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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1939
Page
30
Growing belief in Missouri quarterback Paul Christman shifts odds as the Tigers prepare for the Orange Bowl. Coaches Faurot and Alexander promote cautious optimism, with weather and aerial battle shaping the matchup against Tech led by Bosch and Christman.
Boston College tested a new forward pass defense designed to stop String Bean Banks McFadden and Clemson in the Cotton Bowl. Coach Frank Leahy boasts it as the season's top aerial defense, with 34 interceptions nationwide. Odds slight Clemson favorite after Navy win and Tulane defeat.
Al Warden of Ogden Utah files a federal suit in Salt Lake City accusing heavyweight champion Joe Louis and managers Julian Black and John Roxborough of breach of contract. He seeks 103321.83 dollars claiming they hired him to arrange a winter tour of Mexico Panama the Canal Zone South America Cuba and western states with a promised one sixth share of earnings.
Chicago Cubs officials renewed catcher Charley Hartnett for a one year term as playing manager for 1940. Hartnett had already served as pilot of the club after Charley Grimm left in July 1938. The team had finished fourth in 1939.
Last week Wilson Co defeated Inter Germ 4 3. Fera Investment beat Cherry Burrell 2 0 Merrion defeated Alberts Cleaness 2 0 Hillan Co defeated Monarch Foods 5 2 The standings show Wilson Co 7 4 Cherry Burrell 3 Knappneertmens 2 Marion east Feeds 7 4 Ber Ocean 2 0 Albert s Cleaners 6 2 Wise 1 7 This week schedule lists Wilson Co vs Cherry Burrell Ocean vs Knapp Investment Xillian Co vs Alberts Cleaners Marion vs Monarch Foods
Coe College Kohawks surprised in Marshalltown with gritty defense and sharp ball handling. Dan Dunlop sparked the squad against State Teachers, and Simpson proved a strong Iowa conference rival. Tournament buzz hints at next-year contenders Marquette and Michigan State.
Jackson Mississippi hosts Dicky Kerr former Chicago Black Sox 1919 as winter baseball school instructor. Kerr known for his honesty will teach drills and pitching techniques to local players.
In a tight Sullivan Memorial Trophy vote among five finalists Joe Burk the New Jersey rower and Alice Marble the tennis champion lead a field that includes Al Patnik Marvin Ward and Chuck Fenske. If Marble wins she becomes the first woman winner. Burk would add a new sport to the list.
The piece reviews amateur boxing and pro bouts featuring Galento and Baer, praising Golden Gloves as a fixed sport element and noting entertainment from Conn and Armstrong. It highlights Joe Benson’s humorous ring tale, revival of the Silver Skates carnival, and Cedar Rapids winter skating plans with Nevin Nichols and the Winter Sports club using Manhattan Beach rink for an upcoming meet with strong prizes.
East All-Stars favored as West loses two key players to injuries. Shrine game in Kezar Stadium sold out with 60 000 seats. Proceeds go to the Shrine hospital for crippled children. West aims to counter with aerial attack led by Kay Eakin and Leroy Zimmermann.
A wide forecast across baseball boxing horse racing football tennis golf and basketball for 1940. The column predicts McCarthy's Maulers will win another pennant while Reds or Cardinals contend, Louis fights four times, Armstrong faces title erosion, and pro football gains attention. It notes Welby Van Horn may become U S champion in tennis and Sam Snead looks to peak with rivals Nelson Guldahl Metz Picard in golf, plus a strong basketball season with no definite champion.
Cleveland signed left hander Al Milnar to a 1940 contract. The veteran pitcher, who posted 14 wins and 12 losses last season, was the third Indian pitcher to sign for the year and received a sizable raise.
Tulane Green Wave, 7 to 10 underdogs, prepares for the Sugar Bowl against No. 1 Texas A&M. Coach Homer Norton’s squad drills in Biloxi, Tulane Stadium hosts about 70,000. star back Bob Glass sidelined, rest of roster available. Forecast calls for fair to partly cloudy weather.
Alvin Bo McMillin won the presidency of the American Football Coaches Association in Los Angeles amid cheers from associates. He was elected unanimously to succeed Lou Little with Fritz Crisler Elmer Layden Dick Harlow and William Cowell named to leading roles in the organization.
The article highlights Tennessee coach Robert R. Neyland and USC stars in the Rose Bowl build up. Neyland’s Vols boast 108 wins with 12 losses and 8 ties under his leadership. It notes key players like Cafego, Butler, Warren, Lansdell, Nave, Schindler, Foxx, Newman, Peoples, Banta, Sangster, Wallen, and Peel, and projects sunny, dry weather for the game with likely lineups listed.
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