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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1932

Page

9

Ohio Beats Marshall Lac key in rally to win by 29 26

The Ohio Bobcats rallied to defeat Marshall College of Huntington West Virginia 29 26 at Huntington. Harry Lackey sparked the comeback with three quick baskets in the second half as John Trace led the Bobcats with 11 points. Trace fouled late and made two free throws to seal the win.

Lackey Trace Shine Bobcats Mitch Hio Marshall College of Candelot Morris Marshall John Trace Trace Harry Lackey Ohio Harry Gill McMillan Strickland Cnianogamideuns Scnuk Rocuns Seihesie Aekk Marshall, Or Assist Alent Opine Isnitipindaahacis Crea Demnianimeen Wick Wenomons

Wellston Quint to Oppose Bulldogs on Local Four Friday

Athens High School Bulldogs face Wellston here on Friday after back to back games with Pomeroy and Logan. The schedule includes four road contests in February, at Logan Middleport Marietta and Nelsonville, before a Feb 26 home game with Marietta.

Wellston Quint Bulldogs Pete McKinley Athens Pomeroy Logan Wellston Middleport Marietta Nelsonville McKinleymen Panthers Loran Bolin Stacy Speiser Fields Severson Whipple Oxley Tribe Croy

University adopts coupon plan to boost Bobcats crowds

The University will test a coupon promotion used in Cincinnati and Dayton to fill seats at the Muskingum game. A 25 cent coupon from The Messenger ad tomorrow buys a reserved seat at advance sale stores Logan's or Eithrline's, with no door redemption. The plan follows football success and aims to draw larger home crowds.

H1io University Ohio Bobcats Bird Messenger Eith-Rline’s Logan's the Messenger Cincinnati Dayton

Dean Shatzer Proposes Intra Mural Grid Reform

Springfield reports Dr. C. C. Shatzer dean of Wittenberg College urges a college football reconstruction focusing on intra mural play to limit intercollegiate games, end scouting, curb professionalism, and keep games as a contest between players not coaches. He advocates 20 plus intra mural squads and only a few intercollegiate matches annually.

Pringfield U.P C. C. Shatzer Wittenberg College Shatzer United Press Dr. Shatzer Wittenberg

Scientists Lead Ohio Conference Baseball Run

The chase Scientists with Mt. Union led Ohio Conference teams with a 24 to 18 win over Kenyon after a two week layoff. They trailed 12 to 6 at halftime but surged in the second half to secure the victory.

Cleveland Chase Mt. Union Ohio Kenyon

Firestones fall to Celtics 43 20 in rough Akron tilt

In Akron on January 28 the Cleveland Rosenblum Celtics defeated the Akron Firestones 43 to 20 after a bruising game marked by 48 personal fouls. The foul-filled clash showcased the Celtics’ edge and the Firestones’ struggle to score.

Akron Cleveland Rosenblum Celtics Akron Firestones

Evolution of boxing gear and its impact on fighting styles

The author contrasts modern padded gloves with bare fists and two-ounce gloves from earlier eras, arguing wider hitting areas reduce accuracy and increase fouling. Recalled are London prize ring practices with spiked shoes and tight pantaloons, including anecdotes of Sam Fitzpatrick cutting Jackson’s breeches in 1891 to free his limbs.

London Jack McAuliffe Jimmy Carroll Jim Corbett Peter Jackson

Miller to Claim Featherweight Title After No Contest

In Cincinnati on January 28 the Battalino vs Miller featherweight bout ended in a no contest after referee Lou Bauman walked out as both men fought. Battalino weighed well over the limit and Miller, who weighed 122 1/2, argues he earned the title and will petition the commission for vindication. Dr Wilzbach and the officials cited Battalino’s lack of effort. Miller says his purse should be honored and the title awarded.

Carl Wilebach The Cincinnati Boxing Commission Lou Bauman Battalino Miller Battaiino Cincinnati Commission Dr. Wilzbach

Evolution of Boxing Trunks and Color Rules

The excerpt notes changes in boxing attire with leg wear transitions after Peter's injury. It recalls early loose trunks seen on Kid McCoy in Europe and explains current rules requiring two color combinations. The inspector assigns which colors fighters must wear.

Peter Kid McCoy Europe

College football results roundup from several matchups

Ohio U defeated Marshall 26 to 20 while Colorado College beat Western State 42 to 23. Virginia topped Hampden Sydney 23 to 19 and Case University beat Kenyon 24 to 18. Central defeated Penn College 26 to 24. Morehead State edged Blufield 47 to 20. Army won over Coast Guard 36 to 25. Navy beat VMI 30 to 19 as Penn defeated Penn State 27 to 23 and St Johns triumphed over DePaul 35 to 21. Santa Clara edged California 20 to 19 and San Francisco University beat St Marys 28 to 17.

Ohio U Marshall Colo. College Western State Virginia Hampden Sidney Case Kenyon Central Penn College Morehead Blufield W. Va Army Coast Guard Academy Navy Penn Penn State St. Johns DePaul Santa Clara California San Francisco University St. Mary’s

Columbus Assured of New Ball Park

The Columbus baseball club in the American Association will have a $300000 stadium and park ready by July 1. Contracts will be let, work starts soon, and the project will utilize a 33 acre city tract bought for $40000. The Columbus Red Birds will play at the old park until July 1.

Columbus U.R Columbus Baseball Club American Association St. Louis Cardinal L. 8. MacPhail Columbus Red Birds

Technical fouls in basketball described with penalties

The article lists technical fouls in basketball as delays or rule breaches not involving personal contact. Examples include protesting decisions, substituted players not reporting, unapproved court access, and coaching from the sidelines. Penalties include free throws and possible disqualification.

Dall Decisioa

25 000 Purse Set For Pesek Landos Wrestling Match

Cleveland January 28 Walter Taylor match maker offers a 25000 purse for a championship wrestling bout between John Pesek of Columbus and Jim Landos of New York. He states he will post the money anytime both agree to wrestle in Cleveland.

Cleveland U.P John Pesek Columbus Jim Landos New York Walter Taylor Taylor

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