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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1943
Page
13
Major league teams end unconventional spring conditioning in the North and head to home parks or nearby foes for a two week exhibition season. War restrictions limit games to at most 15 and indoor workouts predominate, with managers noting outdoor conditioning remains essential for baseball.
Moray Eby reflects on 29 years at Coe College and the era of great teams. He recalls Eddie Hines steering Beloit in 1928 to a 67 0 rout, players like Ed Barrows, George Collins, and Barrows' brothers, and efforts to fund gyms and recruit talent. He credits Cedar Rapids with aiding recruitment and notes the shift to wartime athletics and de-emphasis in later years.
Los Angeles AP report says Harry Danning catcher for the New York Giants must report for induction on April 6. He expects to pass the final physical, will take a seven day furlough, and jokes about switching to pitching in the army. Danning is married with a three month old daughter.
Davenport teams lead in events with wins in high hurdles and medley relay. The meet features Davenport Munson Meyer and Dopruckii securing a medley victory while Clinton and Cedar Rapids schools place high in broad jump and relay events.
Local medical staff endorse Adjusto Trusses highlighting improved support for reducible hernias. The ad invites patients to visit any day and request a personal demonstration without obligation, promising reasonable pricing and ongoing service.
Park pictures depict damage at the city maintained Daniels park base ball plant. Custodian Bill Volz inspects vandals damage to the canvas backstop, while rest room windows have been smashed and steel shutters with planking installed. Volz blames adults not kids and says they are hard to catch.
The North Central Intercollegiate conference voted to suspend official conference standings and competition. Schools may continue campus programs and schedule opponents locally, with reduced travel. The conference spring track meet was canceled amid depleted rosters from late service programs.
In Lafayette Indiana the Cleveland Indians pause spring workouts naming Gene Desautels as the top catcher over Buddy Rosar due to greater experience. Manager Lou Boudreau said Rosar could win the job if he proves more valuable later. The team heads to Muncie for a weekend series with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The YMCA reports over 200 boys took part in the Super-Commando tests this month. Top chin up scorers include Don Ogden Steve Jones David Doetzel Jim Hamilton Don Bonkamp Don Carringer Bill Selver and Don Reece all with 100. Cadets led by Gardiner Dutton and John Towner also posted high marks while juniors and intermediates showed solid results across the board.
Beacons headlone report notes Melio Bettina, famed heavyweight contender, is among five Bettina brothers serving in the armed forces. The piece highlights his status as a prominent fighter while detailing his family’s military duty during wartime.
Allied Industrial Golf League will hold its first meeting of the year next Wednesday at 730 p m at the YMCA. Officers will be elected and plans discussed for the season. Firms interest ed must send one representative per team. Kenmore’s Nick Carter announced the course opens April 10.
The article recalls Rube Waddell’s dramatic exhibitions where he called in fielders, pitched solo in long series, and amazed crowds with control and a wide array of pitches. It notes a Steelton game where he allowed others to sit out the ninth while he struck out three, showcasing his dominance and folklore status.
Eighteen days of instruction in a YMCA life saving course were completed last 10 weeks. Seventeen boys took the final test Thursday evening, with Bill Krebs John Skien Jim Grissel Mike Gunn Leo Peiffer passing all requirements. Gunn and Peiffer also passed the Scout swimming merit badge test. Makeup sessions will continue for those who did not pass.
Iowa conservation official James Harlan notes anglers will fish closer to home due to gas limits. He argues many locals have neglected near‑home spots, with city transit enabling access to surprisingly good waters. The piece blends fishing guidance with a digressive historical note on Rube Waddell.
Montreal reports the NHL trophy winner is a Chicago Blackhawks star. The veteran center earned the award in a vote by hockey writers across major cities for the league’s top performance. Runner-up was Buddy Connors of the Canadiens, with Billy Pastor of the Maple Leafs third.
The YMCA announces post season basketball games with matchups including Care Orsal Engineering against Dorm, Radsea against Century Engineering, and Burnett against Pepsi Cola. Games start Monday at 7.
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