Hawkeye Grid Might Meet Navy Preflight Next Fall
Iowa City may host a game with the Navy Preflight School if cadets play. Hawkeye athletic director Dad Schroeder backs cadet participation to boost good will, while Navy officials seek an equal basis for the contest.
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Iowa
E. G. Schroeder
Towa City
Iowa University
Navy
Iowa City
Dad” Schroeder
Hawkeye
Schroeder
Seahawks
Lowa
Seahawk
Hawkeyes
Hitch-Hiking Prep Team Wins After Long Commute
A Ridgeley West Virginia high school basketball team traveled by road to Romney 28 miles away after bus connections failed. Coach Chuck Collette led the players to hit the road at dawn and they arrived on time and won the game. The item also notes various sports quirks and brief entertainment blurbs from wartime life.
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NEW York
Tad Wieman
Princeton
Dionor
Harry
Firsh
Clark
Cleveland
Gus Dorais
Detroit Lions
Willard M. Ansel
Ohio University
Romney
Chuck Collette
Ridgeley
W. Va
Larry French
Dodgers
Bushwicks
Casey Stengel
Larry
Milton Berle
Bear Mountain
Leo Durocher
Berle
Jimmy Braddock
Pier Six
Louisville Courier-Journal
White
Service Dept
Kendrick R. Bragg
North Africa
Hell
Ken Bragg
Duke
Ed Kingsley
Utah
Red Sox Face Pitching and Outfield Rebuilding Under Cronin
Boston manager Joe Cronin faces a mixed season as he plans with a veteran pitching core and a reshaped outfield. He notes the need for reliable pitching beyond 1942 stars while integrating rookies such as Ford Garri son Tom McBride and Johnny Lazor to supplement aging stalwarts Pete Fox Oscar Judd contends with Pesky’s loss the catching duo of Peacock and Conroy are challenged by rookies Herb Bremer Verne Richards Roy Partee and other young hopefuls.
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Mike Ryba
Tufts College
Oscar Judd
Cronin
Ted Williams
Dom DiMaggio
Lou Finney
Johnny Pesky
Williams
DiMaggio
Finney
Pete Fox
Red Sox
al Simmons
Ford Garrison
Fort Worth
Tom McBride
Little Rock
Johnny Lazor
Louisville
Sockers
Pesky
Tony Lupien
Bobby Doerr
Jim Tabor
Skeeter Newsome
Eddie Lake
Cardinal
Johnny Peacock
Bill Conroy
Herb Bremer
Verne Richards
Wilkes-Barre
Roy Partee
Portsmouth
Braves Face Triple Setback in 1943 Plans
The Boston Braves suffered a triple setback as West reported for active army duty after leading in homers and RBIs last season. Ernie Lombardi, the NL batting champion, may retire from baseball to care for his ailing father or work in a defense plant. Veteran infielder Myers canceled his purchase from Los Angeles, signaling further disruption.
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Wallingford
Myers
Los Angeles
Braves
Cincinnati
Armstrong Beats Tribuani In 10 Rounds At Convention Hall
Henry Armstrong of Los Angeles outpoints Al Tribuani over ten rounds at Convention Hall Philadelphia in a comeback bout. Armstrong, former featherweight lightweight and welterweight champ, pressed from the bell and held the ahead pace as Tribuani fought back, in Armstrong’s 18th bout since returning last summer.
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Philadelphia
INS
Henry Armstrong
Los Angeles
al Tribuani
Convention Hall
Armstrong
Tribuani
Wilmington
Del
Trivuani
Nick Etten Trade Impasse Reaches Commissioner
The Phillies and Yankees fail to settle Nick Etten’s fate after a deal that sent Etten for Ed Levy Allen Gettel and $10,000. Ed Barrow and Bill Cox say the matter needs Commissioner Landis to decide as Gettel’s farm work and Levy’s draft eligibility complicate the swap. Barrow maintains the cash made the deal binding while Cox argues for voiding due to Gettel’s farming and Levy’s draft status.
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NEW York
INS
Nick Etten
New York Yankees
Philadelphia Phillies
Ed Barrow
Theankees
Bill Cox
Phillies
Etten
Kenesaw M. Landis
Ed Levy
Allen Gettel
Gerry Nugent
Cox
Railroads deny Derby week reservations in Chicago
Chicago railroads refused advance reservations to Louisville for the Derby week. Ticket offices said only armed services and government business travelers could book between April 26 and May 3. Derby sponsors had banned out of town reservations for a hometown event and agents cited government requests to limit travel.
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Chicago
Louisville
Ocean Wave Wins to Lead Arkansas Derby Favor
Ocean Wave, Calumet farm's son of Blenheim II, outran six rivals in the stretch at Oaklawn Park for a three quarters length victory in the Ouachita purse on Monday. The win solidifies Ocean Wave as the favorite for the Arkansas Derby this Saturday.
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Hot Springs
Ark
Ocean Wave
Calumet Farm
Blenheim II
Oaklawn
Futile Phils at All-Time Law in Matter of Talent
Phillies spring camp roster remains small with 16 players present and two more expected. Manager Bucky Harris faces limited pitching depth while new owner Bill Cox signals ambition to improve via trades and additions.
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Judson Bailey
Hershey
Philadelphia Phillies
Bucky Harris
Harris
Washington Senators
Joe Cambria
Phillies
John Allen
Bob Bragan
Chuck Klein
Allen
Johnny Poccainy
Johnson
Walter
Boom
Beck
Charley Puchs
Webb
Fuchs
Detroit Tigers
Beaumont
Atlanta
Tommy Livingston
Babe Dahlaren
Danny Murtaugh
Seco Short
Merrill May
Danny Litwhiler
Earl Naylor
Ron Northey
Kiein
Paul Busby
Bill Cox
Cox
Dessera
Dahlgren
Brooklyn Dodgers
Ag Wener
Albie Grossop
Phils
Three Cage Games in Y Post-Season Loop
Alburnett, Universal Engineering and the YMCA dorm rivalry face off in three post season basketball games. The matches Monday night conclude the Y.M.C.A. league schedule with young squads competing for playoff seeding and bragging rights.
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Alburnett
Universal Engineering
Y. Dorm
Y.M.C.A
Iowa U Drops Big Ten Tennis and Golf Rivalries
Iowa City announces no golf or tennis teams will maintain a Big Ten schedule this year due to the semester’s early end and limited personnel. The golf team will play a series with navy officers and cadets, while the Mississippi Valley tennis tournament is not held this year.
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Iowa City
INS
Dad” Schroeder
University of Iowa
Iowa
Schroeder
Navy
Charles Kennett
Training Camp Briefs
Connie Mack boss of the Philadelphia Athletics loses two pitchers to defense plant work. Orie Arntzen from Cedar Rapids and Herman Besse disclosed plans to stay on in defense plants. Mack also contends with Jimmy Polahi missing letters after a trade from Washington.
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Wilmington
Del
Connie Mack
Philadelphia Athletics
Orie Arntzen
Cedar Rapids
Herman Besse
Mack
Jimmy Polahi
Bob Johnson
Washington Senators
Pirates Camp Watch As Wyrostek Heads To Sign
Muncie Indiana AP reports outfielder Johnny Wyrostek is en route to Pirates camp and will sign a contract on arrival. Pitcher Max Butcher remains a holdout while catcher Babe Phelps plans to stay on his railroad job in Maryland.
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Muncie
Ind
Johnny Wyrostek
Pittsburgh Pirates
Max Butcher
Babe Phelps
Maryland
Frisch Plays With Shifts As Pirates Try New Lineup
In Muncie manager Frankie Frisch moved Gustine to short Monday and Concarart to center in an effort to shake the Pirates loose. He notes 1934 saw Rabbit Maranville moved to second base with success under Wright, a tactic that paid off.
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Frisch
Muncie
Frankie Frisch
Gustine
Se Concarart
Srem
Pitteburah
Irisch
Rabbit Maranville
G Wrisht
Walters Reforms in Reds Backstop Selection
The Cincinnati Reds plan changes in player roles as manager Bill McKechnie designates Heinie Muller as catcher with Tony, Dick West, and Al Lakeman competing for the other backstop spot. Trade and lineup discussions follow injury notes and ongoing spring adjustments.
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Walters
Ind
Bucky
Bill
Heinier Muller
Cincinnati Reds
Tony Line
Dick West
al Lakeman
Glossop Wrist Injury Update Stirs Phillies
Glossop injured his wrist last August while with the Phillies. The crew notes the injury has left the joint weak but not handicapping his play. doctors expect the condition to improve with rest and treatment.
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Glossop
Bear Mountain
Greasor
S & Nfielder
Philies
Cairo Athlete Sets Striking Pace In Springfield Bid
The report notes a player from Cairo who previously starred with Springfield Missouri in the Western Association. He posted 36 of something and 5 losses last season while aiming for a new season with a team named Leeguer Won ZI, and is now testing a fast strikeout pace.
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Cairo
Aetes
Carnimals
Leeguer
Sprimefield
Western Association
S PAUL DEAN Reports Delays on 1943 Contract
A fragment notes Paul Dean failed to report for a signed 1943 contract as of now, with unclear timing and status. The damaged text mentions an agreement and missing fulfillment by Dean.
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Paul Dean
Dean
Sox Find Dry Land as Tigers Rally in Evansville
The Chicago White Sox finally found solid form by beating the Detroit Tigers at Evansville. Veteran shortstop Appling was expected to contribute as the season develops.
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SOX
Ind
Chiego
White Sox
Tigers
Evansville
Indicke Appling
Unclear fragment hints at California figure and theft chase
A damaged line mentions Calif Wally Moses and a chase involving a white object, with Wednesday and Thursday as time hints. The fragmentary text lacks clear events, names, or outcomes to form a complete news item.
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Calif
Wally Wa Moses
Yankees Manager Sees No Upgrade For Outfield
Manager Joe McCarthy believes the current Yankees outfield, despite weakness noted last year, cannot be improved and remains the team’s sole concern as he ponders the roster.
Early Season Baseball Report Amidst Sparse Details
A fragmented report notes opening games involving the Pats and Sox with limited links to players Doerr and Jude. Manager Joe and other figures are mentioned casually with unclear actions and positions, leaving a hazy picture of early season events.
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Eqeer
Nox Sox
Brain Ling
Aeetry
Doerr
Jude
Joe i eTs
Joe Shaute Named Local Sheriff in Clark Mills
Clark Mills Pennsylvania AP reports former Dodgers left hander Joe Shaute has been named the local sheriff in the small community. The news notes his transition from baseball to public service and his new role overseeing county law enforcement duties.
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Clark Mills
Joe Shaute
Dodgers’ Southpaw
Ill Wind That Blows Through Prison Base Ball Case
Milwaukee pitcher George Murphy, a holdout from the 1943 Wisconsin state prison team, was sentenced by Circuit Judge Roland Steinle to a term of seven years after guilty verdicts on three probation violations and one forgery. Murphy was returned to Milwaukee after FBI arrest in Toledo on charges including long distance schemes to plunder Iowa bank accounts tied to Bob Feller and Harold Manders.
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Milwaukee
George Murphy
Wisconsin
Roland Steinle
Steinle
Murphy
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Toledo
Ohio
Iowa
Bob Feller
Harold Manders
Fordham Redmen Win Thriller in Garden Tourney
St John’s edged Rice 51 49 with Hy Gotkin’s last second field goal sealing the win at Madison Square Garden. Fordham upset Western Kentucky State 60 58 as Bob Mullens scored the go ahead basket 1 15 from the end. Semifinals set St John’s vs Fordham and Toledo vs Washington and Jefferson.
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New York
INS
St. John's
Fordham
Madison Square Garden
Redmen
Rice
Western Kentucky State
Little Hy Gotkin
St. John’s
Oild-Timers Left For Golf Tourney
Pinehurst North Carolina AP says the 41st North and South Open begins Tuesday with about 35 players, far fewer than in past years. Entries include Gene Sarazen Johnny Farrell Joe Kirkwood Bobby Cruickshank Joe Turnesa Ben Hogan. Hogan will miss the final day as he enters the army Thursday.
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Pinehurst
N. C
Gene Sarazen
Johnny Farrell
Joe Kirkwood
Bobby Cruickshank
Joe Turnesa
Ben Hogan
Hershey
Army
Hambletonian May Be Staged in Ohio
Harness racing’s premier $40,000 added Hambletonian for three year old trotters may be moved to Ohio for the first time this year, with the Rich stake race likely switching from New York to the North Randall track as the commission set dates for Buckeye track meets.
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Columbus, O
Ohio
T. A. Billingsley
N. Y
North Randall
Transportation
Buckeye
One Winner Is Enough National Thoroughbred Note
New Orleans report notes that about 1,200 of the 12,000 U S racehorses are considered worthwhile, highlighting the narrow elite in American Thoroughbred racing.
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New Orleans
United States
Novikoff Stubborn On Salary Stand
Long Beach Calif. Novikoff Cub outfielder Lou Novikoff will hold out for 10000 dollars, returning a second unsigned contract to the Chicago club. He rejected a 6000 dollar offer plus 500 raise, saying 1942 was his best year. He is taking a week's vacation from his rigger job at Western Pipe and Steel to train if his price is met.
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Long Beach
Calif
Lou Novikoff
Chicago Cub
Novikoff
Western Pipe and Steel
Two Iowa Sextets Win in AAU Meet
In the opening day of the women’s National AAU basketball tournament in St. Joseph Missouri teams from Iowa claimed wins. The afternoon featured matchups including Oklahoma and Nashville region teams along with several junior and senior divisions as the Iowa squads showed strong shooting and rebounding to advance.
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Iowa
ST. Joseph
Boxing Roundup From Newark to Baltimore
Disjointed results show Walter Stevens and Eddie Dewi in a 15 round clash in Newark with Stevens prevailing. Henry Armstrong and Lespeut reappear and a Ferrara bout ends with a points decision. Tommy Varese and Van McNutt fight in Maryland as Willy Carrigan battles Johnny G in Baltimore.
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Newark
Walter Stevens
Neveau
Eddie Dewi
Newar
Philadelphia
Henry Armstrong
Les Pe
al Triteani
Ferrara
Vernon
Holyore
Shania
Mass
Tommy Varese
Arms
van McNutt
Balti- Baltimore
Willy Carrigan
Johnny G
Baltimore Ts
Drew
Max West Passes Army Exam to Report for Induction
Los Angeles AP Max West outfielder for the Boston Braves who led the club last season in homers and RBIs said he has passed his army physical and will report to Fort MacArthur San Pedro for induction Friday.
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LOS Angeles
Max West
Boston Braves
Fort MacArthur
San Pedro
Crowley Arrives for Navy Duty in South Pacific Base
Lieutenant Commander James Crowley, former Notre Dame star and Fordham coach nicknamed Sleepy Jim, reached a South Pacific base near Guadalcanal. He will establish an athletic program for recovering servicemen and is touted for his coaching tales and athletic skills. He joins Commanders Gene Markey and Henry Robert Montgomery as prominent entertainers entering naval service.
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South Pacific
James
Jim” Crowley
Notre Dame
Fordham University
Guadalcanal
Crowley
Gene Markey
Hedy Lamarr
Joan Bennett
Henry Robert
Bob” Montgomery
Browns Shortstop Vernon Stephens Awaiting Induction
Vernon Stephens of the St. Louis Browns, now a father of a 7 pound son, has been classified 1-A and will not travel east this spring. He works at the California Shipbuilding Corporation in Long Beach, California.
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Boston Red Sox
Edford
Joe Cronin
Tex Hughson
Joe Dobson
Ken Chase
Dick Newsome
Mace Brown
Wallops
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Prince Albert
P.A
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Albumett Eo
Pickney Fe
Simmon Cooper
Thomas
Hense
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Quass
Totais
Iowa U
Phelps
Asbury
Bey
Joe McCarthy
Raorenaey
New York Ants
Hugh East
HENRY
PES Moines Ae
Erty Merit Pecs
Jimmy Crowley
Pacific War
Stephens
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