Sugar Bowl Sports Carnival Opened in New Orleans with Tennis View
New Orleans hosted the Sugar Bowl sports carnival with tennis stars Bobby Riggs and Charles Bure, while Kentucky Wildcats beat Ohio State 36 to 30 to win a second Luger bowl basketball title. Thousands attended at the municipal auditorium as Texas Aggies prepared for New Orleans trip and Tulane faced Texas in a marquee matchup.
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Roderick in Australia Voices on Germany and Christmas
The report recounts Rederick Roderick in Australia defending Germany, contrasting Christmas customs and press bias. He criticizes Allied leaders and praises German policy, noting Australians gift to soldiers and German holiday practices amid war.
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Aggies Hold Training Camp Before Bowl Trip
Texas A&M winds up home drills at College Station preparing for a rendezvous with Tulane in the Star Bowl. The full squad and about 20 officials plan the trip to New Orleans after two practice sessions in freezing weather.
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Taylor High Banquet Honors 39 Football Champions
The Taylor High football team, regional champions for the 39 season, will be honored at a January 6 dinner in the school cafeteria. Plans for speakers and entertainment were announced, with reflections on the team and a ceremonial call to celebrate their achievements.
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Sportsrumor swirl in Aggies Tech coaching shakeup
The column hints at Pete Gawthon possibly replacing Homer Norton at Texas A&M, a long‑standing rumor amid Texas Tech interest. It notes Norton’s 1939 season and mentions a Stanford berth vacancy as a potential destination. Atextra line forecasts Lubbock upsetting Wace in the Dallas state finals.
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Stadium Hopefuls Named After San Antonio Star Player
Joe Capomat urges San Antonio school board to name the new stadium Ross Youngs Field honoring the late star from San Antonio’s sandlots and local schools. The letter praises Youngs’ major league career and ties to the city while calling for athletic recognition.
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Boston College Eagles Arrive in Dallas for Bowl Parade
Boston College Eagles reach Dallas for the Cotton Bowl on January 1 against Clemson. Clemson players arrived two days earlier to join officials and Dallas junior chamber of commerce figures for a city parade with cotton confetti and fireworks planned amid public workouts and private practice sessions.
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Ice Hockey Results From National League Plays
Ice hockey reports list scores and locations across the league. Teams such as New York and Boston compete in denser schedules with results shown from games in Philadelphia Hershey Paul and others, reflecting a busy national slate.
Rose Bowl Prep War Winds Share Rivalry Secrets
In Pasadena on December 24 Neyland and Harting Jones drop sideline input as Tennessee and Southern California prepare for the Rose Bowl. Butler emerges as key Vol backfield threat with Ca teg a still favored, Coffman regains fullback spot, while injuries remain light.
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Woodlawn takes City Playground win as Lions fall
Woodlawn defeated the Lions 38 to to snap a two game slide. Melt G. Lupe scored 14 points to spark Woodlawn while Ross Wallace led the Lions with 7 points. The contest featured scattered scoring and unclear lineups as teams shuffled rosters.
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Coaches Discuss Rule Changes At Annual Meeting
In Los Angeles on December 22 the American Football Coaches Association opened its annual session led by Lou Tittle of Columbia. Deliberations centered on proposed rule changes, including post positions and forward pass yardage, with many coaches favoring preserving the current code. Tex Olver of Oregon led a technical plays discussion as the National Collegiate Athletic Association meeting begins tomorrow. coaches hope to address goals and variances as the Rose Bowl approaches.
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Aron Floors Fritziezivic in Chicago bout fades hope for title
In Chicago on December 28, Aron Floors halted Fritziezivic in a rugged eight count by the referee after being floored three times. Zivicek, rated eighth by the National Boxing Association, failed to threaten the No 1 challenger Henry Armstrong in a rousing windswept welterweight bout.
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Volley Ball Gammblers Triumph in City League Race
The Gamblers led the Girls City Volleyball league after a win over the Lindberg Park Aces at Lindberg Park gym. Beares of the Home Worn 15-9, 12-15, 15-13. South Side Ladies won by forfeit from the Gerlack State team.
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Table Tennis Tourney At Y Sees 100 Plus Entries
More than 100 entrants sign up for a table tennis tournament in San Antonio. Events run Saturday through Monday with elimination rounds and finals Monday night. Notables include Sam Riklin defending singles and McCarley, Goldbeck, and Wilcox defending titles in their divisions.
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Cubs Swap Lillard Mesner In Deal With Cards
Chicago Cubs announce the trade of infielder Steve Mesner and pitcher Gene Lillard to the Cardinals in exchange for shortstop Robert Sturgeon and pitcher Kenneth Raffensberger. Both trades involve Cardinals farm system products with cash considerations noted.
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Aggie and Tulane Cheer Sections Contrast in Spirit
A 1940s style account contrasts Texas A&M and Tulane student cheering customs. Aggies display cadet spirit with uniforms and stage a show of school pride after games, while Tulane students alternate between vibrant card displays and quiet disengagement during key moments. The piece notes Aggie cadet turnout, hostile fan reactions, and the rituals surrounding victory or defeat, highlighting enduring traditions at both universities.
Red Barrett Joins Reds In 1340 Contract Move
Cincinnati Reds announce signing of right hander Charles Red Barrett to a 1340 contract and release of Henry Johnson to Birmingham. Barrett will join as the twelfth pitcher. Johnson struggled last season and was traded for rookie Cyril Morim who played for Muskogee previously.
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Kid Hockey Hero Saves Teammate in Boston Garden
Arlington Hika school hockey player Prinee Blanchard ripped his jersey and staunched the bleeding of teammate Robert Mattis after a clash at the opening faceoff. Mattis, 18, was severely injured when a skate severed a battery artery, the game against Cambridge Latin School continued to a 1-1 tie before Mattis was hospitalized for surgery.
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Trojans whip Temple in Philadelphia rout
Southern California dominated Temple in a 46 to 30 victory before a crowd at Convention Hall. Jail Len Chalked up a strong scoring night as the Trojans held the Owls to limited offense.
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