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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1940

Page

9

Tigers win on strong comeback in tense late showdown

Detroit rallied after a fifth inning surge to beat Cleveland 6-5 as Vitt faced criticism for using Bobby Feller as reliever. Harder struggled and Greenberg sparked the Tigers with timely hits while Feller rested for a upcoming start. The win trims the gap in the pennant race and sets up a deciding game.

Feller Detroit Hank Greenberg Tigers Greenberg Jandimse Bobby Rudy York Frank Higgins Jol-son Cleveland Chapman Tf Barrellssay i Ey Sullingen Rouedreay As A Crouchriss Troshs Newsump Dobson Staicnep Malin Newliser Trinlor Brasky Sintth Bartell Newhouser Errocs Pytink Warder Mark Fell Weevis Weatherly Keltner York Creeuherg Tmwedus Campbell Tao Keltner Bell Lett A. Viners Art Dobsay CWO Benton Laatntes Eller Marder Mr Nud Dolsan Mitehod Newsom Hanser J Hentana Iteher Newhouser

Fairfield Triumphs 41 7 Over Washington High in Little Six

Fairfield defending champion defeated Washington High 41 to 7 in a Little Six clash. Key moments included Ronne Noman passing to Walter Dabner for an 87 yard touchdown. Norman scored twice with Dabner adding the major reception.

Fairfield Washington High Washington Ronne Noman Treland Walter Dabner Nerman Dabner Nouid

Hawkeyes Open Fall Scrimmage With Mixed Notes

Iowa football held its first scrimmage of the year with several standouts on offense and defense. Sophomore Jdohnson at full back and veterans Burkett Bob Lauterbach and Henry Luebke impressed, while coach Andersen praised the squad as they return to routine drills.

Aniderseth Windel Hedhct George Brse Cemter Eure

Anamoset Lyons Leads 18th Straight Clinton Victory

Clinton overwhelmed Lyons high with a strong second half surge to extend its winning streak to 18. Ralph Beardsley powered the line as Antimosa attacked the defense, while Honn and Russell anchored the backfield amid a dominant rush game.

Clinton Lyons Umosa Blue Raiders Victoria Ralph Beardsley Lysons Sis Aran Ruse Sell Lo Blussets Cou Rissellé

Winfield High Falls to Columbus Junction 25 0

Columbus Junction blanked Winfield High with a touchdown in each quarter to win 25 0. The Gazette report notes SLOOS scoring by quarters and Joellen Pace led with four touchdowns as Ceres connected on multiple plays.

Speecl the Gazette Columbus Junction Winfield High Kistler Cossids Sana Joellen Thom Atter Ceres

Fayette Too Good For Monona Wins 25 To 6

Fayette high school's offense surged in three quarters to defeat Monona 25 to 6 Friday afternoon. The scoring breakdown shows Fayette earning two touchdowns by payer and two extra points after touchdowns, while Monona managed a single touchdown with a failed conversion.

Fayette Monona Boeetal the Gazette Monona—Fayette High Monone Fasette John

Tama Tops Grundy Center 14 to 6 in Friday Game

Tama high defeated Grundy Center 14 to 6. Grundy Center recovered a late second quarter interception for a 106 yard return near the goal line. The article notes the teams share the Cedar League divisions and recalls past matchups.

the Gazette Tama Tama High Grundy Drexler Tama Toucheiayn Grundy Center Benda Masson Manon Joan Benda

Boxing Roundup Highlights Narrow Wins Across Cities

In New York Pete Lelio from Chicago outpointed Irving Uidridze. Al Davea won on points over Tony Martelliano of New York. Sackie Wilson stopped Jimmy Garrison in Los Angeles. Jack Carkins scored a knockout against Art Garrett in San Diego.

Associated Press New York Pete Lelio Chicago Irving Uidridze Ein al Davea Benokisn Tony Martelliano Houllywood Sackie Wilson Los Angeles Jimmy Garrison Kanacas City San Diego Calif Jack Carkins Art Garrett Denver

Fragmented Iowa City gridiron recap with strained play by play

A disjointed game report covers Iowa City football with several players named and multiple drives described. Key figures include Danl Bethell and Kanigsmiark with defense and penalties noted as the Ramoters press the Wilson team.

Nontdoners Ggeain Pee Konigsmarks Iowa Citys Danl Bethell Iowa City Kanigsmiark Wilson Tincup Wilson Jas Toya City Wisale Vk Crissert Givener Diemer Coeeh Mongomery Belin Echuppert Thoebu Towa Gury Wilsat Freul Myers ‘Anson

Keota High Dominates North English 32 to 0

Keota High crushed North English with five touchdowns in the second and fourth quarters. Spreial notes Cammon scored three times as the visitors rolled to victory.

Keota Spreial Gammon Renata North Enwttehy Kenta Rere Camnon Mouer

Major League Box Scores Cleveland Bowl

Box scores from the Cleveland Bowl compile major league scoring by inning and player line totals. The report lists team names, final scores, and key statistics across several games.

Browns Nip Pale Hose In Night Game

Chicago hurlers Hallett and Grove match up as Browns win 9 2 over the Pale Hose after late rally. Key hits include Kolloway Rosenthal and SolFers with solid offensive support while Nealin earns the win and Hallett the loss.

Wright Natlett Grace Grove Silvestri Aki Hallet Newlin Chicago Kolloway Rucadelto Ecit Bone Hadense Rosenthal Hilveeter Quinn Kolloway Duras Dello Cluft Resentia Seon Ifue Radcliff Tirade Nord McOinn Keasa Khe Baes Cr Reo Mallete Nealin Rirk Hallett Neaulin Trotter Sart Rue, Rolls and Hubbard Tiae

Grinnell Triumphs 19 0 Against McKinley in Meet

Grinnell dominated McKinley with a 19 to 0 score in a midseason meet. The event featured multiple heats and strong performances from Grinnell athletes, signaling a decisive team victory and solid form heading into upcoming competitions.

Toledo Defeats Vinton Eleven 12 to 6 in Gridiron Stand

Toledo high school football overwhelmed Vinton with a 12 to 6 victory. The Bulldogs struck in the opening and late fourth periods, Christa Dupre catching a 20 yard pass for a touchdown and Dupre sealing the drive, while Vinton's Thompson connected with Ivan Phillis for their score.

Vinton Toledo Seasory Zere Mike Chrasta Dick Dopre Thompson Ivan Phillis Christa Dupre Phillis

Tipton Defeats Maquoketa 6–0 on Belated Pass Play

Tipton high school opened with a 6 to 0 win over Maquoketa. The only touchdown came late when John Wilson, left end, took a short pass from fullback George Nunker and ran 30 yards for the score.

Tipton Maquoketa Tipton High School Maquoketa High John Wilson George Nunker Magnokerta Wilson

Toddville Nine Defeats Center Point 18-2 In Baseball

Toddville high school beat Center Point 18-2 with Gallup hitting a bases loaded homer. Earlier the Toddville boys won 7-2 over Walker. The report mentions Fa Walser Thompson Smith and Hanrs in Center Point as players.

Toddville Center Point Gallup Atkins Walker Fa Walser Thompson Smith Hanrs

Mount Vernon Rallies to Beat DeWitt 7-6 in Season Opener

Mount Vernon rallied from behind in the final quarter to defeat DeWitt 7 to 6 on the road. Mount Vernon scored on a Henning point after touchdown and a touchdown by Henning, while DeWitt scored on a Schini touchdown.

Mount Vernon DeWitt Mount Vernon Foot Schini Henning

Football Scores Across Regions Highlight Mixed Results

A garbled AP listing reports multiple college and high school games with scattered scores. Notable items include St Vincrnt 10 Pavia and Elkins 14, North Dakota 20 North Dakota State 13, Central Oklahoma 25, and Oklahoma A and M 25. The text also mentions teams like Augsburg Mankato and Southwestern Louisiana.

Associated Press St Vincrnt Pavia and Elkins Xavier Chargetown Dennis CG Vierings Augsburg Mankato Minny Teach Cau Pyoleth Minn JC Fiasca JC Eau Claire cWie Winona Minn Dyachers North Dakota St Thomas State Moorhead Mina Tee Im He Navin Stertathaby Armal Concord iMinins Valley City of D Teachers & Washhuen College of Emporia Kearney iNehy Hethany Mot Culseo-Btorkton Cape Girardean U. Bic Wayne Springfield Smithera Normal Padran Krachers Ottawa Kansas Werlevin Broriing Peru oNehoe Touchers York Southeastern Okai McPherson Midhad Youkton Rethiel Hebron wNebt JC Central tPetia Western Union Oklahoma A Central Okla Southeastern Austn College Panhandle Ageles Northwestern North Carolina State Wiliam and Mary Southwestern Louisiana Toatitute Southwestern Louisiiaa College Maryville Atom Northeastern Oklat State College

Franklin Thumped by Dubuque 27 7 in Key Clash

Dubuque roared to a 27 7 victory as Hoerner Pape and Leonard scored for the visitors while Sword and Franklin produced late pressure. Hoerner’s 65 yard TD grab was nullified by a 15 yard penalty, then Dubuque added two more TDs in the third quarter to seal the win.

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Kindl OL Sets Pace for Pin Loop

Midseason meet report shows Kindl leading in speed with a strong lap pace. Ferlay and Hamer chase behind as racing heats unfold at Lanecaln Driving Engine fixture with high fractional times and several records noted.

Former Hawk Signed by Long Island Indians

The Long Island Indians of the American Football Association signed Shipley Perec a 225 pound former University of Iowa tackle.

NEW York Long Island Indians American Football Association Shipley Perec University of Iowa

Monticello and Manchester Play 13-13 Tie

Monticello and Manchester battled to a 13 to 13 deadlock Friday night as both teams showcased running and passing. Each side scored in the first quarter on passes, with Monticello adding a second-quarter score before Manchester answered with a 66-yard march in the third period to force the final draw.

Monticello Monticello Manchester Monticello Matrechester Sue Ati Manchester Mce- Tatash Hattle Pont Mcintosh Bone Starue Marion Cedar Falls Marion Fields Stan Potter

National League Standings and Weekend Schedule

The National League standings show Cincinnati leading at 94 wins and 47 losses, followed by Brooklyn 87 61 and St Louis 77 65. Weekend games include Cincinnati at Pittsburgh and St Louis at Chicago along with New York at Boston and Philadelphia at Brooklyn.

Cincinmati St. Chicago Brooklyn ATA New York S St Louis Boston Pittsburgh Philadelphia Cincinnati Chicaca New York Detroit Cleveland St. Louis Washington Chicaso Cleveland & Louis Chicago Bosca

Roosevelt Gridders Look Good In Defeat

Roosevelt and Marshalltown fought a tight game with few fumbles and strong punting. Key plays included a late touchdown drive by Roosevelt after an interception, Lehmkuhl’s shaken end and Don Lehmkuhl’s return to action.

Roosevelt Stripe Rohde Don Lehmkuhl Vans Bissell Marshalltown Evans Lehmkuhl Poth Boys Oo Geiger Ena Dorsey Geiger Geier Dunham Dorsey Cavees

Marion Grabs Break to Nip Cedar Falls

Marion edged Cedar Falls 6-0 as Stan Potter scored on a backfield rush and later fell on a loose ball near Cedar Falls’ goal. The game featured strong Marion defense and several key plays, with Potter and Marsh contributing in crucial moments.

Marion Cedar Falls Stan Potter

Postville Pirates Open Season With 12–0 Win Over Maynard

The Postville Pirates defeated Maynard 12 to 0 in an Upper Town conference opener. Don Davenport scored the go ahead two yard TD in the fourth after a 60 yard drive. Sanders recovered a fumble to set up another score. Bud Palmer starred at quarterback in 85 degree heat.

Bpevjal the Gazette Jsstville Postville Pirates Maynard Don Davenport Pirate Davenport Sanders Bud Palmer Postville

Sumner Pounds West Union in 13 0 Victory

Sumner high school routed West Union 13 to 0 on Friday. A 23 yard pass opened scoring in the second period, then Winks ran 20 yards for the final touchdown in the last quarter. Harms and Winks credited with touchdowns. Marms kicked the extra point.

Atloecall CG Gees Heb Mall Neers Marasantowneftendeeet Fobeats Sietary Marshalltown Hall Dick Newman Ted the Gazette Sumner Sumner High School West Union Winks Harris Winks Harms Marms

West Liberty Dominates Lone Tree 34 to 0 in Opener

West Liberty rolls to a 34 0 victory over Lone Tree in their second game of the season. Thirty five players saw action as touchdowns came from Wilson Pike Nichols Hawker and Flater with PATs by Nichols and Hawker. The team opens conference play next Friday at Anamosa.

Gazette West Liberty West Liber High Lone Tree Anamosa Weat Liberty Wilson Pike Nichols Pointa Hawker Flater

Story City opens season with 7 6 win over Belle Plaine

Story City tops Belle Plaine in the season opener 7 to 6 as Jerry Johnson stars for the locals. Scoring details show a 7 point third quarter for Story City and a 6 point fourth quarter for Belle Plaine with a final 7 6 score.

Story City Belle Plaine The Gazette Belle Plaine High School Jerry Johnson E. Story City Claybird Bella Plaine Moore

Oelwein Dominates Independence 59 to 0 in Season Opener

Oelwein surged to a 59 to 0 win over Independence in the season opener. The visitors threatened once in the final moments but were stopped at the Oelwein five-yard line. Scoring drives featured Gates with four touchdowns and several PATs by Gates, Grece, and Odegar.

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