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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 18, 1940

Page

8

First Real Action Scrimmage Delights Jayhawker Fans

The Jayhawker gridmen held an hour long scrimmage that impressed spectators. Standouts included Don Pollom who excelled on offense and defense, Harlan Altman as a passer and runner, Marvin Vandaveer at quarterback, and Ed Hall on fullback duties.

Jayhawker Gwinn Henry Don Pollom Harlan Altman Marvin Vandaveer Ed Hall Chuck Wendstrand Wendstrand Hub Ulrich Ward Crowell W. F. Jack Jim Holloway Quido Massare Jay Kern Walt Sheridan Jake Fry Ed Sungee Grant Hunter Bill McGrew Tony James Larry Finney Dan Bernstien Rex Shawards Wayne Wilson Ed Indquist Greg Studer Don Pellom

Sooner Coach Stidham Faces Player’s Timetable After Injury

Kansas City readers report drills and gossip as Oklahoma Sooner coach Tom Stidham contends with Red McCarthy’s leg injury and a campus debate over athletic aid rules. Scrimmages at Ames and Nebraska show early season momentum and cautious optimism for Kansas State and Missouri-bound teams.

Kansas City Times McCarty Tom Stidham Oklahoma Hia. Org Nobel Arsp KK. U KMBC Kansas City Nebraska Colorado State WOI KFAA Lincoln WOW Omaha KFKU WREN Ean Ohn Bentley Neb Stidham Oklahoma U Sooners Major Jones Kansas State Missouri Grapevine Tom John Crowley, Jr Daily Oklahoman

Wildcats Drill Halts As Wilkins Faces Shorter Season

Kansas State Wildcats capped a brisk running drill with senior Wilkins sidelined for about two weeks due to a junior halfback injury likely to affect the lineup.

Kins Kansas State Wildcats Wilkins

Baldwin High Gridmen Open Season With Lecompton Match

Baldwin High hosts Lecompton in the eleventh annual Santa Fe Trail picnic game at 2 30 Friday. The Bulldogs seek to defend their Little Six title after a perfect previous season with 16 returning lettermen.

Baldwin High School Bulldogs Lecompton Bulldogs Baldwin

Reds, Giants, and Red Sox split as leaders hold

Mirror of Today recalls a year ago when the Reds led the standings by three and a half games after a doubleheader split with Boston while St. Louis and the Giants also divided. The write up mentions prior racing and endurance feats involving Sky Larking and Cap Eyston, noting a leg-breaking accident in Champagne Stakes and a record drive of 3,372.5 miles at 140.522 mph.

Cincinnati Reds Boston St. Louis Giants Ethel V. Mars Sky Larking Len Cap' Eyston

Oil-O-Matics Soft Ball Team Entertained After Games

Members of the Oil-O-Matics from Southpark league were hosted at a 2 buffet supper sponsored by L. T. Iris. They then attended a movie. High scores posted include Reber 56 561 and Coollage 478, with Rising 228 and Near 217 among high men.

Oil-O-Matics L. T. Iris Dreyer Reber IT Coollage Chariton YI Warsnsen Creas

Shaughnessy Playoffs Open With Mixed Results

The opening night of the Shaughnessy playoffs saw Kansas City lose despite their pennant win as Don Hendrickson failed early and John Lindell also struggled. Minneapolis defeated the Blues 5 to 2 in a solid 10-hit attack while Louisville and the Colonels edged in with 4 to 3 aided by Art Parks' fourth inning homer. Walter Tauscher kept the Blues scoreless after the first frame to give Minneapolis a one game edge in the semifinals.

Kansas City Columbus Minneapolis Blues Louisvile Walter Tauscher Murty Dickson Colonels Art Parks Louisville

Star Alvin Larson Back On C. of E. Grid Squad

Alvin Bud Larson, all-Kansas conference back, returns to College of Emporia football after a spring absence. He anchors a letterman group that includes seniors Howard McCoy Otage City end Ernest Wertzberger Alma tackle and others. Coach Ted Warren expects additional additions as practice begins.

Bill Hargise Gwinn Henry Dee Sie H. W. Hargiss Kansas Clyde McBride Kansas City Star Emporia Kan College of Emporia Alvin Bud” Larson Larson C. of C C. of E Ted Warren Howard McCoy Otage City Ernest Wertzberger Alma Dave Todd Sapulpa Okla Dale Washburn Osage City Ted Haun Parkerville Don Jacobs Grenola Dick Rees Kenneth Remy Merton Wisler Bud Larson Sid Mar Hn Atchison Delbert Sloyer Ralph Souter Wichita John Alftken Gypsum C. B. Watkins Frankfort Floyd Browning Gerald Ridenour John Wildher Madison Max W. C. Robinson S. C. Robinson C. C. Clarridge Clarridge Oskaloosa Lawrence L. Thompson Memorial Hospital Lawrence Avalia LeFever de Avigton Shawnee Baldwin Coffeyville Wendell Willkie Thomas A. Evans Frank E. Wolf Oscar Warnock Gilbert M. Gander Kensington Club Earl F. Martin South 6Th Street Catherine van Keuren C. W. Ridgway Frank Lane Iola Ernest Weiner Baker Czecho-Slovakia Overbrook Edward Wood Baldwin State Bank Baldwin Rotary Club College Cafe Mexico City Bill Abbott

Cubs rally past Giants with six run burst

Hank Leiber and Gabby Hartnett star for the Cubs as a six run rally, featuring a three run homer and a bases loaded double, powers a win over the Giants. Ailey Donald of the Yankees and Rudy York of the Tigers also deliver notable performances while Max Lanier, Pepper Martin, Whitey Moore, and other stars contribute in their leagues.

Hank Leiber Gabby Hartnett Cubs Giants Ailey Donald Yankees Browns Rudy York Tigers Senators Max Lanier Pepper Martin Cardinals Dodgers Whitey Moore Reds Phillies

Fort Hays State enrolls record 1,052 students this year

Fort Hays State College reports an enrollment of 1,052 students for the year, 43 more than last year and the largest in the school's history, reflecting growing demand and student interest at the university.

Fort Hays Hays Fort Hays State College

Tigers and Yankees win as pennant races stay tight

Detroit tops Washington 6-3 while Cleveland loses 4-3 to Philadelphia as Schoolboy Rowe struggles with shoulder trouble and Joe DiMaggio injures a leg. New York beats St Louis 9-0 and bids to close in on first place as doubleheaders loom. Cincinnati nears pennant with 2-1 win over Philadelphia. Chicago, Boston win. Brooklyn faded.

Detroit Tigers Cleveland Indians New York Yankees Chicago White Sox Rowe DiMaggio Detroit Cleveland New York Chicago Tigers Yanks Schoolboy Rowe Washington Senators Joe DiMaggio St. Louis Browns St. Louis Philadelphia Athletics Big Beckman Tribe A’s Rudy York Atley Donald

MLB and Minor League Playoff Scores Flash Across Leagues

AP reported yesterday results across American Association American League National League and minor leagues. Key outcomes include Minneapolis 6 Kansas City 2 Louisville 5 Columbus 4 Chicago 9 New York 8 Cincinnati 2 Philadelphia 1 Boston 10 Pittsburgh 5 Philadelphia 4 Cleveland 3 Detroit 6 Washington 3 New York 9 St Louis 0 Boston Chicago doubleheader noted September 15 Beaumont 8 Houston 3 Nashville 12 Atlanta 4.

Cincinnati Brooklyn St. Louis Pittsburgh Peats Newark Eet AG Philadelphia Detroit Eh B Cleveland New York Serviee Chicago Boston aEpe Washington Minneapolis Kansas City Louisville Columbus New York Pittsburgh Beaumont Houston Nashville Atlanta

Free Saddle Horse Show Promises Local and Regional Entries

Tonight at 8 on flood lighted grounds near Watson west of Kanwaka the Shawnee Grange hosts a free saddle horse show with entries from Kansas and Missouri stables. Notable acts include Betty Jane Ryan performing with Starlite and Patty Jeanne Angell with her four Shetland ponies.

Lawrence Tonganoxie Watson Kanwaka Sunrise Satan G. D. Whitaker Warren Whitaker Jingles George Hobson Kansas City Kan George Hobson, Jr Chester Moore Ralph G. Achning Skyrocket Laptad Atock Farm Lawrence Skyrocket Rain Vine Pink Chester Kansas Missouri Betty Jane Ryan Starlite Patty Jeanne Angell Pat Silver Gigger Silver Queen Patty Jeanne Hutchston State Fair E. J. Ryan

Los Angeles to Defend Title Next as Joe Louis Plans

Los Angeles set for Joe Louis title defense with Mike Jacobs expected to reveal a November opponent soon. Ed Barrow delays Dodgers challenge until the Yankees remove Jael Tels from the league chase. The Brookyln-Washington football buzz draws heavy calls, as Giants-Steelers games draw fan interest. Amateur champ Dick Chapman may turn pro over a $50 000 yearly alimony dispute. Lew Jenkins and Bob Montgomery receive $22 000 salaries despite team considerations.

New York Los Angeles Joe Louis Mike Jacobs Ed Barrow Dodger Yanks Doc Sutherland Dick Chapman Lew Jenkins Bob Montgomery

Umpire abuse at baseball games and other sports notes

The piece notes fans taunting umpires including a sack of umpire Magerkurth. It mentions Ohio State and Indiana in the Big Ten title race and rumored boxing match options. It forecasts Rogers Hornsby’s future and hints at Bill Terry for NL race interviews with safety gear advised.

Ohio State Chicago Indiana Lou Nova Billy Conn Baer-Gomiskey Rogers Hornsby Oklahoma City Bill Terry

Baseball start times and team names in dispute

The Philadelphia Evening Bulletin notes confusion as the world series begins October 2 with ongoing questions over lineup selections and who will name the starting pitcher and team.

Lynn C. Doyle Philadelphia Evening Bulletin Joe M’carthy Harridge

Litwhiler Sparks Phillies In 21 Game Hitting Streak

Phillies praise Danny Litwhiler the young outfielder who extended a 21 game hitting streak as fans celebrate his hot streak. A sensational tidbit reports Babe Ruth’s sudden golf death rumor circulating city offices. Maurice Tillett targets more southern riches while Oklahoma City plans a large welcome for tennis champ Don M’Neill in September.

Philly Danny Litwhiler Babe Ruth Maurice the Angel

Reds Announce Ticket Reservations for Upcoming Series

The Reds forecast a stronger effort in the series and open ticket reservations. The front office confirms Games 1 2 and 6 are scheduled in Cincinnati.

Reds Cincinnati

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