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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1940

Page

10

Oklahoma Sooners Hope for Strong Night Against Nebraska

Oklahoma faces Nebraska Friday without influenza hit captain Marvin Mesch as the Sooners seek a stronger offensive show after a cold shooting game against Kansas State. Injuries and illnesses hampered the squad, with Snodgrass Scheffler and Mesch limited, while Missouri and Kansas State beat the odds against Oklahoma in recent weeks.

Norman Okla Althe Marvin Mesch Oklahoma Nebraska Kansas State Wildcats Sooners Kansas State Jimmy McNatt Drake’s Kansas and Missouri Snodgrass Kansas Lawrence Oklahoma Aggies Stillwater Herb Scheffler Mesch Cornhuskers Missouri Lincoln Harold Browne Scarlet Don Fitz Harry’ Pitcarthley Drake

Brock scores 83 as Freed-Hardeman trounces Bethel 101 21

Alyss Brock the Freed-Hardeman college forward tallies 83 points scoring by quarter 22 16 28 17 to power a 101 21 victory over Bethel college of McKenzie Tenn. The feat sets a scoring mark for the night and highlights the game.

Alyss Brock Freed- Hardeman College Bethel College of Mckenzie Tenn

Sports Roundup highlights in a busy exchange of notes

Ralph Graham seeks Wes Fry era job after Kansas State run. Galento Baer relief fund fight eyed in Jersey City Armory. Joe Jacobs touts Godoy Louis routes. Dodgers trade Roy Cullenbine as Ott holdout looms. Bettina brings in seconds for Apostoli. Castilloux saves for Montreal tavern dream. Aggie Tulane Sugar Bowl pics tour Texas towns. Apps may quit Toronto hockey to enter politics. 42 night games planned in National League. Ellsworth Vines to pair with Sara zen in St. Augustine event then Mexico City tennis with Budge. Superior Wisconsin cites Dodgers tie with 500 autograph volume. Mike Brady shoots Miami Biltmore front nine 35 under. Archie San Romani may teach music in Maine.

New York Ralph Graham Kansas State Grid Wes Fry Graham Bo McMillin Indiana Mayor Hague Mike Jacobs Jersey City Joe Jackson New Mexico Aggie Tommy Kline Savannah Joe Jacobs Arturo Godoy Joe Louis Giants Mel Ott Bill Terry Horace Stoneham Melio Bettina Miami Apostoli Dave Castilloux Montreal Texas Sylvanus ‘Apps Toronto Maple Leafs Ellsworth Vines Gene Sarazen St. Augustine Ellsworth Mexico City Don Budge Superior Wis Dodgers Larry MacPhail Mike Brady Miami-Biltmore Archie San Romani Maine

San Romani questions Cunningham fame in Maine job talk

Archie San Romani, a Kansas runner seeking a Maine music teaching post, questioned why Miler Cunningham should be labeled a has-been after Cunningham’s Friday night mile in New York. Cape Elizabeth officials offered no immediate decision following the interview.

Portland Archie San Romani Maine Glenn Cunningham Cunningham New York Cape Elizabeth

Tulsa Forward Leads Missouri Valley Scoring Race

Tulsa forward Harry Lamprich rose from eighth to first in the Missouri Valley scoring race with 18 points in a win over St Louis to reach 55 total. Ned Swan of Drake is second with 54, followed by J Eddie Amsbaugh of Washburn and Desmond Lee of Washington, with Gene Smelser of Oklahoma Aggies close behind.

Des Moines Harry Lamprich Tulsa St. Louis Creighton Ned Swan Drake J. Eddie Amsbaugh Washburn Desmond

Multiple College and High School Basketball Scores Listed

Associated Press roundup lists results from various colleges and high schools including Maryville Teachers 48 Rockhurst 16 and Georgia Tech 83 Auburn 31. Other noted games include Dallas Christian, Texas Christian, and Kansas area schools with scores spanning the day.

Maryville (Mo Rockhurst Missouri Valley Drury Tarkie Culver-Stockton Kirksville Osteopaths Quincy Ql. College St. Benedict's McPherson California San Francisco Southern Methodist Texas Christian Ohio Cincinnati Georgia Tech Auburn Mississippi State Mississippi Duke Davidson Texas Mines New Mexico Bradley Manhattan

Benny McCoy Plans Insurance Investment From $45,000

The youth Benny McCoy, a bright ball player, declares he will invest part of his $45,000 in insurance. He is urged to be more discreet about his telephone calls and bold statements.

Benny McCoy Butch Kansas State Manhattan Wildcats Butch Nieman Joe DeBord Frank Earnhardt Charlie Fairman Bill Nichols Lincoln Bob DeFruiter Husker Minnesota

Baseball Chorus We Hope Giants Sign Mel Ott

A local sports brief asserts hope that the Giants sign star Mel Ott, noting he is seen as the team’s key asset and central to their plans.

Giants Mel Ott

Prayers From Two Ton Tony and Yussel Ahead of Louis Godoy Fight

Tony Galento and Yussel Jacobs pray for Joe Louis as Louis prepares to defend the heavyweight title against Arturo Godoy in Madison Square Garden. Galento, former challenger, watches Louis in sparring and notes the champ’s strong form but worries about a potential upset. Betting odds favor Louis at 7 to 1.

Tony Joe Louis Goddy New York Tony Galento Yussel Jacobs Joe Louis Arturo Godoy Madison Square Garden Pompton Lakes N.J Pal Two Ton Godoy Yussell Chicago Oal F Godoy Galento Emil Scholz Scholz

Column notes college coaching turmoil and early season buzz

The column resumes after a week, noting Missouri and Oklahoma win streaks, Kansas State coach search expands, and students plan a new field house. It highlights Ray Evans of Wyandotte, Missouri baseball and football squads, and mentions other college and high school players and coaching changes.

Missouri Oklahoma Kansas State Kansas State College Ray Evans Wyandotte High School Evans Carl Miles Paul Christman Bob Faurot

Lawrence Juniors Defeat Olathe 19 10 In Junior League

The Lawrence Junior high basketball team beat Olathe Junior high 19 to 10 on Tuesday. Stucker Sperry and Black led scorers with four points each as Lawrence led 8 to 3 at halftime and will host Leavenworth Friday on the Lawrence court.

Lawrence Olathe Harry Stucker Bryan Sperry Charles Black Leavenworth Lawrence Court

Ravens Beat McPherson In Interconference Clash

St. Benedict's of Atchison defeated McPherson College 48 to 33 in a road game. The Ravens led early and maintained the margin, 26-17 at halftime, with Francis Lynch leading the scoring with 16 points.

Atchison Kan St. Benedict’s McPherson College Ravens St. Benedict's Francis Lynch Raven

Indian Boxer Reaches Semi Final in Golden Gloves Clash

Wilbur Whitebeaver of Topeka ousted Don Matthes of Hutchinson by decision in the 147-pound open division quarterfinals at the Kansas City Golden Gloves. Other Kansas boxers advanced to semi finals as quarterfinal rounds narrowed fields with several upsets and chances for regional titles Friday night.

Wilbur Whitebeaver Kansas City Haskell Don Matthes Hutchinson Matthes Whitebeaver Speck McKenna Ft. Leavenworth Tenth Cavalry Lioyd Tourtillot Tourtillot Mike Decapo Lillard Sims Sedalia Kansas Jog Lafferty Topeka Dick Montavon Taird Steve Lipari Chad Gardner Hutchnson Jack Maley Everett Nutter Pittsburg Ray Smith Ed Miller Gerald White Albert Milne Pueblo Colo Danny Rattero Clarence Bomlin Joplin Anthony Tripar Hugh Stell Wilbur Joe Gannon St. Joseph Charles Depew Ray Standifer John Myszka Kay Chalk Dixon Kan Jim Hakes Fort Leavenworth van Parks Jack Keck William Ely Arthur McC

Bowling results from Lawrence Recreation Parlor

Lawrence Recreation Parlor last night hosted bowling results with players posting scores and standings. Top effort led by local bowler achieving high series as crowd watched.

Lawrence Recreation Parlor

Years of skating glory and baseball contracts noted

A year ago Ken Bartholo mew from Minneapolis and Maddy from Beaver Dam won U S outdoor speed skating titles. Three years ago Suco Oye of Japan won the Rodman Wanamaker trophy for Melrose excellence defeating Earle Meadows and George Varoff with a 14 foot 3 inch jump. Five years ago Dizzy Dean signed a 1855 St Louis Cardinals contract after a holdout, seeking 26000 dollars but likely 19000, a raise from the original offer.

Ken Bartholomew Minneapolis Maddy Beaver Dam Wis United States Suco Oye Earle Meadows George Varoff Aio Jerome Dizzy) Dean St. Louis Cardinals

Baldwin News Briefs Highlight Local Events and Visits

Local residents attended performances in Kansas City with Grace Irwin Mrs Irving D Bartley and Miss Nolyn Hunt seeing Hamlet and Mrs George EK Ledore visiting for Gone With the Wind. Dr W J Davidson visited Baker campus while Rev W S Hastie spoke at a Baldwin Rotary lunch. The February Baker Faculty Club dinner featured Valentine decor and a nine table setup.

Dean Grace Irwin Irving D. Bartley Nolyn Hunt Kansas City George EK. Ledore Fred C. Moore Waterville Mass Baldwin B. A. Gessner Emile Carolyn W. J. Davidson Methodist Board of Education Chicago Baker Nelson P. Horn Baldwin Rotary Club College Cafe W. S. Hastie First Methodist Ottawa CCC Leon C. Baker John Davison Ted Brown W. .C. Rice Millard Jackson Baker Faculty Club Nelson P. Hornin

Evening program features Davidson piano readings and local notices

Dr. W. J. Davidson of Chicago gave a brief talk during the evening. Mrs. John Simons played Nocturne and Rustling of Spring, followed by readings by Mildred Blair Hahn. The dinner arrangements committee included several faculty and community members. Rena Cox visiting from Evanston, Id., and Samuel A. Deel reports from Sitka, Alaska. February church day set for next Wednesday in Fellowship hall. Richard Southall Sr. of Kansas City spent weekend at the Sigma Phi Epsilon house. Leo Smith Jr. enrolled at the University of Kansas. Heath Baker, John Barnett, Earl Wait and Lloyd Ryan saw Hamlet in Kansas City.

W. J. Davidson Chicago John Simons Mildred Blair Hahn Sitka Alaska Richard Southall Karis City Richard, Jr Sigma Phi Epsilon Leo Smith University of Kansas Wence Heath Baker John Barnett Earl Wait Lloyd Ryan Kansas City

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