Ohio to Play Bliss Tonight Bobcats Rest in Preparation
Ohio University basketball opens the 1930-31 season at home against Bliss College Columbus. Coach Butch Grover trims a mixed lineup as Russ Kepler John Trace head the forwards with Jerry Warshower Shade Saunders guards and Harold Brown center.
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Shade Saunders
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Bill Shea
Harry Lackey
George Collins
Ben Test
Tom Evans
George Lockman
Howard Doll
Sidney Silverman
Bliss College
Athens
Minor league “Cezar” eyed as coast league commissioner idea
Dec 17 , minor league leaders discuss unifying three Class AA circuits under a single commissioner akin to Landis. Dr Strub of San Francisco backs a coast league triad ruler while J M Patrick of Los Angeles warns against war with the majors. Wrigley regrets the clash but plans the Ed Baecht deal.
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Los Angeles
Ed Baecht
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Wittenberg funds alleged for football players raise claims
Two Cleveland youths Sutter and Bader say Wittenberg College offered free board and tuition to freshmen and possibly 80 varsity players, citing a letter from D I Keyser and remarks by H A Rider. They say varsity aid was to be dropped and that at least one varsity player had a written contract for pay.
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Lace Lakewood
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Ohio University Banquet Spotlight on Murderers' Row at Speakers' Table
Mitch's Musings notes Ohio University football stars Dr. Bryan Don Peden O C Bird Dutch Trautwein and Butch Grover deliver an entertaining segment at the American Legion Appreciation Banquet in the First Presbyterian Church for the 1930 team. Toastmaster Russ Finsterwald praises their wit as about 150 attendees enjoy the lively program and Grover's basketball forecast for an Athens game.
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Boxing Results From Minneapolis and Chicago Card
Last night in Minneapolis Eddie from Chicago defeated Jackie Key from Minneapolis in a 10 round bout. Gorman of Minneapolis beat Fred Tenn of Omaha. Johnny Simpson of Falls defeated Archie Mitch of Hollywood. In Chicago Prince Saunders KOed Tommy Son of Chicago in a 55 second stoppage.
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Eddie
Chicago
Jackie Key
Gorman
Ted Fred Tenn
Omaha
Johnny Simpson
Falls
Archie Mitch
Hollywood
Portland bout ends in second round knockdown
In Portland Oregon Leo 1 1794 Aberdeen knocks out young Firpo 17344 Chicago in the second round extending early rounds.
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Ohio State star to race in Japan this winter
George Simpson a former Ohio State track star is en route to the Pacific coast where he will meet Harlow Robert and Rufus Kiser. The trio will sail to New Zealand then Australia to compete in meets before traveling to Japan and returning to the United States next spring.
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Pacific Coast
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Rufus Kiser
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Australia
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Bat Battalino and Eddie Shea Set for Non-Title Bout in Chicago
Featherweight champion Bat Battalino and Eddie Shea, who defeated Fidel LaBarba, are tied to a December 29 Chicago Stadium bout if Battalino accepts terms offered by Matchmaker Nate Lewis. Shea agrees to an over weight non-title fight and an offer has been extended to Battalino.
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Nate Lewis
Woody English and Helen Golam Weds in Secret Elopement
Cubs shortstop Woody English and bride Helen Golam left Chicago for a honeymoon at English’s farm near Vanella Ohio. The pair eloped to Crown Point Indiana on Monday and kept their marriage secret for 24 hours. Mrs English is 20.
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Woody” English
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Season Ends as Players Pivot to Ground Game
The football season closes and players shift to a different passing style, focusing on ground metal and ground game strategy rather than aerial routes.
Prince of Wales Victory In Racquet Clash
The Royal title holder claimed a win in a racquet contest as reported, with focus on the Prince of Wales and the sporting event. The article notes the victory but does not specify the exact racquet used.
Ohio Northern 48 Bluffton 11 in nonconference clash
Ohio Northern defeated Bluffton 48 to 11 in ADA during a nonconference basketball game. Jacobse led ONU with 16 points while the halftime score stood at 19 to 1. Bluffton faded late as ONU used its bench. The season also closed for quarterback Frank Carideo as holidays begin.
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Wisconsin Players Threaten Strike Over Staff Departure
Wisconsin football players warned of action if Glen Thistlethwaite is removed. The episode questions whether student athletes resort to intimidation when a respected mathematics professor faces termination.
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Glen Thistlethwaite
Ball proves too lively for magnates in heated talk
The ball proved too lively for big league magnates to handle and the owners responded with a lively discussion. The brief exchange suggested tension over play or policies, with no decisive action taken after the meeting.
Unclear Backlogs Prompt Likely Return to Classrooms
The fragment suggests some students face rough odds of returning to classroom work while others may stay in existing routines. No dates or places are provided to anchor the report.
Gallipolis First Foe For Athens High Cagers
Athens High School basketball shows early promise with three practice sessions in a week for Coach McKinley. Likely starters Fields Merchant Woods Wilson and Woodard compete for positions as Gallipolis looms Saturday on the home floor. Fields regains range and Merchant sharpens moves near the basket while coaches stress passing and coordination.
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Gas Price Reduced All Over State
A 2 cent per gallon cut in gasoline prices will take effect Wednesday across Ohio. The Standard Oil Co. of Ohio announced the reduction to 17 cents for regular and 20 cents for high test and ethyl, including tax, at all stations of Standard Oil Co Shell Petroleum Corp Chelsea Service Oil Co and Sinclair Refining Co to curb oversupply.
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Bobby Jones Medal Puts Shine on Amateur Hero
New York December 17. Robert T. Jones of Atlanta earns the James Sullivan Memorial Medal for his performance and influence as an amateur and as a man in sport. The award cites Jones's sportsmanship and lasting impact, despite debate over a movie contract.
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Wittenberg Denies Sending Letters to Athletes
Wittenberg today denied that college authorities sent any letters to student athletes. He reiterated that college athletics are being conducted on the highest plane.
Dayton Football and Baseball Moves Highlight Sport Shorts
The University of Dayton extends contracts for head coach Harry Raujan and Bil Belentch for two more years. New York heavyweight Paul Swiderski suspended six months by Missouri athletic commission after a February bout forfeiting $560. St Louis catcher Joe Smith released by the Cardinals. Joe Schults named Houston Red Birds manager. Mayes McOlain signs to play with the Portsmouth Spartans. Dayton to face Butler on October 24 1981 with a second game date TBA.
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Bil Belentch
Paul Swiderski
New York
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Missouri Athletic Commission
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Jari
Smith
St Lewis Cardinals
Joe Schults
Houston
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Red Birds
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Indianapolis
Grifter Nineteon Wittenberg Faces O20 Campaign Letters
A garbled report notes Nineteon Wittenberg received letters for an O20 campaign. A cantata for next year’s form will be detected at the annual grid banquet next month.
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Colgate Coach Honors Noted During Home Game Progress
A dictaphone kept at the Colgate players bench captured Andy Kerr the head coach and others noting criticism and commendation as the game progressed.
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