Major Teams Battle In Bowl Games in Rose Bowl Talk
In Pasadena Tennessee and Southern California meet in the Rose Bowl to settle who plays better football. The crowd of about 92 000 watches a tight contest with Cafego’s knee a concern and USC listed as a slight favorite over Tennessee. backup backs Warren Butler and star Nave contend for key roles as USC starkly outweighs Tennessee in size and backfield depth. Krueger and Krueger’s presence adds star power to the Trojan attack as the game unfolds.
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Calif
Tennessee
Southern California
Volunteers
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Buist Warren
Slick
Johnny Butler
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Trojans
Bob Neyland
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U.S. C
Grenville Lansdell
Abrése Schindler
Doyle Nave
Nave
Weights and players marked in Tennessee sports notes
Tennessee players reportedly show heavier weights than listed with Johnny Butler at 175, the Volunteer line averaging 200, and tackles at 220. Carl Hubbell aims to return from elbow surgery for 1940. Jack Gregory blocked 23 punts in three years, nine this season. Walter Taylor, Houston born jockey, rides in Miami with 170 wins last year.
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Tennessee
Johnny Butler
Carl Hubbell
Memphis Medico
Jack Gregory
University of Chattanooga
Houston
Texas
Walter Taylor
Miami
Track stars battle for Sullivan Trophy contenders
The James E. Sullivan Memorial Trophy scuffle centers on track speedsters with Alice Marble and Joe Burk leading the field. Also in contention are Al Patnik Marvin Ward Chuck Fenske and Nile Kin nick was left out due to football absence. The piece traces past winners and notes Dempsey’s enduring fame and public appeal.
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James E. Sullivan
A.A.U
Alice Marble
Joe Burk
New Jersey
al Patnik
Ohio State
Marvin Ward
Chuck Fenske
Miler
Wisconsin
Anont
Nile Kinnick
Bobby Jones
Barney Berlinger
Jim Bausch
Glenn Cunningham
Bill Bonthron
Lawson Little
Mizzou Tech May Produce Surprises in Orange Bowl
Miami January 1 observers expect a surprise laden Orange Bowl when Georgia Tech faces Missouri. Coach Don Faurot warns Johnny Bosch can run, and if teams abandon the pass Missouri’s Paul Christman could power the ground game. Capacity 38,600 predicted for cool clear conditions as lineups include Bosch at halfback and Cunningham at fullback.
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Georgia Tech
Missouri
Don Faurot
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Johnny Bosch
Paul Christman
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San Romani defeats Cunningham in Sugar Bowl 1500 run
Archie San Romani of Emporia Kansas beat Glenn Cunningham and Blaine Rideout in the 1500 meters at the Sugar Bowl track meet in New Orleans before 15 000 spectators. San Romani clocked 4 02 as Cunningham, famed miler, faded from the field.
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Glenn Cunningham
Archie San Romani
Sugar Bowl
Emporia
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Blaine Rideout
North Texas Teachers College
San Romani
Dempsey Seen as Enduring Boxing Idol Across Generations
The piece notes Dempsey’s lasting influence and broad appeal. It recalls crowds at clubs seeking glimpses of him and quotes Al Hostak naming Dempsey as his boyhood hero. The article frames Dempsey as a model for future champions despite his retirement from fighting.
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Cleveland
Jack Dempsey
Seattle
Man Mauler
Sugar Bowl Draws 70,000 for Aggies Tulane Showdown
New Orleans crowds expect a sold out Sugar Bowl as undefeated Texas A and M faces Tulane in a 1:15 p.m. CST kickoff. The Texas band and New Orleans entertainment plan precede the game while Tulane relies on a powerful line and quick backs led by Bobby Kellogg and Harry Hays.
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Stadium-Ward
Texas A. & M
Tulane
Green Wave
Union
Texas Aggies
Greenies
Bobby
Kellogg
Harry Hays
Buddy Banker
Walker Will Stay As Deacon Mentor
Wake Forest College will not change head football coach in 1940. Peahead Walker remains skipper of the Demon Deacons as a new contract rumored to raise salary from about 3300 to near 5000 is discussed, with signing expected soon.
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Wake Forest College
Peahead Walker
Demon Deacons
Jack Horner
Greensboro Record
Sports Corner
Baptist College
Horner
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McNeill Upsets Riggs In Sugar Bowl Finals
Don McNeill a 21 year old Kenyon College student from Oklahoma City defeated Bobby Riggs to win the Sugar Bowl invitation tournament singles title 7 5 6 3 6 2. The Gardnar Mulloy and Henry Prusoff pair captured the doubles crown over Elwood Cooke and Riggs 5 7 6 4 6 2 6 2.
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Don McNeill
Kenyon College
Oklahoma City
Gardnar Mulloy
Henry Prusoff
McNeill
America
Bobby Riggs
Chicago
Mulloy- Prusoff
Riggs
Elwood Cooke
Portland
Ore
Catholic Arizona State Clash In Sun Bowl Today
In El Paso Arizona State of Tempe faces Catholic University of Washington DC in the Sun Bowl. A sellout crowd of 15,000 is expected. Dixie Howell and Dutch Bergman forecast breaks will decide the outcome.
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Tex
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Peru honors Mataji Fu kunaga for role in Incan empire founders
Mataji Fu kunaga of Japan receives decoration from Peru for proving that the Japanese were among the founders of the Incan empire. The award highlights cross cultural scholarly contributions and Peru's acknowledgment of external influence in its ancient history.
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Peru
Mataji Fukunaga
Japan
Gumdrops and Salt Help Steel Workers During Summer
During summer months steel workers receive gumdrops for energy and salt for cooling. The practice provides quick treats and electrolyte balance to sustain laborers in hot conditions.
Banks Edge Tigers in Cotton Bowl Preview
Boston College and Clemson meet in the Cotton Bowl with Clemson favored by Banks McFadden. Boston College features Charley O Rourke and a strong passing game while Clemson relies on a stout line and 180 pound back. Governor Maybank attends with bands from Clemson and SMU in Dallas.
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McPadden
Banks McFada
Clemson
Boston College
Charley O'Rourke
Tulane
Stake Horses Set for $10,000 New Year Race at Santa Anita
Ten of the Wests best stake horses compete in the $10,000 added New Years Day stakes at Santa Anita Park. Kayak II is favored in the one mile event. In the running include three of 1939 Santa Anita handicap top four: Kayak II Whichee and Specify. Also in field are Heelfly Can't Wait Airflame Sun Egré Journey On Pernie and Count DOr.
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Los Angeles
Jan
Santa Anita Park
Charles
Howard
Austin C. Taylor
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East West Shrine Game expected crowd for charity contest
San Francisco reports a near sellout of 59 000 for the 15th Shrine East West football game with 44 top college stars. East coaches Kerr and Bierman rely on passing and defense to counter Western aerial plays. Probable East starters include Sitko Stirnweiss McAfee with Kish Buell at fullback.
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San Francisco
Andy Kerr
Colgate
Bernie Bierman
Minnesota
Steve Sitko
Notre Dame
George Stirnweiss
North Carolina
George McAfee
Duke
Ben Kish
Pittsburgh
Ed Buell
New York University
East
College Cage Teams Play In Own Loops
The article notes top college programs like Clemson and Maryland in a weekend tour with nine doubleheaders in major East Coast cities, as teams chase conference titles before settling into the championship grind. It highlights a shift from frequent barnstorming to a reduced schedule with the focus on final conference tilts.
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Bowl Times Broadcasts From Major New Year Games
AP lists bowl times and attendances for Rose Bowl Southern California versus Tennessee at 5 15 p m EST with NBC CBS and MBS coverage. Sugar Bowl Tulane versus Texas A M kicks at 2 15 p m EST with NBC blue network. Orange Bowl Georgia Tech versus Missouri at 7 p m EST with CBS telecast. Cotton Bowl Clemson versus Boston College at 3 p m EST. Sun Bowl Arizona State versus Catholic University at 4 p m EST. East West Shrine San Francisco all stars time 5 p m EST with MBS broadcast.
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Roundup of Bowls and Sports Chatter On New Years Day
Incidental results note Texas Agls 6 over Tulane Georgia Tech 10 over Missouri Clemson 13 10 Boston College Southern 11 10 over Tennessee. Thomas Smith Jr of Tennessee is grandson of Gen Howell in North South parade. Guests Barker Fullerton Robertson Talbot Brietz Martin Boni Bailey Feder say happy new year. Boxing interest grows with Golden Gloves and potential Big Six league talk.
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Rose Bowl lore and odds from a quirky column
Southern California’s Rose Bowl record isn’t spotless with California’s 1922 victory. Santa Monica lifeguard Preston Peterson set a 100 yard paddle-board record. Texas allows bear wrestling but not as a championship. Umpire notes, Wimbledon memory, and a film praised by the National League circulate in a miscellany of sport and comment.
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