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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1932
Page
5
In the opening game against Bliss College, a tall freshman nicknamed Beans or Bones, Berens, scored 22 points with seven field goals and eight free throws. Teammate Shadel Saunders and forward Pearl Reichley contributed strong work, while Herchiey and others supported a high-caliber team showing as the Bobcats prepare for a tough season ahead.
Sophomore center Bernard Berens led Ohio University with a 22 point showing against Bliss College of Columbus in the season opener. Grover used twelve players, showcasing seven freshmen sophomores, including Berens from Lancaster, who impressed with height and hustle. The Bobcats struggled with organization in their first game, while Ohio relied on Berens and Reichley to spark early leads and maintained control through the second half.
Promoters scramble to sign Max Schmeling with Jack Dempsey and James Johnston leading efforts. Dempsey seeks Schmeling’s signature to secure Baer as rival and launch a nationwide promotional push around a potential Baer Schmeling fight during the world fair era.
Gallia County Red Cross headquarters moved from the First Baptist Church Educational Building to a room in the Gallia County Courthouse used as an office by Mrs Ethel Wallace. Mrs Richard remains in charge of the county office.
In Madison Indiana on Wednesday two Ohio River steamers the Island Maid and the Fred Hall were destroyed by fire while in drydock. The incident caused extensive damage and halted dock operations as investigators began assessing the blaze.
The American Association and International League consider split into eastern and western divisions with seven game playoffs for the pennant after Sept. 10. Eastern leaders Columbus Louisville Indianapolis Toledo face Western Kansas City Milwaukee St Paul Minneapolis for the title. The plan keeps standings but allows a fifth place club to win. Minor league shifts include Texas League absorbing Tulsa and Oklahoma City clubs. Monthly salary caps set at 4250 per club in three leagues. Major leagues inactive with new coach signings and a CNL spring series between the Cubs and White Sox.
Coach Mask Anderson aimed to finish Notre Dame's attack as they face a demanding test vs Southern California. The Irish travel with 36 players, contingent on practice, as leaders Motta, Ramm, and Krause anchor the line while quarterback Jaskwhich and fullback Melakevich are noted starters.
The document lists Wesleyan University football coach George Gaytner and the 10 game schedule. It notes a first time home or away high-stakes game against the University of Dayton in October and includes future dates at Syracuse Wittenberg Dennown Cincinnati and Western Reserve with several November contests.
After six straight wins Carbon lost 4 40 to Jacksonville on the Corben bin court. J Anderson scored 165 of the Finns points and Fh. Deval added a dozen for the losers. Friday the Premiums meet Nelsonville with Crabtree White Campbell and Howe on the roster.
The Middle Atlantic League disclosed talks with major league interests to position a Wheeling team next year. If housing proves feasible, the club would switch to the Central League. Pelloweyr, who died last summer, did not play last season due to business reasons.
Coaches voted for the All Southeastern football team with Alonzo Stagg, Dee Wellston, Jackman and Wilgh on the first eleven. Jimmy Phelan of Washington was linked to Chicago coaching rumors as Seattle and Chicago were discussed amid team changes.
Stateville prison prepares an intramural clash with an external squad for the first time. The lineup features Marty Durkin a noted criminal and Convict Tawsesh a former Oak Dark athlete handling punting and yardage.
Gallipolis burley tobacco market opened at the Sycamore Street barn with good first day attendance. Expected to run through February with possible Christmas holiday. prices likely higher than last season though lighter sales due to dry weather. Grayson D. Thornton notes mid to low grades stronger, good grades may dip.
Gallipolis Township trustees employ twenty men to work on street resurfacing. Gravel for the project is being sourced from nearby pits. A daughter weighing pounds was born Monday morning to Mr and Mrs Paul White.
Gallia County Auditor BL White presents the year end balances and receipts figure. Major fund balances include county general 9,280.04, county home 3,764.43, children's home 3,045.15, county highway 4,206.02, and un divided general tax 11,152.54. Increases in excess of 1400 come from school 0,684.71, county 5,029.10, corporation 2,060.55, gasoline 8,?0, and related funds totaling 11,714 for the intangine tax with $2,900 in the Automobile Fund. Gatlin County Township Ohio appoints a new justice of the peace Clarence J. Brown confirms succession for health reasons.
Gallipolis licenses issued yesterday to C. A. Dent 28 Cedar Grove Wyoming Va mechanic and Ruth Comer ial lipelia and to Albert i Foore Charleston W Va deviates and Frances Anderson 24 enak Poiwell.
Miss Mary Alten 26 formerly of Rio Grande died at Akron's Children’s Hospital after a pin prick on her finger Friday. She was nurse supervisor on the hospital's second floor and a Rio Grande High School and Molger Hospital School of Neurology graduate. Survived by sisters Mrs Mamie McKnown and Mrs Dorothy Hire and brother Wayne. Foster parents Mr and Mrs Frank Allen of Rio Grande.
Funeral services for Sarah Miles McCormick, 66, who died Tuesday night, will be held Friday at 1 30 p m at the Rome Church with Rev Joy Fallday officiating. Burial will be in Zion Cemetery. Assisted by Rev. Fred Mice.
Navies football captaincy goes to Jenn Wiethe as Harve McPhail receives the legion of honor award at the annual dinner. Football letters awarded to Themes Branden Daniel Corbett James Coleman George Rider Maurice Farrell and others. The year’s schedule includes Kenyon Carnegie Tech Washington Jefferson Centre Indiana Loyola New Orleans and Lovain. no Naviers Dayton game next year.
Northwestern University football coach Dick Hanles said he has not communicated with Fordham officials about any coaching berth and is tired of being mentioned in connection with vacancies. He added he has not heard from Fordham and is not interested.
Morgantown West Virginia University outlines a demanding football schedule for 1933 with games against Washington & Lee on Sept 23 Fordham on Oct 14 Pitt on Oct 7 Temple on Oct 21 and a Wisconsin game set for Nov 11 at Madison. Additional games against Georgetown Detroit West Virginia Wesleyan and Washington & Jefferson are planned but dates are pending.
Notre Dame coach Howard Jones brings a full-strength squad to confront USC as the two near a national championship rematch. Jones has signed a new five-year contract worth about 900000 per year. Key players include Homer Griffith at back and Warburton in the backfield as advance sales push attendance toward 95000 at Memorial Stadium.
The Middleport Monarchs basketball team announces plans to schedule games with district teams for the upcoming season. Independent teams may arrange matches by contacting Bill Grate in Middleport.
New York reports Ruth Etting, the radio’s First Lady, calls the Dodge Six stunning and youthful. She says its appearance is gorgeous while promising solid, dependable performance. Automakers predict the new model will be top value next year.
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