Rockne Tribute Traced From Early Life To Tragic End
Knute Rockne famed Notre Dame coach shaped football with the forward pass and died in flight. The report details his Chicago roots, Norway birth, immigration, early work at the post office, Notre Dame rise, and family reactions as the campus prepares for a high requiem at Sacred Heart church.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Knute Rockne
Iris
Gus Dories
University of Detroit
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Notre Dame
Dorias
Cedar Point
Ohio
Knute
Dora
Dorais
Norway
America
New
Voss
Logan Square
West Side
University of Illinois
Rockne Remains Notre Dame Idol After Death
The article honors Knute Rockne as a fearless coach and leader whose open attack on football's past methods helped build the Fighting Irish. It recalls Gipp’s famous plea to win one for the Gipper and notes Rockne’s lasting influence on college football and Notre Dame. The piece cites Rockne’s five undefeated Notre Dame teams and his philosophy of speed and innovation. A separate note reports all day prayer services at First Baptist Church led by the Woman’s Missionary Union with gatherings through the afternoon.
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Alan Gould
Associated Press
New York
Knute Rockne
Rockne
University of Notre Dame
Fighting Irish
Notre Dame
Rock
George Gipp
Army
South Pend
Wizard of
Tex Rickard
First Baptist Church
Woman’s Missionary Union
Rev. Inc
Greatest Leader Football Passes
The Allen Academy coach T F Puny Wilson mourns the death of Knute Rockne of Notre Dame. He praises Rockne as a genius who popularized the game and shaped its traditions while reflecting on the lasting impact of his coaching and influence on players and future games.
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T. F
Puny) Wilson
Allen Academy
Knute Rockne
Notre Dame
Rockne
Rockne Death Sparks Esteemed Players To Plan Mourning Delegation
The article reports the shock and sorrow at Notre Dame over Rockne's death with memories from famed players. A delegation from the university, including Marchy Schwartz, Hank Anderson, and Jack Chevigny, plans to claim the body as officials seek Jesse Harper for comment.
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Rockne
Marchy Schwartz
Ramblers
Father O'Donnell
Hank Anderson
Jack Chevigny
Jesse Harper
Leader Is Lost To Athletics in Death of Rockne
Deep regret was expressed by Coach Matty Bell of Texas A and M College and by other athletic department members over the fatal accident that befell Knute Rockne, Notre Dame football mentor. Sullivan of A and M College said intercollegiate athletics have lost their best friend and Rockne was a leader for fair play.
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Rockne
Dallas
New York
Mr. Sullivan
Easter egg hunt sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary
The American Legion Auxiliary will sponsor an Easter egg hunt at Sue Haswell Memorial Park on Friday afternoon starting at 4 30 p.m. The event involves three Girl Scout troops from Travis and Bowie schools operating under auxiliary sponsorship.
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American Legion Auxiliary
Sue Haswell Memorial Park
Travis
Bowie
Third Girl Scout Troop Formed At Travis School
The third troop of Girl Scouts organized by a group of 23 girls from Travis school is led by Miss Julia Schovassa as lieutenant. The troop is divided into three patrols Sunset led by Mary Alicea Wed dington Eagle led by Olive Sample and Fouricated Clover led by Jane Gray. Ten girls have passed their tenderfoot test.
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Travis School
Julia Schovassa
Mary Alicea Weddington
Olive Sample
Jane Gray
Negro held to grand jury on forgery charge
Judge Colford was held to the grand jury Tuesday afternoon by Justice J. T. McGee on a charge of forgery. His bond was fixed at $400.
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Colford
J. T. McGee
Eagle Want Ad Lets You Dispose Of Odd Items Fast
If you have an odd piece of furniture or other article to dispose of an Eagle Want Ad will turn the trick quickly.
Weekend church services appeal to all ages
Interest grows as Dr. T G Watts promotes special services this week at First Methodist and First Christian churches. Tonight women receive a sermon, with men and boys targeted Thursday and young people Friday, while all worshippers are urged to attend each 7 30 o’clock service through Easter Sunday.
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T. G. Watts
E. J. Harris
First Christian Church
Arthur A. Hyde
Bryan Attorney Urges Youth to Fight for Ordinary Citizens
A Bryan attorney urges young men to resist demagogues and corporate wealth, warning of monopolies and anti-trust encroachments. He calls for independence, moral courage, and active duty to defend citizens rights, noting college life builds friendships and character for future leadership.
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Mr. Henderson
Lions Endorse Safety Campaign by Hickox Tour
Capt. and Mrs. Art B. Hickox outlined their Texas safety campaign begun in San Antonio and later across Houston Fort Worth Beaumont Dallas Waco Cameron. Lions Club endorsed the effort as guests and announced a rifle range event at College next Tuesday with Capt. E. L. Lyons.
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Art B. Hickox
Bryan
Jno
Frank Womble
Chamber of Commerce
Lion H. O. Ferguson
Lion Babcock
Sonora
Lion A. D. Jackson
College
E. L. Lyons
Madison Bell
E. R. Bryant
D. Paul Dansty
Harry L. Durham
Charles Edge
H. O. Ferguson
F. D. Fuller
R. C. Franks
Fred Hale
W. 5. Howell
Dr. Lamar Jones
Joe Kap
Earthquake Disaster Strikes Managua During Holy Week
The Managua quake left every house shaken though many residents had traveled to the sea shore. American women and children spared by tragedy were housed in marine barracks while other homeless families sought shelter in pup tents and temporary quarters as relief was organized. Cash was offered for clean cotton rags at the Eagle Office.
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Managua
Marine Barracks
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Benton, Mo
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Fred Burke
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Missouri
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Rice Institute
Houston
Texas
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H. E. Burgess
Ed J. Harris
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Eagle
J.c.penney CO
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