Dorazio Courts Upset Chance Against Louis in Philadelphia
Gus Dorazio and manager Joe Martino project a shot at heavyweight champion Joe Louis in Philadelphia Monday night. Martino says Dorazio has a chance despite critics, while promoter Mike Jacobs sets a bargain ticket price and Dorazio trains hard with hopes of an upset. Louis regains form at Greenwood Lake as Dorazio weighs around 190 pounds and faces long odds.
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Detroit Man Leads Trapshooting Field
Fred Ford of Detroit led the high overall standings in Miami's tropical trapshoot by hitting 199 of 200 targets from 16 yards. H. G. Aldritt of Excelsior, Minnesota, trailed with 197 of 200, while A. M. Ammann of Peotone, NL, posted 196.
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Witwers Collins Face Quaker Monday In League Showdown
Witwer Grocers and Collins Radio clash Monday night at Quaker, with the Allied Industrial league title secured by undefeated Quaker Oats. Wilsons and Iowa Manufacturers chase second, while fourth place hinges on the Witwer Collins game. John Kitch leads scoring with 107 points for Quaker Oats.
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Forest Field and Stream Angers Iowa County Officials
A blunt conservation columnist from another Iowa paper sparked ire in Linn county with remarks saying Allah does not deduct from man’s allotted time those hours spent fishing. The comment drew public reaction and criticism from local figures.
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Linn County
Backward Glance at Sulky Racing Returns This Week
The column previews a comeback week for harness racing with gossip on forthcoming fairground season. It notes training, local interest at Linn County Central City fairgrounds, 20 plus horses training on the half mile oval, and editor M. O. Slater spearheading publicity. Intelligence items include joggers on What Cheer, Frank Wiswall’s possible USTA resignation, and Buzz Dusenberry seeking buyers for two pacers and a trotter priced at 1500 dollars.
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Vinton
Ed Allen
Marion
Des Moinea
Hammie
Frank Wiswall
USTA
Buzz Dusenberry
Mount Pleasant
Mamie Reynolds
Mr. Buzz
Buzz
Fishermen defend game actions amid dove bill veto
Iowa Fish and Game club members push back at critics after the legislature tables a measure legalizing mourning dove shooting. The Linn County group notes 200 members, 2000 pheasants reared, 14,000 pounds of feed distributed, and 65 game bird feeders funded. They urge responsible hunting and suggest robins or crows as alternatives.
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Linn County Conservationist
Witek and O'Dea Sign With Giants
New York Giants add infielder Mickey Witek and catcher Ken O'Dea bringing Polo Grounds signees to 19. The terms and length of the contracts were not disclosed.
TeachersBeat SUI Grapplers: Iowa State Teachers Win 15 11
Iowa City AP The Iowa State Teachers wrestling team beat the University of Iowa 15 to 11 before 2 000 fans for their third win of the season Hawkeyes are 0 3. Delbert Jensen, Ralph Geppert and Delbert Jensen highlight.
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Delbert Jensen
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Dodgers Hold First Practice of 1941
The Brooklyn Dodgers opened spring training in Havana with a 90 minute workout led by manager Leo Durocher. Thirty five Dodgers and two Montreal recruits wore uniforms, with Dolph Camilli and Joe Medwick participating after holding out previously.
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Giants say Danning to share catching duties this year
Manager Bill Terry announced that Harry Danning will not handle the catching load alone. He noted Gabby Hartnett and Ken O'Dea will handle a considerable portion of the work, after a tough conditioning session with the Giants' battery.
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New York Giants
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Gabby Hartnett
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Referee Art Cox Reaches 2200th Game Milestone
Jacksonville II reports renowned Central Illinois basketball official Art Cox has officiated his 2200th game since starting in 1917, marking a long-standing refereeing career in the region.
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NEA
Art Cox
Central Illinois
Tankmen Defeat Ottumwa 47 to 21 in Local Pool Meet
Paddlers of the YMCA Junior B swim team beat Ottumwa 47 to 21 as Kenneth Marsh won the 40 yard and 100 yard free events and Junior Griffith took the 40 yard back stroke. Clinton high school swimmers, led by D Norman, overwhelmed Cedar Rapids in a later meet with 180 yard medley and 100 yard back events.
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Pancho Rodd Sets Pace as Aguilas Edge Oilers 26 24
Pancho Rodd led the Aguilas to a 26 to 24 victory over the Marion Oilers at Marion on Friday night. Hanson stood out for Marion while Beltram and Rodd drove Aguilas, with key scores from Beson Britram and Cortes in a closely fought contest.
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Leahy Accepts Notre Dame Football Post
Frank Leahy formally signed a long term contract to return as Notre Dame athletic director and head football coach. He said this is the happiest day of his life and noted Notre Dame men regard the appointment as a great honor. Notre Dame staff will include Edward McKeever John Cruze and Joe McArdle. Boston College may seek an unknown successor after releasing Leahy from a five year deal.
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Scone Bend
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Knute Rockne
Elmer Layden
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Jesse Harper
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Jim Crowley
Mc Keever
Texas Tech
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Jon Boland
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Wapello Wins Louisa County Tournament Title
Wapello captured the county tournament crown by beating Columbus Junction 29 to 22 on the opponents’ court. In the consolation game Letts defeated Cotter 46 to 25.
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Letts
Cotter
Dodgers Welcome Cuban Fans at Spring Training Start
Brooklyn Dodgers arrived from Miami in two planes to begin spring training in Havana. President Larry MacPhail led the group, met by Cuban officials, several hundred fans, and a marching band in a cordial welcome.
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Brooklyn Dodgers
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Larry MacPhail
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