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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1930
Page
5
The column notes talk of Jack Dempsey returning to boxing after a lean period and discusses potential high gates for a Dempsey vs. Cam era or Dempsey vs. Schmeling bout at Madison Square Garden. It also previews the 1930 Cleveland Indians roster with young players and veterans shaping a strong lineup.
Chicago progress report says Rogers Hornsby will manage and play for the Cubs in 1931, earning the highest baseball managerial pay. He plans a one man training trip starting February 1, aims to play second base, and will base in St Louis during January.
As seasons change, Barry Wood sports multiple uniforms from football to tennis. O Geffy notes he may also excel at penny ante.
A comment upholds there is no such thing as a perfect right hook in boxing while urging fans to stay home and listen to radio broadcasts of fights tonight. The remark highlights skepticism about punch accuracy and promotes listening as the safer alternative.
Ohio high schools vote to end girls basketball tournaments after Sept. 1 1931 with regular contests spared. Bobcat Bucketeers return from holidays to two-a-day practices ahead of the Cornell game on Thursday night in Columbus. Coach Grover emphasizes conditioning and sharp drills as the squad works through scrimmages and passing drills after a Christmas layoff.
More than 250 college coaches attended a convention in New York where they endorsed resolutions to ban organized practice before Sept. 15, reduce post season games, limit fall practice to two hours, and keep spring practice elective. They also urged a two propose rule changes and elected officers for 1981 including Meehan, Stevens, McGugin, Cowell, Rockne, Bible, Bierman, and Casey.
Dr. James Naismith, father of basketball, predicts 2,000,000 players this season and says basketball will eventually be in the Olympics. He notes wide international play and US leadership, hoping Europeans join by 1932 for Los Angeles games.
Quote suggests Ernie Schaaf may not heed Jack Sharkey’s guidance as one of his managers. The remark reflects sports leadership dynamics and caution about advisory influence.
In Indianapolis a large group of famous writers artists and cartoonists gathered to pay final tribute to Kin Hubbard caricaturist and creator of Abe Martin among honorary pallbearers were Edgar Guest Samuel Blythe George Ade John McCutcheon Will Rogers Chick Sale Gaar Williams Meredith Nicholson Booth Tarkington and Louis Ludlow.
Offense stressed in drills as Alabama and Washington State gear up for a high scoring clash in the Tournament of Roses. Alabama, with 247 points in nine games, focuses on offense, while Washington State, with 221 points, promises deception and a varied attack to counter the Crimson Tide. Coach Hollingbery of Washington State vows a broad showing, while Alabama’s workouts emphasize scoring power over defense. Pre- Dec. 30.
After a year in the big leagues Walter Berger of the Braves announced himself a holdout. Some guys are very quick to learn.
Report notes Primo halted the British heavyweight Reggie Mean in a recent clash, with Carnera's handlers said to be aware of the game plan. Meena is mentioned in context as part of the competitive scene.
Jack Hendricks former six year manager of the Cincinnati Reds will oversee assistant managing duties for an Indianapolis American Association club next year. Pa Stribling announced the plan this past afternoon. Youngling expected to meet Jack Key in Miami this winter or later. Stanley Bodman to coach tennis for Midwest charity game Thursday versus a Southteam. Kay Don invited to race Gar Wood in spring. William Jascoba, NCAA champion, competes in National Junior Indoor tennis tourney as seed favorites win without opposition.
Nat Holman remains in his 12th straight season as coach of CCNY basketball, continuing a storied tenure with the New York Celtics era legacy.
A disorderly scene in Boston last night required about a dozen police to quell a hockey riot after the game. One columnist suggests players should be armed with gloves to deter fouls and fights.
A suggested bout between Dempsey and Schmeling could serve as a tune up to ease Dempsey for a looming fight with Corbett. The idea envisions testing tactics and speed against Schmeling’s style before facing the champ.
Helene Madison breaks more world marks in 1980 while Pig Boy Peterson leads on the male side. The prospects for a standout season highlight strong performances across the pool.
The 600000 offer for a Schmeling bout in Chicago stirred lively discussion. Observers debated whether the figure signaled real intent or was mere posturing in boxing circles.
A reader ponders whether to visit a theater for a good comedy or stay home to read the latest government edict regarding boxing commissions. The note hints at leisure choices amid official regulatory updates.
The Big 16 coaches face a packed final week before conference play with 13 games, seven interregional. Purdue and Indiana lead the slate touring Pennsylvania plus Pittsburgh Temple and Pennsylvania, while Northwestern faces Alabama and Ohio State meets Cornell. Byrd’s South Pole trek joke closes the item.
Special Investigator Dundee analyzes a double murder plot tying Nita Selim and Dexter Sprague to a New York crime scheme. The theory centers on blackmail, hidden cash, and a local gunman, with suspects including Polly Beale, Flora Miles, Karen Marshall, Drake, Janet Raymond, Clive Hammond, and Peter Dunlap.
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