Dodgers Near Crown as Cardinals Gain Two and a Half Games
In a tight National League pennant race the St. Louis Cardinals hold a two and a half game edge over the Brooklyn Dodgers with five and six games left for each. The Cardinals need three wins to clinch a tie, while the Dodgers must sweep the rest to force a finish. St. Louis beat Pittsburgh 2 1 and the Dodgers beat Philadelphia 3 1 as both clubs kept the pressure on.
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Ken Hubbard Rolls 606 In Cedar Rapids Bowling
A Cedar Rapids Monday night scene saw six leagues bowl with Ken Hubbard delivering a 606 series in the La Plant Choate league. His 244 middle game propelled him into the elite 600 club as scores from the night followed.
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Seahawks trample Kansas 61 to 0 in Lawrence shaping Big Six fears
Iowa City Seahawks routed Kansas 61 0 at Lawrence in a display of depth and power. The Seahawks used all 36 players, with a fourth quarter surge that outscored Kansas 32 0 after a 29 32 first three quarters. This showcases their advanced age and prolific talent, while Cedar Rapids high schools also reported strong showings in weekend play. Don Makeever from Davenport started the backfield, son of Midge Makeever.
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Makeover A College Prospect And Major League Struggles
By Tait notes Coe star prospect Makeover a junior recruit drawing interest from Michigan and Northwestern. The piece compares him to a strong athlete and highlights six universities chasing him. It also surveys pennant races, predicting the Dodgers and Giants face tough opposition as Brooklyn, St. Louis, and others push toward a close finish.
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Big Ten Outlook Mystifying in Years Ahead
Chicago report outlines an unusually chaotic Big Ten football season with nine teams facing heavy schedules transportation and practice challenges plus key player losses. The piece notes the impact of halfbacks lines and overall team strength as the league heads into a turbulent year.
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Elvira and Elmer Snodgrass set for Cedar Rapids hillbilly show
Local fans look forward to Elvira and Elmer Snodgrass, Kentucky hillbillies, opening the Memorial coliseum mat show in Cedar Rapids. Elvira meets Mae Weston in the main event. Elmer faces Al Caddell in the opener. Gladys Killum tackles Mae Young of Chicago in the semis. Alex Fidler to referee. tickets on sale at the Grand Hotel cafe.
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Bierman Praises Seahawks After 61-0 Kansas Win
Iowa City. Navy pre flight Seahawks coach Bernie Bierman said he is well satisfied with the team's progress after a 61-0 triumph over Kansas. He noted much detail work remains before facing tougher opponents, and the Kansas game featured a record 80 substitutions with all 36 traveling players used.
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Unclear standings slip with partial team scores and notes
A fragmented standings snippet shows teams and records in incomplete form. It mentions Washington and Philadelphia with unclear metrics and a reference to Monday results and Tuesday games, but essential details are not readable.
Army grid teams pay big returns in wartime relief
Wartime reports note army grid squads funding relief drives by sharing expenses with charities and pro players. Cypress Point Golf Club reduces membership as travel strains college teams. Iowa State and Pitt athletes shift roles. Marines enlist several top scorers. Bears practice scene highlights campus distractions and cross sport links amid service obligations.
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Blindfold Wrestling Added to Pre-Flight Card at Iowa City
Iowa City Pre-Flight School adds blindfold wrestling to its physical training program. Lieut. Dave Bartelma, former Minnesota wrestling coach, developed the method to improve balance and night hand to hand effectiveness for military use.
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Drake Coach Moves Freshman To Guard To Bolster Line
Des Moines AP Hank Donatelli freshman end from Chicago was moved to guard Monday as Drake Coach Vee Green seeks to strengthen the line. Green’s forwards showed a spotty showing against Central Friday and expects strong opposition from St Ambrose Friday night in Des Moines.
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Iowa State Seeks Timing in Attack
Iowa State coach Ray Donels pushed for timing perfection in the double wingback running attack during two-a-day drills. The Cyclones prepared for Friday night’s opener at Denver University with backs Capt. Royal Lohry Howard Tippee and Ronnie Norman at left halfback.
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Browns defeat Sioux City semipro team 5 to 1
St Louis Browns beat the Legion Red Birds of Sioux City 5 to 1 on Monday night. Johnny Niggeling from Remsen Iowa pitched four hit innings in a six inning stint for the Browns.
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Worry Week For Western Coaches Against Bierman Seahawks
Western conference coaches face worry week as Col. Bernie Bierman’s Seahawks prepare for a key Saturday clash. Scout Busness notes Bierman’s team is highly coordinated and as strong as Minnesota peers, with a powerful offense and poised rhythm.
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Tough Openers Show Early Battle For Cedar Rapids Prep Gridiron
Franklin coach Orville Rust saw his team learn from a hard opener against Davenport while McKinley impressed with a 21 point effort at Grinnell. Wilson and East Waterloo battled to a defensive surface, Roosevelt tied Marshalltown, and plans for Friday night include lineup tweaks and kicker protection as all four local squads assess their prospects.
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Fifteen Fans Welcome Cardinals to Final Home Stand
ST. LOUIS INL reports fifteen fans greeted the hottest team in baseball as the St. Louis Cardinals returned to their home grounds for a six game run. The Cards aim to clinch or lose the pennant in those games while fans count the moment.
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Columbus Red Birds sweep playoff crown in series win
The Columbus Red Birds defeated Toledo 6 to 1 to clinch the American Association playoff title, earning their fourth straight win and a shot at the “little world series.” Red Munger pitched three hits as Columbus closed the routs started Friday and Saturday with 9 to 0 and 6 to 4 victories. Syracuse leads Jersey City 3–0 in the International League series for the Birds’ next opponent.
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Mechanicsville Cards defeat Solon 5 to 1 to close season
Mechanicsville Cards finish season with a 5 to 1 win over Solon. The Cards totaled 14 hits, evon seven, led by B. Jackson with 3 hits in 5 at bats. Navy topped Solon with 2 hits in 4 plate appearances.
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Beahawks to Play Parsons College October 31
The Beahawks junior varsity squad from the U S Navy pre flight school will face Parsons College at Fairfield Indiana on October 31 replacing a canceled September 26 game with Cornell college. Coached by Lieut Ed Bickle the cadet team plays six games this season including Case Tech Grinnell Carleton and a Wisconsin B team in home and away series.
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Topping at Quantico
Dan Topping owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers football team left for Quantico Virginia aboard a U S marines base for training after being commissioned a first lieutenant.
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