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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1940

Page

9

Buckeye Grid Rivalry Poised for Wesleyan Clash

Ohio Universitys Bobcats face Old Dominion style battles as they prepare for a key game at Delaware against Ohio Wesleyan. Don Peden warns not to underestimate the Bishops while noting Wesleyans strong passing attack and the Bobcats improving offense after Furman.

Ohio University Bobcats Youngstown Furman Western Michigan Butler Ohio Wesleyan Miami Bishops Ohio Redskins Wesleyan Delaware DePauw Muskingum Wayne Western Reserve George Gauthier George Don Peden Don Bobcat

Many Stars Shining for Top Elevens

The feature highlights Penn and Michigan faces for an upcoming clash with standout linemen and backs from both sides. Fritz and Wistert anchor Michigan while Frick and Mendelson lead Penn, among a broad field of senior All-America prospects across colleges and positions.

Organize Touch Team Under Chester Riley

CHAUNCEY A group of Sugar Creek boys organize a passing touch team with leader Chester Riley of Athens. L. F. J. Mitchell L.T. H. McColley L.G. Kovalasti C. J. Bricker R.G. B. Lewis R. T. G. McColley R. F. W. Johnston Backfield Q.B. Carl Legg L.H.B. Arthur Chiki R.H.B. Bala Chiki F. B. T. Woods

Chauncey Sugar Creek Chester Riley Athens L. F J. Mitchell L.T H. McColley L.G Kovalasti C. J. Bricker R.G B. Lewis R. T G. McColley R. F W. Johnston Backfield Q.B Carl Legg L.H.B Arthur Chiki R.H.B Bala Chiki F. B T. Woods

New Bedford fight results feature Henry outpoints Derazza

In New Bedford George Henry of Milwaukee won a ten round decision over Pete Derazza of New York at 147 pounds. In New York Ernie Vigh from Newburgh knocked out Ben Brown of Atlanta at 161 pounds in two rounds.

New Bedford Mass George Henry Milwaukee Pete Derazza New York Ernie Vigh Newburgh N. Y Ben Brown Atlanta

Penn Ace Not Overawed By Tom Harmon's Feats

Francis Xavier Reagan of Penn, a 21 year old halfback, aims to outshine Michigan star Tom Harmon in the Penn Michigan game. Reagan, who lives at St Bede's chapel and attends Catholic student events, has previously outgained Harmon but calls him the greatest back he has seen. His family travels from Philadelphia to watch the matchup as Reagan seeks All American status.

Penn Tom Harmon Philadelphia Francis Xavier Reagan Michigan Frank Maryland Yale Princeton Tiger Wolverines Ann Arbor Reagan Tom Harmon University of Pennsylvania St. Bede Catholic Students’ Organization Germantown

Chitter Chatter notes from sports and society columns

Eddie Brietz reports light gossip from sports and social circles. J M Sanderson’s 29 year coaching run at Morningside College stands out amid lighter notes about Pete Snead, Pat Mullen, and a Buffalo room mate wedding gift. Dick Chapman’s French amateur trophy saga adds a playful jab at France and history.

Eddie Brietz New York J. M. Sanderson Morningside College Ian Snead Pete Hot Springs Floyd Giebbel Tiger Pat Mullen Buffalo Butch Pat West Virginia

Personal mentions unfold in wartime sports and theater chatter

Ernie Lanigan, famed press agent for the International League, eyes Cooperstown. Harry Mendel returns to Broadway after a Montreal bike race run. Bill Rayburn of McAlester, Mrs. Luther Coulter of San Angelo, and others seek information. Bo Johnson’s illegal kickoff is waved off by officials. Ed Mencken notes Walter Camp’s All-America pick to Gipp in 1920. Pepper Martin’s departure signals the Gas House in Detroit.

Ernie Lanigan International League Cooperstown Hall of Fame Ernie Harry Mendel Broadway Montreal Bill Rayburn McAlester Okla Luther Coulter San Angelo Tex Bo Johnson Ed Mencken Elizabeth City N. C George Gipp Walter Camp

Cobwebs Span Time and Name Origin Cobwebs

Cobwebs are made by a tiny spider though rarely seen at work. The word cob is an old English term for spider, linking common dust to the craft of a patient arachnid.

Tobacco consumption in the United States rises sharply in period

The report shows tobacco usage jumping from 381 million pounds to 900 million pounds, a 136 percent increase, highlighting a substantial rise in consumption within the nation.

United States

European champ Kayoes Reeves in Cleveland bout

European champion Anton Christoforidis knocked out Jim Reeves of Cleveland at 2 44 of the second round in a ten round light heavyweight fight. Reeves, a national Golden Gloves standout, had been among possible title challengers.

Cleveland Anton Christoforidis Jimmy Reeves Reeves

Six-Man Football Makes Athens Debut At Bulldog Jacket Game

Athens hosts its first six man football showcase during the Athens Middleport game. Two squads from 24 players, the All Americans Bull Puppies Buckeyes and Blue Devils, will play ten minutes between halves. Teams split into three linemen and three backs with similar rules to varsity, and a two-point kick after TD. Standings show Buckeyes nine two one, Blue Devils eight three one, Bull Puppies two seven three, All Americans one seven four.

Athens George Geyer Ray Oliver All Americans Bull Puppies Buckeyes Blue Devils Oliver Har Old Finsterwald Elmer Guseman Jerry Quest Ted Neutzling John Hyre Bill Abraham Bob Hawk Jim Westfall Bill Rose John Good Bob Cable Bob Kerns Wendel Drake George Beasley Bob Tate Dick Clippinger Bill Beckley Charles Abraham John Milar Julian Snyder Bob Ayres Alvin Rosser Dick Sands F. J. Beaseley Roy Yaw Junior Bartlett Don Moore Gerald Barstow

Notre Dame Line Brings No Standout Star to Fore

Notre Dame's six man forward wall, built by line coach Joe Boland, is praised for speed and team spirit. He notes there is no single standout. the unit includes ends Bob Dove and John O'Brien, tackles Tom Gallagher and Paul Lillis, guards Pete Kelly and John Gubanich, and center Bob Osterman.

South Bend Ind Notre Dame Joe Boland Boland Pacific Georgia Tech Carnegie Bob Dove John O'Brien Tom Gallagher Paul Lillis Pete Kelly John Gubanich Bob Osterman

Indiana Eleven At Crossroads Faces Northwestern Duel

Bo McMillin’s Indiana team enters a pivotal week with a likely Big Ten exposure depending on a win over Northwestern after a 10-6 victory vs Iowa. Harold Zimmer drives a potential running game with Hursh passing, while questions linger about Ohio State and remaining conference foes.

Bo McMillin Indiana Eleven Chicago Indiana University Northwestern Hoosiers Iowa Michigan Minnesota

Eight counties account for a quarter of U.S. manufacturing value

The text lists eight counties producing 25 percent of the nation’s total manufacturing value. They are Cook County Illinois Wayne Michigan New York New York Philadelphia Pennsylvania Los Angeles California Allegheny Pennsylvania Cuyahoga Ohio and Erie New York.

United States Cook County Ill Wayne, Mich New York N. Y Philadelphia

Noise Hazard Highlighted by Dr Foster Kennedy

Dr Foster Kennedy of Cornell warns that noise is a major hazard in modern life, contributing to chronic ill health and premature aging.

Foster Kennedy Cornell

Wrestling Results From Minneapolis Indianapolis Card

Maurice Tillett of 268 pounds from France defeated Sockeye McDonald 211 pounds of Oregon by 20 17. Jules LaRance 185 pounds from Canada beat Billy Thom Bloomington Ind in straight falls.

Minneapolis Maurice the Angel

Tough Bunch at Catholic University Boxing Line

Washington report notes every member of Catholic University's line is a boxing team member, signaling a unified squad approach and potential depth in weight classes.

Washington Catholic University

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