Pitt Power Attack Dominates Early Season
Pittsburgh Panthers, touted as 1937 champions, showcase a dominant power running game under Dr. Jock Sutherland. After defeating Wisconsin 26-6, Pitt solidifies status as the East’s premier team, with looming tests from Fordham, Carnegie Tech, Duke, and upcoming clashes against Dartmouth, Syracuse, and Notre Dame in a bid for national recognition.
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Wolves Triumph In Local Prep Showdown
Kane Wolves overpower Leavory in a hard fought game led by sophomore Tilman who stood out as a key scorer. Howard Jones, also a sophomore, feeds the team with strong play. Beaver coach Byler cautions against overconfidence ahead of Saturday’s Union City clash. Referee Bob Williams flagged an illegal field entry by a staff member at Erie Vincent Academy, ruling a 16 yard penalty. The Tri-State PGA journey included Tony Joy and Ted with post match chatter noting the path to the next champion.
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Warren Wins Another War Eagle Football Win
The Warren Red Jackets defeated Spartans 27 to 12 last Sunday, giving Warren their sixth consecutive victory and extending their strong run over the season.
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Union City Fans Back Beavers Play This Season
Heinie Anderson of Lawrence Park praises Union City ball club while noting Beavers face a tough schedule. He credits several breaks to Unionites after a recent game, yet concedes the majority favored the opponent.
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Thurbon Gaining Ground with Pitt Football Prospects
Bob Thurbon, former Erie Academy grid star, appears set for a Pitt varsity spot amid high praise from coach Jock Sutherland. His 70 yard touchdown run against Wisconsin last Saturday drew strong attention from the coaching staff.
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Chicago Cardinals Edge Bears in Controversial Finish
In a National Pro League game at Erle on Wednesday night, Chicago Cardinals and Philadelphia Eagles were tied by a late controversy. The Bears left the field after a disputed timeout call but were recalled. Jack Robbins fumbled on a vital play, and Dick Bassi recovered for a 75 yard touchdown as Chicago secured a 28 to 35 victory.
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Erie Wrestling Match Set For Mayes Mayhem Title Shot
Erie will feature Mayes Mclain a contender for the World Heavyweight Wrestling title as Wall battles Brie next Friday at Public Auditorium. Duren Hefner is slated to face Mayes with MacIntyre involved in a fiery rivalrous clash that saw rough tactics and crowd uproar last week.
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Arch Bald Wins NY Featherweight Title Bid at St Vicn
United Press reports medical student Joey Archbold Arch bald of Providence College defeated Mike Belloise in a six round bout at St Verrs arena to claim recognition as top featherweight contender. Rodak of Chicago awaited for undisputed title with NBA to defer until after Arch bold faces him. Belloise ranked sixth.
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Writers select Pitt as outstanding eleven
The 1936 AP voting chose the Pittsburgh Panthers as the nation's top football team with 326 points. Runners up included eighty three of the 94 sports writers casting ballots. The caption notes Pitt’s unbeaten stretch and role in intercollegiate competition.
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Penn State 1929 Football Schedule at State College
State College Pa Oct 15 Penn State unveils 1929 football slate with Army visit and two Pitt clashes. Nittany Lions host Bucknell Lehigh Maryland and Pittsburgh at home and travel to Cornell Syracuse Lehigh Pennsylvanla at Philadelphia Ithaca West Point and October 7 through Nov 25 games listed.
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Donald Budge demands 100000 to turn pro in Chicago
Amateur tennis champion Donald Budge begins holdout as he seeks at least 100000 guaranteed from promoter Jack Harris of Chicago. Harris, who ran Ellsworth Vines and Fred Perry tours, comments on Budge's decision after amatuer season ended. Also notes postponement of Montgomery Ward-Hepler bowling match and Barnes and Carrig-Steens event. John Henry Lewis to finish heavy training for title defense against Al Gainer in New Haven Friday night.
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Traynor Kept as Pirates Manager With raises for 1939
Harold Traynor remains manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates for 1939 with a sizeable salary increase, announced by president William Benswanger. Traynor’s club faltered late in 1938, missing the pennant to the Cubs, yet he led the Pirates to four straight first division finishes in his four seasons. Contract signed from Brookville Indiana. terms undisclosed.
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Attendance topples 10 million at major league ballparks
Pittsburgh reports 1938 attendance figures from the two major leagues show over 10 million tickets sold. Chicago and New York led in the National and American circles, each passing the million mark before season’s end. Bad weather trimmed totals, with the Yankees also hampered by large anticipated crowds.
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Canzoneri Maintains Lightweight Comeback Plan
Tony Canzoneri, former three weight world champion, declared he will press on in the lightweight division after a 10 round loss to Waddle Zivic in Scranton. The town hall bout drew about 2,500. one judge had Zivic ahead, another called it a draw, with referee Al Murphy voting for Zivic. Canzoneri weighed 144 pounds.
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Madison Opposed to War Despite Reluctant Push
James Matison, the president, faced strong pressure as tensions with Britain rose. He became publicly known for delaying action, earning the label “he who could not be licked into war” before war finally began.
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Beavers Hold Off Bears in Hurried Prep for Union City Test
Corry High School Beavers, led by coach Fred Pusch, prepare for a Saturday clash at Union City after a rugged week. The Bears struggled in recent games, with losses including a 41 to 0 setback at Millereete and a 21 to 7 defeat to Tram Lawrence Park, while Wesleyville’s 33 to 14 win over Erie suburb posts stands as the best comparative score.
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Armstrong Set for Title Defense with Garcia in New Fight
Henry Armstrong world lightweight and welterweight champion arrives in New York from Hot Springs Ark to defend both crowns against Ceferino Garcia on November 2. He trained in Hot Springs for weeks and is reported in excellent condition.
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Furs and Social Rank in Medieval Europe
The article notes fur wore by royal and religious classes in medieval Europe. Furs forbidden to monks and limited to high ecclesiastics and nobility. social status judged by fur amount and value.
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