Arkansas to Play Fordham U in 1940
The Southwest American reports University of Arkansas officials have arranged a November 24, 1940 football game against Fordham University at Fordham Grounds in New York City. Professor Luigi Passerelli says formal Fayetteville approval is expected, with hopes of showcasing Razorbacks to New York fans.
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Ark
Southwest American
Luigi Passerelli
University of Arkansas Athletic Council
Fordham University
Razorbacks
Vassarelli
Duel Coffey
Fordham
Bridiite Immager of Athletics
Dolu
New York City
Passarelli
Fayetteville
Freddy. Thomson
Boyd Cypert
Joby C. Futrell
Tou
Raverback
Cod
Arkatisis
New York
Bitterest clash looms as Tigers face Texarkana Lions
The bitterest fought battle of the season is set for Friday at 3 p m on Yerger Field as the Tigers meet the Texarkana Washington High Lions in a five year rivalry. Coach Rainey aims to even the series after Texarkana won 3 of 5. The Tigers’ starting lineup lists Shaw Calvin Green Jefferson Food Walker Grady Lerger Stuart Garrigan Poindexter.
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Texarkana Washington High Lions
Yerger Field
Rainey
Texarkan
Tigers
D. Shaw
F. Calvin
R. Green
Fats Jefferson
F. Food
L. Walker
P. Grady
C. Lerger
J. Stuart
Pink Garrigan
Ed Poindexter
Foxx Named Most Valuable Man In Baseball History
Boston slugger Jimmy Foxx was voted the American League MVP for the third time, receiving all 305 points on 24 ballots. The piece notes his comeback from illness and lists other top vote recipients, while discussing football coach Meyer praising teams and players, and highlighting TCU Baylor game stats.
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James Emory Foxx
Boston Red Sox
Foxx
Baseball Writers, of America
Jimsie
Hin
Jimmie Foxx
Boston
Bill Dickey
New York
Hank Greenberg
Detroit
Chaley Rusting
Buck Newsome
St. Loui
Joe DiMaggio
Joe Cronin
Earl Averill
Cleveland
Cecil Travis
Washington
Charles Gehringer
Jeff Heath
Joe Gordon
Hal Trosky
Ken Keltner
Monty Stratton
Chicago
Mel Harden
Hal Johnson
Philadelphia
Harland Clift
St. Louis
Lou Gehrig
TCU Success Said to Fine Balance
Fort Worth report on undefeated Texas Christian University football praising balance, power, and reserve strength. Coach Lea Meyer downplays reliance on Davey O'Brien, citing team unity after overcoming handicaps. Recalls Aggie game drive, final score TCU 34, Aggies 6. O'Brien’s role noted as significant but not sole factor.
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Southwest
Sammy
Baugh
O'Brien
Sammy Baugh
Meyer
Davey
TCU
Baylor
Ki Aldrich
Jonors
Fort Worth
Texas
Texas Christian University
Lea
Texas Aggie
Aggie
Aggies
Blackhawk Reserve Russ Blinco Faces Rooming Woes
Chicago Blackhawks rookie Russ Blinco is warned about snoring causing friction in team housing. teammate Bill MacKenzie keeps a hockey stick between beds and prods Blinco awake when noises erupt, aiming to keep peace for the season.
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Russ Blinco
Chicago Blackhawks
Bill MacKenzie
Blinco
MacKenzie
Russ
Six Man Football Rising as College IntraMural Sport
Six-man football gains traction in colleges and high schools as an intramural sport, touted as a safer, faster alternative to 11-man play. The game uses fewer players, emphasizes quick substitutions, and resembles basketball in pace, with a 20 by 80 yard field and a 2-3-1 defense.
Six Man Football Rules and Innovations From Iowa Coach
The article describes six man football origins and play rules. It notes kickoffs from the 30 yard line and that fumbles may be advanced by any player. Players wear canvas topped shoes, with some barefoot play, and games consist of four ten minute periods. Stephen Epler originated six man football three years prior through necessity.
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Stephen Epler
Iowa
Curly Wolves Headed to Paragould for Tall Trip
Prescott Arkansas shipped the Curly Wolves 22 strong by bus to Paragould for the game, the longest trip yet for the team. They will train at Arkansas State College in Jonesboro, stay overnight, then travel on Friday afternoon. The Paragould eleven is coached by Jack Dale and Ralph Hairship, former Razorback figures. The Wolves hope to replace backfield losses with Fae Stuart and Bill Stainton. Accompanying personnel include Coach Storey and 15 players plus managers L. B. Iron and Dale Simpson. Return is Saturday morning.
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Ark
Curly Wolves
Paragould
Kays
Arkansas State College
Jonesboro
Jack Dale
Ralph Hairship
Razorback
Dale
Storey
Tntel
Arkansas State
Wolves
Fae Stuart
Bill Stainton
Whit Kelley
Ford
Davis
Orren
Byrd
Calhoun
Adams
Harvey
Harrell
Dickinson
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