Kansas Jayhawkers Set to Battle Nebraska Huskers
The 1933 Kansas Jayhawkers open defense of the Big Six basketball title against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in an evening 7 30 tip off. Nebraska adds Steve Kuf Hokuf to strengthen the lineup while Kansas faces possible absence of Paul Harrington. The game features noted players Wells Vanek Bie Bill Johnson for height and guard prowess in a bid to edge the Huskers.
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Kansas Jayhawkers
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Kansas
Huskers
Red
Nebraska
Steve Kuf
West
San Francisco
Hokuf
F.C. Allen
Paul Harrington
Wells, Vanek
Bie
Bill Johnson
Pas
AY Wahlquis
Boswell Henrion
Siemon
Kansas and Missouri coaches clash over new basketball rules
Kansas coach Phog Allen Missouri coach George Edwards clash over how new rules affect scoring. Allen sees higher scores and more action while Edwards predicts lower scores as defenses tighten. Kansas State coach Charles Corsaut supports the rule changes saying they should boost scoring and spectator enjoyment despite crowding on the floor.
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Kansas City
Phog Allen
Kansas
George Edwards
Missouri
Doctor Allen
Edwards
Allen
Charles Corsaut
Kansas State
Corsaut
Wichita Rally Wins Central Conference Opener
Wichita University defeated Washburn College 61 to 39 in the Central Conference opener. Wichita led 29-27 at half before pulling away, with Bailey scoring 16 and Boyd 13 for the victors. Washburn battled hard in a tough first half.
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Wichita
Kan
Harrare
Wichita University
Washburn College
Ichabods
Topekans
Wichitans
Bailey
Boyd
Southwestern
Winfield
Mporia
Pittsburg
College of Emporia
Hutchinson Team Falls to Brown Paper Mill in Monroe
Hutchinson dropped its second straight game to the Brown Paper Mill quintet in Monroe Louisiana, 40 to 42. The Kansas squad failed to score a field goal in the first 13 minutes as Lindy Hood's Brownies built a commanding lead. Vanek led Hutchinson with 13 points in a late second period rally.
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Monroe
Hutchinson
Brown Paper Mill
Kansas
Missouri
A.A.U
Brownies
Lindy Hood
University of Alabama
Karisans
Vanek
Child prodigy learns vast knowledge at four
The article recounts Christian Heinrich Weinecken born 1721 in Lübeck who at ten months spoke, at one year recited the Pentateuch, and by age three could discuss history and geography in multiple languages, claiming to be able to discuss learned topics though he died at a young age. It also notes a Virginia discovery by Dr Edward T Wherry of a rare alum root plant found after a search led to a new botanical confirmation in the forest, with a note to address the author for proof.
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Christian Heinrich Weinecken
Heinecken
Lubeck
Virginia
Edward T. Wiherry
University of Pennsylvani
Wes
Wherry
Auethor
John Hix
Capitol
England
Chicago bans fake wrestling in city events
Chicago moves to end roughhouse and burlesque wrestling. Wrestlers must truly wrestle or face fines and suspension after General John Y. Clinnin of the Illinois State Athletic Commission declared current matches are horse play and exhibitions, citing Lou Plummer’s confrontation with a referee as the trigger for action.
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Chicago
John Y. Clinnin
Illinois State Athletic Commission
Lou Plummer
South Bend
Ind
Plummer
Clinnin
Lions To Meet Ottawa In Tomorrow Night Game
Lawrence High School plans to face Ottawa tomorrow night in the next Lion game. Coach E A Wood may field the first team or mix second units, using Raybourne at center and Haugh at forward to balance offense and defense. If only first teams play, twelve players will travel to Ottawa.
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Lawrence Hich
Ottawa
E.A. Wood
Wood
Raybourne
Haugh
Schedule Court Games for Promoters Club Basketball
The Promoters Club basketball team from Lawrence High School, consisting of Negro students taught by Junior High coach Forrest Noll, plans five tentative games with more possible. Opponents include Western College Academy Kansas City Kan, Sumner High School Kansas City Kan, Lincoln High School Kansas City Mo, and Northeast High Kansas City Kan, with Laurences home games scheduled in January.
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Promoters Club
Lawrence High School
Neal M. Wherry
Forrest Noll
Noll
Western College Academy of
Kansas City
Kan
Lawrence
Sumner
Basketball Scores From Various Colleges Reported
AP wire reports list multiple college results including Princeton 42 over Raisers 26 and Colgate 35 Cornell 35. Alabama 27 over LSU 22, plus other scores. Also notes New York Yankee release of veteran coach Jim Burke and Tennessee star Van Rayburn becoming a father after the season.
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Associated Press
Princetop
Raisers
Colgate
Cornell
Alabama
Louisiana State
Marsvil Aiv
Teachers
Tarkio College
Nebraska
Wesleyan
Rockhurst
College
Coffeyin Jr. College
Keshburn College
Wichita University
Texas Teachers
Oklahoma
Santara
Wyoming U
Utah Davies
California U
Los Angeles
Arizona
Nicock Oilers
United Athletic
Club
Nevada G
Burke
New York
Jimmy
New York Yankees
Football Coaches Aim to Stabilize Profession and Reform Scoring
Football leaders at a major gathering urged stability in coaching jobs and consider rule changes. Proposals include awarding a point for each first down and points for conversion attempts, plus stronger player protection and updated equipment. Debate over forward passing limits and a coaches union remains unsettled as coaches await season outcomes. Stevens, Yale coach, was relieved of two jobs in one afternoon as Reggie Root and Dan McGugin assume roles, with Stevens focusing on medical pursuits and advising Yale’s new administration.
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Broadway
Fritz Crisler
Princeton
Ralph Sasse
West Point
Mal ‘Stevens
Yale
Reggie Root
Dan MccGugin
Vanderbilt
American Football Coaches’ Association
Kansas
New Haven
Root
Pro Game Looms as College Rival
New York reports that college football faces growing competition from professional football as gate receipts fall. A President's Research Committee study notes rapid 1920s stadium expansion, with 1931 32 data showing attendance and revenue declines. If pros replace colleges, college football may shrink to local interest. reforms at several schools aim to align athletics with student welfare and educational ideals.
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New York
Collsgé
J. F. Steiner
University of Washington
East
Middle West
Linwood Cagers Open Kaw Valley League Season Friday
Linwood high starts the Kaw Valley League season against Washington high at Linwood Friday night. The Linwood Seconds meet the Washington Reserves in a preliminary. Parry returns after illness and is joined by Winkleman Engle Meinke and McMillen among the main scorers as Linwood aims to defend last year’s title amid Ton ganoxie challenge.
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Linwood High
Washington High
Linwood
Linwood Seconds
Washington
Tonganoxie
Linwood Cagers
Travis
Parry
Thele
Winkleman
Engle
Lutheran Wildcats top Green Brothers in 21 to 17 thriller
Lutherans edge Green Brothers 21 to 17 on Pinckney Court after late rally tied game. Hull led Wildcat scoring with 11 points while Burns led Green Brothers with 6. 14 fouls were called. Grade tournament ends. Junior High team to focus on development under Coach Perry with a six game schedule starting January 27.
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Lutheran Wildcats
Green Brothers
Pinckney Court
Jost
Hull
Wildcat
Burns
Green
Brothers
Trinity Lutheran
Gfif Smurr
Lohman
L. R. Perry
Leavenworth
Burleigh Grimes Sees Self as New Man After Appendix Operation
Burleigh Grimes veteran pitcher for the Chicago Cubs reports a successful appendix operation in St Louis. He says he has shed eighteen pounds, now weighs 194, and feels better than in years. Grimes plans to be on the mound next season and hinted at renewed vigor after his hospital visit. The piece also includes local social notes about holiday visits and illnesses in nearby families.
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St.Louis
Burleigh Grimes
Chicago Cubs
St. Louis
Grimes
New Haven
O'Neil District Christmas Program Features Rhythm Band
In O'Neil District, Miss Ava Higley and pupils presented a Christmas tree and gift exchange on Friday afternoon, December 23. The rhythm band, organized by Miss Higley and directed by six-year-old Jimmie Carter, performed several numbers. Cast included Betty Lou Reed, Eileen Coffman, Mignon Conroy, Clovis Haley, plus three rhythm-band pieces. Mr and Mrs Taylor and children Heber and Lois of Kan-?
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Our
Ava Higley
Jand
Jimmie Carter
Betty Lou Reed
Reading
Santa Claus
Eileen Coffman
Mignon
Conroy
Little Ted
Clovis Haley
Rythm
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John Coffman
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Scott
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Ralph McAllister
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Edith Haley
Frank Cox
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Neal Viets
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Jimmie
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Erwin
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Lola Las
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Anna Higley
Frances Metcalf
Jimmie Metcalf
Betty Hemphill
Robert Reborn
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