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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1946
Page
9
Willie Hoppe of Newark holds a 100 to 85 edge over Jake Chacfer Jr. of Chicago in the second round of a 1350 point three fashion match spanning six cities ending December 20. A winner take all purse of 5000 dollars is at stake.
Renowned star Harry Gilmer is named to the third team as the annual All America selections list top players from colleges across the nation. Highlights include first team selections such as Burr Baldwin and Johnny Lujack, with Gilmer earning recognition alongside noted peers in college football.
Paul Severin former Florida end coach and three time All Southeastern selection told the Wiregrass Quarterback Club that Florida’s eight losses and no wins this season show it is hard to go undefeated but even harder to go winless. He said the team is young with freshmen and should be better next year while noting an easy schedule ahead. Severin praised the offense and recruiters but faulted the line and defense. He claimed Auburn is several touchdowns better and Florida hopes for at least one win to end the season. The talk came as Dan Morgan announced officer elections and a nominating committee for the coming year. He also said six Southeastern Conference coaches will attend the final meeting on December 8.
The AP weekly football poll places Army and Notre Dame as the top two teams. Navy would likely enter next week after a 41-0 win by the Irish over Tulane, with 32 writers selecting Army, 12 tying Army and Notre Dame, and 66 naming Army first.
An AP report lists future bowl pairings with several major bowls yet to name teams. Sugar Bowl remains without announced participants while the Cotton, Orange, Rose, Gator, and Sun Bowls name various matchups or leave opponents pending.
John Mastrangelo of Notre Dame Walter Barnes from Louisiana State Gregg Browning of Denver Mickey McCarde from Southern Cal Harry Gilmer of Alabama Forrest Hail of San Francisco Bobby Layne of Texas are named in a roster style note.
Do than Coaches Rip Hewes and Jack Howater led the Tigers in their initial basketball workout of the season. Three returning veterans Wilbur Johnson Rayford Dennis James Burket and much of last year s B team are back as they plan a December 18 local doubleheader with Eufaula and a tentative schedule of about half a dozen games.
Dodgers manager Leo Durocher foresees a strong season for the Flatbush club. He notes trades and big changes may come after recent contract talks and Branch Rickey’s LA meeting hints.
Rickey discusses Brock policy and moves with first baseman Nesog star in Montreal. Robinson remains on Montreal list while aiming to join the Brooklyn club. team shifts and youth influence loom as season opens.
Weekend listings feature Johnny Mari Brown, Seneman From Venn, Willan Frawley, Ade fe Mata, Janer Circe, Paul Herre, and Parker in a varied program. Late night acts highlight Human Bondave with Saturday entertainment.
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