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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1944
Page
9
Navy routed Purdue in a decisive 32 to 0 game, dominating on both sides of the field. The performance featured strong defensive stands and a powerful ground game that overwhelmed the opposition throughout.
Alabama dominated Mississippi State 19 to 0 before a Homecoming crowd of 23,000 as Alabama’s Gilmer, Tew, and Hodges led the scoring and the Tide’s line overwhelmed the Maroons. McWilliams was sidelined early and the Tide defense shut down State’s early attack. Alabama held edge in first downs, rushing yards, and passing, while State failed to sustain long drives.
Unbeaten Tennessee found late steam to defeat Temple University 27-14, overcoming a 14 14 halftime tie. Freshman Buster Stephens paced the attack with three touchdowns as the Vols boosted their bowl hopes and outscored Temple 13 points in the final quarter.
Duke Universitys Blue Devils routed South Carolina 34 to 7 as the offense clicked and the defense contained the Gamecocks in a high intensity game. Duke scored early and controlled the clock while South Carolina struggled to move the ball and convert key plays.
Misread play by play leaves unclear final score as Strand breaks away late in the fourth with a touchdown. Garpecucks staged three drives but cannot finish in time, leaving spectators uncertain about the outcome.
Raleigh basé AP report states NC State offered Feathers a grid coaching post as he completed his first interview and entered consideration for the football staff.
The article reports Wes Feathers, previously tied to Appalachien College and a faculty member, likely to accept the head coaching position at North Currles State College after Doc Newton resigned. Feathers, a former Tennessee and Chicago Bears back, would obtain release from Appalachian College to take the role.
Ohio State, seeking a Rose Bowl bid, defeated Illinois 26 12 in Cleveland to extend their unbeaten streak to eight. The crowd of 83 27 thousand watched the Buckeyes capitalize on Illinois early score with three periods scoring drives and forceful defense including fumbles and interceptions.
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