07 Dec 1937
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1937
Page
1
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Alabama leads five year college football standings 1933 to 1937 with 40 victories 3 losses and 3 ties for a .930 winning percentage. Minnesota Pitt follow, Holy Cross Princeton Fordham Texas Christian Santa Clara and others in the top 20 with varied records and point totals.
Ferriday High School in Louisiana begins its first mitt team under coach W. R. Priester and principal Hugh A. Bateman with Leo Young assisting. Candidates include A. C. Wall Cooksie Welsh NO H Curso Charlie Yancey J. D. Wall Earl Price Curtis Welsh Ruy Mays Johnny Vollmer and Leonard Scott. Most are light weights with few heavies. Matches to be arranged with nearby schools.
Former Louisiana College players now coaching high school teams enjoyed a successful football season. Notables include Ma Phillips at Tallulah High, Bernard Walker at Winton, Sammy Downs, Hal Weathersby, Dalton Faircloth, Clint Miller, Scott Weathersby and Jerry Simmons. Simmons led Jennings to South Louisiana Class AA playoffs and Walker’s Winton made Class A playoff.
Warren Easton High of New Orleans and Catholic High of Baton Rouge, winners of their divisions, will play for the South Louisiana championship at municipal stadium on Sunday afternoon. Fortier and Easton had been set for a playoff, but both players and parents voted against the post season game after a city meeting and discussion with Fortier officials.
The Monroe baseball club announced a working agreement with the Chicago White Sox through the Dallas club of the Texas league. Saul Adler, head of Monroe, said details on player and cash flow are not yet set, but the plan promises a winning team. Adler cited Milwaukee talks and noted nearby White Sox farms at Rayne and Longview.
Jonesboro Louisiana players closed their season with a 50-50 record, showing improvement over last year. Coach Maroney led a fast drill and elected new officers as Livy Riland served as captain and Cerey Frey was named captain for next season.
Greenville Mississippi reported that Dee Tie the MSU Greenville High mascot Robbie Schoonover may accompany the Alabama band to the Rose Bowl for the New Year’s Day game against California. Hank Crisp, athletic director, praised Schoonover after a recent Tulsa visit following the Thanksgiving rivalry game.
Chicago December 7 Oscar Joseph Vitt the new Cleveland Indians manager spoke in a hotel lobby interview about his plans for 1938. He predicted beating the Yankees, hinted at shakeoffs with catchers, and discussed star players like Feller and Averill while stressing confidence in his club.
Santa Clara, California. The Sugar Bowl bound team began conditioning with Buck Shaw back from two weeks of influenza. Players did calisthenics, a quick drill, and passing work as prep for a scrimmage next week.
A year ago Ruth Gale captured ten thousand dollars at the Miami Baltimore open with a two under par 72-hole total. Five years back, college football saw a broad trend of declines in scoring as 134 teams averaged 12 19 points per game. Warne er resigned after nine years as head football coach at Temple reportedly earning fifteen thousand dollars yearly.
After months away professional boxing resumes in Monroe under J F Mason at Twin City Stadium. Main event features Sad Sam Jones against Red Roper a 134 pounder from Barksdale field near Shreveport with other bouts and a crowd pleasing card likely to fit the 135 pound limit. Admission set at 25 cents with family and child discounts announced.
The final game features Choudrant and Dubach in a decisive afternoon clash for the championship. Coaches emphasize balanced fronts with Payne and Ozzie Payne keying attacks as both teams rely on veteran backfield play and line strength.
Reported plans indicate Leche seeks a national high school title game. The piece notes discussions about hosting and potential venue considerations, with no official station selections announced yet.
Reports from Tuscaloosa describe Californians requesting tickets to the Alabama football bowl game. Officials say ticket allocations will cover only local fan needs and will not meet broad demand.
National League votes to extend team roster limit from 23 to 28 and push college player signings by pros. Ford Frick signals approval for college players only after graduation or college approval. Minor leagues reject the plan. American League may review at joint session. Debates continue on intercollegiate compliance and college eligibility.
Ras Egostudent t Wereworth Mitars Academy cadet Morley earned a football letter from Wentworth Wentworth eleven after standout play as part of the academy team.
A fragmentary sports roundup by Eddie Brictz from New York recalls Potomac teams, Brooklyn mischief, and baseball chatter. It mentions Max Baer paying 1600 potatoes, Giants chatter about Chiff Batty val, and various club notes with stray names and odds amid scattered phrases.
The Mississippi State basketball schedule is released with dates and opponent lineups. Details appear in the state sports section, highlighting home and away games for the upcoming season.
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Auburn will participate in the Orange Bowl on New Year’s Day after accepting the selection. The news confirms Auburn’s appearance in a major postseason game, with details surrounding the team’s acceptance and forthcoming matchup.
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