Next Heavyweight Champion Conn Says Louis Retirement Imminent
Joe Louis may retire within months after his final defense as boxing fans buzz over potential successors. Billy Conn Abe Simon Buddy Baer and Lou Nova are listed as leading contenders with Conn favored by many insiders. Louis has long matched bravado with wit and remains one of boxing historys most dramatic figures.
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York
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Billy Conn
Abe Simon
Buddy Baer
Lou Nova
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Conn
Simon
Baer
Mike Jacobs
Hamolas
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Tex Rickard
Joe Louis
Midget Auto Races Slated at Tipton October 12
Tipton will host a midget automobile race next Sunday October 12 under the sponsorship of the Tipton Junior Chamber of Commerce. Eight events are planned with at least 30 entries statewide. Time trials start at 1:30 pm with adult admission 34 cents and children 15 cents.
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S Mississippi State Stuns Alabama 14 to 0
In Tuscaloosa, Mississippi State Maroons upset top ranked Alabama 14 to 0 as Homer Jones blocked a punt to set up the first touchdown and Paterson caught a second pass for a score. Corley intercepted Moseley to seal the win.
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Nelson
Murphy
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Tide
Corley
Moseley
September Clash Milestone: Five Heavyweight Fights Gross Over Million
Five heavyweight championship bouts grossed more than a million dollars for promoters with three events staged in September. The strong showing highlights boxing’s top drawing power this season.
Shadow Boxing Chicago Heavyweight Claim by Lou Nova
In a 1940 Colliers piece Lou Nova predicts he will win the heavyweight title from Joe Louis. He criticizes Louis’s opponents, argues the title has been devalued, and proclaims his own dedication to sport, family, and letters.
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Kansas Jayhawkers defeat Washington Bears 19 6 on muddy field
In a non conference football game at Lawrence Kansas the Kansas Jayhawkers scored once in the first quarter and twice in the fourth to overcome the Washington University Bears 19 to 6 before 5100 spectators on a wet field.
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Iowa State Holds Husker Challenge in Wet Contest
In a soggy clash Nebraska edged Iowa State 12 to 11 as both teams fumbled repeatedly. Debus showed promise for Nebraska with yardage and timely runs while Tippee, Schalk, Gast and Alexander led the Cyclones’ sophomore backfield through a tight, rain affected game.
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Nebraska
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Ilowa State
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George Gast
Ellis Alexander
Thornburg Postpones Keokuk County Baseball Tourney
The Keokuk county baseball tournament, scheduled for Friday and Saturday in Thornburg, was postponed due to rain and will be held next Friday and Saturday.
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Illinois Routs Miami 45 to 0 in opener
Illinois 45 Miami 0 as Illini dominate lopsided opening game before 2000 fans. Astroth connects twice with Smith for 31 and 45 yard TDs, Pfeifer seals 34 yard score, and Gould, Butkovich, and Good add touchdowns as visitors struggle to move the ball.
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Berg and Detweiler to Exibit at Cedar Rapids Club
Patty Berg and Helen Detweiler will stage a golf exhibition at Cedar Rapids Country Club on Thursday October 23. Professional George Taylor announced the event featuring match play on several holes and demonstrations of form and club use from 11:15 to noon. This marks their first appearance in town.
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Poor Player Great Manager McCarthy
Joe McCarthy, legendary Yankees manager, is praised for clever handling of pitching staffs and building seven championships. The piece notes his early career, management style, discipline focus, and contrasts with predecessors while detailing his rise from player to manager with Cubs and Yankees.
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West Branch Dominates Mount Vernon 38 to 0 on Road
West Branch overwhelmed Mount Vernon on the road as the invaders rolled to a 38 to 0 victory. Herring was Mount Vernon’s lone bright spot while Christensen Rummels and the West Branch backfield delivered dominating performances.
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Kansas Air Attacks Strafe Bears in 19-6 Victory
In Lawrence, Kansas, the Kansas team defeated the Washington Bears of St. Louis 19 to 6 before 5,000 fans despite a heavy rainstorm. The game featured repeated aerial assaults by Kansas as Washington struggled to respond.
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