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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1930
Page
8
Missouri travels to Lawrence for the Kansas Kansas University Big Six showdown on Wednesday night with a veteran lineup in a season finale likely to crown a new conference champion. Jayhawk injuries limit options as Bishop remains doubtful with flu while Missouri hopes to extend its edge in a tightly contested race.
Columbia Missouri March 4 The University of Missouri basketball team led by Coach George Edwards will depart for Lawrence Kansas for a pivotal Big Six showdown that could decide the conference lead Both teams have seven wins and two losses with nine Tigers selected for the trip Including Cantamia Marshall Craig Wendel Baker John Waldorf Charley Huhn Harry Welsh Max Collins Dick Morgan George Edmiston and Twubert Campbello Craig Naker Waldorf Welsh and Morgan cap their Missouri careers this year as they finish school Tonight the Tigers stop in Kansas City en route to Lawrence for the clash
The five graduating members of the University of Missouri basketball team have attracted interest from Kansas Athletic Club and NS University as they near their final collegiate season. Kansas City has not won the title in several years, and the seniors consider offers for national entries.
Kansas City March 4 AP A reduced entry list for the annual national AAU basketball tournament may trim the schedule next week. Dr J A Reilly in charge says elimination of area teams after Saturday preliminaries could reduce to 12 quintets by Monday, removing morning sessions to finish the week. Entries come from Missouri valley teams plus Massachusetts Connecticut Los Angeles Olympic Club San Francisco, Minnesota and Chicago area squads.
Purdue racked up the Big Ten crown by routing Michigan 44 to 28 at Ann Arbor as Ward Lambert’s squad secured the 1930 conference title with a second solo championship in ten years. Wisconsin strengthened its hold on second by beating Ohio State 32 to 28 at Madison.
The University of Kansas swimming team defeated Washburn University 44 to 36 in a dual non conference meet at Topeka. KU won the 100 yard dash 200 yard relay and fancy diving with Ted Evans leading KU with wins in the 100 yard dash and fancy diving. Washburn claimed the 150 yard backstroke the 200 yard breast stroke and the 220 yard dash. Wittenberg publicity director J. Lind arrived in Lawrence for rodeo publicity duties.
Italian giant Primo Carnera outboxed and knocked out Roy Clark, an oversized Philadelphia Negro fighter, in the sixth round to claim another knockout victory and about ten thousand dollars in winnings. The bout, held in Philadelphia, showcased Carnera’s dominating right hand as Clark sank to the canvas twice for eight counts before the decisive blow ended the match.
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The HK. A. wrestlers Jack Spry and Carl Cummings sustained injuries in their matches with Iowa State wrestlers last Friday. Spry, a 45 pounder, suffered a heavy arm injury while Cummings, heavyweight, sprained an ankle. Both bouts went to Iowa State. As of yesterday both were discharged from the student hospital but it is doubtful they will compete in the Big Six tournament in Manhattan this Friday and Saturday.
University of Missouri starts spring training with seven lettermen and several reserves in Brewer Field House, coach Jack Crangle’s squad opening action against Iowa on April 12, before facing Northwestern on a training trip nine days later. Intramural scores follow with Lawrence Independents 25 over Phi Kappa, Alpha Tau Omega 26 over Dunakin Club, Thi Gamma Delta 22 over Sigma Nu, Beta Theta Pi 24 over Sigma Phi Epsilon, Phi Delta Theta 30 over Sigma Alpha Epsilon.
AP reports on spring training scattered across Florida cities. Ruth’s cold first workout at Yankees camp draws few fans. Robinson pares sheen from Robins drills. Hart Shotton hails a strong single. Whitney signs with Phillies. Cards begin second day of workouts under Gabby Street. Indians optimistic under Ivans as rookie pitchers impress. Browns in new uniforms with Manush awaiting salary talks. Red squad soreness light, Pensacola weather keeps players from homesickness.
Lawrence High School colored basketball team defeated Oska loosa High Earners 39 to 21 last night. Stone Jorden and Wilburn paced the visitors while C Bell starred for Oska loosa. In a preliminary, Lawrence All-Stars lost to Kanse Vocational Topeka 24 to 15.
Scores from multiple games include Oklahoma over Washington University 30 to 2, Purdue over Michigan 44 to 2, Indiana defeating Minnesota 31 to 2, Ohio State beating Wisconsin, Alabama over Tennessee, Duke over Kentucky, and Western State against Colorado Aggies. Also notes St Marys Kam 31 and Woburn 30 in Topeka Kansas.
Lawrence High School basketball team will host Cherryvale High in an exhibition at 3:30 PM Wednesday on the Lawrence high court. Admission is twenty cents. Cherryvale is coached by John Shamion, a former KK U football figure.
Track star prepares for Humboldt appearance as Coach Shannon brings his team to witness the Kansas versus Missouri basketball game. Pals CEO Racee Carnera touted as a colorful champion in local buzz.
AL DEMAREE notes Prime Camera, famed Venice figure, is the most discussed heavyweight since This Firpo. Frimo has shrunk from 285 pounds at six feet two to about 270 pounds and six feet six inches, yet remains the era’s largest heavyweight attraction. Art Shires retires, leaving a new foe to curb Primo before he becomes a national menace.
AP reports 41 candidates converged for Kansas State Aggie spring practice under Coaches McMillin Maddox and Root. Big turnout included newcomers. Haskell Indians finish basketball, some players move to spring drills. Missouri polo team holds spring training under Maj John C Wyeth with 15 polo horses and games arranged with New Mexico Military Academy UC and Stanford. Washburn football contenders begin six week plan under Beary Holm. St Mary's defeats Washburn 31-0 in final Topeka game, McMindes scoring four goals. Philadelphia campus notes spring practice begins at Pennsylvania with eight week session. Baker University hosts junior college basketball tournament March 7-8 with teams from at least KU Missouri Oklahoma and Wentworth Academy.
Lexington Missouri defeated Fort Scott in last year’s finals to claim the tournament crown. An all star team will be selected from current players to compete in the Natron A A U tournament starting March 10 in Kansas City. Flint Rhem, cut by the Cardinals after a strong mound showing, is back this year vying for a regular spot.
McLouth High boys defeated Oskaloosa 13 to 10 to clinch the county basketball title at Winchester amid strong local support. Winchester girls also won their division as trophies were awarded after the final games. Community figures J E Bond and J W Malloy held roles in Topeka events while social gatherings linked to the season wrapped up with dinners and club meetings.
Funeral services were held for Mildred Robinson, killed in a car crash near Tonganoxie on Saturday. She attended the same school as Mr. and Mrs. Brown. Ellis Harding Jr., aged two, died after meningitis illness following three days of illness. Three physicians were in consultation. The funeral for Junior was held Sunday at the United Brethren church.
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