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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1936

Page

7

Bobcats Rise in Buckeye Title Race After Back-To-Back Wins

Mitch notes the Don Peden era Bobcats have transformed from a weak start to a three way Buckeye Conference chase after consecutive victories over Cincinnati and Dayton. He questions whether the team could have scored more if required, highlighting surprising progress this season.

Bobcats Don Peden Purdue Dayton Ohio Wesleyan Delaware Wesleyan Miami Redskins Cincinnati Ohio Goody Marcks Johnny Chernitski Ralph Mohler Chernitski Goody Cherniteki

Fred Perry Turns Professional

Fred Perry the world’s top amateur tennis player has turned pro and will debut in January at Madison Square Garden. New York promoter Jack Krindler signed Perry for a U S tour and says he will face Ellis worth Vines of California, former U S Amateur champion, in the opener.

New York Fred Perry Madison Square Garden Jack Krindler Perry United States Ellisworth Vines California U. S

Ohio, Miami, Marshall in 3-Way Fight

Ohio University stays in the Buckeye Conference title chase as Miami and Marshall win to stay in contention. Western Reserve leads in scoring and defense as Cincinnati and Ohio Wesleyan play to a scoreless tie. Rocked by mixed results, teams face key showdowns this weekend.

Clevelanders John Carroll Baldwin-Wallace Ohio University of Toledo Reserve Bereans Wayne Detroit Baldwin- Wallace Edwards Mount Union Wilberforce Bluffton Western Reserve Buckeye University of Dayton Ohio University University of Cincinnati Ohio Wesleyan Ohio U Miami Marshall Cumberland Huntington Wesleyan Delaware Muskingum Wooster Marietta Kent State Bowling Green Ashland Denison Case Oberlin Ohio Northern Capital Kenyon Otterbein Rio Grande Glenville W. Va University of Louisville Holbrook Hiram Bethany University of Akron

Crowley Grooms Rams for Rose Bowl Bid

Fordham Rams under Jim Crowley take the inside track for the East’s Rose Bowl bid after a 15 0 win over Purdue. Marquette Alabama Northwestern Notre Dame Navy and others also shaped bowl prospects as Western teams faced post season bans and upsets altered the race.

Crowley Grooms RAMS NEW York U.P Jim Crowley Fordham Rams Pasadena Calif

Split Season Abandoned By Mid Atlantic Loop

The Mid Atlantic Baseball League drops its split season plan and adopts the Shaughnessy playoff format. The 1937 season opens May 4 with a 126 game schedule. pennant winner determined from regular season plus four-team post season. Portsmouth franchise vacancy remains open while Akron Canton Dayton Zanesville and others hold spots. Montreal convention to set prize details.

Zanesville U.P Mid- Atlantic Baseball League Shaughnessy International League American Association National Association of Minor Leagues Montreal Portsmouth Akron Canton Dayton Ohio Charleston Huntington W. Va Johnstown

Bronco Nagurski Dominates Giants In Bears Victory

Henry McLemore notes Bronco Nagurski's unstoppable power for the Chicago Bears in a 25 to 7 win at the Polo Grounds over the New York Giants. Nagurski carries 15 to 20 times, breaking tackles as his headlong style and own interference drive gains. He remains the era’s fiercest ball carrier and a potent force for Chicago’s championship defense.

Henry McLemore United Press New York U.P Fordham Rams Purdue Polo Grounds Bronco Nagurski Bronco Giants Chicago Bears Nagurski Minnesota Clarence Doc) Spears University of Toledo Bears Feathers Hewitt Michaels

Booth Sparks Ohio State Sophs in 44 0 Triumph Over Chicago

Ohio State rolled to a 44 0 victory over Chicago as sophomores starred. Bill Booth led the charge with a touchdown a perfect 26 yard field goal and two extra points, while 18 freshmen saw action and 42 players used. Schmidt praised the sophomore unit as strong for the Illinois game set for Champaign.

Columbus U.P Ohio Stadium Ohio State University of Chicago Bob Zuppke Illinois Bucks Champaign Bill Booth East Liverpool Booth Zuppke Red" Grange Earl Britton Illini Francis A. Schmidt Schmidt Maroons Ohio Chicago Alex Schoenbaum Mike Kabealo Tippy” Dye Frank Antonucci Merle Wendt

Northwestern Clinches Big Ten Title in Upset-Free Week

Northwestern captured the conference crown with a 26 to 18 win over Wisconsin as Minnesota and Ohio State dominated, Michigan fell to Penn 27 to 7, while Indiana edged Syracuse 9 to 7 and Marquette kept undefeated status with a late punt return. The Wildcats seek national honors with two remaining games, aiming to extend their unbeatenn and top ranking amid strong offensive showings.

Crimson Tide Tennessee Tulane Northwestern Minnesota Wisconsin Wildcats Santa Clara Steve Toth Evanston Badgers Michigan Notre Dame Ohio State Ing Clarence Tommerson Roy Bellin Badger Don Heap Don Geyer Ollie Adelman Bernie Jefferson Fred Vanzo Marquette Middlewest Art Guepe Creighton Towa Chicago Gophers Town Ohio Indiana Syracuse George Miller Invaders Pennsylvania Wolverines Penn Philadelphia Purdue Illinois Iowa

Former Glouster Resident Dies in Pontiac

Charles Phelps aged 45 of Pontiac Michigan a former Hollister and Glouster resident died Wednesday in a Pontiac hospital after a major operation. He is survived by his wife and daughter Lyndell at home and a brother Edward Phelps of Hollister. The funeral was held in Pontiac Saturday at 10 AM with burial there.

Glouster Charles Phelps Pontiac Mich Hollister Mr. Phelps Lyndell Edward Phelps Hiram Deem Ralph Roy Deem Bessie Slater R. ©. Deem

Lane Fined on Drunk and Disorderly Charge

Joe Lane of this city pleaded guilty to a drunk and disorderly charge at arraignment before Justice of the Peace Thomas Gamwell. He was fined 20 dollars and costs totaling 28.70 and sentenced to 90 days in the county jail, suspended for good behavior. Lane was arrested Saturday evening by Marshal Fred Heck and Constable George Love.

Glouster Joe Lane Court of Justice of the Peace Thomas Gamwell Lane Fred Heck George Love

Glouster Bowlers Fall to Parkersburg in Tilt

Glouster team from Wolf & Sons bowling alley journeyed to Parkersburg Saturday and lost a three game match by 107 pins. Both teams are now even after Parkersburg’s prior loss in Glouster. The final playoff rematch is set for next Saturday night in Glouster.

Glouster Wolf & Sons Bowling Alley Parkersburg

Returns From Hospital Glouster

Mrs Claude Exline was brought to her home near Red town Sunday from St Francis Hospital Colum bus by local ambulance. She underwent a major operation at the hospital three weeks ago. Miss Grace Batterson head of Home Economics at Lockland High School and her sister Miss Margaret Ohio University Athens spent Saturday in this city with Miss Esta Cunningham. Miss Batterson formerly taught at Glouster High School.

Glouster Claude Exline Redtown St. Francis Hospital Columbus Exline Grace Batterson Lockland High School Margaret Ohio University Athens Esta Cunningham Batterson Glouster High School

Joint Legion and Auxiliary Social Night Set

Members of Frank McCann Post American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary will hold a joint social night in the Legion hall on Wednesday evening. The Auxiliary will serve refreshments, and all members of both organizations are urged to attend.

Glouster Lodge to Confer Master Mason Degree

Two candidates will receive the Master Mason degree at a special communication of Glouster Lodge No. 607 F A M to be held Wednesday night. Refreshments will be served.

Glouster Glouster Lodge

Melody Makers of Glouster Entertained

The Melody Makers were entertained by Miss Jessie Janchius at her Maple Street home in Glouster. Virginia Morris gave a German music paper, Mrs Weymueller read more on Germany and performed songs. The program featured piano solos, duets, vocal solos, and selections from Melody Studies with prize winners Bobby Weymueller and Billy Kleinman. Lunch for 14 members and two visitors followed.

Lois Balderson Barbara Beal Gloria Heck Bobby Weymueller Cynthia Richardson Billy Kleinman Mra. Weymueller Lois Thalderson Lil

Mrs Stacey McDonald Taken For Treatment In City

Mrs Stacey McDonald was taken to Grant Hospital Saturday for treatment. Her condition is described as serious. She is accompanied by her husband who remained at the hospital with her.

Glouster Stacey McDonald Grant Hospital

Kiwanis Club to Meet in Glouster Tuesday

The Glouster Kiwanis Club will hold its regular weekly meeting Tuesday at noon in the Hotel Gordon.

Kiwanis Glouster Kiwanis Club Hotel Gordon

Archer couple visits Beckley as Porter hosts

Mr and Mrs J H Archer are guests of their nephew G C Porter and Mrs Porter in Beckley West Virginia Porter a former Glouster boy is part owner and manager of the local theater

Glouster J. H. Archer Beckley W. Va G. C. Porter Mrs. Porter Mr. Porter

Packers and Bears Tie for Western League Lead

The Packers loss to the Boston Redskins 7 to 3 and the Bears beat the New York Giants 25 to 7 keep both teams tied for first in the NFL western division. Detroit Lions won 28 to 3 over the Pirates and the Cardinals defeated the Eagles 13 to 0.

NEW York Green Bay’ Packers Chicago Bears Packers Boston Redskins Bears New York Giants Detroit Lions Pittsburgh Pirates Chicago Cardinals Philadelphia Eagles Cleveland Rams Boston Brooklyn Pittsburgh

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