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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1943

Page

21

Hawkeye Gridder Seeks Navy Preflight Fall Game

Iowa athletic director Dad Schroeder favors a fall match with the Navy preflight school at Iowa City if cadets play. He wants cadets to carry the team and notes that service instructors could make a fair matchup. A navy spokesman says cadets want an equal contest and a Seahawks game may be arranged.

Iowa E. G. Schroeder QWA City Iowa University Navy Iowa City Dad” Schroeder Hawkeye Schroeder Athletic Board Seahawks Iown Biz Seahawk Rams Hawkeyes

Braves Triple Blow Hits 1943 Lineup

In Wallingford Connecticut the Braves suffer a trio of setbacks as Man West and Billy Myer are lost to the roster and Lombardi West passes his final physical and heads to Army duty at Camp MacArthur California. Lombardi’s father confirms he may retire from baseball while Myer says he has quit baseball.

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Armstrong Outpoints Tribuani In 10 Rounds At Convention Hall

Henry Armstrong of Los Angeles, former three weight world champion, beat Al Tribuani over 10 rounds at Convention Hall in Philadelphia. Armstrong landed sharp punches from the first bell and dominated with aggression, marking his 18th bout since a comeback begun last summer. Armstrong weighed 138½ pounds, Tribuani 146¼.

Philadelphia Henrys Armstrong Los Angeles al Tribuani Convention Hall Armstrong Tribuani Wilmington Del Tiibuani

Nick Etten Trade Dangle Resolved by Commissioner Decision

New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies failed to reach a settlement over First Baseman Nick Etten. Ed Barrow and Bill Cox said Commissioner Landis must rule after a conference deemed unsatisfactory. The deal tied to Ed Levy and Allen Gettel included $10,000, with timing and eligibility debated.

NEW York INS Nik Etten New York Yankees Philadelphia Phillies Ed Barrow Yankees Bill Cox Phillies Etten Kenesaw M Landis Etten Wen Ed Levy Allen Gettel Gerry Nugent Sony Coxs Clai Gettel Levys Barrow Lancs Wall

Railroads Bar Derby Travel. Chicago Bans Reservations

Chicago railroads refuse advance reservations to Louisville Kentucky for the Derby week. Ticket offices cite government request to limit travel with only armed services and government business travelers allowed April 26 to May 3. Derby sponsors had banned outside reservations for a hometown event amid no public notice.

Chicago Lowsville Lousville

Ocean Wave Wins Ouachita Purse at Oaklawn

Ocean Wave son of Blenheim St. outran six rivals in the Ouachita purse at Oaklawn Park on Monday to claim a three quarters length victory and strengthen his position as favorite for the Arkansas Derby Saturday.

Hot Springs Ark Ocean Wave Calumet Farms Son of

Phillies Face Spring Training Talent Shortage in Ambitious Shakeup

Philadelphia coach Bucky Harris fields a reduced camp of 16 players with two expected, listing six pitchers and five outfielders among a reshaped roster. Owner Bill Cox aims for midseason deals to boost reserves, while new signings like Albie Glossop and Dolph Camilli are noted as potential anchors.

Jlnson Bailey Hershey Philadelphia Phillies Bucky Harris Harris Washington Senators Joe Cambria Phillies John Allen Bob Bragan Chuck Klein Allen Johnny Podrainy Sr Johnson Walter Beck Charley Fuchs Bill Webb Fuchs Detroit Tigers Beaumont Webb Avanta Sponer Harris Tommy Lisingston Babe Dahlaren Danny Muctaugh Sragan Merrell May Danny Cox Cox and Harts Ierulas Brooklyn Doderis Lloyd Warner Albie Glossop Phils Dolph Camlin Fuchs

Three Cage Games In YMCA Postseason Loop

Three YMCA post season basketball games unfold Monday night as Atburnett Universal Engineca mp and the Y Dorm squads clash in the league schedule. Local observers expect competitive play and potential playoff implications.

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Iowa U Drops Big Ten Tennis and Golf Rivalries

Iowa University announces no tennis or golf teams for Big Ten schedule this year due to shortened semester and personnel shortages. Officials say golf may continue with limited matches while tennis is canceled. Mississippi Valley tennis tournament also not held this year.

Iowa U Towa City INSI Dad’ Schroeder Athelees Caniversity Towa Directa Schoeder Tenis Mear Bate Vet Haan Wall Nusy Charles Bennett Godtuisthaeter Mississippi

Training Camp Briefs From Across The League

AP notes from Wilmington Macks fall back on defense plant holdouts as pitchers Aintzen and Besse stay with jobs. In Muncie Wyrostek heads to Pirates camp to sign, Butcher the lone holdout, Phelps to stay railway job. Frisch reshapes Pirates infield trading Gustine and Coscarart, while Maranville’s move is recalled. Walters vows to stay in baseball after an ankle sprain, Muller slated as Reds backup. Glossop’s wrist shows bone death delaying surgery. Cards tout Donnelly as new pitching threat. Bridges and Manders named at Evansville for White Sox game with Trout, Paul Dean whereabouts remains a mystery. White Sox finish dry land workouts for Evansville and Appling.

Muncie Ind Johnny Wyrostek Pittsburgh Pirates Max Butcher Babe Phelps Maryland Bridges Evansville Steve O'Neil Detroit Tiger Chicago White Sox Tommy Bridges Hal Manders Dizzy Troutis Hoosier

Yanks Struggle With Inconsistent Outfield Ahead of Season

The New York Yankees face a weak outfield setup as Joe McCarthy notes little can be done to improve the cadre. Kaln and others join spring camp, with Kaln’s status uncertain while DiMaggio and Henrich patrol the gaps.

Yank Asbury Park Yanks Joe McCarthy Charley Kelle DiMaggio Tommy Henrich Clover

Joe Shaute Returns as Clark Mills Sheriff

Joe Shaute, once a Dodgers pitcher, has become the sheriff of Clark Mills, Pennsylvania, according to AP. The former major league southpaw takes on local law enforcement duties in the community.

Clark Mills Joe Shaute Dodgers’ Southpaw

Man Arrests Tied to Milwaukee Forgery Case

A suspect identified as Musijky pleaded guilty to probation violations and forgery charges. He was returned to Milwaukee a week after FBI agents arrested him in Toledo. The case involves long distance schemes to siphon funds from Iowa bank accounts linked to Bod Feller and Harold Manders.

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Fordham Redmen Triumph In Holiday Tourney Advances

New York reports St Johns and Fordham win crucial round games at Madison Square Garden in the sixth annual national invitational basketball tournament. St Johns edges Rio 51 40 on Hy Gaothins last second field goal while Fordham upsets Western Kentucky 60 58 after Bob Mullens scores late. Semifinals set for Saturday with St Johns versus Fordham and Toledo against Washington and Jefferson.

New York CINS St Johns Fordham Maccaison Square Garden Redmen Vitor Rio Western Kentucky State Vets Tittle St Johns Ife

North and South Open to Open at Pinehurst with 33 Pros

Pinehurst North Carolina host for the 41st North and South Open a 12 hole medal event with about 33 veteran golfers including Gene Sarazen Johnny Farrell Joe Kirkwood Bobby Cruickshank Joe Tu n es and Ben Hogan. Hershey Papro last year winner with a 271 will miss the tournament as he heads to the army on Thursday.

Pinehurst Ferce Scars Gene Sarazen Johnny Farrell Joe Kirkwood Bobby Cruickshank Joe Tuines Ben Hogan Hershey Papro Army

Hambletonian May Be Staged in Ohio

Harness racing's top event the 40000 added Hambletonian for three year old trotters may be run in Ohio for the first time this year. State Racing Commissioner T A Billingsley said the Rich stake race probably will be switched from Goshen New York to North Randall track at Cleveland if the eastern plant doesn't get relief from the transportation pinch. The commission granted dates for four racing meetings at Buckeye tracks.

Columbus Ohio T. A. Billingsley Goshen W. Y North Randall Track Cleveland Billingsley Buckeye Tracks

One Winner Is Enough

In New Orleans AP notes that about 1,200 horses are considered worthwhile thoroughbreds among roughly 12,000 racing horses in the United States.

New Orleans United States

Prep Cage Team Hitch-Hikes to Game-and Win

A chaotic sports column discusses college and pro basketball travel, noting teams hitch-hiking due to bus shortages and a coach’s resignation. It mentions Princeton, Harry Mahnken, Dutch Clark, Gus Dotais, and Ridgpeles high school, with sidelights on football and World War I-era figures.

Fullerton NEW York Tad Wieman Princeton Dutch Clark Cleveland Gus Dotais Detroit Lions Nea Willard Mansel Ohio Romney Chuck Collette Ridgpeles Tassers Dearden Lars Wold Mito Meninta Berle Poe Vas Tee Ken Ringe Dubro

Novikoff Stubborn On Salary Stand

Novikoff remained steadfast on his salary, refusing to sign a contract and demanding $10,000. He cited 1942 as his best year and rejected a $500 raise proposal while at Western Pipe and Steel.

Novikoff Long Beach Cai Lou Novikoff Elder Wigeer Western Pipe Stieel Tandiian

Iowa Sextets Shine in AAU Meet Results

Two Iowa teams won games in the national AAU basketball tournament with results showing Nashville and Des Moines entries. Standings list Kansas City Missouri and Oklahoma cities among participants with teams like Chatham Blanketeers and Dallas competing in today’s schedule.

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Boxing Roundup Mixed Results Across Cities and Names

Boxers in multiple cities posted victories and draws with several upsets. Names include Walter Stevens, Eddie Dow, Andre Gomez, Johnny Verrata, Henry Armstrong, and Tommy Varosz among others, with points decisions noted in New Ark Philadelphia Scranton Mount Vernon and Baltimore bouts.

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Max West Passes Army Physical for Induction

Los Angeles AP Max West Boston Braves outfielder who led the club last season in homers and RBIs said Monday he had passed his army physical and will report to Fort MacArthur San Pedro for induction Friday.

Max West LOS Angeles Boston Braves Fort MacArthur San Pedro

Red Sox Face Scheduling Woes Amid Pitching Quandary

Boston manager Joe Cronin seeks a balanced pitching staff for 1943 after assembling a strong roster, but enduring injuries and uncertain form cloud the outlook. Veterans Hughson, Dobrow, Chase, and Newhouser are cited as examples of the challenge in maintaining consistent success.

Fdford Mass Boston Red Sox Aviaion Perths Joe Cronin Ansthenn

Jimmy Crowley in Pacific War Zone

Pacific theater notes report Tow Commander James sweepy ds Crowes former role and base duties in the South Pacific area. Mentions Guadalcanal and fortifications with scattered references to personnel and operations.

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