Sophs to Play Lot of Ball at University
Sophomores will have major roles for the Arkansas Razorbacks in 1950 as several spring standouts move to their first varsity seasons. Names like Larry Hogue Buddy Sutton Jean Pryor and Johnny Cole join a 31 sophomores and 20 juniors on the Parker squad. The Arkansas Athletics Association seeks to curb recruiting of high school stars yet has limited power to bar college offers. Former Razorbacks coach Fred Thomson attended the spring game and stressed quarterback handoff timing as crucial to the split formation for next season.
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Jean Pryor
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Fred Co
Tommy) Thomson
Springfield
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Parkers Open Baseball Play With Victory
The University of Arkansas opened its 1950 baseball season by defeating Washington University of St. Louis 19 to 10 in Fayetteville. The muddy field and fading light ended the game after six innings due to rain and darkness. Pitcher Jack Sbange hit a two run homer to spark Arkansas in the second inning. A second game was planned for the next day if conditions allowed.
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All-Stars and Globetrotters Battle to Tie in Cleveland
On April 4 the Harlem Globetrotters and college All-Americans drew 68 to 58 in Cleveland amid a slippery Moor surface causing numerous spills. The college team led throughout and the clubs plan a rematch tonight in Indianapolis. The Globe Trotters had three losses in 150 games this season after winning the opener in Chicago for 847 dollars.
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Alligator Lifespan Up To 200 Years
Authorities say an alligator does not reach full growth until 40 to 60 years old. The animal’s normal life span is estimated at 100 to 200 years.
French fighters from Paris chase La Motta title in ring
In Philadelphia Robert Villemain won a unanimous decision over Otis Graham to take a step toward reclaiming La Motta's middleweight crown. Laurent Dauthuille stopped Charley Affi in Pittsburgh with a ninth round KO after a sharp mid bout contest.
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New York Radio Lineup On April 4 Tonight
NBC schedule features Cavalcade drama at 8 with Robert Cummings followed by Bob Hope at 8 30 and Fibber and Molly at 9 30 CBS offers Mystery Theater at 7 and Mr and Mrs North at 7 30 Life With Luigi at 8 Philip Marlowe Adventures at 9 and Pursuit at 9 30 ABC fills 6 30 Counter Spy 7 30 Gentlemen of the Press 8 Town Meeting from Richmond Virginia Marshall Plans 9 Time for Defense with Johnson and Bradley MBS presents Count of Monte Cristo at 7 30 and a detective drama at 8 30 and Mys-
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Dauthuille Knocks Out Affit in Ninth Round
Parisian boxer Dauthuille, weighing 157 1 2 pounds, stopped Affit in the ninth with a nine count then a knockout driven by a left and right. Affit weighed 160 pounds.
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Affit
Walker Cup selection recalls Egan’s 1904 amateur title
Chandler Egan, who won the 1904 amateur golf title at age 20, was picked for the Walker Cup team 30 years later. The piece also lists boxing results featuring Vill, Gresham, Beau Jack, and Zivic, along with broadcast notes for NBC CBS and ABC programs.
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