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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1941
Page
6
Southern California reels amid blackouts and submarine salvos off the coast while hometown pride centers on the Santa Anita Racetrack opening. Grayson notes Bears penalties, Lions coach complaints, and Army readiness, with college basketball upsets and West Texas State scoring spree illustrating a national sports scene.
Alexis Tompson's new troupe debuts at Madison Square Garden with Bobby Riggs and Frank Kovacs in strong rookie showing. Fred Perry exits with a radial nerve contusion after a stunt, expected to resume tour soon. Kovacs defeats Budge 6-4 2-6 6-4 as Perry and Riggs trade games in tight sets.
A condensed recap of past sports showdowns including the Blue Gray game in Montgomery and college football and basketball results. Highlights mention Georgia Tech beating California 13 0 and Illinois over Manhattan 60 41 with other era matchups and times noted in brief form.
Yesterday's preliminary results at the Oklahoma City all college tournament show Baylor 64 over Colorado State 44 and Texas Christian 25 over Oklahoma A and M 32. Southeast State 42 19 Springfield Teachers. Texas 49 Oklahoma City U 32. West Texas 70 East Central State 37. SMU 47 Colorado Mines 37. Pittsburg Teachers 63 New Mexico 38. Baylor 53 Southeast State 38.
Greenwood Lake New York December 27 Louis resumed training for his title defense against Buddy Baer showing he enjoyed the Christmas vacation. After Friday's workout he weighed 210 1 4 pounds, a pound more than on Wednesday.
Harold Reiser edged Dolf Camilli 299 to 294 in league slugging as the Dodgers clinched the pennant. Reiser led in triples and tied for doubles, while Camilli topped home runs. Dodgers excelled on the road and in close games, aiding their title run.
Tensions between Japanese and Filipino celery field workers in Stockton California rose after the Philippines invasion. Jungo Kino a 55 year old Japanese garage attendant was shot dead through his garage office door. Police seek an unidentified Filipino suspect.
Northwestern University football and basketball teams show strong scoring from the line. The football squad lost to Notre Dame 7-6, while the Wildcats hit 43 of 60 free throws for 71.6 percent. Sophomore Otto Graham connected on 15 of 18.
A wartime themed roundup notes the Blue Gray football game in Montgomery as a symbol of unity and friendship after the 60 minute clash. It also touches on golf ball shortages at North Hills, Missouri football grit, coach moves, signings, and other sports tidbits from baseball to horse racing.
Topeka December 27 Kansas soldiers released from military service in recent months for being over 28 or for other reasons are to return to service immediately Adjutant General M R McLean said the corps area headquarters asked for lists Local draft boards will compile the lists and the army will advise the men when and where to report Men released automatically were placed in the reserve.
Baton Rouge reports seven all-Americas will play January 3 in the Shriner East West game in New Orleans. Oklahoma star Jack Jacobs promises Western offense with straight long passes and sharp punts as co coach Babe Hollingberg hails his potential impact. Also named are Frankie Albert Stanford Stan Ford, Bill Dudley Virginia and Bruce Smith Minnesota.
Beaumont Texas December 27 Dutch Harrison the Little Rock star opened the Beaumont open with a 67 four under par leading 223 players in the 72 hole event. Henry Picard trailed after a brief lead and finished the opening round tied for second with Herman Keiser and Tony Penna just one stroke behind.
Texas leads the quarter finals with five of eight starters Texas Texas Tech West Texas SMU and Baylor among the favorites. Oklahoma A and M defending champ Pittsburg Teachers Arkansas join others as upsets loom with Texas Christian the lone defeat. Oklahoma Aggies upset Texas Christian 32 25 with the Horned Frogs close throughout.
The army will promote officers by demonstrated merit during wartime, replacing the peacetime system that favored length of service. A temporary wartime promotion by selection will apply to regular, reserve, and national guard officers, and to recalled retired regulars.
Washington law restores Thanksgiving to the fourth Thursday of November. President Roosevelt signed the bill freezing the date for future years after a temporary shift to the third Thursday.
Manhattan venues report near capacity reservations for New Year Eve dining and entertainment priced from five to fifteen dollars. Hotels and clubs offer supper, music, favors, and noise makers as crowds plan to celebrate.
A compact reminder about saving money by routinely scanning the classified pages each day for bargains. The note emphasizes frugality and steady attention to deals across listings.
Sunday attendees at the Smith-Garder home included John and Mrs Smith Lone Star Norval Smith Cheyenne and Pharon Miller. Lawrence residents Albert Turner Raymond Qevice Allan Brechelsen Mary Elizabeth Elliott joined others for meals. Lola Schott Globe and Coll Smith Lawrence wed last week. Lloyd Hoffman left for Pitcairn Pa for work. Vesper service featured a Nativity play at Bethel church. Albert Hollaway Warsaw and Everett Turner hosted weekend visitors with Earl Collins also present.
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