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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1940

Page

9

Franklin Thunderbolts overpower Roosevelt 21 to 0

Franklin halfback Irvin Sword led a second half surge scoring two touchdowns and setting up a third as the Thunderbolts blanked Roosevelt 21 0. Sword broke free on multiple runs and a punt return, while Joe Casey and Bob Ford connected for the final score. Roosevelt struggled with punting and allowed Franklin to seize momentum after intermission.

Franklin Joe Casey Bob Ford Irvin Sword Franklin High School Sword Thunderbolts Roosevelt

Guenther Speaks on Big Ten in Rose Bowl

New York columnist Ny Jack Guenther discusses the proposed Big Ten and Pacific Coast Conference tie for the Rose Bowl. He weighs potential outcomes, benefits, and risks including loss of glamour, impact on undefeated teams, and effect on traditional matchups.

Guenther New York Fa Rose Pacific Coast Breen Oho State Washington Minnesota Southern California Minnis USC UL. A Northwestern Michigan

Fayette High Defeats Elkader 13-0 in Hard Fought Game

Fayette High beat Elkader 13 to 0 on Friday. Crawford rushed for a touchdown after 15 yard gain in the second quarter. Payne then scored late in the game from midfield as Fayette sealed the victory. Johnson kicked the extra point. Elkader's Huggins and Parnack made the extra point attempt?

Fayette Fayette High Elkader Crawford Payne Johnson Huggins Parnack Ma

Milburn Country Club hosts tight finish in ladies tourney

Mrs Fry missed a close finish at Milburn Country Club as Mrs Silverford led a three way drive to the 130 yard fifteenth hole. Mrs E F De Vilbiss dropped in the same spot while Mrs F C Fry, unsettled, tapped out a lip-hitting attempt four inches from the cup as the crowd exclaimed.

Kansas City HW. Silverford Milburn Country Club E. F. de Vilbiss F. C. Fry

Keota High Beats Brighton 39-7 in Corn Bowl Victory

Keota High School defeated Brighton 39 to 7 in the Kenwash game at the Keota corn bowl. Keota led each quarter with Gier scoring Brighton's lone fourth quarter touchdown. Gammon Adams and Miller starred for Keota.

Keota Keota High School Brighton Gier Gammon Adams Miller Ante

Extra Point Beats Grinnell 7-6 in Hard Fought Tilt

Washburn upends Grinnell 7 to 6 on a late-period drive led by end Erskine Money and Dale Isaacs. Money scored on an end-around to reach the Grinnell 20, then Isaacs added 10 more before a fourth-down pass to Money set up the decisive extra point by Gene Yeeman. Grinnell led with a second-quarter TD from Carl Blandin to Jerry Grant. the extra point failed. Officials: Referee Dave Noble, Umpire Pete Wechs Drake.

Grinnell Washburn Erskine Money Ichabod Dale Isaacs Emmet Money Gene Yeeman Carl Blandin Jerry Grant Orinnell LE Wall Aantler Mowry Ginn Barton Weeeleon Eee Ccae Bolduc Randa Gaither Keonetick RT Bohm McCartney McGrath Carmody Norman Webb O Isaacs Blandin McCurdy Keehn Grant Washburn Walt Pant Yorman Dave Noble Nebraska Pete We Ch Drake Bill Sipinins Springfield

Loras Gridiron Beats Simpson 29 to 0 for Conference Win

Loras crushed Simpson 29 to 0 in Dubuque for its first Iowa conference football win. Gronnes opened scoring on a 35 yard run, Linehan connected on a 35 yard pass to Senior, Gatto added a 16 yard TD run after a punt block, and Waslow Gatto added a 12 yard TD with Linehan kicking twice.

Dubuque Loras Simpson Iowa Cuhawks Barney Gronmes Larry Guter Place Tim Linehan John Senior Linehan Senior Farnhan Ray Louis Gatto Gator Waslow Gatto

Columbus Junction routs Wilton 13-0 behind Kistler’s two TDs

In Wilton, Columbus Junction blanked Wilton 13 to 0 as left halfback Kistler scored both touchdowns and added the extra point with a key placekick. The visitors stayed undefeated with the win.

Kistler Columbus Junction Downs Wilton the Gazette Columbus Junction Wilton High School Cor

Carrothers Junior Net Champ Killed in Crash

Robert Carrothers an 18 year old national junior singles and doubles tennis champion from Coronado Calif was killed on a highway ten miles north of San Diego Friday night when the car he rode in with three friends overturned after a blow out authorities said Carrothers died at the scene and his companions were injured in the wreck

San Diego Calif Robert Carrothers Coronado

Montezuma Beats Mitchellville 27-6 in Friday Game

Montezuma defeated Mitchellville 27 to 6 in a loosely played contest. Reynolds opened the scoring with a first quarter TD and added a second score with a kick to push the lead to 13 at halftime. McCurrin scored for Mitchellville in the third, followed by Reynolds and Byers for Montezuma.

Montezuma Mitchellville Reynolds Montes McCurrin Byers

Sumner Defeats Monona 12 to 6 in Friday Football

MONONA A Sumner high school football team beat Monona 12 to 6 Friday afternoon. M Harms scored touchdowns in the first and last periods for Sumner. Baskerville returned a 25 yard punt for Monona’s score in the second quarter. Baskerville and Johanning starred for Monona. Carroll and M Harms stood out for Sumner.

Monona Sumner High M. Harms Sumner Baskerville Johanningmeter Carroll Enonene

West Union and Maynard Battle to 6-6 Draw

West Union and Maynard played to a 6-6 tie here Friday. Daniel scored for West Union while Schultz contributed for Maynard. Union held a second quarter lead and both teams traded scores into the fourth.

West Union Maynard Battle the Gazette Maynard Daniel West Schultz Union

Harris May Become Cleveland Manager After Vitt

Reports from Washington say Bucky Harris, longtime manager of the Washington Nationals since 1924, may be chosen as next pilot of the Cleveland Indians, with Oscar Vitt set for discharge.

Washington Bucky Harris Washington Nationals Oscar Vitt

Anamosa Cruises Past Independence 26 to 0 in Local Tilt

Anamosa remains in win column at Independence with a 26 to 0 victory. Missing three regulars, the Blue Raiders still rolled up a touchdown in each period and extended their consecutive win streak to 25. Lyle Russell and Lawrence Larson starred on offense as Kinser and J Russell added points after touchdowns.

Gazette Independence Anamosa Blue Raiders Raiders Wally Schwank Johnny Russell Bob Beardsley Howard Larson Raider Russell Beardsley Larson Kinser Junior Honn John Russell Lyle Russell Lawrence Larson Ralph Beardsley Jim Donahue Young Anamosa Clue DE O'Toole Hovey Daly Long Ralph Berardsley Jamieson C Fisher Jim Donnelly

Sigourney Rout North English 20 to 0 in Football

Sigourney high school crushed North English 20 to 0 on Friday night. Howard Hammes scored in the second quarter, with Don Pfaff and Ned Stirlin adding points in the second half. Sigourney dominated, holding North English at the Sigourney two yard line and completing 12 of 14 passes with Bud Kleinschmidt catching seven.

Sigourney Sigourney High School North English Howard Hammes Don Pfaff Ned Stirlen Bud Kleinschmidt Hammes Pfaff Stirlin Kleinschmidt

Slip Madigan Named General Manager of Golden Gate Turf Club

Ed ward Slip Madigan former St Marys football coach has signed a three year contract as general manager of the Golden Gate Turf club. The deal pays 15000 dollars annually and the club plans to open in Albany this winter.

Oakland Calif Edward “Slip” Madigan St. Mary's Golden Gate Turf Club Albany Madigan

Conn Whips McCoy But Fails To KO In Boston Fight

Billy Conn defeated Al McCoy by a unanimous 10 round decision before 15 523 at the Boston Garden. Conn wasted no time seeking more opponents for a title shot versus Joe Louis in June while McCoy weighed around 181 1 2 pounds. The bout drew 21300 in gross with 19074 net and may prompt a rematch in Boston before year’s end.

Boston Billy Conn Joe Louis Conn Beantown al McCoy the Garden Billy-the-Kid McCoy Billy New England Nevada Hub City United Press New York Mike Jacobs Louis

Postville Stifles Waukon for Fourth Loop Win

Postville Pirates won their fourth straight Upper Iowa conference game beating Waukon 18 to 0. Davenport scored twice from the four and two yard lines, Palmer added a fourth quarter tally after an end run, while Waukon showed improved defense despite no wins this season.

Gazette Postville Postville Pirates Iowa Waukon Davenport Palmer Wapken Pirates Broderick Jones Rose

Belle Plaine Tops Marengo in Homecoming Clash 13-7

Belle Plaine spoiled Marengo’s homecoming with a 13 to 7 football victory. Johnston scored on a two yard run and Moore added a drop kick for the extra point in the first half. Marengo answered with a third quarter touchdown by Franey on Hannon’s 30 yard pass.

Marengo Belle Plaine High Belle Plaine Gerald Johnston Bob Moore Johnston James Franey Roy Hannon Hannon Franey Belle Plaine Hides Marengo O

Bowling Bally: Pfeffer Leads With 637 Series In Lincoln League

In Friday night bowling action George Pfeffer opened with 166 then posted 253 and 218 for a 637 total, earning high series and high second game. Henry Sorensen led Okinow's with 214 213 201 for 628, while Bill Northrup 617 and Ken Wagner 246 179 182 tied. Lorain Schrader topped Drew's Locksmiths with a 600 set as Red Crown league saw Mike Simitz 568 high. Astrosky led Wilson & Co. with 571 as George Stewart 220 capped his high single, and Womacka 571 for Merchants National Bank boosted Red Crown Parlor City.

George Pfeffer Big Lincoln Henry Sorensen Okinow’s Bill Northrup Ken Wagner Lorain Schrader Drew Locksmiths McRaith Mike Simitz Astrosky Wilson & Co George Stewart Womacka Merchants National Bank Lincoln Major Drew's Lockamiths Ie McRait High Pfeffer Okinoa's Har-Mon Beverages Hich Sorenaen Lincoln Alleys High Hoppe Lattner Mfc Co Nae Nece Roofing Co Hich Northup French Paint Co Tehe Tigh Wagner Foxhead Ene Quaker Oats Hesseri Lafayette Cafe Broan 3Rd Ave Virginia Hugh Krumbholz Wilson CO. League High Patterson Hallenbeck Lakeview Stewart Hieh Raymon Igh Osborne Limback John Beck Athletic Gols Umber High Limitz Oe Edd Pape Cor & AS Penlex Ford R & R. Salt Secee Colonial Bakery Syec Eee Stemler Service Tee All Gold Foods High Lancaster SGE Wilson & Co Jack Sprat Foods High Polansky Josten Hamm's Ene High Horan Fisher Drue Town Elec Lt & Power Longhorn Nat'l Bank Brown Drug Hitch Womacka Edison Phey Texaco Products Hish Hahn Champlin Refining Auto Supply Tech Ge Rapids Chevrolet Jones Skelly Service Iowa Min Assembly Eye High Hawkins Lucas E. Karesek O City Water Works Ae Ape Fir LaPlant Tralbuiders Rovy

Marion Indians Submerge Vinton High in 22 to 7 Triumph

Marion Indians defeated Vinton 22 to 7 in a Tri Valley Conference game. Key plays included a safety by Larry Martin, a Marion touchdown on an end-around by Lary Marion, and interceptions by Martin set up scoring drives. Bob Marsh added a score and Martin kicked the extra point.

Vinton Marion Indians Marion Larry Martin Brubaker Indians Marsh Meggers Potter Lary Martin Bob Marsh Laty Veeee Seenees LE Bands Pettit Scottene Hall Whittemore Henkle Martin Wilson Jacobs King Baieom Kunz Morena Phillips Fowler Brubaker Thompson Vinton Marion Martin Vinton Fowler Thompson

Temple Owls Rally Past Michigan State With 105 Yard Kickoff Return

Jimmy Powers opened Temple’s game with a 105 yard kickoff return for a touchdown and the Owls built a 21-3 lead before Michigan State rallied to 21-19. Temple secured the win as MSU scored two touchdowns in the third and one in the fourth, but failed to overtake.

Temple Philadelphia Jimmy Powers Michigan State Spartans Owls Templars

Traer Red Hawks top Toledo 13 to 6 in opener

Traer Red Hawks earned their first football win of the season defeating Toledo 13 6 on Friday night. Key plays featured a DuPree touchdown and steady defense to hold off the visitors.

TRAER Red Hawks Toledo DuPree Wat

Manchester Tops Wilson High In Tight 7–6 Battle

In a hard fought Tri-Valley clash Manchester High beats Wilson High 7 to 6. standout Konigsmark leads Ramblers with a 25 yard run and the pivotal two point try is stopped. Bergstrand scores for Manchester and Butter sneaks a one yard TD for Wilson.

McIntosh Drops Wilson Ramblers Konigsmark Tom Farmer Jack Butter Rambler Star Manchester

Fairfax Gun Club Open for Practice Sunday

The Fairfax Gun Club will be open for practice Sunday from 10 a.m. until noon. All are welcome.

Fairfax Gun Club

West Liberty Triumphs In Homecoming Clash At Tipton

West Liberty shaded Tipton 21 to 14 in Tipton's homecoming game. Willer returned a punt for a Tipton TD, Swartzleader connected with Hi bert Smith for a 20 yard score, and Dunker to Smith produced the second tally. Nichols and Allen Nichols sparked West Liberty while Tipton receivers benefited from late scores.

Tipton Bill Willer West Liberty John Swartzleader Hibert Smith Tipt Stri George Dunker Smith Curtis Utley Loren Fike Allen Nichols Carl Mitchell Hilbert Smit Guy Dice Liberty Weat Liberty Ols Kamberg Nichols Willer McQuillen Swelender Dunker Gazette West Liberty High

Football Scores From Southwestern and Nearby Colleges

Southwestern State defeats Northeastern State two to four in a wide set of football results. Montana Minea J1 loses to Montana Normal. Albright and eaas Tech post high scores amid many college contests across Idaho, Oregon, and Nebraska.

Southwestern Ok&la Northeastern Okio Montana Minea Montana Normal Manent Southern Branch Ceilecs Alawabs Albright Eaas Tech Brigham Tenny Austin College Oklahoma City Oklahoma State Arkansas Tech Murray Ageles Aiblen (Ida) Normal Rieka Ontana Mines Idaho Sn. Br College of Idaho Fresno State College of Facifle Ban Jos State San Francisco Eastern Washington College St. Mar- Woed Whitman Grrraes Nebraska Wesleyan Jam Catholic A Miami Middle Tennessee Teachers Tean. Coomhesiand Univ T, Mary's Texas Bt. Anselme Penaashanta Milines Blue Ridge Detroit Manhattan A Virginia Tech Temple Michigan State II Mary's Tex Anselm Western Maryland Bucknell Poy Vania Villanova de Janier Varelty Dartmouth Tresoyterian Citadel Rollins Tama C. Union Tranayivenis tHe Lewinville North Dakota South Dehers State Washburn Grinnell Tulea II Lania Case John Carroll Munkingum Georgetown Kent State Findlay Metaelhers Keaven Albion Milladale St. Thomas Jobn's Remidji

Monticello Keeps Unbeaten Record With 24 Point Win

Monticello Black Panthers remain undefeated after a 24 to 0 home victory over West Branch. The team scored twice in the first quarter and clamped down on defense, intercepting passes and stifling the visitors in the later periods.

Monticello Tal Spmionticello Monticello Black Panthers West Branch Monti Monticello Secorine Sea Bone Bende

Gophers Are Hawks Oldest Grid Rivals

Iowa City AP reports the Hawkeyes meet the Golden Gophers in Minneapolis for their 34th game against Minnesota. Iowa has not won on Gopher turf since 1921.

Gophers Hawks Iowa City University of Iowa Hawkeyes Minneapoli Golden Gophers

Richland Defeats Wellman 14 To 0 In Kenash Game

Richland defeated Wellman 14 to 0 in a hard fought Kenash game on Friday. Richland led 2 to 0 at halftime on a safety and added touchdowns in the third and fourth quarters. Henry and Carol Steins' beck scored for Richland. Wellsman misplays with bad punts and fumbles doomed their effort. This marked Richland's sixth win of the season.

The Gazette Wellman Richland Henry Carol Steins Beck Wellsman

Waukon JV sixman team tops Jaysees 24 to 12

In a tight well played game the Waukon junior college six man team defeated the local Jaysees 24 to 12 last night here.

Gazette Eleader Waukon Junior College

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