowa on December 7 the Baer brothers showcased boxing prowess with Max Baer returning to action to KO Iowa light heavyweight Johnny Miler in a four round exhibition. Buddy Baer extended knockout streak to eight with a 50 second first round TKO of Red Fields.

Des Moines Baer Max Belabor Johnny Miler Iowa Buddy Miler Alex Fidler

Minnesota and the South in a muddled gridiron debate

Readable fragments show Minnesota fans arguing over national title claims and strength of the South against Big Ten teams. The piece touches Georgia Tech Alabama LSU Notre Dame Campbell and other schools, noting schedules and regional strength with scattered player mentions and era context.

Georgia Tech Georgia Mid Alabama Louisiana State South

Wing to Giants Ends Season With Injuries

Fragmented text reports injuries to players including a broken leg and hand. Mentions of Chicago and Philadelphia teams, a major league context, and uncertain comebacks for players like Camp and Werterback amid lineup changes and uncertain status.

Chicago Malone Philadelphia

Cardinals Will Throw Passes Against Tide

Stanford prepares for the January 1 showdown with Alabama at Pasadena with four key players sidelined. Coach Thornhill plans heavy practice and new plays while centers and backs recover. Fullback Bobby Grayson, end Monk Moscrip, and back Keith Toppine monitor status. Elmo Van Deilen is slated to start if fit.

Stanford University Calif UPI Stanford Cardinals Alabama Pasadena Bamas Aerie Sesson Elmo van Deilen

Local Bull Ride Sunday at Dais Farm Near Grosvenor Crossing

Four local men will ride year old steers in a bull ride event Sunday at 2 p m at the Dais farm and riding academy near Grosvenor Crossing.

Dais Farm Grosvenor Crossing

U S Participation in 1936 Olympics in Doubt

Miami December report notes a hot pre conference debate within the Amateur Athletic Union over accepting Berlin's invitation to the 1936 Olympics. The issue could influence Avery Brundage's future as A A U president as he eyes a broader role with the American Olympic Association and a six year tenure.

Miami Fla Amateur Athletic Union Berlin Germany A.A.U American Olympic Association Avery Brundage Chicago Brundage

Ohio principals weigh spring football and eligibility changes

A statewide poll of Ohio high school principals considers permitting spring football practice while trimming fall limits. Proposals include shifting practice windows to late March and early April, starting the fall season Sept. 1, and lowering age eligibility to 19. Decisions may come from H. R. Townsend with board support pending.

Columbus Ohio H. R. Townsend State Board of Control

Freshman Rule Hinders Minnesota In Intersectional Tilts

The Big Ten meets amid debate over a freshmen eligibility rule that could bar Minnesota from scheduling intersectional games. Stan Koatka Bill Bevan Art Clarkson Jay Bevan and George Svendsen face rerigible status if the rule stands. College athletic committee actions may end or shorten early careers and impact non conference scheduling with Army California Columbia and Pennsylvania. The faculty committee is unlikely to relax the rule for Minnesota.

Chicago Minnesota University of Oregon Stan Koatka Bill Bevan Art Clarkson Jay Bevan George Svendsen Eatly Big Ten Army Southern California Michigan Columbia Pennsylvania

Grid Captains Disappearing

A survey by The Associated Press finds 14 major teams in various regions electing honorary captains or rotating stand ins by coaches rather than a fixed season-long captain. Western programs like Stanford and Oregon State use rotating or honorary captains, while the East and Big Ten largely retain traditional captains.

New York Associated Prees West Stanford California Oregon State Montana St. Mary's Colorado University Santa Clara Baylor Oklahoma Texan A Sewanee Mississippi Missouri Nebraska Kansas Big Ten

Fifth Annual Miami Bilttmore Open splits field for two days

Officials announce a two section format for the $12,500 Miami Bilttmore Open with 18 top players seeded. The event starts Saturday with two rounds, repeats on Monday and Tuesday, then third and fourth rounds Wednesday and Thursday, with a possible playoff Friday.

Miami Fla Walter Haven Johnny Golden Johnny Farrell Wilfy Cox Billy Burke Phil Perkins Tommy Armour Tom Creavy Willie MacFarlane Olin Dutra Vieeter Ghezel Bobby Cruickshank Jimmy Hinem Johnny Revolta Bil Mehthorg al Watrous Yad Pudley Horton Smith Ilaw MY Ime Syiectron

Tide Works Out For Coast Game

Alabama's Crimson Tide held time drills with a third team and the freshman squad practicing Stanford formations as prep for a Rose Bowl tilt with Stanford on New Year’s Day. Coaches warned no let up after Sunday as they continue weeklong drills toward California.

Denny Stadium

Eaton to Be 18th Family Member to Win Letter

William Eaton of McKendree College football will become the 18th member of his family to earn an athletic letter. Five members of the family previously won letters in Big Ten competition.

Ans Lebanon William Eaton Tecoklie McKendree College

Sound Sleep With Ovaltine Promoted By Doctors

Advert says thousands of physicians recommend Ovaltine as a bedtime hot drink that induces sound sleep quickly without drugs. It urges readers to buy a can at drug or grocery stores or mail a coupon for trial supply.

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