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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1937

Page

6

Former Jayhawks Pacing Purdue Seek Freshman Post

Several coaches including three former Kansas players are named candidates for the freshman coach position at Purdue. Glen Presnell, ex Nebraska star now with the Detroit Lions, is a strong contender though may become varsity assistant. Other applicants include Henry Shenk, Carnie Smith, Mano Stukey, C Hinshaw, Wayne Replogle, Dale Skelton, Ralph Conger, Lyman Divens, and Forrest Hardacre, with an athletic board meeting expected early February to decide.

K. U Altho Glen Presnell Nebraska Detroit Lions Presnell Bosen Committee On Athletic Management Henry Shenk Kansas Junction Cit High Carnie Smith Paola High Mano Stukey Hinshaw C. Hinshaw Wayne Replogle College of Emporia Elgin, Ill Dale Skelton Pittsburg Chanute Kemper Military Academy Ralph Conger Hays Smith Center High Conner Lyman Divens Forrest Hardacre

Lawrence High Nips Ottawa 25 To 22 In Buckeye Rivalry

Lawrence High School edged Ottawa 25 to 22 as the Lions rallied from an 11-8 halftime deficit. Star guard Johnson sparked the surge in the third and Billy Johnson and Krum topped Ottawa with timely baskets and free throws. Ottawa’s Schupbach and Seymour paced their team, while Allen’s late hook shots kept Lawrence’s lead intact.

Lions Ottawa John Krum Billy Johnson Rathjen Johnson Mayes Schupbach Allen Bobby Allen Stone Krum Seymour Cyclones Lawrence Buhler Oon Wilsey J . Allen Law, Tence Ottawa Mugez Ernest Vanek Lawrence ” Moorman O Houk G . Oy Hinshaw Jella

Paradox and trivia shape a quirky history recap

Paradox of Columbus shifts from flat earth belief to a bulged center after climate clues spark a new view. Tattoo collector Ted Rockwell catalogs 24 leg inscriptions in languages and codes. The term bugle traces from wild ox to wind instrument. Also noted are surviving presidential spouses including Mrs. Hoover.

Columbus Christopher Columbus Lisbon South America Trinidad Africa Ted Rockwell Portland Ore

Boxing Results From Various Cities

AP reports several boxing bouts with multiple knockouts and decisions. Terry Meller scores a KO over Jack Torrance in Shreveport while Ler Ramage stops Jack Kranz in Hollywood. Wesley Ramay outpoints Johnny Jadick in Syracuse, Benny Bass defeats Freddy Cochrane in Philadelphia, and Jon Duca beats Eddie Allen in Atlantic City.

Shreveport Jack Torrance New Orleans Terry Mileler Cal Hollywood Ler Ramage San Diego Jack Kranz Gary Ind Syracuse N. C Wesley Ramay Grand Rapids Mich Johnny Jadick Philadelphia Benny Bass Freddy Cochrane Newark N. J Atlantic City Jon Duca Paulsboro Eddie Allen

Remembering Past Baseball and Billiards Trades in St Louis

A year ago Bill Delancey, St Louis catcher, lost to the Cardinals indefinitely due to pleurisy. Three years ago Kinney Matsuya won the United States three cushion billiards championship. Five years ago Hack Wilson was sold by the Cardinals to the Dodgers for about $40,000 and a rocky player.

Bill Delancey St. Louis Cardinals Kinney Matsuyama United States Hack Wilson Dodgers Rockle

Carnegie Tech Names New Coaching Staff and Aims for Change

Carnegie Tech announced a new coaching staff led by Blond Bill Kern with Eddie Baker joining from Pitt as part of a broader shift away from big time football. President Robert E. Doherty outlined sweeping changes including a move to a department of athletics within the university and full control by the president and trustees to boost participation in all sports. Last season the Tartans went 2-6, with losses to Notre Dame, Pitt, Michigan State, Holy Cross, Purdue and Duquesne, and wins over Temple and NYU.

Pittsburgh Carnegie Tech University of Pittsburgh Bill Kern Dock Sutherland Pitt Howard Harpster Eddie Baker Carnegie Robert E. Doherty Athletic Association Doherty Clarence Overend Notre Dame Michigan State Holy Cross Purdue Duquesne Temple New York University

Home Court Jinx Hits Several Big Six Teams

Kansas City reports reveal home floor advantage is eroding as visiting teams win six of eleven conference games. Iowa State struggles at home while Missouri falters on the road. Oklahoma excels away, Nebraska struggles offensively, and Kansas shifts to a faster, long-shot style led by Al Wellhausen. Missouri’s Captain Flemming shines with 15 points.

Kansas City Iowa State Cyclones Missouri Oklahoma George Edwards Jack Flemming Flemming Allen Kansas Jayhawks al Wellhausen Ansas State Mizzou

Baker Cagers Defeat Ottawa U in Kansas Conference Clash

Baker University's high scoring team defeated Ottawa University 61 to 17 in a Kansas conference game. Beiser led with 15 points, Rudolph added 14 as Baker rolled 29 points in the first half. Reserves played in the final five minutes. Also wrestling results from various cities noted, with multiple bouts and weights.

Baldwin Kan Baker University Kansas Ottawa Baker Liston Beiser Rudolph

Indian Five Triumphs Over Macaroni in Naismith League

Haskell Indians defeated American Beauty Macaroni of Kansas City 26 to 15 in a one sided Naismith league game. Coach John Carmody used multiple lineups, with Kenneth House scoring four field goals and four fouls, while Raymond Tudor contributed two field goals. The game featured tight defense and many fouls, though the visitors struggled at the line, making only three free throws. Preliminary: Wakarusa Arrows beat Fort Leavenworth Guards 25 to 24.

Haskell Indians Macaroni Kansas City John Carmody Braves Indians Ironwinz House Gregnon Macaroni Boys Kenneth House Haskell Raymond Tudor Altho Wakarusa Arrows K. U Fort Leavenworth Arrows Tudor Thiskell Insists Tudor Grewnon Carney Stewart Alan Cummings van Hoare Dexter Acca Camino Ennai Anne Weston Acc Coffin. F Romney Ts Aa Washingterm F . Hare Lowry Broguler. Co

Glenn Cunningham to Run in Osceola Meet Tonight

The Osceola club meets at the seventh regiment armory feature top runners including world record holder Jenn Cunningham Joe McCluskey and Marty Glickman. Others include Lou Burns Robert Rodenkirchen and Milton Sandler as stars prepare for the Prout memorial games and Millrose meet next week. Cunningham and Burns clash in a special three quarter mile handicap. Burns previously won his heat and beat Cunningham in the 1000 yard event at the 69th regiment meet.

New York Seventh Regiment Armory Jenn Cunningham Joe McCluskey Marty Glickman Lou Burns Manhattan Robert Rodenkirchen Jersey City Moston Knights of Columbus Millrose A. A Cunningham Bursy Burns 69Th Regiment Iowa Dorats

Athletic Board Convenes To Pick Grid Coach

Jaws City Jan 23 The athletic board meets with EB G Schroeder and Glenn Devine newly named Town University athletic chiefs to discuss hiring a head football coach. Gus Dorais of Detroit University is the leading candidate to replace Ossie of Salem, but officials will seek guidance before resuming talks. No appointment is anticipated today.

Jaws City Towa EB. G Dad Schroeder Glenn Devine University of Town Gus Dorais Detroit University Ossie Salem Mem- Chase Gus) Dorais Idevine

Dudley Sets A Pace In Sacramento Open Round

Ed Dudley of Philadelphia posted a 63 to lead the Sacramento Open after round one with seven birdies and two strokes ahead of chasers McSpaden and John Dawson. Dudley, a veteran of 10 winters in golf, played 36 on the front and 30 on the back despite frigid conditions and frozen fairways.

Sacramento Husky Ed Dudley Philadelphia Dudley McSpaden John Dawson Chicago

Selections and Scores From Kansas City Area Colleges

A list of college and high school teams with scores from games in Missouri, Kansas, and surrounding states. Notable results include Kirksville Teachers 31 over Tarkly 26 and Missouri Valley 53 over Riley Browns 45. Also mentions German player Deutsch receiving many offers amid scattered match results.

Warrensburg Kirksville Tarkly William Jewell College of Emporia McPherson Baker Ottawa Culver-Stockton Independence Parsons Arkansaa City Wichlin North Colby Norton Topeka Manhattan Neodexica Benedict Chanute Pittsburg Abblone Hiawatha Holton Junior College Kansas City Kan Fort Seer Dodge City Garden City Arkansas City

St Benedicts Grid Star Receives Seven Pro Bids

Leo Deutsch, captain of St. Benedict's undefeated team, has drawn seven pro offers. Teams courting him include Detroit Lions New York Giants Chicago Cardinals Chicago Bears Brooklyn Dodgers Philadelphia Eagles and Boston Braves. Promoters lose close one.

St. Joseph Quintet Defeats Promoter Team 30 to 29

Barlett high school of St. Joseph Missouri edged the Promoter team of Liberty Memorial high school 30 to 29 last night. The Barlett squad, anticipated to dominate, faced stout defense and led 15 to 11 at halftime. Lawrence squad featured Bowers and Bell at forwards, Waters at center, Hayes and Terrell at guards.

Barlett High School St. Joseph Liberty Memorial High School Barlett Lawrence Bowers Bell Waters Hayes Terrell

Bible to accept UT athletics post as coach

Coach Dana X. Bible telegraphed Dr. J. C. Dolley he would accept the athletic director and head football coach job at the University of Texas. The Nebraska board met and set no departure date. Bible had produced six Big Six champions in eight years. Texas contract rumored around $15,000 per year, double the university president’s pay.

Lincoln Neb Dana X. Bible J. C. Dolley University of Texas Athletic Council Longhorn School Bible Dolley Nebraska Athletic Board Cornhusker Texas Austin

Linwood Defeats Lansing In Tri-County League Game

Linwood high school cagers won 25 to 4 against Lansing in Lansing, leading 15 to 2 at halftime. Hughey and Elmer each scored eight for Linwood, while Lansing won a second-team game 13 to 7. Piper topped Jarbalo 40 to 23 in another Tri-County game.

Linwood Cagers Lansing High School Basketeers Lansing Hughey Elmer Piper Jarbalo Tanwood Waghey Harmon Browning, & Engle & Totalx Wall Mlatt Florence Wiehe Witcox Serres Thysatona Shuwart Studdard Tatel Cantred

Lou Little Quits As Grid Rules Chairman

New York January 29 Lou Little resigns as chairman of the American football coaches rules committee. He advises leaving the controversial pass interference rule unchanged and favors sharper interpretation by officials to protect the defensive team and receivers. Little, who helped organize the committee four years ago, steps down while recovering in the Bahamas from chin bone operations. Ray Morrigan of Vanderbilt is named to preside at the February 6 meeting where suggested changes will be reviewed.

New York Low Little American Football Coaches’ Rules Committee Columbia Little Bahamas

Kansas leads Big Six with top offense ratio

Kansas posts an offense ratio of 1.55 in three conference games, scoring 106 while allowing 81. Nebraska ranks second at 1.2 as league teams average 56 percent on free throws. Flemming of Town State leads with 60 points in four games, while Martin of Oklahoma sits second in non conference play.

University of Kansas Kansas Nebraska Oklahoma Sooners Flemming Town State Martin Burns Kansas State

Bible Resignation Accepted by N U Board

Lincoln Nebraska January 2 7 The University athletic board accepted Coach D X Bible resignation after he accepted Texas university offer to tutor Longhorn football The board will seek counsel of Mr Bible with few men better acquainted with athletic directors and football coaches in the country Ramage defeats Kranz in Hollywood after knocking out Kranz in the third round of a ten round heavyweight bout in Gary Indiana final score not specified

Lincoln Neb D. X. Bible Texan University University of Nebraska Athletic Board E.A. Burnett Bible Cornhusker School Rible Ramage

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