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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1933

Page

9

Bobcats at Miami Saturday Night

Ohio University's basketball team faces Miami in Oxford as Butch Grover warns against overconfidence. Miami troubled by ineligible Anthony and a weak opening, but shooters Ott Alston and Mostellier threaten from long range while Berens anchors Ohio inside. Substitutes Byham and Mills may see action to balance a weary lineup.

Ohio University Miami Oxford Butch Grover Anthony Grover Redskins Wesleyan Ohio Wesleyan Mostellier Miami Quint Vernotzy Hogan Buckeye Ohio Bernard Berens Bobcats Berens Ed Byham Roy Mills Butch Brown Reichiey Byham Mills

Coaching tempers flare over college basketball tactics

An interview with a New York coach discusses blocking and collisions in college basketball. He notes the sport’s rougher edges and debates whether drills and teaching can curb aggressive play while acknowledging older players and pro comparison comments.

College star praised for solo baskets amid crowd pressure

The remark notes a college star who often drives alone toward the basket, drawing multiple defenders. It reflects on how a standout player can face intense crowd reactions and physical play during games.

Ruth and family head to Florida for spring

Babe Ruth his wife and stepdaughter Julia left New York and were bound for Florida arriving in St Petersburg tonight for spring training with the baseball royal family.

New York U.P Babe Ruth Julia St. Petersburg

Campbell Faces 90 50 Odds in Danger Run

Daytona Beach report notes bookmaker quotes even money for Campbell surviving the speed run in the Blue Bird. Henry McLemore describes Campbell as a fearless, lifelong racer who loves the thrill, with mechanics confirming racing runs in his blood and eyes that light up at the roar of Blue Bird.

Daytona Beach Fla Malcolm Campbell Steven Campbell Malcolm England Harry Leech Harry Bluebird Ike

State Meets Army In Intersectional Basketball Clash

Ohio State faces Army in a high profile basketball game at Columbus Coliseum expected to draw about 6000 fans. The Buckeyes, led by Harold Olsen, aim to refine their scoring before the Western Conference season at Illinois.

Columbus U.R Ohio State Army Warriors University of Illinois West Point Harold Olsen Bob Colburn Lew Hinchman Bill Hasket Howard Mattison Bill Beitner Minnesota Wisconsin Hosket Mattison Kenerick Neely Low Nee

Wittenberg Tops DePauw In Tight Non-Conference Bout

Wittenberg earned its eighth win with a 35 to 33 victory over DePauw University in a clean fast-paced non-conference game. Elwood Pitzer led Wittenberg with 14 points while DePauw’s Graham scored nine.

Pringfield

Heidelberg Tops Bowling Green In Three Overtimes

Heidelberg defeated Bowling Green 42 to 39 after three overtime periods in an Ohio Conference game. Fisher led Heidelberg with 19 points while Shupe Shaffer and Matose each had 11 for their teams.

Bowling Green U.P Heidelberg Ohio Fisher Shupe Shaffer Matose

Athens County Boxers Advance After District Amateur Bout

Three Athens County youths survive the district round of the American Legion amateur boxing tournament at the Armory. William Smith Millfield and Robert Hutcheson Athens battle through two bouts each with Smith defeating Lewis Connell of Logan and Grant Roberts of Pomeroy. Bart Wyers Athens outpoints Alex Molnar of Glouster to reach sectional eliminations next week alongside Hutcheson and Smith.

Athens County American Legion The Armory Robert Hutcheson Athens William Smith Millfield Bart Wyers Smith Hutcheson Lewis Connell Logan Grant Roberts Pomeroy Don Lewis Gallipolis Ralph Welker Welker Alex Molnar Glouster Bill Wyers Molnar Wyers Aaron Kelton James Weed Albany Billy Hughes Wood Louis Preston Dwight Gleason Preston Gleason Virgin Cross Malcolm Jackson Bill Crumley Ervin

Hounds and Bulldogs Set for Southeast Ohio League Showdown

Nelsonville Greyhounds host Athens Bulldogs tonight in a key league duel that could lift Nelsonville to second place. Bolin and Wade Uatch pace Athens, while Nelsonville counters with a balanced scoring lineup and strong defense. Preceding the varsity game, the junior high rivalry opens at 7:30 with no reserved seats.

Nelsonville Nelsonville Greyhounds Athens Bulldogs Greyhounds Athens Vantis Bolin Wade Uateh

Corbett in Critical Condition Reported Today

The condition of James J. Corbett heavyweight champion remained unchanged today. He was reported very low and weaker than at any time since his recurring heart ailment became critical.

Bayside W—U James J. Corbett

Toledo Club Sale Expected To Be Announced

Bondholders of the Toledo baseball club prepared to reveal a syndicate of Toledo men as purchasers after hours of talks with the holders. Reuben Betchter said he acted as agent for the syndicate and refused to name the buyers. Cleveland Todiana had set today as a deadline for options on American Association players.

Toledo U.P Toledo Baseball Club Reuben Betchter Wittenberg College Cleveland Todiana Cleveland American Association

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