Baseball Chiefs Delay Decision On Commissioner Choice
The Chicago moguls postponed talks in New York to February 2 with a plan to regulate athletes for the draft. Leslie M. O Conner argues against a new commissioner, noting Landis was unique. The three man council will guide baseball’s future until a successor is chosen as War Mobilization Director Byrnes faces a cool reception. Tennessee Vols after a Rose Bowl loss resume sports activity.
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Vols Street Kentucky From Unbeaten Streak In Basketball
Tennessee toppled Kentucky 35 34 to end the Wildcats’ unbeaten run as Notre Dame De Paul St Johns and Army also posted notable wins. Iowa remained among the undefeated with a 26 27 win over Michigan while De Paul rallied to beat Hamline 45 42 and St Johns beat Akron 49 42 and Syracuse 53 35.
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Armstrong Is Still Good Drawing Card
Arm strong remains a drawing card as a fading champ fighting hard against a younger heavier foe. The referee called a draw, yet Armstrong was beaten, though he continues to box and still draws headlines and crowds. He began fighting in 1931, turned pro in 1932, and after an eight month layoff and an eye surgery he returned, defeating Zivic in ten rounds less than two years later.
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First U S Auto Road Race Held on Thanksgiving 1895
On Thanksgiving Day 1895 the United States witnessed its first automobile road race in Illinois. Albany, New York claims status as the oldest chartered city in the country. St Augustine Florida is noted as the oldest city. Over 500000 insect species are known. California grows Japanese peppermint for menthol. Zinnias and tomatoes are native Mexican flowers. Australians refer to tropical cyclones as willy wallies.
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Tennessee Upsets Kentucky Shocks SEC Basketball World
Tennessee's basketball quintet defeated defending SEC champions Kentucky in a stunning upset lifting Vols stock in college hoops. Malone five routed Colquitt 54 12 in a separate game with Anderson 12 points Taylor 11 Garrett 10 leading Malone as they built a 23 0 lead by end of first period and 32 point margin at halftime.
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Byrnes Rejects Post War Baseball Commissioner Bid
War Mobilization Director James Byrnes made clear in a letter to Latimer of the Greenville News that he is not interested in becoming the high commissioner of baseball after the war. The idea had been floated by Latimer and endorsed by several baseball officials.
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Ray Mangrum Wins Tucson Golf Meet
Ray Mangrum, 34, of Los Angeles, captured the Tucson open with rounds of 66 and 64. He finished 72 holes at 268, beating Byron Nelson and others. Mangrum set a tournament record at El Rio CC, while moving on to the San Antonio Open next.
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Reds Manager Wins Bill Slocum Memorial Award
New York Baseball Writers named William B McKeechnie manager of the Cincinnati Reds as winner of the Bill Slocum Memorial award for meritorious service to baseball. He will receive a plaque at the New York Writers annual dinner on February 4.
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Four Pros Invited To Miami Golf Meet
Five more professional players join the International four ball gold matches in Miami from March 8 to 11. Named are Joe Kirkwood of Philadelphia, Canadian players Stanley Horny and Jules Huot, plus two other Canadians.
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Wartime Plans May At Crimp In Sports But Leaders Cheerful
CHICAGO AP War Department outlines plans for professional and collegiate sports to operate next year though women lead war effort. NFL and NHL officials voice willingness to suspend schedules if war needs arise. baseball travel and war plant work complicate seasons. Pete Gray, one armed outfielder, named guest of honor at Philadelphia Sports Writer dinner.
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Girl Cager Sets Scoring Record In Madison Match
In New York AP report a girls basketball game featured Nath Ville Viliew and Madison Equar with standout performances. Alene score a three pointer while a record-setting two-year span noted by the Vultees and Black Alpines ended with a scoreline unclear due to garbled text.
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Georgia Tech Faces Tough SEC Week With Kentucky and Tennessee
Georgia Tech’s Yellow Jackets, after beating Auburn and losing to Alabama, prepare for SEC tests this week. They travel to Kentucky tonight and visit Tennessee in Knoxville Saturday.
Vacu-route carburetor promises 30 percent mileage gain
Motorists and truck owners are urged to install the Vacu-route carburetor, claimed to boost gas mileage up to 30 percent, with more power and easier starting. Manufactured by Vacu-Matle Carburetor Co. of Wauwatosa Wisconsin offers free literature and installation guidance.
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Mountview City Night Offers Comedy and Music
In a weekend lineup at the Miver City Mid venue Allac Lane hosts a late show with William Usadie and Beriole 0 Keth performing Abroad With Tau Yanks. Sunday features Freddie Ware's Orchestra in Balen eo Being Street. Monday and Tuesday present Willem Wendix and Dannie Koote in Abroad With Tag Yanks.
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