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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1938
Page
9
Notre Dame overcome stubborn Georgia Tech 14 to 6 before about 30 000. Zontini Tonelli Saggan and Simonich starred in two Notre Dame scoring drives as the Irish defeated the Rambling Wreck in a renewing intersectional rivalry.
Northwestern drives were halted by a mid air fumble recovery on the 3 yard line. Drake capitalized with Bernard Jefferson Hannenstein and Purtell scoring as Hahnenstein set up a late plunge. Laskay McGurn and Jefferson led Northwestern scorers with multiple touchdowns and short runs.
Holy Cross defeats Manhattan 19 to 6 before 15 000 fans in Worcester. The Osmanski brothers scored two touchdowns for Holy Cross, while Manhattan closed the gap with a late-period pass from Gerek to Sarullo.
Fayette High defeated Sumner 19 0 for its fourth win of the season. Timm scored twice and Moore intercepted a pass and returned it 40 yards for a fourth quarter touchdown. Miller added the extra point after Timm's second score as Fayette dominated with strong line play.
Southern California over Ohio State 14 to 7 after a second-half burst. Lansdell and Langhurst sparked the Trojan offense with timely passes and runs, while Krueger added both extra points as USC overcame a strong Buckeye first half.
CORVALLIS Ore INS The Portland Pilots defense held Oregon State to 0-0 at halftime but Oregon State broke through late to win 19 to 0. The Beavers capitalized on key plays to secure the shutout victory.
Wisconsin and Iowa traded scores through four quarters with Wisconsin pulling ahead late. Key players included Weiss, Schmitz, Kinnick, and Niles, as Wisconsin capitalized on Iowa penalties and turnovers to secure a 31 13 win.
UCLA stunned Washington 13 to 0 at Seattle in a Pacific Coast Conference clash. Kenny Washington caught a 45 yard lateral for the first score, then General Washington powered in from the right end for another.
In Oxford Mississippi the Rebels overpower the Teachers 14 to 0. Ole Miss capitalized on a kickoff fumble with Hall scoring from the 2 yard line and Massengale converting. A blocked punt set up another drive, two long passes from Hall to Blackwell produced another touchdown with Massengale converting.
Cedar Rapids locals recall famed World Series moments with pride. Roy Radebaugh recalls Grover Cleveland Alexander’s 1926 save for the Cards, while Bob Vesely praises Earl Whitehill’s 1933 shutout of the Giants. Other memories include Babe Ruth’s 1928 home runs, Wambsganss’ 1920 unassisted triple play, and Pepper Martin’s 1931 base running and hitting feats.
Waverly High defeated Independence 14 to 0 on Independence's home field. Waverly captain Grawe scored mid second quarter after breaking through and Carpenter added the extra point. Kirkland added a late rushing TD with Carpenter's extra point sealing the win. Independence showed moments of offense from Wood Marinus and Hughes.
Santa Clara Broncos triumph 7 to 0 over Texas A&M before 30 000 in an intersectional contest. After a scoreless first half, Santa Clara drove 52 yards for a third period touchdown by Red McCarthy set up by Bruno Pellegrini. The Aggies pass attack was stymied by four Broncos interceptions and a late drive to the Aggie 20 ended with the final score.
Iowa and Chicago clash in Chicago Saturday for a Big Ten game marking the first Hawkeye Maroon matchup in ten years. Iowa brings a 118 piece band and student trip. Chicago counters with a veteran backfield led by Hannity Goodstein Sherman and Valorz. Chicago holds a nine two two record in past meetings, last Hawkeye win 13 to 0 ten years ago.
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