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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 05, 1938

Page

2

Coe Basket Five Defeated By Central Quintet 31-26

Central College defeats Coe College 31-26 after trailing 14-12 at halftime in a loosely played game. Key contributors include Vandenberg with three field goals and free throws, Leshe adding nine points and strong defense, while Bates and McKinley led Coe with six points each.

Coe Basket Central Quintet Tral College Coe College Coe Central Peterson Leslie McKinles Bazos McLeod Len Winters Cen Gudatis Leshe McKinley Wagauman Vandenberg W. Ford Leshes Cisler Ford Bates Coc Earl Leshe Sty Coe Lauper McKinney Menning Mehlanve Vandenber Clster C McLaren Bazos Wagman Pollacx S Oo Leslie J McLeod Dew Sea Ford Vandenbers McLaren Wazaman Leslie Cor Bavos Art Rust

Grinnell and Drake Win Double Bill over Missourians

Grinnell College edged St Louis University 32 to 25 as Fred Luther sparked a late rally in the second half. Drake University beat Washington 44 to 33 after an early third quarter surge to seize control.

ST Louis Grinnell College Drake University Grinnell St. Louis University Billikens Drake Washington Fred Luther Luther

Alburnett Team Enjoys Fine Basket Season

Alburnett high school basketball shows a strong slate with wins over Central City Troy Mills Toddville Springville and Walker. The team is a favorite for Linn county tournament in Cedar Rapids Feb 11 and 12 with remaining games listed through Feb 18 and upcoming sectionals in March.

Alburnett Central City Troy Mills Toddville Springville Walker Alburnett High Cedar Rapids Palo Coggan

Shueyville and Solon Cagers to Meet Friday

Shueyville high basketball teams resume Friday night action in Swisher at Ti 30 p.m. facing Solon High School's teams in a CSL A hall game. The district aims to boost student turnout with the band present as a local junior standings note referenced.

Shueyville Solon Shueyville High Solon High School Swisher Hall

Indiana Defeats Illinois In Overtime 51 46

Indiana topped Illinois 51 to 46 in overtime after a 44 44 regulation tie. Hoosiers senior Joe Platt sealed the win with a late free throw and Illinois trio Andress Nisbet and Johnson led the scoring in a tight Big Ten opener.

Bloomington Ind Indiana Illinois Joe Platt Hoosiers Jame’ Andres Bill Johnson Tom Nuisbet Birr Johnson Illnois Hino Itis Farup Dorsey Boudreau Platt Alazater Oller Dehiere Houfiman Nisberg Andress Frank Wardiey Davies Nipper Indianapolis Bray Cincinnati

Augustana Defeats Cornell 33 to 23 in Iowa Tournament

Augustana college of Rock Island used a strong finish to pull away from Cornell, 33 to 23, Tuesday night. Moe scored from midcourt, Capt. Moe and Anderson led with 12 and 10 points as Augustana sealed the win in the final minutes. Western Illinois Teachers edged Carthage 35 to 30 to reach the final against Augustana.

Rock Island Augustana College Cornell Carthage Maloney Grams Schneider Augie Lene Augustana Ed Moe Moe

California Five Nip Northwestern Cagers 43 to 36

California pressed the weary Northwestern Wildcats to win 43 to 36 in Evanston. Ed Dousery Chalmers Vickerton and Carlisle sparked the late surge as Cal built a 10 to 2 edge early and held off the hosts' second string before the finish.

California Evanston, Ill Ed Dougery Chet Carlisle Walt Bickerton Bob Chalmers

Western Ass'n Enlarged To Eight-Club Loop

The Western association enlarges to eight clubs by adding Salma Kan and Fort Smith Ark Fort Smith will have Giants sponsorship and local officers. Salina officials vow independent operation. Meeting set for Muskogee next month with Des Moines president Tom Fairweather confirming. Other members include Springfield Joplin Muskogee Ponca City Bartlesville and Hutchinson.

Kansas City Western Association Salma Kan Fort Smith Ark Bill Terry New York Giants Giants Bert Lamb Harry Suter Salina Tom Fairweather Des Moines Association Muskogee Okla Springfield Joplin Ponca City Bartlesville Hutchinson Kan

Basketball scores from multiple colleges and teams

A collage of game results shows Grinnell over St Louis U 32 to 23, Indiana 31 over Illinois 44, Kansas 62 beaten, Nebraska Wesleyan York 20, North Dakota 37, Fordham 3 percent, and Washington 33. The mixed scores reflect a busy college basketball day with several close and lopsided outcomes.

Central Cee Grinnell St. Louis U California Northwestern Indiana Mlinois Minnesota Notre Dame Kansas Washburn Oklahoma Rice Drake Washington Bradley Tech Utah Nebraska Wesleyan York North Dakota Jamestown Columbia Fordham

Monticello Triumphs 30 to 20 Over Manchester

In Monticello Tuesday night poor passing and weak setup shots plagued Manchester as Monticello won 30 to 20. Schweitzer led with 14 points for Monticello, while Barker topped Manchester. Half time score was 12 to 6. Next game against Tipton Friday in Eastern Iowa conference play.

the Gazette Monticello Manchester Schweitzer Barker Tipton Iowa

Red Hawks overpower Newhall in reserves show

St Wenceslaus coach Pisarik started reserves who dominated Newhall 18-7 on their home floor. Wenceslaus led 6-1 after the first period, 9-4 at halftime, and 12-4 after three quarters. Novak led with four field goals, while Bradley paced Newhall with three markers. The Cedar Rapids girls opened the season with a 28-24 win over Newhall, Majewski Capek and Musel starring.

Pisarik St Wenceslaus Newhall Red Hawks Wenceslaus Lads Novak Fiala Taylor Wenceslaus Bradley Majewski Capek Musel Cedar Rapids

Immaculate Conception Quintet Beats Alumni 23 to 8

Immaculate Conception high school beat the I C alumni 23 to 8 after a close first three quarters. Weber led IC with nine points followed by Condon six and Green four, as Green, Turnipseed, Weber, Condon, and S Stramel contributed to the decisive final run. The Marengo high girls’ team defeated IC 32 to 24 in the preliminary.

Immaculate Conception I. C Marengo High Greyhounds Green Turnipseed Weber Condon S Stramel Moore

Marquette Teams Victory in Twin Games

Marquette basketball squads defeated Luana teams Tuesday night. The regulars won 23 to 17 and the junior team posted a 39 to 15 triumph.

the Gazette Marquette Luana

Dodgers to end fighting and rebuild under new manager

Ford Frick says Brooklyn Dodgers armistice in place with finances refloated and a new business manager to be hired on a three year, dictator-style contract. He will expand the farm system, develop talent, and aim to contend rather than promise a pennant.

NEW York INS Brooklyn Dodgers Ford Frick National League Dodgers MacPhail Frick Larry MacPhail Larry McPhail

Hawkeye Swimmers Earn All American Honors

Four University of Iowa swimmers and two relay teams received All American honors. Dick Westerfield finished third in the 150-yard backstroke, Ray Walter earned spots in the 50 and 100-yard freestyles, George Nissen placed eighth in diving, and Robert Reed was tenth in the 15-meter freestyle. Iowa 400-yard freestyle relay and 300-yard medley relay were ranked fifth. Selection by Edward Kennedy of Columbia University is noted.

Iowa City University of Iowa David Armbruster Dick Westerfield Iowa Edward Kennedy Columbia University National Collegiate Athletic Association

Ke-Wash Conference Race To Be Renewed

Six Ke-Wash teams open league play Friday after a two week break. Kalona leads with three wins and no losses, Richland also undefeated. Kalona hosts Richland in the feature game. Wellman vs Keota, West Chester at Brighton.

Wellman Kalona Richland Keota Brighton West Chester Wellman Wildcats VMN Alona Fairy West Chester USS

Sonnenberg Off Thursday Card Jones Sub In Main Event

Injury prevent Sonnenberg from appearing at Salt Lake City and Thursday match here. John Paul Jones substitutes against Johnny Marrs in the three main events lineup with Ray Steele battling Prince Bhu Pinder and Sun Jennings facing Frank Brown to open. If any star is unable to appear, box office notices will be posted.

Eddie Jennings Gus Sonnenberg Salt Lake City John Paul Jones Johnny Marrs Marrs Jones Ray Steele Glendale Calif Prince Bhu Pinder Calcutta India Pinder Sun Jennings Jim Landos Frank Brown Houston Texas

Linn County Table Tennis Meet Planned at Cedar Rapids Y

The Cedar Rapids Y men’s club will sponsor a Linn county table tennis tournament at the Y gym Feb 3 4 and 5 with regulation tables and expert lighting. Open events include mens singles doubles women’s singles mixed doubles veterans events and junior boys with entry fees from 25 to 40 cents. Entries may be filed with B Jackson at the Y.

Cedar Rapids Y Gym B. Jackson

Wyoming Girls and Center Junction Boys Lead in Standings

The Wyoming girls team remains atop the standings after beating undefeated Oxford Junction and prepares for a rematch at Oxford Junction. Center Junction boys hold second place after a recent Oxford Junction win as they head toward a busy week.

Wyoming Center Junction Gazette Oxford Junction Onslow Morley Olin Martelle Baldwin

Big League All Star Baseball Team Named

The Sporting News selected a 1937 all-star lineup from 247 writers. DiMaggio led with 245 votes, Medwick 243, and Yankees stars Gehrig, Gehringer, Hartnett, Rolfe, Ruffing, Hubbell, and Cronin featured among the voting totals. St Louis, Chicago, and Philadelphia positions split among top choices with Bartell edging Cronin by one vote for shortstop.

Baseball Writers Association Joe di Maggio New York Yankees Joe Medwick St. Louis Cardinals Sporting News DiMaggio Medwick Yankees Yanks Charles Ruffing Lou Gehrig Bob Rolfe Charles Gehringer Detroit Dick Bartell New York Giants Paul Waner Pittsburgh Joe DiMaggio Cardinals Charles Hartnett Chicago Cubs Carl Hubbell Giants Bartell Joe Cronin Boston Red Sox Rolfe Harland Clift St. Louis Browns Art Whitney Philadelphia Nationals Vernon Gomez Lou Fette Boston Bees Bill Dickey Hartnett St Louis

Minnesota Upsets Notre Dame 37 25 at Madison Square Garden

Minnesota pulled away with a rapid passing attack to beat Notre Dame 37 to 25 before 13 600 at Madison Square Garden. The Gophers built an 11 1 run early and led 18 12 at halftime as Edward Sadowski finally broke through with a long jumper for the Irish.

Minneapolis University of Minnesota Notre Dame Gophers Madison Square Garden Minnesota Edward Sadowski Sete Motr Kundlat Sadowski Addington Nowak Manly Vukovits Make Brown Nash Stowe Presthus Ducharme Wan Halverson Ertle Aaghone Brownson Tordan Sadowski Kundla Manty John Getchell St. Thomas Nick Kearns DePaul

Traer Basketmen Lose Twin Bill To Geneseo

Enthusiasm ran high as Traer faced Geneseo and bowed 18 16 in the nightcap. A preliminary sec ond game ended Geneseo 14 Traer 6 before a capacity gym crowd.

Traer Basketmen Geneseo TRAER Geneseo Cagers Geneseco

St Patrick's Five Hosts St Marys Iowa City Tonight

St Patrick's will seek another basketball win as St Marys of Iowa City visits the west side floor for an 8 p.m. game. Preliminary 7th and 8th grade tilt precedes at 7. The Shamrocks, led by coach Zvacek, have beaten Xavier High and Sacred Heart Oelwein but lost to Sacred Heart Waterloo on the latter's floor. Jim Spaight is out with an injured hand.

St Patrick's St. Marys Iowa City West Side St. Mary's University High St. Wenceslaus Zvacek Shamrocks Xavier High Dyersville Sacred Heart of Oelwein Sacred Heart of Waterloo Jim Spaight

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