Odell Named Coach at Washington
Howie Odell, Yale football coach since 1942, was named head grid mentor at the University of Washington by the board of regents. The 37 year old will replace Ralph Welch, whose 18 year tenure ended after a six of nine season and a request to be considered for 1948. Odell’s contract terms were not announced, as Washington has historically hired coaches on a year to year basis.
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Howie) Odell
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Washington
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Pest) Welch
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Painting and Carpenter Work Notice
Classified notice offers painting papering roof repairs spraying and plastering by local tradesman. Includes contact for MA Son and Flaster repair work request and scheduling details.
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Was Babe Ruth Salary Tops in 1930 Era?
New York January 17 The gold ink signing seasons of 1947 and 1948 have raised the question Was Babe Ruths 1930 salary the top figure The tale traces Ruths 89000 pay plus bonuses and attendance based gains against later stars Feller Williams and DiMaggio with figures cited for 1947 42 000 regular pay plus about 40000 in bonuses and 10000 in exhibition money netting Ruth about 70000 after taxes and a further 25000 in exhibition take. Ted Williams and Joe DiMaggio loom as potential next top earners while the article notes team maneuvers and NFL trades alongside the baseball salary trivia
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Sound Athletic Policy For Navy Favored By Hamilton
Annapolis January 17 Sound athletic policy and realistic support are urged by Tom Hamilton retiring Navy football coach and incoming athletic director designate He seeks professional civilian coaching and better policies to enable Navy to compete on even terms with top opponents He notes academic demands and practice time limit the program while observers say Navy struggles to attract top players and adequate practice time Delegates win at Hialeah Park as gate crowds cheer chestnut gelding Delegate in 10 000 inaugural Handicap over six furlongs defeating Buzfuz under top weight of 127 pounds
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West Maryland Boxers Aim for Coast Guard Season Opener
Western Maryland College Spartans host United States Coast Guard Academy in a boxing season opener led by Carlo Ortenzi the 175 pound EIAC champion and coach who champions the team. Veterans include Joe Corleto Van Dusen Dave Myers and Bob Dubel as key competitors.
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Redskins Boss George Preston Marshall Seeks Schedule Fix
Ace of Alabama reports that Washington Redskins owner George Preston Marshall has a prominent schedule proposal explored after 36 hours of convention wrangling. He would confer with coach Turk Edwards as discussions continue to satisfy many owners.
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Two Fights Annually In Yankee Ball Park
New York January 17 Yankee Stadium will host at least two fights each year under a three year deal between the New York Yankees Twentieth Century Sporting Club and Madison Square Garden starting with Joe Louis defense in June. Louis likely faces Jersey Joe Walcott while promoters pay 10 percent of receipts for park use.
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Yankee Stadium to host 1948 Louis fight in June
The News reports promoter and Yanks president agreement to stage the Louis bout at Yankee Stadium in June 1948 with participants to be decided. The pact runs through 1950 amid conference notes. Regional VA program updates noted nine of twelve applicants approved for vehicle issuance with Limburg outlining August 1947 start and June 30, 1948 expiry.
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203 Disabled Vets Received Free Autos
The Veterans Administration announced that 203 disabled Maryland World War II veterans received free automobiles under a federal transportation program. Eligible veterans suffered loss or loss of use of one or both legs at or above the ankle.
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Heads Water Company Elects New Officers
Smith of Thurmont was elected president of Mechanics town Water Company to fill the unexpired term of the late Dr. Morris A. Bicely at a meeting last week. Other officers named include Charles M. Mackiey as vice president Charles R. Stocksdale as secretary treasurer and Edgar B. Pabeer as superintendent.
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