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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1939
Page
4
Monticello, coached by Emil Klumpar, opened with a blocked punt by Messerli that sparked a 25 6 win over Tipton. The Minotaurs outgained Tipton 121 to 49 yards and controlled the game with early scores and steady defense.
Monticello, on offense from the opening drive, scored twice in the first half and built a 25 6 lead as Hogan, Liddy and Bender powered the attack. Tipton fought back with aerials late, but Monticello’s line and backs, especially Jamieson, Schrader and Siebel, held firm.
University High in Iowa City, once seen as a lower division squad, has become Monticello’s toughest test as both teams sit undefeated in conference play. The Bluehawks, under Coach Paul Brechler, exhibit a strengthened offense and notable gains after a 39-7 win over West Liberty.
One thousand fans watched Decorah and Oelwein finish in a 6 to 6 draw. Decorah scored early on a Torgenrud touchdown setup by a 30 yard Davis pass but the extra point hit the post. Oelwein answered in the third after long passes and a plunge for six. Ross stood out for Oelwein.
A Sand Springs nuptial shower was held Sunday evening with pinochle games and prizes won by Mrs Walter First and Joe McDonald. The couple received many useful gifts for their future home. Guests included Mr and Mrs Herbert Cox and sons and B W Cox of Center Junction. Mrs B W Cox returned home with them. Everett Batchelder of Des Moines and others joined at supper at the K H Cox home Wednesday.
Anamosa high schools speed in the first half powered a 26 to 0 victory over Maquoketa. Spook LaBarge ran for three Raider touchdowns including a 42 yard dash and two 5 yard scores. Budde added a 60 yard return for the final tally.
Coggon defeated Central City 30 3 Friday night to extend its five wins in six starts this season. Barker pitched five hits allowed while Cogtron’s lineup produced 19 hits. In six games this fall Coggan pitchers have allowed only three earned runs. Coggan has two games left this week Center Point Tuesday and Alburnett Friday.
Monticello announces a 14 game season with six home games and eight away. The opener is December 5 against Marion at home, with six Eastern Iowa opponents on the slate. Coach Roy Moore returns to lead a team that were conference champions last year.
A. Payne and 4amily visited relatives in Cedar Rapids. Stanley Bright and family spent time with George Bright in Anamosa. Local couples in Monticello and Dyerville hosted callers. Mercy hospital Cedar Rapids treated Mrs. William Baum after an operation. Various visits from Thompson Town and Manchester listed with neighbors and kin.
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