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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1948

Page

9

Scouting Wars Ahead of Michigan Northwestern Clash

Midwest college football heats up as Northwestern and Michigan prepare for a pivotal Big Nine showdown. Coaches Voigts and Oosterbaan deploy extensive scout data to anticipate defenses and exploit opponent tendencies. Both sides study Purdue Minnesota Notre Dame patterns to gain edge and possible conference title.

Ed Sainsbury Chicago Midwest Northwestern Michigan Bob Voigts Wildcats Benny Oosterbaan Wolverines Purdue Minnesota Notre Dame Bob Voights Gophers Voigts

Kanawha Stanhope Reach Prep Final in Iowa Fall Baseball

In the semifinal round Kanawha beat Anthony 19 to 11 while Stanhope defeated Meriden 11 to 8 to advance to the final. Kanawha’s Bob Goodnow earned relief victory in a 10 to 5 win over Anthon as Stanhope’s bats produced five doubles and two triples amid 15 errors in the Stanhope Meridan game.

Kanawha Anthony Stanhope Meriden Dysart Iowa Bob Goodnow Anthon Monona

Markson Named Managing Director of 20th Century Club

New York Publicity Director Harry L. Markson, 42, was named managing director of the 20th Century Sporting club to work with Sol Strauss, the boxing promotion group’s acting head. Markson had led publicity for 11 years and previously worked on newspapers in New York City and upstate New York.

New York Harry L. Markson 20Th Century Sporting Club Sol Strauss Boxing Promotion Organization Markson 20Th Century Newsoi City New York State

Ohio State coach Fesler under fire from hometown papers

Wesley Fesler, Ohio State football coach, faces sharp criticism from Columbus papers after a 14-7 loss to Iowa. Writers question Clark’s limited carries and why Slayer or Savic weren’t used for long passes. A local observer argues OSU would have won with another quarter as Fesler defies calls to quit.

Wesley Fesler Ohio State Iowa Fesler Ohio Slayer Savic Whisler

Ohio State favored as Midwest prognosticator mocks Iowa

A Columbus writer, predicting Ohio State by 20, also bets Wisconsin over California Indiana over Texas Christian and Purdue over Michigan. Iowa clung to a 14-7 lead as Joe Whisler fumbled at Iowa two. later film credits Joe Paulsen with a key forced fumble and Don Winslow with a late recovery after tackling Bob Demmel.

Columbus Ohio State Hawks Iowa Wisconsin California Indiana Texas Christian Tinois Army Purdue Michigan Joe Whisler Tony Guzowski Whisler Joe Paulsen Paulsen Ohio Guzowski Don Winslow Bob Demmel Winslow Demmel

Iowa Hawks begin 40 man varsity drill for 20 game season

Iowa City sets opening date for December 19 against Omaha University as coach Pops Harrison forms a 40 player squad. Major losses include Murray Wier and Jack Spencer while Tony Guzowski handles football duties. Newcomers with tours across Illinois and Iowa join as potential JV candidates.

Iowa City University of Iowa

Northwestern captain Sarkisian lineman of the week

Alex Sarkisian of Northwestern was named the collegiate football lineman of the week in the AP poll. The undefeated captain 215-pound senior played all 60 minutes against Minnesota and helped spark a 16-19 victory. Other praised centers include Bednarik Harris Dworsky Perrik Woodard and Fuchs with Kay and several tackles noted.

Ted Meier NEW York Alex Sarkisian Northwestern Associated Press Sarkisian Minnesota The Gophers Chuck Bednarik Pennsylvania Dick Harris Texas Dan Dworsky Michigan John Perrik Cornell Dick Woodard Iowa Bob Fuchs Misouri Bill Kay Cassel Tamburino Penn State Grant Huey Michigan State Armstrong Dartmouth Wimberly Louisiana State Valek Maois Hageman Szafaryn North Carolina Kay Iona Fritz Missouri Bolkovac Pitt Salisbury Clemson McGehee Notre Dame O'Reilly Purdue Wilson Ohio State Burris Oklahoma Hemstad Washington Sievert Minols Tomasi Galloway Army Kissell Bednarik Harris Dworsky Perrik Corner Woodard Fuchs Missouri

Harvey Welcomes Boudreau Home Leader Planned Return

Harvey Illinois gears up to honor Lou Boudreau the town’s first citizen and Indians manager shortstop as he returns from Cleveland. Organizers led by Harry W Zahdler say most of the town will attend with a larger celebration set for October 28. Bill Veeck and Hank Greenberg are expected to attend.

Harvey INS Lou Boudreau Cleveland ‘Indians Harry W. Zahdler Boudreau Cleveland Zahler Bill Veeck Hank Greenberg Indians

False Teeth Pasteeth Ad Claims Firm Fit and Odor Control

Advertisement promoting PASTEETH as an alkaline powder for denture wearers. Claims the paste strengthens grip, prevents slipping or wobbling, avoids souring, and reduces denture odor. Suggests buying FASTEETH at any drug store.

Iowa Cripples Return Boosts Iowa Backfield Shakeup

Iowa City players Dick Woodard Ray Carlson and Joe Grothus rejoined the football squad with light running. Woodard sprained ankle. Grothus back may play Saturday versus Purdue. Carlson knee injury may return. Loneley out for next game. Tedore Halliburton wide reshuffle with Headington Nordman at fullback and Paulsen expected to see more defense.

Iowa City Dick Woodard Ray Carlson Joe Grothus Iowa Woodard Ohio State Purdue Grothus Carlson Marquette Bob Loneley Ohio Longley John Tedore Jim Halliburton Tedore Ron Headington Jerry Nordman Headington Joe Paulsen

Purdue Rally After Loss Fires Up Boilermakers

In Lafayette Indiana students rallied after Purdue football’s third straight defeat. Vice-President Frank C. Hockema Football Coach Stu Holcomb and Athletic Director Guy Mackey addressed the crowd urging perseverance with the slogan Beaten Perhaps Quitting Never.

Lafayette Ind Purdue University Frank C. Hockema Stu Holcomb Guy Mackey Boilermakers

Howie Odell Released After Hospital Siege

SEATTLE AP Howie Odell head coach at the University of Washington was discharged from the hospital but ordered to remain at home by doctors Odell admitted August 28 for throat treatment He has not yet coached in person and Line Coach Reg Root serves as acting head coach while Odell recuperates from the condition and siege implications remain.

Seattle Howie Odell University of Washington University Athletic Odell Reg Root

Ival Goodman Released by Pirates in Davenport

Davenport AP reports Ival Goodman former Cincinnati and Chicago Cub outfielder who managed the Davenport Pirates this season has received an outright release from the Pittsburgh organization.

Davenport Ival Goodman Cincinnati Chicago Cub Davenport Pirates Pittsburgh Baseball Organization

Franklin Meets Riders in City Tilt Thursday

Cedar Rapids Franklin and Roosevelt clash at Hill Park Thursday night in the third intracity football game. Franklin leads the city with one win over Wilson while Roosevelt lags, with McKinley and the Riders poised to challenge for the title. Don Cornwell returns to full practice for Franklin after a dislocated shoulder, but Wally Smith and Bob Williams remain out. Roosevelt may start Champar at right tackle and Kimball at right end. Multiple backfield and line positions are unsettled as coaches weigh alternatives.

Franklin Roosevelt Hill Park Wilson Riders McKinley Emil Klumpar Don Cornwell Wally Smith Bob Williams Don Wolfe Joe Champar Jack Dennis Ron Kimball Paul Carney Wolfe Hugh van Cleve Neil Hamilton Bob Peterson Keith Nemmers Anson Bell

Cedar Rapids Danceland Opens Oct 23 vs Moline Blackhawks

Cedar Rapids Danceland, a new pro basketball team, will start October 23 at Immaculate Conception gym against the Moline Blackhawks. Team financed by a player-share corporation led by treasurer Jay Finn with Jim Gallagher as president and Emory Sample as playing coach. Murray Wier makes pro debut for Blackhawks. Tickets at Becks Armstrongs and Tonys Grill.

Cedar Rapids Danceland Moline Blackhawks Immaculate Conception Gym Jay Finn Jim Gallagher Merle Benhart Red Kenney Ted Stark Emory Sample Blackhawks Sample Coe College Roosevelt High Cedar Fapides Northwestern Ove Jim Stramel Immaculate Conception High School Hobie Clark McKinley High University of Tokyo St Patrick's High University of Town Bob Shanshan St. Patrick's hich U_ of Minnesota Yankton Collere Oxford Junce Ajatt Hich U of Iowa Canisius Collere Len Benhart Oxford Juncetion U_ of Iowa Atkinshish John Platt McKinley Hish U of Iowan

Wally Ris To Speak At Light Co Meeting

The Builders club of the Iowa Electric Light and Power Company will hear Olympic champion Wally Ris at their regular monthly meeting in the Chamber of Commerce rooms at 6 30 p m. He will be introduced by Bob Brooks KCRG sports director.

Iowa Electric Light and Power Company Wally Ris Iowa Chamber of Commerce Rooms Wally Bob Brooks KCRG

Lambeau Fines Packers After Poor Cardials Show

Green Bay coach Curly Lambeau fined the Packers for a miserable showing against the Chicago Cardinals last Sunday. The action followed a Tuesday meeting as reports indicate the team faced substantial penalties for poor performance.

Green Bay Lambeau Green Bay, Wiss Curly Lambeau Green Bay Packers Chicago Cardinals

Teacher Leads Sweeping Action in National League History

In Cedar Falls an administrator ordered every player fined half a game's salary from Iowa State Teachers. Bruce Smith of Minnesota and Jim Kekerisiyace of Missouri led scoring with around 30 points overall, while De Von faced waivers as the veteran halfback drove the team toward a new North Central center stance.

Lambeau Cedar Falls INS Paul Man Iowa State Bruce Smith Minnesota Jim Kekerisiyace North Central Center Missouri

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