Penn Conquers Cornell Before Huge Crowd in 1925 Classic
In Philadelphia on November 26, a crowd of about 10,000 watched Pennsylvania defeat Cornell 7 to 0 in a dramatic football showdown. Penn outskirmished Cornell and capitalized on a key fumble by Tilton, while Cornell failed to punch through Penn’s staunch defense and missed several scoring chances inside the Penn ten-yard line.
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Remembering James Hammill Draws City Fans to St Luke's
Pinch Hitter Bridgeport fans honor James Hammill with a wake at St Luke's Church from 1:30 to 2:30 PM before his funeral. Hundreds expected, reflecting Hammill's popularity shown by a flood of hospital inquiries. Observers note strong support for his widow through upcoming benefit games as local basketball debates loom.
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Port Chester Defeats Y. W. M. I in Opener
Port Chester Big Five defeated the M H A basketball team 40 to 29 at Colonial hall. Masline, ex New York University captain, led the visitors with solid form while Port Chester’s passing impressed. The locals battled to a 14 all tie at halftime before the visitors pulled away in the second half.
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Shelton Defeats Derby 12 to 0 in Annual Rivalry
Shelton High School rose to a tie for first in the Naugatuck Valley league after a 12 to 0 victory over Derby. In the second half, Shelton quarterback Symonds broke through Toose for a 50 yard TD, and fullback Lockwood returned a blocked punt 45 yards for another score.
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Notre Dame Falls to Nebraska 17 0 Before 45000 Fans
Nebraska defeats Notre Dame 17 to 0 at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln before a record 45000 fans. Captain Ed Weir kicks four points, and a strong Cornhusker defense shuts down Notre Dame’s passing game. Rhoades scores on a three‑play series and Brown to Mandery adds a Nebraska TD on a 32‑yard pass.
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Bella Is Star as Stamford Wins 13 to 0
Stamford High School capped its football season with a 13 to 0 victory over Brooklyn Boys High. All scoring came in the first quarter as fullback Bella Stamford caught a 25 yard TD pass and then returned a punt 25 yards for another. Scalzi added the extra point after the second score. Bella left with strained ligaments and was replaced by Eddie Duffy. Sonny Cohen led Brooklyn with a 40 yard run and several shorter gains.
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Cowboys Beat Bulldogs 17 to 0 in Connecticut clash
Hartford November 26 AP The Kansas City Cowboys passed to a clear win over the Cleveland Bulldogs 1924 NPFL champions in the league’s first Connecticut game at Clarkinfield. The decisive margin came as the defense held firm most of the contest while a single 60 yard dash by Dave Noble broke through for a late gain.
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Colorado Aggies Win Mountain Championship
The Colorado Aggies clinched the Rocky Mountain Conference title by routing Wyoming 40 to 6 in Fort Collins, while Utah University lost to the Utah Aggies in Salt Lake City.
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Syracuse Names Victor Hanson 1924 Football Captain
Victor Hanson of Syracuse University was chosen captain of the 1924 football team after today's game with Columbia at the Bolo Grounds. Hanson is a Syracuse native.
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Stamford Blues Open With Loss Against Triangle Team
Stamford Blues fall 24 to 26 in their opener against the St Augustine Triangles of New York Carlson forward for the Blues scored 12 points on six baskets as top scorer.
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Kaceys to Face White Plains in Saturday Game
The Knights of Columbus basketball team will meet White Plains combine in a regular Saturday game at Kacey Hall tomorrow night. White Plains is among Westchester's fastest teams and expected to challenge. The Catholic Community Girls will play Lordship in the preliminary. Lineups show Hoffman Hart Cunningham Maher Baldwin McGraw Tucker Rowe Masten Cretellar Dondero.
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Howard Lincoln Tie in East Negro Championship Game
Philadelphia news filed that Howard and Lincoln Universities played to a scoreless tie in the annual Negro football championship of the east. Both sides threatened near the goal but failed to score, with defenses holding under the shadows of each other’s goal.
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Grange saves game for Bears amid injuries and cheered finale
Grange produced a decisive punt return and key runs to lift the Chicago Bears over the Cardinals 9 to 0 in a tense Thanksgiving matchup. After the game Grange faced a rough scene as he sustained a black eye and managed prize winnings reported around $80,000 in receipts with his share near four percent.
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