Surfboard Trials in Honolulu Pose Rough Ride
In Honolulu on January 21, a first person account describes learning to ride a surfboard at Waikiki beach. The writer endures a brutal introduction with a 11 foot board, 212 inch width and 3 or 4 inch thickness, towed by instructor Johnny. The piece captures the fear, physical strain, and danger of catching waves as the novice battles arms fatigue and the fear of being knocked off by large tubes.
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Hoppe 70 Open Defends Title Saturday in Chicago
Willie Hoppe, 63, will begin defense of his world three cushion billiards title Saturday in Chicago after recovering from pneumonia. He leads 17 contestants in the championship event, with final decisions expected by Monday if his health allows. In other results, Otlo Resselt, Allan Hall, and Joy Bozeman won their first-round matches as standings opened, while rivals Clarence Jackson and Joe Moriarty also posted victories. Shuffleboard champion Henry Bodum of Rochester won the Petersburg national open title, with Bunny Hoyber claiming the women’s crown.
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Khaki Togs for Arnovich Held by Wisconsin Draft Board
Ashaland Wisconsin June 21 New York Giants outfielder Marv or Mar Tis Arnovich has his draft deferment rejected by the Seventh District induction board. The decision suggests Arnovich will likely be called for a year of training before June 1.
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New York
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Suggs Hicks Final in Punta Gorda Golf
Elizabeth Micke of Long Beach and Louise Suggs of Georgia clashed in Punta Gorda, Florida, for the women's golf tournament. Hicks defeated Mary Jane Garman 1 and 3 in the semi finals, while Suggs beat Jane Cothaisby by a rally to reach the final.
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Long Beach
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Georgia
Miss Hicks
Mary Jane Garman
Sarasota
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Weems Shuts Out Rice as Star Back Quits College
Sportlights notes Ted Weems, a standout Rice football back, has left college to enter the working world. Once a top ground gainer, Weems reportedly seeks immediate pay from a job, while coach Cone Neely weighs the move and its impact on the team.
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Rice Institute
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Pas
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Laeyous
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Law
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Anaonia
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First Robin Signal Spurs Spring Hopes at City Park
A spring omen appears at AC Sportsman's Park in St. Louis where Hill, longtime grounds superintendent, guides field work used by both Browns and Cardinals. His steady hands prep Tech field as players drill, signaling the season’s approach.
Tallulah Bankhead as Mrs Skeffington Considered by Warners
Hollywood gossip notes Jack Warner weighing Tallulah Bankhead for Mr Skeffington with Bette Davis or Ruth Chatterton also discussed. Bankhead praised despite aging requirements, while Davis reportedly reluctant to play an older woman. Brenda Joyce wed Owen Ward. wedding details and other industry glimpses wrap the page.
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Hollywood
Jack Warner
Tallulah Bankhead
Mr. Skeffington
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Diay
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Talttish
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Mrs. Skettington
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Owen Ward
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Valentine Era Gossip Swirls Through Town
A flurry of social chatter visits an endless stream of names. Inga Sch and Pat Dane are seen daily with Al Vander Dit. Ethel Butterworth has adopted a baby Teddy Hayes. Rumors link Artie Shaw with Letty Asher and Venita Varden, while Jack Onkle RL Clo’s, Herbert Marshall, and Sir Cavile Hardwicke enjoy a spine place respite. Glare Trevor returns from New York talking of poses. Roy Disney and DI Garrity head to Boston for a national tour of Fen tasin. Bill, the company engineer, claims inventing Fanlasound.
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Onkle
Herbert Marshalla
Caivle Hardwicke
Glare’ Trevor
New York
Dom Play
Roy Disney
DI Garrity
Boston
Bill
C Company
Byrd Likely Out as Olympic Pro
Board of Olympic golf course directors met last night to decide on employing Sam Byrd as professional. A director who declined to be named said no club policy changes would be announced and provided few details about the outcome. The discussion followed Byrd’s prior athletic background with the New York Yankees and tied to regional interest in Bay area golf ventures.
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SAN Prangsong
Border Olympics Set to Grow Bigger Than Ever
Border Olympics will feature top high school and college athletes from across the South and northern Mexico. The event, based near Nuevo Laredo, will host a cross-border gathering with a large opening night, dinners, fireworks, and strong competition across multiple sports, including potential state titles and standout performers. Notable names include Wel Terki Maurrinon of Kelly, a leading middleweight in national intercollegiate rankings, and team captain Ambdelon Starts.
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San Antonio
Terki Maurrinon
Kelly Flelf
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Jefferson on Schedule At Corpus Next Autumn
Corpus Christi January report outlines the Buccaneers and several Vexna high school teams set to play six non conference games and nine due to district limits. The schedule opens September 18 at Corpus Christi with Winnchte, Polytechnical High of Port Worth and others on a geographically varied slate. Conference games include Kingavill Bee vile Robstown with home games listed for Waxahachie Polytechnical Greenville Jefferson Ben Ville and Robstown. District 16 AA champions include Greenville Larkin with Kerrville and Brackenridge earning honors. Coach Stiteler will set spring training dates within state rules and plans to rely on six lettermen from the semifinal 1940 squad.
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Paycheck Heavyweight Quitter After Tight Loss in Ring
Des Moines boxer Paycheck of Hakany Heavyweight era claims poor treatment after a 10 round decision defeat in Hammond Indiana. He cites lingering doubts about his chances and accuses opponents of unsportsmanlike tactics. The bout followed a March clash where Louis stopped his rival in the second round.
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Masti Ub Hammond
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Kind Lady thrills in San Pedro Little Theater
James Williamson reports on the Little Theater's Monday performance of Kind Lady at San Pedro Playhouse. Grace George stars, with DeLauran Bevile and a full supporting cast delivering a smooth, convincing staging and impressive Rembrandt props created by Midge Vogel.
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Little Theater
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Ise
Hellywood
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Miss George
New York
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Heaili
Ioemt
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Pat Prentiss
Mary Winefield
Ed Hubard
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Stroud
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Maya Wison
Butly Tideeway
Ray Mahaffie
Heeh Walpole
Mary Hergles
Fats
Walpole
Joe Clay Roberts
Sotta
Midge Vogel
City League Tripleheader Highlights Local Court Action
The city league features Fraternity players facing Alamo Jewelers in a key game at Woodlawn. Latex Seedmen aim for a third straight win against Dune can Field Flyers while Tie Teenth Field Avattlery meets Plae Moe in the opener. Sylvain Gurinsky anchors A2A center for A and Dikeh Dinteel shines for Alanto in an uneven start to the season.
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Picard Heads to Open Tourney in Early February
Pro golfer Henry Picard from Hershey Pennsylvania will lead a group at the February 9 Open in North Texas. He will be joined by Jack Grout of Fort Worth and ex Hershey club teammates known as the “Candy Kids.” Picard, Ryder Cup veteran and 1938 PGA champion, plans to travel toward San Antonio after an exhibition in Wichita Falls. Late entries include Edison Steele Laine Mindgay and Niles Goodrich.
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Henry Picard
Hershey
Jack Grout
Fort Worth
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