Forgotten Man of Football Scouts Worth His Weight
University of Minnesota coach discusses the pivotal role of scouts in football prep. He highlights Les Lautenschlager, Red Dawson, Sig Harris, and others, noting how vigilant observation reveals plays, weaknesses, and adjustments. The piece emphasizes consistency and keen insight from trusted scouts across seasons.
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Tulane
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Red Dawson
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Michigan
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Sig Harris
Faust
Sike
Farmer Counts Sheep In Baffling Notes
Fragmentary text shows a farmer recounting sheep and odd phrases about counting in cars and sleep, with unclear sequence and dialogue. The readable parts indicate a rural scene focusing on sheep and a late night context.
Bobcat Mentor Seeks Parsons Backfield Stardom
Beebe High comes Friday as Coach Foy Hammons hones Woutrow Parsons from guard to a blocking back then tests his ball carrying ability. Spears works on throwing as Hammons plans more pass plays while Beebe’s rumored heavy but green lineup looms. The squad practices, scrims, and drills to sharpen offense ahead of the matchup.
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Razorbacks Meet Baylor Saturday
Razorbacks coach Fred Thomsen refines running backs for the Baylor game in Fayetteville. QB Jack Robbins shows improved conditioning. Parker running back expected to help. Ralph Rawlings and Alen Keen shined in Wednesday work, while the line needs support. Baylor counters with Livy Russell and Bob Masters, promising a strong midline battle against Landau and Reynolds as the Bears begin their 1936 conference slate.
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Fred Thomsen
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Jack Robbins
Texas Christian University
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Parker
Ralph Rawlings
Alen Keen
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Livy Russell
Bob Maste
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Bob Masters
Kenneth Landau
John [Reynolds
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Wisconsin hunters stage bamboo target bow and hunt tourney
In Milwaukee a fall bow and arrow hunting season is announced with a field event featuring scenery jungle props and pasteboard beasts as targets. A spinoff skort shoot uses batloon targets on bamboo poles, while Trojan players from Southern California are noted for marriages among five teammates and the Langley is cited as the first electrically driven U.S. Navy carrier.
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Robin Hoods
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Winning Plays of 1936 By Art Krenz NEA Service
Football analysis notes a Texas Tech 7-0 upset over Texas Christian University in the Sugar Bowl era. The piece highlights a surprising play from Tech’s new stadium in Lubbock and Coach Pete Caw explains the timing and execution of a Notre Dame style misdirection play that fooled TCU.
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Art Krenz
Texas Tech
Texas Christian University
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Tech Tailback Jim Neill Leads Standout Play
Jim Neill, a 197 pound Tech tail back, ran behind perfect blocking for the score as every T. C. U. man was knocked out of play. Neill went over standing up, and was praised as Tech's candidate for All America honors showing superior kicking passing and running.
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Jim Neill
Tech
Neill
Jim
Sammy Baugh
Warneke Traded to Chicago as Cards Rebuild Pitching
St Louis branch Rickey announced a straight player deal sending Jim Cditing and LeRoy Farmelde to Chicago for Len Warneke. Warneke, a top National League pitcher from Millie Ide Arkansas, will aid Dizzy Dean after Paul Dean arm issues.
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ST. Louis
Branch Rickey
Warnecke
Dizay Dean
Paul Dean
Nashville Scrappers Face Smackover Tilt Friday Night
Nashville prepares for a home game against Smackover High School Friday at 8 o clock after a solid Camden matchup. The team, coming off a Camden win and favored to beat Smackover, then travels to DeQueen on October 16 before hosting Hope High School the next week.
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Camden Panthers Ready to Face Pine Bluff Zebras
Camden High School fans expect a tough road game Friday night as the Panthers, led by Coach Coleman, travel to Pine Bluff to meet the undefeated Zebras. Camden features Tanner at center Patterson at guard and standout linemen Kizzia Blair and McKennon, with a strong offense guided by seasoned veterans.
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Giants May Rebuild With McCarthy At First
New York Giants boss Bill Terry discussed team changes aiming for a World Series return. Travis Jackson likely exits as third baseman, Johnny McCarthy could start at first, and Collins may stay out of the trade mix. Terry plans knee surgery and ponders a comeback if needed. Dodgers president McKeever disputes sale rumors despite Frick confirming Huston interest.
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Dixie Series Halted by Rain in Tulsa Championship Showdown
Rain halted the Dixie Series between the Birmingham Barons and the Tulsa Oilers in Tulsa. The third game was postponed after both teams, champions of the Southern Association and Texas League, arrived to continue the race, with Tulsa leading two games to one.
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Panthers prepare rare passing game for zebra clash
The Panthers will debut a saved lateral passing offense for the Zebra game, a method unused this season. A special train departs at 3:30 p.m. Friday carrying the team, band, and several hundred fans. An estimation shows milk processing slightly reduced vitamin C content.
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Prescott Cancels Game With Camden High School
Prescott Curly Wolves coach Roybert Smith announced the cancellation of the October 16 football game with Camden High School. The Wolves will instead meet Foreman Institute, while Smackover defeated them last week and they travel to El Dato to face the Wildcats Friday night.
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Colgate Trainer Rourke Holds Long Coaching Career
Jack Rourke of Colgate, trainer and president of the American Track Coaches Association, has sustained a long tenure. For 24 years he has coached track and trained all Colgate teams, and he has trained 10 All-America football players, likely more than any other trainer in the United States.
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Colgate
American Track Coaches Association
Nashville Camden football game dispute sparks ruling request
Camden and Nashville high schools face a controversy over a late game play and an extra point. Coach Coleman cites referee miscall and seeks Arkansas Athletic Association ruling on whether the game should stand or a playoff be held.
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Arkan Athletic Association
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National gridiron showdowns loom this Saturday
Four large games ignite the national title race with Minnesota at Nebraska and Ohio State hosting Pittsburgh in pivotal clashes. Minnesota seeks to extend a 18 game win streak and Nebraska eyes Rose Bowl hopes while Pittsburgh aims for national recognition.
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