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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1940

Page

7

Missouri Tigers Assume Big Six Lead in Conference Play

Missouri holds first in the Big Six after defeating Oklahoma 33 27 at Norman, moving ahead of Kansas and Oklahoma. Nebraska crushed Kansas State 61 28 at Lincoln to reach fourth place in a tied stand with Kansas State, while Iowa State fell to the cellar after losing to Kansas. Frank Tallman scored 23 for Nebraska. Clay Cooper limited McNatt to two baskets for Oklahoma. The Tigers eye home dates with Kansas State and Iowa State and a possible title if they win out.

Kansas City Missouri Tigers Oklahoma Sooners Norman Kansas Nebraska Kansas State Lincoln Huskers Wildcats Iowa State Frank Tallman Cornhuskers Clay Cooper Jimmy McNatt Iowa Arvey, Amet Ernessen Entesrneees Gregg Eeesesteertsaes Cooper Etreeeee S Currence SC Ceesees Lobsiger Jeovssne Halis Oklaho Harvey Mills Mesch Scheffler Richards Chuck Hyatt Pittsburg Carl Sears Wasrensbirs Kansas State Foracek Tangvardt Eed Seelye Holstrom Graham Garrett Checkfield Guerrant Tallman Yaffe Randall Piteaithley Goetze Fitz Therien King Sreneecenes Teescs Nebraska Ai Horacek Seelve Holstrom - Tallman Pitcarth Giza F. Barer Wenner Haskell Tison Bob. Menze Towa State Mate Wird Ervin Reid Bill Missouli College Missouri Washington St. Louis

Ottawa Retains Position In Kansas Cage League

Emporia, Feb. 14. Ottawa university stayed in the Kansas conference race with a 42 30 victory over Emporia College. Ottawa has lost only one league game while Kansas Wesleyans lead undefeated. Brenton, center, sparked a 19 9 first half edge and led scoring with 12 points.

Emporia Ottawa University Kansas College of Emporia Ottawa Kansas Wesleyans Brenton

Kansas University track recap hints at close races and returns

Kansas University and Nebraska square off amid reports of tight times and lingering injuries. Ray Harris and Darrell Mathes face limited action, while Jim McNatt challenges Ray Ebling’s scoring mark. West Coast flash Jon Petrovich gains attention as Hargiss praises the new Nebraska track layout.

K. U Lincoln K. U.-Nebraska Huskers Lawrence Ray Harris Bob Stoland Hargiss Nebraska Bill

Kansas State Kansas Dual Track Records List

Kansas State marks include 60 yard dash 6.6 seconds by Knappenberger in 1935 and 1st in the 60 yard high hurdles. Nixon sets 440 yard dash at 53.3 in 1955. O Reilly clocks 880 yard dash 2 00.1 in 1935. Mile run 4 33.7 by Miller 1930. Wheelock two mile 9 54.5 in 1935. Pitts broad jump 22 feet 1 16 inches 1935. Trueblood pole vault 12 feet 4 inches in 1930. Dees shot put 47 feet 7 44 inches 1935.

Knappenberger Kansas State Nixon O'Reilly Miller Wheelock Kansas Treweeke Pitts Trueblood Dees Louis Akers Atchison Don Jensen Leavenworth George Mount Sharon Springs Cecil Robinson Nashville Henry Haeberle Clearwater Wilfred Burnham St. Francis Sam Johnson Oswego Don Adee Wells Paul Clingman Harlan Dave Karnowski Paxico Lloyd Newcomer Russell Thane High Abilene Lawrence Kelly Chapman Clingman Darold Dodge Dighton Ed Darden Manhattan John Jackson Eureka Dodge Darden Gene Salt Waterville Dale Gibson Winchester Loyal Payne Haeberle Robinson Elmer Hackney Oberlin Bill Vanderbilt Ken Makalous Cuba Art Day Ottawa Merle Whitlock Elmdale Solt Jensen Waldo Tate Junction City Frank Sicks Okmulgee Okla

Angott Signs Milwaukee Headline Fight March 1

Charley Jones, manager of Sammy Angott, announced Angott signed to headline against Quentin Baby Breese of Kansas City in Milwaukee on March 1.

Louisville Charley Jones Sammy Angott Angott Quentin Baby) Breese Kansas City Milwaukee

Landis Reaches Compromise With Baseball Owners

Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis drops two of his seven points in a deal with major and minor league club owners. They will vote on amending a rule that delays extension of the three year option period, removing most objections to current conditions. Landis had refused subsidiary signings but the clubs seek approval of the amendment.

Belleair Fla Kenesaw Mountain Landis Tho Leslie O’connor Commission Landis

Illinois relay carnival attracts 40 schools in indoors

More than 500 track and field athletes from 36 schools will compete in the 17th Illinois relay carnival at the University of Illinois armory. Representing the West is the University of New Mexico, the East includes Boston College, and Yankton College plus Minnesota head the northern contingent. Michigan sends 38 competitors, the largest entry, as the event draws teams from Kansas State Teachers Emporia Drake Grinnell Missouri Nebraska Kansas State and Southeast Missouri State Teachers College Cape Girardeau among others.

Champaign Ill Rockies Seaboard Illinois University of Illinois Armory University of New Mexico Boston College Yankton College of South Dakota Minnesota Michigan Kansas State Teachers Emporia Drake Grinnell Missouri Nebraska Kansas State College State Teachers College of Southeast

College and High School Basketball Scores Across States

A wide sweep of results lists college and high school basketball outcomes. Missouri teams posted varied margins against Kansas rivals while Georgia, Oregon, Mississippi, and others notched wins. Notable scores include Oregon 60 over Washington State 50 and Kentucky 45 over Mississippi State 37.

Jus. T Rockhurst Warrensburg Kirksville Culver- Stockton Tarkio Drury Ottawa U College of Emporia Springfield Missouri Miners Georgia Florida Rice St. Mary's Tex Oregon Washington State Mississippi Tulane Pacific Whitman Georgia Tech Duke Ohio Muskingum Kentucky Mississippi State Vanderbilt Sewanee Phillips Southwestern Okla Doane Hastings Skearney Neb Midlane

Kansas Missouri basketball near sellout at Hoch Auditorium

The Kansas Missouri game at Hoch Auditorium on March 1 is expected to near a sellout with 175 reserved seats already taken. Earl Falkenstein says only standing room and a few general admission tickets will be available the night of the game. The last KU sellout was against Oklahoma last year.

Althe Earl Falkenstien The Athletic Association Hoch Auditorium Falkenstien K. U Oklahoma

Kansas State to Meet Kansas in Big Six Opener

Manhattan February 14 Kansas State college indoor track and field team prepares for its first Big Six meet against Kansas University in Lawrence. Despite inexperience, K State hopes for strong showings led by Elmer Hackney in shot put and Don Yarisert in broad jump with new school records set by Yarisert.

Manhattan Kan Kansas State College Lawrence Kansas University Wildcats Drake University Des Moines Elmer Hackney Dillon Don Yarisert Leavenworth Kansas State

Bowling Results From Lawrence Recreation Parlor

Last night Lawrence Recreation Parlor hosted bowling matches with players competing for top scores. Local bowlers posted notable totals as teams faced off in a series of matches at the Lawrence venue.

Lawrence Recreation

Allen Looks For Low Scoring Tilt In Stillwater

Kansas coach Dr. F C Allen takes 11 players to Stillwater for a high pressure Big Six contest with Oklahoma A and M. The Aggies and Jayhawkers expect a defensive battle on a steel backboard court with a vulcanized ball. Kansas aims to slow Henry Iba’s team and avenge an earlier season loss. Officials Parke Carroll and Ted O Sullivan will referee the Thursday game at 8 pm.

Stillwater Aggies Jayhawkers F. C. Allen Oklahoma Kansas Henry Iba K. U. Mentor Town State Allen Dr. Allen Phog” Allen Tha Vernon Schwertfeger Jess Rennick Iba Schwertfeger Gene Smelser Howard Doyle Howard Engleman Jack Sands T P. Hunter Bill Hogben Bob Johnson Santa Fe Perry Okla

Grove Sees Rule Change Aiding Young Pitters

Hot Springs Arkansas February 14 Robert Moses Grove veteran Boston Red Sox left hander says rule revision allowing one foot off the rubber will help young pitchers though it changes nothing for him. Grove, nearly 40, notes the change aids upcoming hurlers by freeing leg movement while he plans to continue his two foot stance.

Hot Springs Ark Robert Moses Grove Boston Red Sox Baseball Rules Committee Grove

Sports Mirror: past victories and signings recap

A year ago Glenn Cunningham beat Archie San Romani in a 4:16 mile at Providente Rhode Island for his 18th straight win. Three years ago Robin Lee and Belvin Vinson won U S singles figure skating titles. Five years ago Ester Stengel signed a three year deal with the Brooklyn Dodgers at higher pay.

Associated Press Glenn Cunningham Archie San Romani Providente R. I United States Robin Lee St. Paul Maribel Vinson New York Ester Stengel Brooklyn Dodgers

Sports Roundup From eco New York Feb 14

A digest of sports buzz from Broadway and beyond. Jack Dempsey, Goody, and Hartnett are cited among various boxing and baseball odds and notes. Rumors touch on players like Louis Godoy and Joe Vosmik, with mentions of Baer Gallento and Braddock refereeing, plus a Babe Ruth Special rail trip for Ram’s baseball school beginning February 24.

Ben Chapman Cleveland Mike Jacobs Baer-Gallento Jersey City Hugo Quist Paavo Nurmi Sonja Honey Henie Heave-Ho Ray McCarthy Seaboard Babe Ruth Palatka Fla Ram Jim Braddock

Don Ebling Lives Up To Family Badge At Kansas

Don Ebling University of Kansas forward stands four inches shorter and fifteen pounds lighter than his all American brother Ray yet shows tireless work ethic. He excels as a defender and a two hand shooter with steady free throws, earning praise from coach F C Allen and fans alike amid high expectations.

Allen Vee Don Altho Ray Young Ebling Don Ebling University of Kansas Jayhawk University F. C. Allen Kansas Ebling

Ed Oliver and Foot Ball Ken Strong in Sports Sketch

A fragmentary note describes Ken Strong and Ed Oliver as sports figures. It mentions a buyer for New York stores, Mrs Leo Durocher, and a remark about golf intrigue with borrowed clubs and unpaid debts.

Ken Strong Leo Durocher Bbig New York G Post

Exiled Jennifers and Sabin Mako Suffer Benefit Query

One paper hints the next benefit should aid the Messrs Sabin and Mako, the exiled Jennifers. A second proposal remains unclear and unconfirmed.

Sabin Mako Jennifers

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