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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 29, 1930

Page

5

Ohio Bobcats ready for floodlight test at Butler

Ohio University Bobcats travel to Indianapolis Friday for a Veer duel with Butler University after a 27 0 season opener vs Wilmington College. Coach Don Peden aims to smooth offense, improve back handling and quicker interference as the team debuts under lights.

Wilmington College Ohio Univers Bobcats Indianapolis Don Cc. Peden Butler University Cats Quakers Peden

Big Ten Threats Shape Up as 1930 Season Opens

United Press reports Northwestern and Purdue as early favorites with Ohio State and Minnesota emerging as serious threats. Ohio State impressed in a Mt Union tuneup, while Minnesota and Vanderbilt loom as key tests as all ten teams begin action this week across the conference.

United Press Baylor Lafayette Ohio State Indiana Columbus Minnesota Vanderbilt Madineapolis Ilinois Town State Urbana Michigan Michigan State Ann Arbor Wisconsin Carleton Madison Chicago Hillsdale Ripon Iowa Oklahoma A. & C Iowa City Mt. Union Willaman West Fesler Buckeyes Ohio Ross Giughes Pat Page Northwestern Tulane Gophers South Dakota Evanston Purdue Bob Zuppke Zuppke Scarlet and Gray Salem Sam Willaman Bucks

Chesser's Record Marred by Losses in Twilight League

In Nelsonville Athena pitcher Chesser drops two straight decisions, ending a season lead in batting at .429 while Jon Dalton takes the top pitching mark. Daltons two wins without a loss highlight a season of strong individual totals across batting, RBIs, doubles, and strikeouts.

Nelsonville Chesser Athena Terriers Jon Dalton George Garner Chevrolet Hurler Smith Garner Chest Athena Strattons Chevrolets

Buckeye A A Elevens Show Real Strength

Cincinnati reports five Buckeye Association football elevens opening 1930s season. Miami University, Indiana, Cincinnati, Denison, Ohio Wesleyan, Ohio University results noted with scores and prospects. Standout sophomores at Cincinnati and Don Teden’s Ohio U outlook highlighted.

Buckeye AA Cincinnati Buckeye Association Chester Pittser Miami University Big Reds Indiana University Bloomington Miami Indiana Wilbur Cartwright Cedarville George Lbabcock University of Cincinnati Learcats HB. A. A Ohio Wesleyan Marshall College Delaware Ohio University Wilmington Athens

Ohio Harriers Open Season With Delaware Drill Meet

Ohio University cross country starts the schedule Saturday with a dual meet at Delaware against Ohio Wesleyan. The Bishops bring three holdovers from last year's strong squad as they host the Buckeye Conference cross country meet at Selby Field on November 22.

Ohio University Delaware Ohio Wesleyan Buck Ve Selby Field

Farmers Save Wheat For Winter Feed In Ohio Report

Columbus report notes farmers retain wheat as winter fodder due to prices 10 to 15 cents under corn. World supply ample and Soviet cut-rate selling dampens U S exports. Canadian crop up 25 percent year over year with 385 million bushels. U S terminal stocks about 22.62 million bushels. Major wheat centers include Minneapolis Kansas City Duluth and Chicago.

Columbus Carl J. West Ohio Farm Bureau Corporation Europe Canada Ohio United States Minneapolis Kansas City Duluth Chicago

Prince Leopold of Bavaria Dies in Munich

German field marshal Prince Leopold of Bavaria died at his Munich home from pneumonia. He commanded the German army in the east during the war’s early years and was 85 years old.

Berlin Leopold of Bavaria Germany East Munich

Bobcats Open Season With Mixed Display Against Wilmington

Ohio University coach Don Peden used a wide rotation in the Wilmington game, evaluating 18 to 20 players as he reshapes the lineup for tougher tests ahead. The win on the road exposed depth but left questions about a strongest squad and readiness for Butler and upcoming conference play.

Columbus Ohio State Indiana University Don Peden Wilmington Bobcats Ohio Wesleyan Miami Denison University of Cincinnati Ohio IE Bobcats Southeastern Ohio Cats Bobcat Peden Indianapolis Buller Butler Hoosiers Indiana Central Ohio University Indiana

Ruth on Hill As Season in Majors Ends

The season ends with goals for the world series setup Philadelphia Athletics versus St. Louis in Philadelphia. Babe Ruth returns to pitching for the Yankees in a 9-3 win over the Red Sox. Dizzy Dean debuts with the Cardinals in a 3-1 win over the Pirates.

Ruth On New York Philadelphia Athletics St. Louis Philadelphia Babe Ruth New York Yankees Boston Red Sox Dizzy Dean Houston Cardinals Pittsburgh Pirates Washington Athletics General Crowder Cincinnati Chicago Cubs Reds Carl Hubbell New York Giants Phillies Fred Leach Hollis Thurston Brooklyn Boston Braves Chicago White Sox Detroit J. Louis Cleveland Browns Indians

Nine Lettermen Back at Chauncey

Chauncey Deever high school begins football season under coach RR. H. Wyle a Cedarville College graduate. Nine lettermen return with a light squad and opening game versus The Plains set for October 3 at home.

Chauncey Chauncey-Deever High School RR. H. Wyle Cedarville College Wyle Chauncey Eleven

Drury Drugs Open Season With 19 4 Win Over Zanesville Monarchs

Glouster's Drury Drugs, an independent football team, defeated Zanesville Monarchs 19 to 4 at the American Legion grounds. Scoring included a touchdown on a punt return, a pass to Hoffman for a TD, and a later score after a recovered fumbled punt. About 400 fans attended.

Glouster Drury Drugs Zanesville Monarchs American Legion Rine Thne Plunkes Vistors B. Gatehel Hoffman Anderson Stoecklein Pope Kelly Zaneaville

Athletes face World Series opener as Cards arrive in Philly

In Philadelphia the St Louis Cardinals arrive for the World Series against the Philadelphia Athletics. Lefty Grove is expected to start for the A’s in the opener. Connie Mack remains tight lipped about lineup while the Cards aim to surprise with late-season momentum.

Grove Connie Connie Mack Cardinals Chicago Cubs Howard Khmke Khmke al Sime Mens Jimms Foxx Cochrane Anletics Sericea

Rash Romance Mounts in a Grandhouse Awakening

Celia Mitchell enters a new life in the Mitchell household and meets her stern grandmother. The maid Martha helps, Celia adjusts to luxury, homesickness, and hints of strict household duties as Mrs. Mitchell tests her plans and suitability. Celia studied stenography in Baltimore, a detail scrutinized.

Celia Cella Mise Miga Mitchell Alwaye Martha Mrs. Mitchell Aline Mitchell Baltimore Pen

Celia Faces Disdain Over Family Backward Look

A girl named Celia endures a stern warning from Mrs. Mitchell about her beauty and supposed family status. The discussion reveals social judgments and class prejudice as Celia confronts insinuations about her mother and origins. The scene ends with Celia pending further developments.

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