Army And Navy Share Top Ranks In Weekly Poll
Army tops the AP football poll with 77 first place votes and 935 points while Navy ranks second with five first place nominations and 759 points. Randolph Field leads the service division with 15 first place votes and 770 points. Notre Dame falls out of the top ten for the first time since 1942, dropping to eleventh after a 59–0 defeat.
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Golfers Convention Being Held In Chicago
Delegates to the 28th annual national PGA convention in Chicago will elect officers. Ed Dudley is expected to win reelection as president. J Corcoran announced a 15 tournament schedule worth 115000 in cash and war bonds. Potential revival of the Masters at Augusta, Georgia, is discussed for next spring. The schedule lists events in Charlotte Greens boro and Durham with open purses ranging from 5000 to 7500.
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Notre Dame Courage Highlighted In Broadcasters Meeting
News from New York notes Notre Dame shows grit after a tough college football season. Ed McKeever attends both writers and broadcasters meetings and reflects on past games, with comments on Blanchard and Davis for future halves and Army's line strength ahead of the Army Navy game.
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Johnston Promises Lou’s Pursuit of Joe Louis
Jimmy Johnston announces he has taken Lou Nova’s contract and says Nova will chase Joe Louis until he catches him. He predicts Louis’ pay will be generous and hints Nova may regret the pursuit.
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Pimlico Sights Include Clubhouse and Longtime Manager
At Pimlico race track the clubhouse built in 1870 stands among notable sights. Matt Daiger serves as general manager for 46 years, with Ed Mach named Yale's star pitcher in the context.
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Evening Radio Schedule November 14 1942 War Time Adjustments
Eastern program changes due to late network corrections run from 6:00 p.m. with News and serials to late night Variety and News including Buckram broadcasts. Notable features include Captain Midnight repeats, Tom Mix serials, Dick Tracy, Jack Armstrong, Green Hornet, Lum and Abner, Judy drama, Fibber McGee and Molly, Bob Hope, Hil and Heatter commentary, and end with news and variety shows.
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Hutson’s TD Catch After Rough Guard Challenge
Don Hutson reacted to a rough shove by a Cleveland defender last Sunday. He threatened a chin clip, then maneuvered past the rival, sprinted to the end zone, and caught a touchdown pass for Green Bay.
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Navy guard crews play softball aboard SS Lou Gehrig
In spare time the armed guard crew of the SS Lou Gehrig plays softball in the No 2 hold when cargo space allows. Cpl Charles Jones a wrestling and judo instructor at Keesler Field Miss also helps with signs and coaching. Captain George B Huffman devised a poster assignment that backfired producing Dont let Jones do it in the dressing room.
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Devils Risk League Lead In USC Game
Richmond Va November 14 South Carolina faces Duke at Columbia and Wake Forest to close 1944 season with Duke and Clemson in the mix for the Southern Conference title. Duke favored to win remaining games but outcomes could force a tie or sole ownership depending on USC results.
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Army Navy sellout proves 19000 fans chase 18756 seats
Annapolis reports the Army Navy game is sold out with 18756 seats for an expected 19000 applications. Local residents face strict eligibility rules centered on a restricted 10 mile radius and Navy athletic association priorities.
Reds Outfielder Gerald Walker Rejected for Service
Gerald Walker of the Cincinnati Reds was rejected for military service at Camp Walker after induction examinations on November 3. The 36 year old outfielder and father of four was transferred from Winter Park. officials did not disclose the reason for rejection.
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Three Way Tie in War Fund Benefit Game at Canby
In Canby Minnesota on November 14 a National War Fund benefit football game ended in a three way tie. Both alumni teams were scoreless while the War Fund team also had zero points due to the ticket seller's no show, nullifying attendance and scoring.
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Ortiz Keeps Bantam Title In Victory Over Castillo
Manuel Ortiz of Fl Centro California is a 1 to 4 favorite to defend his world bantamweight title against Luis Castillo of Mexico City in a 15 round bout tonight. Ortiz previously stopped Castillo in the fourth round in September after cutting Castillo’s eye. This marks Ortiz’s 15th title defense.
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Possible move of Army Navy game to large city stadium
A Congressional group may appeal to President Roosevelt to relocate the Army Navy football game from Annapolis to a bigger urban stadium. Representative Manasco said he will urge Speaker Rayburn and House Majority Leader McCormack to lead a House delegation to the White House. The Naval Academy stadium in Annapolis seats about 19 000, while earlier efforts to move the game to Philadelphia or other large cities with 60 000 to 100 000 spectators failed. Presidential Secretary Stephen Early suggested the President would keep the game on a community limited basis due to transportation issues. In another item, Lt Joe Hunt the 1943 national tennis singles champion has been assigned to flying duties at the Naval Air Station Daytona Beach after earning his wings at Pensacola.
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Athletics Sell Garbark and Burgo to Double-A Teams
Philadelphia announced on November 14 that catcher Bob Garbark is sold to Isville of the American Association and outfielder Bill Burgo moves to Milwaukee of the same circuit in part payment for outfielder Hal Pack. Connie Mack disclosed the transactions.
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Birmingham Barons pick 13th catcher for 1945 uniforms
General Manager Paul Florence selected Charlie Smith as the 13th catcher for the Birmingham Barons. Smith became the 13th player lost by the Southern league club in recent signings and roster changes.
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20th Century Sports Clubbers Top City Tag Grid Contests
HPC Fresh beats Mechanicsville Stampers 19 13 after a 13 13 tie. Down eight downs decide winner with most yards. Telly to Williams scoring early, Gabriel extra, Rickard to Hayworth for Stampers, and Stewart to Telly on late interception return. Forfeit gives Sports Clubbers win over Logan Porter Mirrors. standings show Sports Clubs 5 1 .800.
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Doc Blanchard Praised In Eyes Of Coach
Notre Dame coach Ed McKeever, watching Army and Navy, says Army is better than in 1943 and Navy has a terrific line. He notes Doc Blanchard as a future great and cites Cadet backs who can score, including Bob Jenkins and Clyde Scott, while criticizing some Navy fumbling.
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Army coach cites Blanchard block as hardest hit of ND game
Lt. Col. Earl Blaik says Doc Blanchard's open field block on John Adams was the greatest individual play in the Notre Dame game. Pop Warner in stands called it the hardest block he had ever seen.
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Farmers' land equities hit 25-year high says USDA
The U S Department of Agriculture reports that farmers' equity in their land has reached the highest level in a quarter of a century, signaling strong asset values for agricultural holders and potential shifts in rural finance.
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Georgia Tech and Mississippi State Lead New Year Bowl Bids
In New Orleans on November 14, Georgia Tech and Mississippi State appeared to have the inside track for bids to the New Year's Day game. Midwinter Sports Association President A B Nicholas declined to officially name teams, saying it would aid competitors.
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Wake Forest Prepares for Thanksgiving Battle with South Carolina
Wake Forest Deacons resume workouts after a two day holiday to gear up for the Thanksgiving Day game against South Carolina in Charlotte. The team seeks to rebound from a seven game win streak halted by Duke as Coach Peahead Walker praises the Blue Devils.
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Cloudbusters Rally Past Geo Preflight 33 to 18
Cloudbusters coach Glenn Killinger praised the team after a 33 to 18 win over Geo Preflight. The squad took Monday off and prepares to face Camp Peary next Saturday.
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Tar Heels Aim to Rally Against Yale in Saturday Tilt
Tar Heels from Chapel Hill expect a hard scrap with Yale at New Haven after a spirited effort against Army. Coaches and players predict a close game if the team repeats the same intensity.
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Wolfpack prep for finale after Miami win
North Carolina State coaches lightened drills as they prepared for Saturday's home game against Richmond. Beattie Feathers praised the 28-7 win over the Miami Hurricanes last week.
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Sammy Angott Retires Again From Boxing Ring
Sammy Angott, former world lightweight champion from Washington Pennsylvania, announces a second retirement claiming he will stay retired. The 30 year old veteran cites a broken right hand, past injuries, and a desire to protect his health and family after losses to McDaniels and Zurita.
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Hutson Called Greatest Football Threat by Isbell
Cecil Isbell, Purdue coach and former Packers teammate, says Don Hutson remains the greatest offensive threat in football after 10 pro seasons. He adds Hutson will be a champion forever and there will never be another like him.
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Gremlins Face Maxwell Field After Forewarned Challenge
The Third Air Force Gremlins prepare for a Sunday clash with Maxwell Field in Tampa. Coach Quinn Decker plans the same lineup used against Great Lakes though Wingback Ernie Bonelli has a rib injury yet remains in the starting group. Several players carry minor injuries but the Gremlins intend to field full force.
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