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Newspaper
Kent Stater
Location
Kent, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1940
Page
4
Kent dominated the game with sharp blocking and a fast backfield. Mituga highlighted the action with a 35 yard punt return as Kent shut down Bluffton after limited first downs, using a double wing and strong line play.
The article notes Yale University was originally located at Saybrook in Connecticut, describing the early establishment and relocation of the institution from its first site to its later campus.
Kent's Golden Flashes dominated Bluffton with 468 yards and 14 first downs while holding the Beavers to 63 yards. Mickey Mittaga and Jim Jones scored twice, Eddie Lewis added a long run and a pass to seal the win under a hot sun. Coach Rosy Starn criticized the effort as the team eyes tougher opponents.
The Kent State University football frosh received uniforms in a dress rehearsal in the men’s locker room last night. Thirty three freshmen from Pennsylvania and Ohio were chosen from a large squad, including Grady Jackson of Cleveland East, Jim Nard of Youngstown Raven, and Lloyd Mathie of Millersburg, all bringing strong high school records.
Akron Zippers battled Detroit Tech to a scoreless tie in a season opener. Akron intercepted three of four Detroit passes and moved 196 yards gaining 18 first downs while holding Tech to minus yardage in key drives.
Golden Flashes prepare to start against Assumption in better shape than last week. Center Vern Heichel is likely to start after recovering from a sprained ankle. Ed Chesleski wears a cast on his left arm but may be healed by Saturday. Kilbourne uncertain, Bania and White out at least two more weeks.
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