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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1947

Page

14

Wildcats push to change rule after 7 6 loss to Buckeyes

Northwestern debates the rule penalizing more than 11 men on the field after a controversial call against Ohio State. The Wildcats, led by coach Bob Voigts, claim Dick Price remained onfield as the desparation pass was thrown, nullifying Tom Worthington's interception and sealing OSU's 7 6 win.

Evanston, Ill Ins Intercollegiate Rules Committee Northwestern Ohio State Wildcat E. C. Curtiss Dick Price Buckeyes Tom Worthington Ted Payseur Wildcats Curtiss Bob Price Bob Voigts Price Voigts Evanston Ill Notre Dame

Cyclones Seek Saturday Win to Climb Out of Big Six Basement

Iowa State prepares for a crucial Saturday clash with Kansas State to end winless Big Six conference start. The teams share four conference games without victory. historical meetings show a defensive grind with Iowa State holding a 16-10-4 edge in 30 games. Ron Norman leads the Cyclone attack against Bill Church, the conference’s top passer.

Ames Iowa State Cyclones Big Six Kansas State Wwa State Kan Kansas Nebraska Missouri Oklahoma Ron Norman Cyclone Bill Church

Peacock Coach Says No Bowl Bid Received

Upper Iowa University has received no postseason bowl bid and is unsure how it would handle one. Coach Dr. John E. Dorman, preparing for the Armistice day game at Wartburg in Waverly, said no invitation had been received and any decision would rest with the president. The Peacocks boast 11 straight unbeaten games, with last season also undefeated and co-champions in the Iowa conference.

Gazette Fayette Upper Iowa University John E. “Doc” Dorman Peacock Waverly Wartburg Upper Iowa Evansville Ind Evansville College Dorman Vivian T. Smith Peacocks Iowa Central

Hoosiers Lose Taliaferro Spark for Indiana Football

Indiana star George Taliaferro will miss 10 days and end of the season after doctors confirm a passing-arm injury. Coach Ray Eliot shifts Illinois practice to Ohio State prep. Illinois guards Wrenn returns from sprained ankle as Buckeyes drill for Minnesota.

Bloomington Ind George Taliaferro Indiana Charles Holland Champaign Til Ray Eliot University of Illinois Ohio State Jocko Wrenn

Marion Defends Harrier Crown On Iowa City Course

Marion high school aims to defend its Class B state cross country title on the University of Iowa two mile course in Saturday morning action. Twenty-five schools contend for Iowa crowns as North Des Moines and Mechanicsville seek to defend Class A and C titles. The meet begins at 11 with Class C, 11:15 for Class B, and 11:30 for Class A. attendees may enter the Minnesota Iowa game in the afternoon after paying federal tax.

Gazette Iowa City

Foster Knocks Out Secreet In Seventh Round Rumble

Vince Foster of Omaha improved to 12 knockouts in 20 pro fights by stopping Sam my Secreet of Cleveland in the seventh round Monday night. Referee Alex Fidler of Cedar Rapids officiated the main event and two preliminaries.

Omaha Vince Foster Sammy Secreet Cleveland Foster Alex Fidler Cedar Rapids

Iowa State trims basketball squad to 20 players

Cyclones coach Chick Sutherland reduced the varsity to 20 with seven men reporting from the football squad. Named lettermen include Ron Norman, Jim Jesson, and Don Ferguson, while the present roster lists players from Ames, Davenport, Waverly, and other towns with guards, forwards, and centers.

Ames Clayton Chick” Sutherland Iowa Sutherland Ron Norman Fairfield Jim Jesson Everly Don Ferguson Ottumwa Kay Eliason Lloyd Kester Jim Hogue Davenport Harlan Platte Waverly John Sheperd Gary Ind Jim van Deusen Iowa City Ray Roy Wehde Holstein Gaylord Anderson Council Bluffs Don Paulsen Huxley Dudley Ruisch Sioux City Roger Rutt Mason City Bill Block Muscatine Clayton Johnson Coon Rapids Nels Jensen Jim Kilgariff Chicago Ill Gene Oulman Bob Peterson Harlan Theros Peterson Clinton Leo Schneider Rock Island, Ill

Cubs Sell Dallesandro to Los Angeles For Lowe Draft

The Chicago Cubs traded Dom Dallesandro a pinch hitting outfielder to Los Angeles of the Pacific Coast league to clear roster space for shortstop Lloyd Lowe drafted by the Bruins in Cincinnati. Lowe was drafted from Columbus of the American Association.

Chicago Chicago Cubs Dom Dallessandro Tiny Los Angeles Lloyd Lowe Bruins Cincinnati Cubs Lowe Columbus

Iowa City invitation for high school football squads

Iowa City invites high school football teams to attend the Minnesota Iowa game Saturday. Schools must file eligibility lists with the athletic department.

Iowa Iowa City

McGregor Plans Open On Thursday Cage Season

McGregor McGregor high school will begin its basketball season Thursday at Waterville with both boys and girls teams. Coach William Luther released the schedule detailing games through February including key matchups at Farmersburg Elkader Glermont Monona Guttenberg and Luana with county and sectional dates for girls and boys.

McGregor McGregor High School Waterville William Luther Farmersburg Marquette Luana Monona Guttenberg Lansing Elkader Glermont Clermont Edgewood Strawberry Point

Minnesota Gophers Train Fans Headed To Iowa Stadium

Visitors are expected for the Minnesota game with about eight to ten special trains planned to reach Iowa City. Six trains will depart from Minneapolis and St Paul while the Minnesota band and roughly 5,500 supporters arrive by rail or car for the matchup.

Iowa City Iowa Stadium Minnesota Minneapolis St. Paul Minn Minnesota Band Gopher

CoeKohawks prepared for Ripon finale after Knox win

Coe College wrestles with injuries as Hal Marshall and Jim Gallagher are doubtful for the Ripon game in Wisconsin. Merle Buck and Bob Erickson earned praise for standout Knox performance. Coach Harris Lamb cited improved pass defense, strong downfield blocking, and high team spirit as key positives.

CoeKohawks Ripon Wis Coe Harris Lamb Hal Marshall Jim Gallagher Knox Merle Buck Bob Erickson Lamb Erickson Merle Kohawks Wilbur Gregor Gregor Wilbur

Marion High to Start Cage Practice This Week

Marion high school basketball coach Lester Hipple said practice begins this week with 15 to 20 players expected. Three letter men return immediately, including Don Whittemore, Dick Smith, and Don Mc Conaughy, while Bob Page rejoins after a football injury. Monogram winners are ready to compete as the team prepares for a grueling schedule featuring Mt. Vernon, Anamosa, Alburnett, Sprinneyville, Independence, Manchester, and other opponents.

Skip Herring Don Buss Tom Foulkes Jim Koch Joe Pelisek Virgil Smith Charlie Zoda Jack Koch Dick Bruce Vince Horst Lynn Stiles Bud Andrus Chuck Jacot Dick Anderson Ian Calquhoun Jack Molter Randall Matthews Bob Carroll Walt Koch Marion High School Lester Hipple Indians Bob Page Don Whittemore Dick Smith Don McConaughy Hipple

Sooners To Defend Cross Country Title

The Oklahoma Sooners prepare to defend their cross country title as they head into the upcoming meet. Team captain Rey Lan leads the lineup with strong performance history and hopes for another victory this season.

Sooners Defend Big Six Two-Mile Conference Title

Ames Oklahoma will defend its Big Six two mile conference meet title this Saturday during a Kansas State and Iowa State football game half. The Sooners won the last prewar meet and defended their title last year. Kansas and Kansas State lead, with Karnes Moore and Hinchee among top performers for Kansas.

Ames Oklahoma Big Six Sooners Kansas Kansas State Karnes Moore Hinchee

Muscatine Hosts 1946 Benefit Games At Fieldhouse

Two benefit basketball games featuring Iaa Mae's Bisesi and the Tri City Blackhawks are set for November 14 and the Globe Trotters for November 19 at the Muscatine High School fieldhouse. Proceeds go to Muscatine Baseball association for League Park improvements.

Muscatine Iaa Mae Bisesi American Legion Tri-City Blackhawks Globe Trotters Muscatine Baseball Association League Park

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