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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1940

Page

2

Verink leads Coe sophomores to track meet win

Sophomore Fred Verink won the 100 and 220 yard dashes, broad jump, discus, and tied for first in high jump as Coe College hosts a home track meet. He totaled 241 points while Stoutner tied for high jump and Was second in pole vault. Verink also anchored the sorority relay team to victory.

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Stanford Runners Set 3:10.5 Mark For Mile Relay

Stanford University's crack four man relay team on Saturday broke the world record for the mile relay with a time of 3 10.5. The old mark of 3 11.6 was set by USC four years ago at Fresno. Clyde Jeffrey ran the final lap for the Stanford quartet, joined by Charley Shaw Fernie Clark and Craire Williamson.

Palo Alto Calif Ins Stanford University University of Southern California Fresno Clyde Jeffrey Charley Shaw Fernie Clark Craire Williamson

Mumps Hurdler Van Dora Out. Cedar Falls Referee Carpenter Highlighted

Don Van Dora misses two to three weeks with mumps, jeopardizing Wilson Highs track prospects and district eliminations on May 11. Honorary ref Mil lington F Carpenter of University High, a philosophy PhD and English department head, is announced as referee for the State Teachers College relays at Cedar Falls. The piece notes Linn County baseball tournaments on April 26-27, six American Legion Junior baseball teams, and local six-man football absence. It also covers six-man football not spreading, and baseball-leading county schools with fall schedules, field readiness at Caniels Park, and recent changes to the diamond infield.

Don van Dura Wilson van Dora State Teachers College Cedar Falls Millington F. Carpenter University High Carpenter Iowa University of Chicago Linn Coggan American Legion Caniels Park Legion Boys Gable Cedar Rapids Jim Harris Bob Otto Prospect Maher Pettit Hank Miller Ida Grove Parker Des Moines Jens Norgaard al Eddy Diehl Howard Jones

Weather Cancels Late Season Baseball Across Cities

Exhibition games in Washington Baltimore Louisville Philadelphia Brooklyn Cincinnati Boston and Chicago were postponed or canceled due to cold wet grounds and wintry conditions. Several matchups including Washington versus Washington A and Baltimore tints, Louisville-Philadelphia tNt versus Philadelphia, and White Sox versus Cubs were called off as cold weather disrupted the schedule.

Washington Baltimore Louisville Philadelphia tNt Brooklyn New York Brooks Cincinnati

Iawa State Teachers Triumph Over Iawa State J

Iawa State Teachers defeated Iawa State J 13 to 8. Orleaza earned a 1 0 record, Hiinots Itt. Northwestern posted 7 A while Maskelliki St. John's scored 5. Kansas State and Kansas JV combined for a 4 score.

Iawa State Iawa State J. Wisconsin Orleaza Hiinots Northwestern Maskelliki St. John’s Kansas State Kansas

Indians option Rogina to Jersey City for shortstop duty

The Cleveland Indians optioned 21 year old Louis Rogina to Jersey City of the International League with the understanding he would be used regularly at shortstop. Rogina played with Cedar Rapids of the Three-Eye League last season and trained with the Tribe this spring.

Cleveland Cleveland Indians Louis Rogina Jersey City International Baseball League Rogina Cedar Rapids Tribe

Grinnell Hopes For Grid Success Faces Line Weakness

Grinnell coaches foresee a rebuilding season with nine grid hopefuls, led by Carl Blandin and F red Webb, while key linemen Howard Grimes and Clair Whitney graduate in June. Douglas cites speed gaps and plans spring practice games to test a budding backfield and new ends, centers, and blockers.

Grinnell Howard Grimes Clair Whitney Fred Webb Chicago Douglas Carl Blandin Iowa U Carl Narry Barker Sigourney Barker John Kennefick Davenport Grinnells ED “Ode” Walters Odebolt Junior August Gruening Blandin Webb Ifa

Hurley Defends Referee Amid Low Blow Debate in Boxing

In a note from Chicago, Jack Hurley defends Arthur Donovan against criticism over Armstrong versus Ambers and low blows. Hurley argues body blows are valid, suggests rethinking the low blow rule, and praises Donovan’s impartiality while urging consistency in officiating. The piece also references Louis Paychek and various boxing figures with notes on upcoming bouts and headlines.

Oldtimer Joe Louis Harry Thomas Chicago Louis New York Johnny Paychek Detroit Lem Franklin Joe Rivers Jimmie Davis Los Angeles George Blake Tobey Vigil Honolulu Leo Rodak Joe Silva New Orleans

Red Peppers Hot Sport Chatter

A look at barnstorming baseball tours, low crowds, and high ticket prices highlighting how major league stars drew eager fans to subpar gigs. Mentions Earl Whitehill and Clark Griffith, with notes on Whitehill’s firing and potential moves. Also touches on Kathleen Carey’s golf schedule and boxing news including Lee Savold.

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All Big 10 Schools At Drake Relays Represented

Des Moines AP reports for the first time in 12 years all ten Western conference schools will be represented at the Drake relays April 26 and 27. Relays director F P Johnson said Ohio State decided to send part of its track team, ensuring representatives from every Western conference school compete.

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Hawkeyes Idle as Notre Dame Iowa Doubleheader Canceled

In South Bend Indiana the Notre Dame and Iowa baseball doubleheader was canceled Saturday due to cold weather. The teams had planned to play but field and conditions forced the postponement, leaving both squads with an unused game on the schedule.

South Bend Ind Notre Dame Iowa

Dartmouth selects Tesreau for 22nd year baseball coach

Hanover New Hampshire Jeff Tesreau the former New York Giants pitching star enters his 22nd year as Dartmouth College baseball coach. He continues to lead the Red Rolfe era and develop players while maintaining a strong pitching focus for the program.

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Davenport Retains State Indoor Track Title At Iowa City

Davenport holds onto the state indoor track title at Iowa City as athletes set top marks across events. The Rough Riders earned points via strong showings in high jump, shot put, distance events, relays and sprints, with Davenport athletes placing among the top five in multiple disciplines.

Davenport Iowa City Rough Riders Smith Ottumwas Edmundson Thornburg Allison Keokuk Gates Waterloo East Parcher Clinton Davenport i Schricker Franck Baker Garretti Waterloo East Fairfield Ames Ferguson McKinley Cedar Rapids Essinger Reinbecki Phillias Fottumwad Blakey Cady i Clinton Amesi Bailey Wilkins Knighth Ottumwa Wuson Cedar Rapids Buss T Amesi Nickles Farrington Danley McH Gnnter

Warmerdam Sets New Vault Record

Cornelius Warmerdam of the San Francisco Athletic Club unofficially cleared 15 feet in the pole vault at Berkeley to establish a new world record, pending official measurement. The prior record of 14 feet 11 inches was held jointly by Bill Sefton and Earl Meadows of USC.

Berkeley Calif Cornelius Warmerdam San Francisco

Anderson Doles Out Scrimmage To Hawks!

Iowa spring practice draws a large crowd as Dr Eddie Anderson tests a mixed lineup with Andruska at center and Couppee barking signals. Debates over prospects continue amid lively drills and sideline chatter while several players return from injuries to compete for starting roles.

Anderson Doles Hawks Andruska Snider Tollefson Walker Enich Maher Ken Pettit Couppee Bender Gilleard Murphy Red Frye Bill Diehl Ankeny Bill Green Green

West Union Opens With Monona High

Special to The Gazette West Union high school baseball schedule lists games at home vs Monona April 19, Fayette April 30, Maaynard May 3, Fayette May 10 away, Sumner May 17, Postyulile May 21 home. District tournament slated for May 10 11 with date to be announced. Lettermen in practice include Granpers Turner Hans Wright Anderson Prat Severin Torson Smith Duncan and John Shadie.

West Union Monona Fayette Maaynard Sumner Postyulile Granpers Turner Hans Wright Anderson Prat Severin Torson Smith Duncan John Shadie

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