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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1929

Page

7

Ohio University Basketball Schedule Highlights Buckeye Clash

The 1929 30 Ohio University Bobcats basketball schedule features a headline clash with Ohio State in Columbus three days after opening in Athens. It includes a New York State tour and a Buckeye conference slate from January to February with 21 games, plus non conference bouts against Marietta Muskingum and West Liberty.

Ohio State Nisity New York State Buckeye Ohio University Bobcats Bliss College of Columbus Athens B. Grover Columbus Bobcats University of Buffalo Syracuse University Wimira A Bliss Ohio Wesleyan Ohio Marietta Muskingum West Liberty Grover Jack Burkholdes George Williams John Brammer Nolan Swackhammer Ray Hart Jerry Warshower Eugene Trace Chuck Koterba Beckwith Lockman Root Dt. Bliss University At Buffalo Buffalo Syracuse Elmira A. C Elmira Miami Wittenberg Springfield Muskinoe Zum Cincinnati Cinccinnati Denison Granville Oxford Delaware New Concord

Maynard Morrison Compared to Johnny Maulbetsch at Michigan

Maullbetsch OACH Harry Kipre hails Maynard Morrison of Royal Oak Michigan as the Wolverines’ closest rival to Johnny Maulbetsch in 15 years. Morrison, a husky 200 plus pound sophomore, returned from early injuries and is ready to show his power in the closing games. He recently displaced veteran fullback Joe Gembis in the Michigan Harvard tilt.

Harry Kipre Maynard Morrison Royal Oak Mich Johnny Maulbetsch Wolverines Morrison Maulbetseh Joe Gembis Harvard

Purdue Boilermakers Clinch 1929 Big Ten Title

United Press reports Purdue claims the 1929 Big Ten championship after a season with key wins and rivals Notre Dame, Minnesota, Northwestern, and Illinois all contending. Notre Dame undefeated eyes national recognition. Detroit and Marquette also note defections as Purdue presses toward postseason paths.

Lafayette Ind Jimmy Phelan Purdue Boilermakers Boilermaker Pittsburgh California Tulane Tennessee Notre Dame Trish Navy Carnegie Tech Southern California Northwestern Ardyv Middlewest University of Detroit Detroiters Michigan State Marquette Detroit Creighton North Dakota Indiana Minnesota Michigan Tllinois Chicago Shenyon Ohio State Illinois Gophers Mmch Soldiers Field

Did You Know That Did You Know That

The notes mention ALTER HAGEN near quitting golf for business at age close to 40. Connie Mack hailed as a promising catcher by the New York Clipper in 1887. Bobby Jones appears as a stockholder on an Atlanta team. Tennessee Halfback Gene Meiver’s long football career with no rubdown is noted. Harold Marchmount Schwartz from New Orleans is named after a fast-running horse.

Alter Hagen New York Clipper Connie Mack Atlanta Bobby Jones Gene Meiver Tennessee Mr. Schwartz Notre Dame Harold Marchmount Schwartz New Orleans Marchmount Harold

Boston man works out with Braves at summer camp

John Guluzian of Boston, a freshman baseball candidate at Florida, spent last summer working out with the Braves gaining exposure and experience with major league players.

John Guluzian Boston Florida The Braves

Birthday Surprise For Mrs Baughman In New Marshfield

In New Marshfield on November 17 a surprise birthday gathering celebrated Mrs. Baughman turning seventy six. Hosts were Mr and Mrs Jesse Baughman with guests including W A Reading family Arthur Hunter and daughter George Minameye and family Athens Hiram Baughman and Walter Hunter.

New Marshfield Jesse Baughman Baughman Daughman W. A Reading Arthur Hunter George Minameye Athens Hiram Baughman Walter Hunter

Ten Thousand Return To Work at Toledo Plants

New York reports more than 10,000 workers in automobile plants at Toledo have returned to work. Willys Overland resumes operations with 7,500 men on a five day week. Chevrolet Ohio reopens with 1,560 workers and Mather Spring Company rehiring 400 men.

New York Toledo Willys-Overland Chevrolet Motor Ohio Company Mather Spring Company Ferce

Police Detective and wife slain in Toledo home

Nov 18 UP reports marital troubles were cited as the cause in the deaths of City Detective John P. Henahan and his wife Helen who were found slain in their Toledo home on Sunday.

Sean Toledo John P. Henahan Helen

Touchdown Townson Star Of Glenmora Prep Gridiron

Eddie Townson, Glenmora halfback, dominates prep football with 27 touchdowns in five games lauding a 1455 point team total as Glenmora eyes Louisiana championship. Coach George W. May and townson inked early interest from colleges amid reports of potential big income and car perks.

Negie Foundation Eddie Townson Glenmora Eddie Gienmora Flash Townson Ttart Nevdress George W. May Louisiana New Orleans ATG AG

Husky captain Paul Jessup stars for Washington football team

Washington star Paul Jessup, a 15 foot seven inch tall tackle and roving defensive center, has been one of the sensational figures of the Far West this season. A final year competitor with the Huskies, he is regarded as one of the best tackles in the conference.

Lphotugh University Washington West Coast Paul Jessup Far West Jessup Huskies Aptains Tewartd Lyman University of Kansas W. ‘Hhh Hargiss Tle Jayhawk

Father and Son Could Play For Barons Next Year

In Birmingham Alabama a father and son act similar to the Chicago White Sox may join the Barons of the Southern League next season if Ray Caldwell helps sign Ray Jr. Ed Walsh Sr. coaches the White Sox and Ed Walsh Jr. pitches for the Sons. Jay Caldwell, 16, is a right handed pitcher six feet four inches tall, taller than his father who starred in the majors a decade ago.

Ifrmingham Ala Chicago White Sox Biringham Barons Ray Caldwell

Endurance Bowlers Do Herculean 19 Hour Session

St. Louis report recalls an endurance bowling feat as LL Jackson and J Brugnon each played 11 games in a 19 hour stretch. Jackson averaged 168 pins per game and Brugnon 166. The analysis claims each man lifted and moved about 60 000 pounds during the marathon set given a standard 18 pound ball.

ST. Louis LL. Jackson J. Brugnon Jackson Brugnon

Washington women rifle team claims coast title with paid coach

The University of Washington women’s rifle team, 1928 Pacific Coast champions, has a paid coach and has challenged 35 other teams this season.

University of Washington Theacific Coast

Perkins Stars for Kansas Wesleyan in Muddy Victory

Rupie Perkins of Kansas Wesleyan starred in a 12 to 0 win over Bethany College at Salina. The Athens backfield ace rushed for 114 yards of the team’s 126 and scored both touchdowns while returning punts for 115 yards. Coach A. B. Mackie led the squad to first place in the Kansas Conference.

Rupie Perkins Athens Kansas Wesleyan University Salina Ixas Bethany College Perkins Wesleyan A. B. Mackie Kansas

Steele Tops Dixie Guard Hails From Florida Fame

Dixie sports fans name Jimmy Steele of the University of Florida as the best guard in the South over the past four or five years. He is praised for his on court leadership and scoring ability, drawing comparisons with top Southern players.

Dixie Sport Jimmy Steele University of Florida South

Huskies Freshmen Begin Preseason Practice in Seattle

Seven Washington oarsmen who earned letters by rowing the Huskies to second place at Poughkeepsie last spring and the entire freshmen crew are listed among candidates starting pre-season workouts in Seattle.

Keepsie Seattle

Buckeye Athletic Association Standings Seen as Quiet Fall

Cincinnati reports no big upsets in the Buckeye Athletic Association as Ohio University leads with a strong record. Wittenberg and Miami trail closely while Denison and Wesleyan linger near the bottom. Upcoming games include Wittenberg at Athens and Wesleyan at Point, with a final stretch shaping the title race.

Wittenberg Wesleyan Miami Ohio U Cincinnati Buckeye Athletic Association Ohio Westeran Delaware Denison Usaford Ohio Bobcats Wealevan Witterberg Athena Mian Wittenbergy Wesleyyan Buckeye Athens Tutherana Minami Leon Denison

Muskingum Tops Wooster in Ohio Conference Fray

Muskingum remained atop the Ohio Conference standings after a 21 to 19 victory over Wooster at New Concord. Kenyon looms next for Muskingum as the Muskies aim to finish with a strong finish and maintain leadership in the league.

Ohio Bill Langer Wooster New Concord Muskingum Kenyon Gamebier Muskies Ohio State Columbus Reading Cleveland U P

Fragmentary Sports Note From Southern Meet

Fragmented OCR text mentions a captain leading a team in a tight eight moment at a December event. Names and specifics are unreadable, but it hints at a school or club athletic competition with a notable team effort.

Frhy PV Anne Philtipian Erenen Iaat Sasen Tear Lelsa Heaxiig Livinton Thia Wihyter

Portly crowd to fill stadium for Florida rally

About thirty thousand are expected to attend the rally at the stadium, as preparations begin for the event. Officials expect a large turnout and have organized security and seating arrangements.

Tootbett Stadium Florida

Railroads Provide 99.97 Percent of Freight Cars Shipped

The railroads of America supplied 99.97 percent of the freight cars requested by shippers in 1928, a near perfect record that showcases their contribution to commerce and industry dependent on transportation.

Igheis Railroads of America Emson

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