Football Strength Grows as SEC Claims Top Conference Status
The SEC expands as coaches and directors bolster national stature and produce top mentors like Georgia Tech’s W. A. Bill Alexander and Alabama’s Frank Thomas. Spring football drills begin after basketball seasons, with Dothan High’s Jack Hovate promising a strong fall for the Tigers.
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Swamp Root Promised Quick Relief for Urinary Issues
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a fast remedy for bladder irritation and frequent urination caused by excess urine acidity. It claims the herbal formula cleanses kidneys, improves urinary flow, and relieves backache, urging readers to request a free prepaid sample by sending name and address to Kilmer & Co. Inc.
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Ohio State Coach Signs Five Year Cleveland Pro Deal
Lt Paul Brown, on leave from Ohio State, signed a five year contract as head coach and general manager of the Cleveland team in the All-America Conference. Owner Arthur McBride declined full salary details though estimates place Brown well above other football coaches. Brown said the decision was for his family and noted the generous pay.
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Arthur McBride
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Sinkwich Takes Third Military Examination
Frankie Sinkwich former all American Georgia star and Lions backfield ace underwent his third military physical in Cleveland yesterday. Though he passed the examination his papers were stamped incomplete due to a missing copy of his service record in the Marine Corps. Induction officials said the papers will be sent back to Youngstown Ohio for correction. Sinkwich had previously joined the Marines two years ago and was discharged for high blood pressure and flat feet. He later joined the Merchant Marine in 1943 and was released because of his feet.
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Championship Swim Meet Set Saturday in Atlanta
The national and Southeastern A A U championship swimming meet will be held Saturday in Atlanta with six teams entered Duke University Georgia Tech Emory University Georgia Navy pre fight Atlanta Swimming Association and the Birmingham association compete for the 1945 indoor titles.
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Picard Predicted to Win New Orleans Open by AP Writer
Veteran Times-Pacayune golf editor George Rolfe predicts Henry Picard of South Carolina will win the $5,000 New Orleans open. He favors Picard over Byron Nelson Harold McSpaden Sam Snead and Sam Byrd, citing Picard's smooth swing, accuracy, length and masterful putting as reasons.
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Times - Pacayune
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Jug) McSpaden
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Navy Cage Team Wins Two Games In Twin Bill Night
The Navy Hellcats at Memphis defeated Henderson State Teachers 61 to 56 and then beat Drew Field 61 to 56 in twin bills. Center cagers led the scoring as the Navy improved to 28 and 27 records, with Henderson State and Drew Field as opponents. The games were played at Arkadelphia and Tampa venues, respectively, in a brief road program.
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Service Cage Teams To Enter Tournament
Bainbridge Maryland AP reports seventeen of the nation s top armed forces basketball teams have been invited to enter a national service invitation tournament set for March 18 18 at the Bainbridge Naval Training Center The eight team field will include the unbeaten Army and Navy squads among those invited to send representatives.
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Southern Loop Clubs Sign Manager Pacts
MEMPHIS AP reports the Southern Association has all eight clubs signing managers for the season. New managers include Frank Snyder in Birmingham Bert Nicholt in Chattanooga Willis Hudlin in Little Rock and Clay Cooper in Mobile. holdovers are Larry Gilbert Nashville Doc Prothro Memphis KiKi Cuyler Atlanta and Fresco Thompson New Orleans. A note at the end mentions 2300 silkworms per pound of silk.
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Fresco Thompson
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Farley Among Top Baseball Fans in New York Era
New York AP notes James A Farley is regarded as a top baseball devotee, attending games weekly since 1929. He recalls playing as a youth in Haverstraw and Grasny Point and says no official role awaits him, despite rumors of a Yankees purchase or a potential commissioner bid.
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Florida wins at Gainesville in free-throw duel
Florida Gators defeated Waycross Army Air Base 42 to 40 in Gainesville. Dick Woolery led Florida with 14 points while Doug Belden added 19. Waycross guard Rasamuson top scorer for the visitors with 14 points.
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Conference Mentors Directors Move To Simplify Problems
In Birmingham AP reports the Southeastern Conference executive committee will likely call a meeting soon to study recommendations from athletic heads of the 32 member schools. Proposals cover football problems and topics include game officials selection recruiting eligibility and proselyting. Dr Harmon Caldwell as conference president may call the session in Atlanta or Birmingham.
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Southeastern Caaches and Athletic Directors Association
Frank Thomas
University of Alabama
Bernie Snively
University of Kentucky
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University of Georgia
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Former Vol Coach Seeks Sugar Bowl Film
Brig Gen Bob Neyland the former Tennessee coach seeks a film of the Duke Alabama Sugar Bowl for GI audiences in India. A Calcutta HQ letter was received by Hap Reilly showing the film will be shipped and be of interest to football enthusiasts in the area.
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R. R
Bob) Neyland
Tennessee
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Browns to name new Ohio State coach after Brown leaves Navy
McBride stated no Cleveland players have been signed and operations will start only after Brown departs the Navy. The new coach will select the team nickname and oversee on and off field duties with strong funding for talent. Carroll Widdoes may remain at Ohio State following Brown's departure, having led a flawless season as head coach last fall.
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